Is Fairtrade Intl fraud?

• Subscription Fees: Users may have signed up for a subscription service through Fairtrade International that charges periodically.
• Donations: Some customers might choose to support Fairtrade International with a one-time or recurring donation, which results in charges on their account.
• Product Purchases: Buying Fairtrade products directly from their website or affiliated retailers can lead to unexpected charges if customers are unaware of shipping or handling fees.
• Membership Fees: Individuals or businesses may pay a membership fee to get involved with Fairtrade initiatives or to access certain content.
• Event Registrations: Users might register for events or workshops hosted by Fairtrade International, incurring charges in the process.
• Merchandise Charges: Some users may purchase branded merchandise from Fairtrade, leading to charges that they may forget about later.
• Service Fees: Using certain services related to Fairtrade certifications or consultations could incur additional charges that customers aren't immediately aware of.

If you see this charge and aren’t expecting it, you have various options.

First, try to contact the fairtrade.net via one of the support methods we listed below and inquire about the charge. See if they will refund it and cancel any associated subscriptions you might have.

If the fairtrade.net refused to issue a refund or you cannot get in touch with the company, call your bank or financial institution and open a credit card dispute. Record screenshot evidence from your prior conversations with fairtrade.net, and use that to open your credit card dispute. Tell your bank or credit card issuer that you do not recognize the charge and do not recall signing up for the service.

If this sounds like too much of a hassle, you can have Chargeback do it for you.

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