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Complaint Review: MBCONTACT.COM - Internet

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MBCONTACT.COM A 200% overcharge on covert Email SCAM Internet

*Author of original report: MBCONTACT.COM Responds with more of the same?

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Received an EMail regarding new PDF Reader.

I thought it was referring to the Adobe PDF Reader, and as I use that Software regularly, felt that I should Upgrade to the offer in the Email.

Went to the Website and followed the prompts, to the point where the offer was for $US 12.97 a year for 3 years, I did not want to pay for 3 years in advance, so I then pressed Cancel.

A Pop-Up appeared offering a 50% Discount, or $US6.85 a year for 3 years, if I acted NOW. I felt this was a good Discount and proceeded with my Credit card Details for the discounted offer.

I received an Email stating that the purchase was approved and that I would have the amount of $US48.38 billed by MBCONTACT.COM on my Credit Card.

This amount was about 200% more than what I expected, and I immediately tried to contact them, but no matter which way I tried there was no response from the support area.

I contacted my Bank WESTPAC and they advised me that until the Monies had been requested, they could not do anything, and to wait until then to lodge a suspend payment to Westpac.

I know I should have been more aware. But the offer seemed to be from ADOBE, and with such a reduction, I could hardly refuse.

To not only fool me on the source of the offer, but to overcharge by such a huge amount, I feel was despicable of them.

Ezzabees
Brisbane
Australia

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MBCONTACT.COM Responds with more of the same?

AUTHOR: Ezzabees - (Australia)

POSTED: Tuesday, April 07, 2009

Here are the messages I sent to MBCONTACT.COM

1. Please be advised that we already have this Software,
and the Purchase made was in error.

Please cancel this transaction

Kind Regards,
Errol and Julie Marsh

2.Please be advised that we already have this Software,
and the Purchase made was in error.

Please cancel this transaction

Kind Regards,
Errol and Julie Marsh

3.Please be advised that we already have this Software,
and the Purchase made was in error.

Please cancel this transaction

Kind Regards,
Errol and Julie Marsh

4.YOU DESPICABLE Scammers!

You have charged me for something we already have!

Not only that, You OVERCHARGED by 200%

Cancel this transaction IMMEDIATELY!!
We will Retaliate!

Errol and Julie Marsh

5.YOU DESPICABLE Scammers!

You have charged me for something we already have!

Not only that, You OVERCHARGED by 200%

Cancel this transaction IMMEDIATELY!!
We will Retaliate!

Errol and Julie Marsh

6.You must be kidding.

You have just conned me out of $US48.38 and you want me to continue!

SHAME! SHAME! SHAME!


LOOK at THIS!

RESCIND this order and REFUND the MONEY!


This is what you wrote:
Your order has been successfully approved!
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Please review the details below.

Order status: approved
Merchant System Order number: 26847468
You have purchased: Unlimited VIP Access and 2 Extra Features USD 48.38
Delivery E-mail: erroljuliemarsh@iinet.net.au
Registration time: 7/4/2009 12:53:18 AM

Your billing statement will show a charge by MBCONTACT.COM

You have been charged: $ 48.38 USD

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Click here to continue : http://transactionidpd.com/thankyou/pdf/thankyou.asp?comp=multi&proid=acrobat
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------

For billing & technical support contact us by:
Email: pdf@supporthelp.net
Toll free: 1 866 998 0515

I REVIEWED THIS and found you have overcharged me by over 200% you greedy bastards!

A Report has been filed with the FBI and other US and Internet Agencies, as well as the
ACCC in Australia, and Fair Trading Queensland.

Your methods have also been reported to RIPOFF.COM
Do the right thing NOW!

Regards,
Errol Marsh

THIS IS THE INFORMATION I RECEIVED FROM the INTERNET CRIME COMPLAINT CENTRE:

1.Thank you for filing a complaint with the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).

Your complaint has been successfully submitted. Please retain the following information for future contacts with the IC3:

Complaint Id: I0904062103379281
Password: McgDYLaNpn

If you wish to view/download your complaint or have any additional information to provide to the IC3, please use the following link and login with the above complaint id and password.
http://complaint.ic3.gov/update

The IC3's mission is to serve as a vehicle to receive, develop, and refer criminal complaints regarding the rapidly expanding arena of cyber crime. The IC3 aims to give the victims of cyber crime a convenient and easy-to-use reporting mechanism.

Complaint Status
The IC3 receives thousands of complaints each month and does not have the resources to respond to inquiries regarding the status of complaints. It is the IC3's intention to review all complaints and refer them to law enforcement and regulatory agencies having jurisdiction. Ultimately, investigation and prosecution are at the discretion of the receiving agencies.

Evidence
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REPLIES FROM MBCONTACT.COM

1. (3Copies of this in 3 separate Emails)
From: "Customer Support Center"

Reply-To: "Customer Support Center"

Date: Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:15:34 +0530

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1

Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit

Message-Id:


Dear Customer,



Thank you for contacting our support team.



Here are the Step by Step instructions to convert document files and spreadsheets to PDF.



If you encounter a problem please reply with the Step# that is not working for you so that we may address this issue as soon as possible.



Step #1: Login to the Members Area.



Here is your username and password:



Username: bn88s4

Password: a993kw



Login page: http://membersareapd.com



If you are still unable to enter the member's area, please click on this direct link and you will be automatically redirected to the member's area.

http://membersareapd.com/pdf/index.asp

If the link fails to load, please copy and paste it in your browser address navigation bar.



Step #2: To begin with download the TenPDFReader, to be able to open the PDF files once they are created, from this link:

http://membersareapd.com/software/TenPDFReaderSetup.exe

If the link fails to load, please copy and paste it in your browser address navigation bar.



Step #3: Click on 'PDF Creator' on the left pane.



Step #4: From the screen that opens on the right, download the 'TenCreator' by clicking on 'Download Now'.



Step #5: Once the installer file has downloaded, double-click on it to begin the installation.



Step #6: We strongly advise you to leave the default options to create a desktop icon for the software and follow the basic, pre-set installation procedures. The software will prompt you to click on "Finish" to complete the installation.



Step #7: Open the document file or the spreadsheet which you wish to convert to pdf.

Select 'File' from the upper left-hand corner of the window, then select 'Print' from the options available.

In the box that opens, at the top there will be a dropdown available to choose Printer 'Name'.

In that dropdown, choose 'TenPDFCreator'.

Click OK.



Step #8: After clicking on OK, click on the "TenPDFCreator" icon on your desktop.

As soon as the application opens, you will get a pop-up box which shows the document/spreadsheet file, that you wish to convert to PDF, in queue.

In that pop-up box, there will be 5 clickable buttons at the bottom.

Click on the right-most one called "Save".

Choose the desired location to save the PDF file.



Step #9: Once the location is chosen, TenPDFCreator will quickly create the PDF document and show it on screen for your review.

You will also find the icon of the PDF file at the location you chose for this file to be saved in Step #8.



We hope this gets you started.



Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any further assistance.



To ensure prompt service, please include all correspondence when responding.



Best Regards,



Sophia Anderson

Customer Support Specialist

2.
Dear Customer,

Thank you for contacting our support team.

Let's have a look at the membership you purchased:

3 Years Full & Unlimited Access for only $6.85/Year
($6.85 x 3 = $20.55)

Our records show that you have opted for additional value to your standard membership, these options includes:

$17.88 USD - ETD Security Scanner:

This software protects and scans your computer for hidden spyware and adware.
It also protects your privacy, stops identity theft; pop up ads and privacy invasion.
ETD Security Scanner normally retails for $39.95, but because you purchased a membership with us you have received this value for only $17.88.

$9.95 USD - Award-winning download accelerator:
Supercharge your Internet connection with our award winning download accelerator and download up to 300% faster!

Your membership value is: $48.38

*All payments are one time payments and are confirmed prior to submitting payment.
Should you decide that you wish to opt out of this value, simply purchase the membership you desire and ensure you select the options that correspond to your wishes.
If you have been charged twice, by providing us with both transaction ID numbers, the initial membership will be refunded efficiently.

Please do not hesitate to contact us if we can be of any further assistance.
To ensure prompt service, please include the original text when responding.

Best Regards,

David Jones
Customer Support Specialist

3.
From: "Customer Support Center"

Reply-To: "Customer Support Center"

Date: Tue, 07 Apr 2009 16:42:51 +0530

Content-Type: text/plain; charset=ISO-8859-1

Content-Transfer-Encoding: 8bit

Message-Id:


Dear Customer,



Thank you for contacting our support team.



We have successfully entered your refund request into our system.



A billing support specialist will email you within 24 hours notifying you that your refund has been processed.



In order to receive confirmation, please ensure that you add 'refund@supporthelp.net' to your safe email list.



Please let us know if we can assist you further.



Best Regards,



Stephanie Martin

Customer Support Specialist

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