Is SM Art Projects fraud?

• Subscription Services: Some users reported being automatically enrolled in subscription plans which resulted in recurring charges without clear notifications.
• One-Time Purchases: Customers may see charges for individual items purchased from the store, including art prints and creative projects.
• Shipping Fees: Users have mentioned unexpected shipping charges added to their orders, which can be significant and may appear as separate transactions.
• Service Fees: Additional fees for services like customized projects or premium options could lead to additional charges that weren’t initially disclosed.
• Pre-authorization Holds: Some transactions may show pre-authorization charges that are temporary and may confuse users about the actual cost.
• Account Mismanagement: Instances have been noted where customers have forgotten about previous purchases or account setups leading to unintended charges.
• International Transaction Fees: Buyers outside the primary payment region may incur extra charges due to currency conversion or international processing fees.

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

First, try to contact the smartprojects.store 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 smartprojects.store 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 smartprojects.store, 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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