Bank Statement Descriptor
Ashley MadisonFraudulent Bank Statement Charge — Blackmail/Fake profiles
Amount varies
1
Blackmail/Fake profiles
Today
What is this charge?
Charges from Ashley Madison, sometimes associated with blackmail scams and fake profiles.
How much does Ashley Madison charge?
The charge amount for "Ashley Madison" varies. Victims have reported different amounts. Always check your full statement history for recurring charges.
Is Ashley Madison a scam?
Yes, "Ashley Madison" is almost certainly fraudulent. With a threat level of 95/100, this charge has been confirmed as a scam by multiple consumer reports.
What to do if you see Ashley Madison on your statement
- Freeze your card immediately — Contact your bank to block further unauthorized charges.
- Contact your bank — Call the number on the back of your card to initiate a dispute within 60 days.
- File an FTC report — Report at reportfraud.ftc.gov to create an official record.
Do NOT pay this charge
If you see Ashley Madison on your statement and did not authorize it, contact your bank immediately to dispute it. Do not attempt to contact the merchant directly.
How to Dispute This Charge
- 1
Gather evidence
Take a screenshot of the charge on your statement showing "Ashley Madison", the date, and amount. Save it as a PDF if possible.
- 2
Contact your bank immediately
Call the number on the back of your card or use your bank's app to initiate a dispute. Do this within 60 days of the charge date.
- 3
Use dispute reason: "Unauthorized charge"
State clearly that you did not authorize this charge and have no relationship with this merchant.
- 4
File a complaint with the CFPB
Submit at consumerfinance.gov/complaint — CFPB complaints are forwarded to your bank and require a formal response within 15 days.
- 5
Follow up in writing
Send a certified letter to your bank within 10 days of the phone call to create a legal paper trail. Keep the tracking number.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is "Ashley Madison" on my bank statement?
- Charges from Ashley Madison, sometimes associated with blackmail scams and fake profiles.
- Is "Ashley Madison" a scam?
- Yes. "Ashley Madison" is classified as a Blackmail/Fake profiles with a threat level of 95/100 in the TitanAlert database. It has been reported by 1 consumer and is considered critical severity.
- How much does "Ashley Madison" typically charge?
- The charge amount for "Ashley Madison" varies. Victims have reported different amounts. Check your statement history for recurring charges.
- How do I stop "Ashley Madison" from charging me again?
- To stop future charges: (1) Contact your bank and request a new card number immediately, (2) Dispute all charges as unauthorized, (3) Search your email for any confirmation from this merchant and cancel any accounts, (4) File a complaint with the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.
How many people have reported Ashley Madison?
1 consumer has reported this charge in the TitanAlert database. This community data helps others identify fraudulent charges quickly.
Were you charged by Ashley Madison?
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