Australia’s Federal Court ordered penalties and refunds after customers were signed up to monthly fees they had not expected from a AU$2 offer.
Stage 2Hard to leave
Stage 3Cashing in
Stage 4Nobody wins
Fees, subscriptions, friction or worse defaults tilt the product toward extraction.
What you can do
Keep the original offer, bank entries and cancellation records. If you were affected in Australia, check the ACCC guidance and contact the provider about the refund process.