Is FG Subscription fraud?

• Subscription Services: Customers may be charged for ongoing subscriptions to FortiGuard services like antivirus or web filtering, which automatically renew unless canceled.
• One-Time Purchases: Charges could arise from purchasing Forticlient licenses or security products directly from FortiGuard.
• Service Utilization: Users may incur fees for certain features or capabilities beyond the basic plan, such as advanced threat protection.
• Account Configuration: Some users reported charges after configuring FortiGate systems that require additional paid services for optimal functionality.
• Trial Expiry: Customers who signed up for a free trial may see charges after the trial period ends if they did not cancel beforehand.
• Support Services: Charges might appear if customers accessed premium technical support or professional services for complex setups.
• Misunderstanding of Pricing: Some users mentioned not fully understanding the pricing structure or terms, leading to unexpected charges on their accounts.

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

First, try to contact the fortiguard.com 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 fortiguard.com 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 fortiguard.com, 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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