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Search for long-lost friends
I jus' used a people search engine to get back in touch with an old buddy, and I gotta say, I was pretty happy with how it all turned out. The site was easy to use, and I actually managed to track down the person I was tryna find. But y'know what irked me? As soon as I canceled my trial, I couldn't get back on the site no more. They never said anything about that up front, and I wish they'd been more upfront about it. Still, despite that hiccup, the search engine gave me the right info and helped me out big time, 'cause now me and my long-lost pal are finally back in each other's lives.
Search engine subscription
I signed up for a search engine service recently, to find info on someone for a project I'm working on. It was pretty good - gave me what I needed, accurate results and all that. But then I hit a snag trying to find something specific, the info just wasn't there. Besides that, the service worked well overall. I was surprised when I saw the monthly charge on my Paypal. I didn't know it would be automatic, so I had to cancel it to avoid more charges. People should watch out for this and check their billing info closely.
Expensive packages and pricing
Their prices may be a bit higher, but their customer service is amazing. The quality of service I got from them made it worth the cost.
Reconnecting with an old friend
Spokeo totally helped me find an old buddy whose contact info was still current. I was actually pretty surprised how user-friendly the website was compared to other options out there. I decided to give Spokeo a shot after hearing good things about it, and I gotta say, it really went above and beyond what I thought. I definitely suggest Spokeo to anyone trying to track down someone.
Unauthorized charge
Just like some people have mentioned, I ended up with a charge of 28 euros that I didn't authorize. I remember clearly when I made the purchase (which was only one euro), I said no to any additional charges or renewals. Right away, I contacted customer service to let them know about the problem and asked for a refund of the money and to stop any future charges. If they don't cooperate, I'll have to go to the cybercrime unit to make a report.
Unauthorized transaction
I had a bad thing happen with my bank account last week. My bank gave me a heads up in the middle of the night about a $29.95 charge from a company called Spokeo that I didn't know about. It made me feel worried and violated, thinking about my personal info and money. Because of this, my debit card had to be frozen for a bit, which was annoying and messed up my routine. I want everyone to be careful and pay attention to any weird charges so we can steer clear of scammers.
Email search results
I tried out a service for an email search that said it had results, but once I paid, there were no results at all. I was really let down and annoyed by this. It's not cool for a company to say they can find something and then not follow through. I wouldn't suggest this service to anyone.
Person report
I bought a report about someone not long ago, and was happy with all the info it gave me. But, I didn't know that by getting the report, I actually signed up for a pricier subscription without realizing it. I got in touch with customer service and they got back to me quick. I told them what happened, and thankfully, they agreed to give me all my money back since I didn't even use the subscription perks, just the first report. I'm really happy with how everything got sorted out and the great customer service I received.
Ancestry research tool
So, because money's tight, I had to cancel a bunch of subscriptions, like the one for researching my family history. It might not seem like a big deal, but that tool helped me trace my family back to 1711 and find relatives still kickin'. The process to cancel was easy peasy, and I can't wait to sign up again when I've got a bit more cash flow.
Dating app security
I've been using this service to screen potential dates from online dating apps and let me tell you, it's been a real lifesaver. It's so crucial to know who you're meeting before actually going on a date. Spokeo has really helped me steer clear of any potential catfish situations and has saved me a lot of time and heartache. I highly recommend using this app for anyone who's out there dating in this digital age.
Disappointing experience
I just tried out a people search service and man, it totally sucked! All the info they gave me was way off and out of date. I didn't find it useful at all and now I'm feeling like I wasted my hard-earned cash. I wouldn't suggest this service to anyone who's looking for correct and current info.
My purchase was trying to find information on someone
Oh man, this website is no good. They’re charging me for subscriptions I didn’t even sign up for. Be careful! Even Paypal is having problems with them.
Phone number search
I was pretty pumped to try out this service where you can look up someone's name by typing in their phone number. But man, was I let down when I found out that even after paying, I couldn't see the info unless I signed up for a subscription. The ad didn't make it clear that this was needed upfront. I ended up feeling like I threw my money away on a service that didn't deliver what I wanted.
Checking out people online
I wanted to check out someone and see what they've been doing lately, but the info I found was really old. Not cool. On the bright side, when I asked for help with something else, they were quick to fix it.
Mobile number lookup
Just a heads up, be careful when using this service for looking up mobile numbers. I tried to get info on a name connected to a mobile number, but ended up being tricked into signing up for a subscription. I paid 0.95 cents, thinking I'd get the info, but was told there was no name linked to the number. On top of that, I found out about sneaky monthly fees and attempts to charge my card without permission. This shady behavior is illegal and definitely a scam. I reported this shady stuff and took steps to keep my personal info safe.
Trial subscription, unexpected charges
I was kinda interested in the service, so I thought, "Why not give it a try?" I signed up for a trial to get some info. But then I saw that they were taking money from my bank account without telling me. I felt like they were tricking me and it made me mad that I didn't know I was gonna be charged over and over. I reached out to customer service, but all they would do was give me back some of my money, which was a letdown. The info was okay, but those surprise charges really bothered me.
Online search for family member
I was just browsing online when I came across a listing that said my son, who I haven't talked to in ten years, was living in my house and using my phone number. It was a shock to see this, and it made me feel worried about my privacy and security. I reached out to customer service to get the listing taken down, and they were really helpful in showing me how to do it. It was a wake-up call for me about how much personal information is out there on the internet.
Online service experience
I gotta say, the customer service I got was amazing. They answered my questions super fast and were really helpful the whole time. It's nice to see a company that really cares about their customers and goes above and beyond to give great service.
One-time search turned into a subscription
I signed up for what I thought was just a one-time search, but I ended up getting stuck in a subscription without any clear info or a welcome email. It seemed kinda shady to me, like some sort of scam, so I had to reach out to them to try and get my money back for the two months of subscription. Dealing with all of this was super frustrating and really disappointing.
Single report purchase
I just wanted to share my recent experience with this service. I bought a single report and I was really let down by the whole thing. The way the website is set up, it makes you think you're just getting the one report, but then suddenly you're signed up for a subscription without even realizing it. There's no heads-up before they charge your card, and there's no way to get your money back. I recommend steering clear of this company to prevent getting in a similar situation.
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