ScamSmarts

Free-trial and small-charge enrollment

A $1 or shipping-only charge that requires a full card and enrolls you in a recurring plan.

How to spot it

  • Tiny charge asks for full card
  • Auto-renew buried in fine print

What to do

Read the fine print; use a virtual or wallet card; set a calendar reminder.

What the real thing looks like

  • Trial with clear price and one-click cancel

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