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Online Purchase - JackpotRabbit

This website should be shut down it's complete manipulation and deliberate acts of deception. First of all the bombard you with spam emails and notifications encouraging you to log in daily for your bonus. If you miss a day, it starts over. Each day the bonus amount of spins increases from 2 free spins on day 1 to 15 free spins on day 7. They also have a bonus wheel and several other ways where no matter what you do you can't get away from it. The popups are constant and even interrupt gameplay. NO WHERE DOES IT TELL YOU THAT EVEN IF YOU SPEND REAL MONEY if you take even one free spin then apparently they're allowed to steal all your winnings and only pay you out $25. They encourage you endlessly and relentlessly to purchase their coin packages, claiming that even if you lose it no big deal because you just need to login the next day to claim your "play back". This is where you get a percentage back of the amount you lost to retry. Again no where in any of the endless advertisements does it tell you that anything you win once accepting a free spin or any play back money that you could win thousands even a million but according to their rule, you used a free spin so they're stealing all of your winnings and only giving you $25. You'll quickly notice that any time you utilize their free spins, IS THE ONLY TIME YOU'LL ACTUALLY WIN ANYTHING. The second you spend real money, no matter how much, it's 100% loss every spin zero. There's obviously no real way to win on this site when they operate in this fashion. There are hundreds of sites and not one of em acts as o openly bogus and obviously cheating as this site. They claim to be based out of Idaho but I highly doubt that considering everything about them is illegal. Illegal gambling disguised as sweepstakes. Illegal manipulation of game play and most definitely illegal theft of funds. For me personally. I have spent roughly $100. Never win anything. Thursday December 9 I spent $20 and it was a quick and complete total loss. On December 10th and 11th I utilized their "coin back" feature I think i was given roughly $1.50 back. I them used their free spins and played 4 free spins on a game as my "daily login bonus". From those 4 free spins I won $35. But I did not get $35 because they "cap winnings from free spins at $2. Let's recap. I spent and lost 20. Next day I received $1.50 play back - lost it all Next day I played 4 free spins as my daily login bonus. I won $35 from those 4 free spins. But because of their cap of how much you can win off a free spin, I did not actually get credited the $35 that I won. I only received $2 of that $25. So they already robbed me openly to my face for $33 in winnings. I played that $2 and would get up to about $20 then come so close to losing it all over and over about 8 times before I finally played that $2 into $100. I them went to redeem. I'm already verified. Still had to reverify everything give them copies of all my debit cards and by copies I mean photos showing all numbers accept the middle 4 so showing the first 6 digits, and the last 4 digits with experation date and cvv code showing. Then i requested my redemption of $100. NO WARNING NO HEADS UP NO INDICATION THAT I'M ABOUT TO GET ROBBED FOR ANOTHER 75 DOLLARS. It tells me that my redemption request for $100 is successful. It doesn't matter that they already stole $33 from me when i used the free spin and will 35, yet they only gave me 2. I then played that over and over and over and actually get it up to 100, redeem And they only send $25 citing their bs 5.7 rule about how it doesn't matter that you spent real money to play or that they will literally use pops up while you're playing, while you have automatic spin on so you can't see what's going on until you take their stupid free spin just so that then can claim that they don't have to pay you. They give you a measly 25 dollars and steal the rest. That day in total they stole 20 + 32 + 75. And when i contacted my bank to dispute the charges that i spent because obviously no one is gonna spend real money to get blatantly robbed I want my money back... My bank said they'll open the dispute but I probably won't like the outcome because I accepted the $25. No the hell I didn't. I put in a redemption for 100 and was told my jackpot Rabbit that my 100 was on the way. But then only received 25. However, jackpot Rabbit know good and damn well that by sending that 25, your bank or credit card isn't going to honor a dispute because that's the same thing as you supposedly accepting that outcome even though you had no idea until it happens. They're a bunch of scummy thieves and you'd be an absolute fool not to take our stories as clear indication to avoid this site and all their sister sites like storm rush Scarlett Sands etc etc. Out of all of the hundreds of online social and sweepstakes casinos I can personally vouch that Wow Vegas, PlayFame, Rolling Riches. Spin Pals, Cashoomo, Hello Millions, Gold Machine, Shuffle, probably more but those off the top of my head I've played on and never spent real money only played their daily bonus coins and won at least a hundred to be able to redeem sometimes lots more and redeemed every single cent I won without any issue. So to pay on a site to then steal from me numerous times throughout the process is absolutely disgusting behavior. Also illegal doesn't matter that they made this rule up and put it in their terms and conditions. We have laws and regulations in the United States. What makes a social or sweepstakes casino legal to operate is them hiding behind their "free to play" crap. So to claim to be free to play and harass you non stop to use those free plays to then turn around and steal your winnings... You're an illegal and disgusting gambling operation claiming to be in Idaho when you're not claiming to have fair play when you don't. And you are running from the laws and regulations in order to do so and I can't wait to be the first one to sign up for the class action lawsuit when it comes. Everything about them is a lie and a scam and they have Shane because there is not a damn thing you alone can do about it.

Dollars Lost: $150

Meridian, ID- 83646

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: JackpotRabbit


Online Purchase - Homi Moly

i saw this ad on instagram for a lana del rey hoodie so i clicked on it and it had this deal, but one hoodie get one free so i bought the hoodie, said it shipped a month ago and still nothing and there is no tracking number and i reached out to the seller and haven’t gotten any response.

Dollars Lost: $35.98

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Homi Moly


Other - Safety Manual Scam

They prey upon newly-registered businesses. The C.P.S. OSHA scam involves a deceptive mailer titled "Safety Manual Order Form" in my case, sent from “C.P.S.” with a return address of P.O. Box 73127, Washington, D.C. 20056. It falsely claims to require businesses to purchase mandatory OSHA compliance posters or face penalties. The mail mimics official government correspondence to pressure recipients into paying $295 for items that are typically available for free or at low cost through official OSHA or state labor department websites. This scam targets small businesses unfamiliar with OSHA requirements.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Washington, DC- 20056

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: C.P.S.


Online Purchase

I ordered a blanket on October 20th, but haven't received it (as of 12/16). I followed up multiple times to try and get an update with no response. I called a number they referenced and now it offers help booking vacation travel. DO NOT order from these people. The website isn't even existing anymore.

Dollars Lost: $59.99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: TrySnuggy.com


Counterfeit Product - Delivery

Free shipping was included wifh the order upon delivery, i was told by usps that i needed to pay postage to oick up item since merchant did not pay for postage i contacted the merchant and they stated i could refuse delivery or they would issue a refund of the shipping i paid, as long i provided proof, which i did. No refund has been issued as of today after multiple attemps.

Dollars Lost: $34

WY

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: SP Goda Perfume IMPOSTER


Employment - Amazon / impostor / Amazon Recruiter

Got a text about the job offer, same exact text as the one posted on BBB:

Hello. I'm Rebecca Harris, a recruiter at Amazon. Your resume has been recommended by several online recruitment agencies. After an initial review, we've decided to invite you for an interview for the Information Systems Manager position. We currently have five openings. This is a great remote, online position where you can help merchants update their data and provide free training. You can work 20 to 60 minutes daily (anytime, anywhere) and earn $200 to $500 per day. The base weekly salary is over $2,000. Paid annual leave: In addition to statutory holidays such as maternity and paternity leave, regular employees receive 15-20 days of paid annual leave. If you're interested in joining us, please contact us via WhatsApp: +12054135049 (Note: You must be 25 years or older.)”

 

Dollars Lost: $0.0

OR

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon / impostor / Amazon Recruiter


Healthcare/Medicaid/Medicare - Honolulu Wellness

Attended due to a free wellness promotion. Experienced aggressive sales pressure and unprofessional treatment. Declined services and left. Advertising was misleading. Would not recommend.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Honolulu, HI- 96815

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Honolulu Wellness


Employment

Text Message received on my phone saying: Hello, I'm Goldie, a customer service representative from YouTube. Your resume has been recommended by multiple online recruitment platforms. High-paying position: YouTube Optimization Specialist. Remote work required. Daily salary: $200 to $600. No experience required - free training provided. Monthly salary: $6,000 - $10,000 + daily allowance (immediate payment). Long-term position with part-time or full-time options. Helps increase the exposure and views of YouTube users' videos. Company benefits: There is a 4-day paid trial period. After the probation period, you can sign a formal labor contract with the company. Enjoy statutory paid holidays, medical insurance and education subsidies. We currently have 5 vacancies. If you are 25 years old or older and interested, please send a text message to;   2133327792     for more details (Came from phone number +63 910-380-7334)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Youtube Imposter


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - 2025 Kia Carnival

I received a letter claiming that this was the final notice as I had not contacted them to have my vehicle service contract activated. The return address was "2025 Kia Carnival Official Business". The letter listed the coverage terms of the extended warranty that I had already purchased at the dealership. It only offered a phone number to call to activate it. Typically these "scam" letters have fine print at the bottom stating that they are "not affiliated" or "not licensed" or "not authorized" by Kia. However, this letter had NO such disclaimer, and did not ask me to "purchase" a warrantly; it stated that I had not "activated" my contract. I called the dealership to verify that it was not affiliated with my purchased service contract.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: 2025 Kia Carnival


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Timeshare Resale Scam

I was promised by GMS, LLC to find me a renter for my timeshare within 3 months of listing. They never did, never responded and never to be heard from again after they took my money of $2,392.00. When I try reaching out to them, they disconnected their number and email address.

Dollars Lost: $2392

Rock Springs, WY- 82901

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: GMS LLC


Employment

Received the following text from +1 (609) 346-0685 "Hi, this is Calista from the Robert Half hiring team. We saw your profile on several job boards and believe you are a perfect fit for our current remote part-time opportunity. This job involves assisting companies like Costco and Sam's Club with increasing product visibility and customer engagement. The hours are very flexible—4 days a week, 90 minutes a day. You can work anytime, anywhere, and earn between $150 and $300 per day. We offer free training, 15-20 days of paid annual leave, and all statutory holidays. We currently have 35 open positions. If you are interested in joining us, please text “Job Details” to +18028393634 for more information. Inquiries are welcome between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM Eastern Time (EST). Note: You must be at least 25 years old and of good character." I do not have a profile active on any job boards or websites.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: companies like Costco and Sam's Club


Advance Fee Loan - personal loan

Calls 2-7 times a day from different numbers “ reaching out from the eligibility team I think here that we were able to get you free free for eligibility for a personal loan as much as $40,000 with a flexible monthly payment of $500 per month because this is a limited preapproval it may not be let's connect as soon as possible at 833-487-2761 again 833-487-2761 hope to hear from you today…”

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: personal loan


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare

I had someone from this company reach out saying that Hilton was buying out my timeshare hotels, the Villa Group and they needed 51% vote. They wanted to make me an offer and asked for a copy of my contract. I told them I wasn't sure where my contract was at the moment so she asked my permission to look into it and come back with an offer. She did and left me a voicemail offering 105,000...I checked with the facebook group for the Villa and Tafer groups and was informed that this is definitely a scam.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

CA

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Travelers Broker / Hilton Grand Vacations


Online Purchase - Mycozzies.com

Ordered product. Hooded electric blanket I was sent ups tracking info and product showed delivered and was not ( I have camera footage) when I contacted shipper they blamed UPS and promised a new shipment would go out with a free gift for my troubles and they would send tracking to me as soon as it was available. I had already placed another order and the same thing happened. This time UPS had orders from the shipper that I wasn’t allowed to file a claim. Also UPS told me where it was delivered and I called this business and they said they never got it either… I contacted cozzies again and got the same response blaming UPS . No tracking now emails bounce and can’t access the website

Dollars Lost: $80

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: My cozzies


Online Purchase - Subscription Scam

I was looking for information and the site was supposed to be free, they only asked for a dollar to activate it, but it turns out they've already been charging me for a subscription I didn't request.

Dollars Lost: $6.99

FL

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Information.com


Online Purchase - IMPOSTER

The website pretended to be a official passport website and had me enter my personal information and charged me money to fill out a free form

Dollars Lost: $68

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: uspassportandvisa.org


Employment

After 1.2 hour meeting, where Jacob explained everything, he patiently waited for the order#s to confirm "paid certificates" and welcomed everyone to the company. After I asked Jacob and Emily about their last names and website information, no one responded. Looks like illegitimate business. Also, what seemed suspicious is that 3 emails warned me to be at the meeting on time. Usually, it is my responsibility to be at the meeting on time. No one ever warned me 3 times via email to come to the meeting.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Glendale, CA- 91201

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Travel certification LLC


Counterfeit Product

I ordered garland from KingleHeaven.com which promises a money back guarantee and free returns with lots of images of luscious garland claiming they are full and high quality. But they are sad thin little branches and nothing like their images. They used stock images. And they do not offer free returns but want the customer to pay to ship it back AND pay international frees of $30-40 on top of the return shipping. Customer would pay more to return than the product is worth. I have emailed back and forth and they try to offer 15-25 percent back. But never follow through with their satisfaction guarantee or free return shipping as advertised. So false advertising on both fronts.

Dollars Lost: $172.2

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Kringle Heaven


Online Purchase

I don't really know if this is a scam, but it seems like it! I bought a "viral" product from this website and it says on their website and social media that they have "hassle free returns" and "24/7 open support" and I have been trying all avenues to contact this company for customer support and NO ONE will get back to me. I have been attempting to get someone at this company to contact me back FOR WEEKS. I just want people to be aware that what this website advertises is not accurate and do not buy anything from this company.

Dollars Lost: $589.97

Gardena, CA- 90249

Date Reported: December 16, 2025

Business Name Used: Yume Rest


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare

Wanted me to $97 for travel insurance in errors and omissions

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Employment - Amazon Human Resources

Hi, this is Natalie Grace from Amazon Recruiting. We came across your profile and think you could be a great fit for a part-time remote role. The position involves supporting Amazon merchants with product updates to improve visibility. • Flexible hours: 60–90 minutes/day, 4 days a week • Pay: 250–500 per day (base 1,000 per 4 working days) • Benefits: Free training + 15–20 days paid vacation annually Currently, we have 20 openings. If you’re interested and 25 or older, please text 18042630579 for details.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon Human Resources


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - canadian association for scientific research and publication

I booked what I thought was a legitimate research conference. I paid, and also provided photo of passport for identification as this was in international nutrition conference. I filled out the listener registration form and was provided with receipt for my payment via whats app and also provided with the invitation letter for the conference. when I got to the conference, there was no conference. I also paid airfare and hotel expenses. When I arrived at the hotel, they had said they had had multiple people report this issue upon arrival at the alleged conference.

Dollars Lost: $150

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: canadian association for scientific research and publication


Online Purchase - Online Purchase Scam

Started to be two free bibical books just cover shipping, 11/24/2025. No information or suggestion of being thrown into MSA-Book club for $39.97 a month. Until I received an email with a reciet for the $39.97 on 12/14/2025. I was not aware of such a book club.

Dollars Lost: $39.97

Oklahoma City, OK- 73170

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: JKW Enterprises Inc aka Patspub.com


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Bestticketfare Scam

Purchased a flight and they called me asking me to pay more for a flight they sold me

Dollars Lost: $225

FL

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Bestticketfare


Employment - Amazon / impostor

“?i, th?s is Aria fr?m ?mazon Recruiting. We ?ame a?ross your ?rofile and think you could b? a gre?t fit for a p?rt-time remote role. ?he p?sition involv?s supporting Amaz?n merchants with pr?duct updates to im?rove visibility. • Fl?xible h?urs: 60–90 m?nutes/day, 4 days a week • Pay: $250–$500 per day (b?se $1,000 ?er 4 w?rking days) • ?enefits: Free training + 15–20 days paid vacation ?nnually ?urrently, we h?ve 20 ?penings. ?f you’re interested ?nd 25 ?r old?r, please text 2182751182 for detail?“

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon / impostor


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Onvoy, llc

It was a call to a DNC listed number about timeshare sales.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Onvoy llc


Employment - Boxstead transport

It's a fake shipping company where they will call you and pretend like you are going to work for them. Whole time you are not getting paid and they are using your address and personal information to send package to themselves. They acting like they are going to pay you at the end of the month and they don't. It's a waste of time and energy. You would think you have a good paying job but while time u are working for free and time energy, gas..

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Butte, MT- 59701

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Boxstead transport


Other - Cheap Vuelos Scam

To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my dissatisfaction with my recent experience using Cheap Vuelos Online as an airline booking service. What should have been a straightforward flight reservation instead became a frustrating and stressful process due to misleading information and aggressive upselling tactics. After completing my original booking, I was contacted and informed that my ticket was classified as “restrictive economy.” Only then was I told that this fare allegedly does not allow passengers to pay for a carry-on or checked bag, nor does it permit online check-in. According to the representative, check-in could only be completed in person at the airport within a 4–6 hour window prior to departure. This requirement is both unreasonable and impractical. My scheduled flight departs at 5:00 a.m., and I live approximately 2.5 hours from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU). Expecting passengers to arrive at the airport in the middle of the night, without the option of online check-in and without luggage flexibility, places an unnecessary burden on the traveler and creates avoidable stress. Most concerning was that these restrictions were then used as leverage to pressure me into upgrading my ticket at an additional cost, framing the upgrade as the only viable solution. This approach felt deliberately designed to corner the consumer after the initial purchase, rather than providing transparent fare details upfront. Additionally, the customer service experience itself added to the frustration. The call was handled through an overseas call center, and communication was difficult due to language barriers and scripted responses. This made it challenging to fully understand the terms being presented and to ask reasonable follow-up questions, further eroding confidence in the service. Based on this experience, I strongly caution other consumers to steer clear of Cheap Vuelos Online. The company’s use of pressure-based, suggestive upselling tactics, combined with limited transparency and poor customer support, creates an experience that leaves customers feeling misled and dissatisfied by the end of the call. I believe travelers deserve clear, honest pricing and reasonable booking conditions—none of which were demonstrated in this case. I hope this complaint encourages greater scrutiny of these practices and helps protect future consumers from similar experiences. Sincerely, Edward L. Anthony Booking ID : 117008 Booking Reference Number : 9JMNQ0

Dollars Lost: $699.81

Fort Myers, FL- 33907

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Cheap Vuelos


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Online Travel Reservations Scam

I purchase a plain ticket That I did not receive And I didn’t get my money back

Dollars Lost: $851.18

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Flyofast


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

this company forced itself into my algorithm for dry herb products. since i purchase a lot of devices for dry herbs, many of which i find on instagram, all of them up until now have been some of my favorite ways to buy new dry herb toys. this newer product called "The Element" appeared to be the a great addition. it can with a traveling case, a small contaniner for holding dry herb, a lighter, and the actual device. once i had the product in my hands, they were hard to handle because the surfaces are really small and too smooth to be able to grip the product. being unable to get a good hold on the product while opening/closing, holding while using, etc make it easier for the product to fall. as for the lighter, it doesnt work out of the box. as for usage, it just burns the dry herb without actually working correctly. also, i called and i did not get the company i was hoping for. the phone number listed is for a "Melo Selizer" when the company's name is Vessel Brand. They do offer any returns after the product has been opened and/or used. which is ridiculous considering one does not know any of its flaws until it is opened and used. It a wasted $200.

Dollars Lost: $167

Fort Lauderdale, FL- 33309

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Vessel Brand INC


Online Purchase - Kirobrands

I believed I was ordering an ion lighter, free of using lighter fluid. I received a lighter that required lighter fluid. I was also billed, but did not receive, 2 additional items. My calls and e-mail to the vender have been ignored. My plan is to contact my credit card company and request a refund.

Dollars Lost: $117.91

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Kirobrands


Identity Theft - Conduent return to Kroll

Letter alerted me that I had been victim of identity theft and offerred free identity monitoring services

Dollars Lost: $0.0

West Sacramento, CA- 95798

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Conduent return to Kroll


Online Purchase

I was not careful enough and clicked on the top search site for my passport renewal and did not see the disclaimer that they weren't a government site. All this site does is gather all of your personal information (yikes) that you need for a passport application and put it into a PDF - which can be done for free on the gov't site. It charges about $140 for this "application package" but then you still have to pay the actual passport fees. So you pay $140 to just fill out a free PDF, meanwhile these scammers collect all of your personal data. I canceled my credit card, froze my credit, and put a fraud alert on my accounts. I contacted the site for a refund and did not get a response and when I called the number during business hours I got an automated response.

Dollars Lost: $141

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: PassportSubmission.us


Employment

Hello, this is Calista from the Robert Half hiring team. We've seen your profile on several job boards and believe you're a perfect fit for our part-time User Engagement Enhancement position on our popular mobile app. Work 60-90 minutes per day, flexible hours, daily income: $200-$500. We offer free training, 15-20 days of paid annual leave, and all public holidays. We currently have 35 open positions. If you are interested in joining us, please text “Job Details” to (2137083048) for more information. (Note: Applicants must be at least 25 years old)??

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Robert half


Phishing - National Process Service

My name is Cynthia, Marshall with National Process Service. This call is intended for (name) for reference number 837172. This is a formal notice regarding the noncompliance notice that is being filed against you. If you have not received the notice properly by mail, please call the litigation office immediately to request a copy be sent out certified. Please note this complaint can move forward legally without your consent within one to two business days. Please feel free to contact the office with any further questions at 888-217-6551. Please consider yourself notified

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: National Process Service


Counterfeit Product - Silent Heels

The scammer advertised free shipping, but upon the package arriving at the post office, I received a note stating counterfeit package, and after calling, I was informed that although free shipping was advertised, it was not paid, and to receive my package, I had to pay this amount.

Dollars Lost: $105

CA

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Silent Heels


Online Purchase - blossom up

Company offers a "free" love language quiz. At the end of the quiz, they require a payment of 1.95 to view the results. We decided to pay for the results as already invested time into the quiz. They them proceeded to sign us up for a recurring 30$ subscription that we did not agree to and make it incredibly difficult to cancel/get a refund

Dollars Lost: $31

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: blossom up


Online Purchase

received ad in my email for chocking devices from VitalVac. have been seeing these ads everywhere. so i thought i would get for my family for christmas. it was buy 3 get 2 free deal. on 12/5/25, I ordered on the VitalVac website with my credit card for total amount of $154.97. I received an email thanking me for my purchase and received an order number. stated shipping within 3-4 business days. a few hours later i did some research and was not finding info for this company so emailed and asked to cancel my order and receive a refund. I received an email back from 'Jenn' stating they could attempt to cancel as may have been shipped already. asked what was the information that I found and they would like to put my mind at ease. I said no thank you, I would like a refund for my placed order. have not heard back from them to date. I did respond to Jenn asking status of my order and have not received any response. I attempted to call today and the call was answered by another company that does supply first aid products to manufacturers; however, the company name that I asked for they said unfortunately, that is a spam site and recommended contacting my credit card company and filing a disbute. which i did.

Dollars Lost: $154.97

Austin, TX- 78703

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: First Aid Devices VitalVac


Employment - Employment

Applied to a job posting, was contacted to schedule an interview, proceeded to sit theough an hour+ webinar "interview", was offered an opportunity for work which required a certification for insurance purposes, paid $195 and was given job training materials leading to a certification test to on-board as a travel consultant. Whole thing was a giant scam. I feel like a dummy :(

Dollars Lost: $195

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Travel Certification LLC IMPOSTER


Retail Business - Retail

Was told to come into the store to try a free sample, was told I could buy the product for “three ninety nine, it’s very cheap”. Was led over to the counter, took my debit card, the woman asked for my PIN for my debit card, when I told her I’d put it in myself she covered the top of the card reader machine so that I couldn’t see the amount I was being charged. While walking out I checked my receipt because I was weirded out by this whole process and saw that I’d been charged $489.92.

Dollars Lost: $489.92

Albany, NY

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Ora Sempre


Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Travel/Vacation/Timeshare - Southwest Airlines Consolidation Desk / The Air Reservations

I was looking to change my group return flight of a roundtrip from New Orleans to Orlando, to an earlier flight on the same day of my scheduled return flight to New Orleans. While searching to see if I could change my flight, I happened on a site that offered third party changes to have my flight changed. The company is claiming to be called The Air Reservations, Southwest Airlines consolidation desk. (Extremefares.com) They had all the details to my already booked and paid for round trip flight. They claimed that in order the flight, I would have to cancel my already booked return flight and purchase an earlier flight and that I would receive a refund for my cancelled flight. I provided my bank debit card and was charged $1,789.89 for the earlier flight. When we arrived at the Southwest ticket counter, no such changes were made and Southwest advised me that the only booking they had was my original booking with the later flight still intact. They advised me to contact the company I went through that made the changes to remedy the situation. I attempted to contact the agent at The Air Reservations per the email supplied by the company but none of the contact numbers, extensions, or emails worked to get a hold of them. The called the number several times I used to speak with the representative that supposedly changed my flight but got another agent that gave me a run around saying that I would receive an email about refund details but never did. They advised me that this agent would call me back, but he never did. I later received an email reference to a refund but the information within is extremely sketchy.

Dollars Lost: $1789.89

Brampton, ON- L6X 0Z2

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Southwest Airlines Consolidation Desk / The Air Reservations


Employment - Employment

Hi, I'm a recruiter at Kelly Services (US) , my name is Lesley. Your background and resume have been recommended by multiple online recruitment agencies. Therefore, we would like to offer you a great remote online part-time job to help update app store data, increase app views and downloads, and provide you with free training. Flexible part-time and full-time work, allowing you to work 60 to 90 minutes a day, 4 days a week, and earn extra income on weekends. You can work anytime and anywhere according to your schedule and earn $250 to $500 a day. The basic salary is $1,000 per 4 days of work. Paid annual leave: In addition to maternity leave, paternity leave and other statutory holidays, ordinary employees also enjoy 15-20 days of paid annual leave. The company currently has 50 vacancies, if you want to join us, please send a text message to 2026504652 for more information (Note: You must be at least 25 years old)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Kelly Services Imposter


Tax Collection

I have received on average 1-3 calls daily from different numbers for about 3 mos with this tax scam. I have no unresolved taxes. I continue to block each number and they call from another number. I now have my phone set to ID callers before they come through. Instead of the calls showing an area code, they are coming through from toll free numbers that do not match the number to return a call. I really wish something would be done with this, it is now beyond an annoyance, its harassment. I now have my phone on silent all day - my actual phone is worthless.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: IRS


Counterfeit Product

The company boasted buying two knit jumpsuits and then you get one free for a set price. I ordered it like November 6th and I have yet to receive it but what I got was three earring hooks. I did correspond with them and they were telling me that it was out for delivery for the last week when it was saying delivered on my end there is no phone number for this company I wasn't able to contact anybody or talk to them but they corresponded with me through email.

Dollars Lost: $30

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Luraya IMPOSTER


Online Purchase - LipoMax

I saw LipoMax on my Google Feed. It was advertised as a weight loss tincture that was used by Oprah Winfrey. As you watch the video, Oprah is sitting right there with the Commentator touting the praises for this tincture. It was so convincing, that I failed to see it was fraud and that wasn't Oprah at all, but some form of AI. I received way more than I ordered and was charged 1,000.00. I didn't realize it cost that much because I was in the Hospital and didn't see my Credit Card Statement until later. The site indicated that I would get so many free by buying a certain amount. I ordered 6 and got 12, but was charged a thousand for six bottles, plus 6 "free" bottles that weren't free at all. The site then indicated that if it doesn't work, I could send it back. IF IT DIDN'T WORK. I tried it for a while in hopes it would kick in. It never happened, so I attempted to get my money back because IT DIDN'T WORK. The company informed me that I had to return it within 6 weeks to get my money back. There was nothing written that said 6 weeks. Nothing in the package it came in. No way to return it, nothing that indicated it had to be within 6 weeks. Nothing. There was only a packing slip and nothing else. I was told that if it didn't work I could send it back. But there was no system set up to send it back. And when I tried, some AI emails me and says it's too late to send it back. IT DOESN'T WORK, so I should get my money back. I know I was an idiot for falling for this, but this shouldn't even be allowed to happen. I didn't think it could happen with someone as well known as Oprah. America used to have standards. Consumers have rights. We used to stand behind the things we sold in the market. This isn't the America I used to know. I hope these people are stopped before they scam any more people. I miss the America that cared for it's Citizens and looked out for them. Thank you BBB for being a light in this terrible storm that preys upon the masses. Thanks for being there.

Dollars Lost: $1000

Largo, FL- 33773

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: LipoMax


Online Purchase - uspassportandvisa

This is THE FIRST website that populates on Google when you search "Passport Renewal Form". This site pretends to be the correct Government site to renew your passport. All this fraudulent website does is collect money ($70.33) to fill out the form that is free to fill out on the proper Government site. They have collected ALL of my valuable personal information including Name, DOB, Address, SSN, Parents name and DOB and Spouse name and DOB along with my Passport number. This is a horrendous scam and needs to be shut down immediately.

Dollars Lost: $70.33

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: uspassportandvisa.org


Online Purchase - Pet Scam

Newfoundland Haven website is up and running still. Payment was made to the George Omar. The said company wanted more money to fly the dog to the location and this was denied by the buyer. The buyer was asked to pay a cancellation fee and if the buyer failed to pick up the dog the buyer would be placed on the animal endangerment list. The buyer traveled 14 hours roundtrip and once upon the arrival of the address given, owner said it was a scam and this has been happening a lot in the neighborhood. No dog was received, no dog ever existed.

Dollars Lost: $1350

Edmond, OK- 73013

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: Newfoundland Haven


Online Purchase - Online Purchase

Received wrong colors. Reached out to company and requested a refund. At first they tried "To make things right, we would like to offer you a refund of US$8 as compensation for the trouble you experienced. Additionally, please feel free to keep the item you received—there is no need to return it". Said that was unacceptable. The offered $18.00+10.30 for tax and insurance fee. I started the refund on October 23. Said it could take 3-20 business day due to method of payment. Fine. 20 day no refund. November 23 "they are investigating it". I have asked for proof that this issue is in progress and the finance dept contact info. No go. Have emailed many time requesting this same information. I googled the number provided and it comes up with numerous companies name. I just want my money back.

Dollars Lost: $52.2

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: CÚREBÉA


Employment - Youtube Imposter

HERE IS THE TEXT MESSAGE I RECEIVED: Hello, I'm Goldie, a customer service representative from YouTube. Your resume has been recommended by multiple online recruitment platforms. High-paying position: YouTube Optimization Specialist. Remote work required. Daily salary: $200 to $600. No experience required - free training provided. Monthly salary: $6,000 - $10,000 + daily allowance (immediate payment). Long-term position with part-time or full-time options. Helps increase the exposure and views of YouTube users' videos. Company benefits: There is a 4-day paid trial period. After the probation period, you can sign a formal labor contract with the company. Enjoy statutory paid holidays, medical insurance and education subsidies. We currently have 5 vacancies. If you are 25 years old or older and interested, please send a text message to;2132923096     for more details FIGURED IT LOOKED TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE…

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: YouTube


Online Purchase - PremiumFoot

On November 28th, 2025, I thought I was taking advantage of a Black Friday deal to purchase a shoe stretcher for $19.79 from this website: https://premiumfootco.com/product/shoe-stretcher/ The website clearly shows advertises free shipping and clearly shows that the stretcher comes with inserts. I also order some additional inserts. I was surprised when I checked out to see that I had actually been charged an extra $7 for shipping but decided not to worry about it. However, when I received the stretcher, it contained NO inserts, so I contacted the company They informed me that, despite all indications to the contrary on the website, the stretcher did not in fact come with inserts, and that the additional inserts I ordered were not in stock and directed me to a place on Amazon where I could purchase them separately. They told me they had credited my account for the price of the additional inserts. In total, I should have been charged $19.79, plus any associated tax. In reality, here's what happened: My credit has two charges, one for $31.77 and one for $4.49, AND my credit card company contacted me about possible fraudulent activity on my account, which turned out was an additional $39.99 charge subscription fee they were trying to charge. . So, a ~$20 purchase has turned into $75+, wasted a lot of my time trying to resolve it and resulted in having to cancel my credit card to protect myself from this company,. They still have the deal that I thought I was getting advertised on their website.

Dollars Lost: $17

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 15, 2025

Business Name Used: PremiumFoot


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