This list is based on our known offender database and community reports. Rankings update monthly.
1
adobe.com
Early termination fees not disclosed upfront. Users locked into annual contracts with steep penalties for cancelling.
Source: DOJ litigation
2
amazon.com
Prime membership auto-enrolled during checkout flow. Subscription added via pre-selected options buried in the purchase process.
Source: FTC complaint, community reports
3
match.com
Deceptive subscription practices including unclear auto-renewal terms and difficult cancellation.
Source: FTC settlement
4
chegg.com
Confusing cancellation process designed to retain subscribers who want to leave.
Source: FTC action
5
planet-fitness.com
Notoriously difficult cancellation requiring in-person visits or certified mail. Charges continue during cancellation attempts.
Source: Consumer complaints, community reports
6
siriusxm.com
Extremely difficult cancellation process with aggressive retention tactics and unclear billing terms.
Source: FTC complaints
7
resume-now.com
Hidden recurring subscription charges after initial resume download. Billing terms buried in fine print.
Source: Community reports
8
mcafee.com
Aggressive auto-renewal practices with charges appearing without clear prior notification.
Source: Consumer complaints
9
angi.com
Auto-enrolled membership with recurring charges not clearly disclosed during sign-up.
Source: Community reports
10
audible.com
Rollover credit confusion during trial period. Users charged after trial without clear warning.
Source: Community reports
11
nytimes.com
Aggressive paywall-to-subscription conversion with introductory pricing that escalates without clear notice.
Source: Community reports
12
hulu.com
Add-on charges not clearly disclosed. Bundled services auto-selected during checkout.
Source: Community reports
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