FTC Rebills Are Dead for Real This Time

August 12th, 2010 by Barman Leave a reply »

Ok ok the running joke this year has been that “rebills are dead” when in fact, they were not really dead. People still pushed, and everyone trolled so newbs wouldn’t jump in and fuck it up all over again.

But now, they are really, really dead

Inside sources say that the lawsuit will be announced against this company, which apparently got raided yesterday. Almost 3,000 complaints is impressive, even by shady advertiser standards.

Although the lawsuit says its against one company, the part of the title that says “action against internet marketers” is not too appealing.

Apparently the FTC is going to parade around two people who got rebilled. I can’t wait to see what their story is (likely obese [why buy in the first place], stupid [read the terms!], and looking for a government bailout [wahhhh help me FTC!]).

HIDE YO LANDERS, HIDE YO TRAFFIC, AND HIDE YO WHOIS,
CAUSE THE FTC BE RAPING EVERYBODY OUT HERE

54 Responses

  1. FTC-Hater says:

    Fuck the FTC

    amirite, amirtie?!

  2. Dustin says:

    Time to get realistic for second.

    First off, the FTC if you ask me is fucking people over, simply because they can’t get a damn tax bill passed, they gotta find some way to piss off the online marketers.

    First it was rebills (I’m assuming the diet/fat loss niche) — yet the government is complaining about the US being too obese. Someone correct me if I’m wrong but are we online marketers not helping the general fucking public with these weight loss rebill pills??

    Then it was the credit score niche. The FTC thru some small restricting guidelines out there, yet they wonder why we in a recession!

    Sure the rebill method might be over-the-top, but these damn people who don’t have the common sense to read the fucking terms are to blame. Maybe its from the high drop out HS rates.

    So my response is screw the FTC. Do something else with ya’ll life besides trying to fuck the U.S. up even more then what it is.

    … And I’m out.

    • Barman says:

      Im having a hard time drawing the correlation between the recession and “free” credit reports

      • Dustin says:

        Okay, so the credit report example was pretty over the top. But the idea was that online marketers are pushing credit reports to actually get people interested in their credit so they can actually take care of it.

        The whole recession based on what I’ve heard (which some may be B.S.) came from lenders lending money for mortgages to those people with terrible credit!

        Now look who’s suffering while they get bailed out.

        The concept may not be about correlation between the recession and credit reports, but the fact that the government is trying to make online marketing a struggle.

        I could really give 2 shit’s about the FTC, but they’re pretty much screwing the online marketing industry over slowly but surely.

        My fault if it still doesn’t make sense but that’s the best way I can explain it.

    • Georgie says:

      wow, that’s some impressive rationalisation

    • eMarketingMoron says:

      Probably the stupidest comment I’ve ever read. Love it that you completely ignore the fact 90% of the rebills were scams. Couldn’t cancel, pills didn’t work, false celeb endorsments, false claims, ect, ect.

      If you think the FTC is fucking up the U.S., then you’re a fucking moron.

      PS. Your rebill gravey train has run out, stop bitching and start pushing something else. There’s still tonnes to be made online.

      … And your out.

      • Dustin says:

        Ha ha, its funny cause I bet you were one of those fucking idiots to buy into one of the “90% of the rebills are scams” bullshit. And since you stated its a fact, where’s your source bitch? My point proven there until you provide reliable evidence that “90% of them were scams.” I’m sure the number was smaller.

        On the topic of re-bills…

        Let me guess, free credit reports would be a scam too, right? OMFG, everyone quick, stop pushing free credit reports. After all, it does “rebill”, right? Dating, it re-bills, right? The idea of a re-bill is to let people try something out and then buy into it. Fuck you think advertisers are paying for, just to have someone’s information so they can call and say Hi?

        And for your information, who likely bought one, would stop bitching and look around the site, I’m pretty sure you’d find some way to cancel it. As a matter of fact, DO IT BEFORE FUCKING SIGNING UP TO THE OFFER!!! COMMON GODDAMN SENSE!

        So before filing your complaints and bitching about your “experience” (and not facts) on re-bills, throw yourself off a bridge!

        And for the record, my whole comment was about the FTC as a whole you dickhead, you never saw me once disagree and say “well re-bills are NOT scams.” Some re-bills are scams, I don’t doubt it. I will doubt that “90%” is a factual number cause “re-bill” is a broad word to use.

        I’ve proven my point, and before you start complaining again and acting like a feminine bitch on her monthly, provide me with the source you got your “90%” from. Other then that, like your comment above, its BULLSHIT!

    • whatitdo says:

      Hey fat retard,

      First of all. Are you really a fucking wigger with cornrows in your hair? Learn to not be a piece of shit wannabe black boy and actually dress and look respectable for your race.

      Second of all, your post reeks of someone who made some cash when rebills were booming but now can’t make shit because the easy money train ended. Time to call up your old manager at Mcdonalds and ask for your job back wigger.

      Thirdly, don’t try to justify sugar pills that simply DO NOT work. Real Acai DOES work, but not the kind that you order as a 4.95 trial on the internet. Whatever helps you sleep at night I guess.

      P.S. you are a peasant.

      • Dustin says:

        Ha ha, thanks for your comments first off. Now hop off the computer before your mom whips your ass for playing on the PC.

        Second off, its a goddamn shame how racism is still around. How the fuck do you judge me based on my looks. Just because your probably a nerd who has nothing else to do but to leave B.S. comments and act like a dry pussy with your “whatitdo” name.

        You don’t know me, you never met me and I could really give 2 fuck’s about what you think of me. You never walked in my shoes so judging me isn’t going to get you get any credibility any quicker.

        And who the fuck is “assuming” all this B.S. that I ran re-bills. You must be a total fucking embarrasment to your family for looking so much like an ass.

        Finally, for the record, I never pushed re-bills, never have never will. The point you and the other jackass above are missing is I’m judging my thoughts on the FTC and not re-bills. Its good re-bills are going dead, but your focusing on the retarded fucking re-bills. Acai, Weight Loss (which I’m sure you’ve tried), Sleeping pills… their B.S.

        But such things as dating and credit report monitoring, their technically re-bills.

        Either way, you and you friend above enjoy sucking each other off. And while your at it, where can I send you a link to this great teeth whitening kit. Don’t worry, its NOT a re-bill offer.

        • whatitdo says:

          you mad you fat wigger? Yea you mad.

          • Dustin says:

            Me mad? Never that. You must be one of those online thugs who think he the shit just because its what everyone else is doing. Or cause you got picked on in school (HA HA)

            Truth is, I’ve lived the shit so there’s nothing fake over here. So call me wigger or whatever you want, but you never took a step in my shoes to judge who I am. Leave it to the bitches to judge another dude, unless you a feminine dude, then do ya job.

            Haters multiply, but lames (like you) triple so I laugh at lady-like dudes such as you and keep it moving. Man up whore!

        • James says:

          You sir are clearly a completely fucking idiot. Just sayin’.

    • JC says:

      You are one very angry moron.

      I’m sure the FTC spend all of their days trying to figure out how to screw over the online marketing industry. Get real.

      No, you are not “helping” the general public by promoting useless weight loss pills.

      I’m not even sure what logical spaceship you took from there to go to (not really free) credit scores and relating that to the recession or even thinking you are helping people by promoting those offers, but it must have been on hell of a ride.

      • Dustin says:

        Again, another retarded response to my comment. Where did you say I pushed re-bills. It was said to be a correlation.

        Who’s the moron now? Obviously not me if you “assumed” bullshit based on your standard ability to read.

        • dustinisafatass says:

          dustin is a fat ass wigger that sucks cock. hahah peasant ass motherfucker. probly makes 100 bucks a day and thinks hes hot shit. suck a dick bitch ass homo

    • dullspace says:

      This comment is so stupid I went to your website for more laughs of equal retardation.

  3. Matt Fraser says:

    oh noes rebills are dead!

  4. Finch says:

    Sling your rebills offshore?

  5. shawns says:

    you had me at “hide your landers”

    homeboy

  6. Ben says:

    lolz at

    “Someone correct me if I’m wrong but are we online marketers not helping the general fucking public with these weight loss rebill pills??”

    are you serious???? im all for marketing but these were worthless pills that made money reign down from the sky but kept fat on the waist.

    • Dustin says:

      Ha, It was sarcasm Ben. I never tried them, but you may want to ask the 2 people who knocked me on the comment above, I’m sure their familiar with how the weight loss pills work.

  7. Lurker says:

    I have never promoted a rebill offer, but the people who fall for rebills are stupid, fat, and lazy.

    1) Read the terms before typing in your credit card #

    2) Put down that greasy KFC chicken wing and eat less, you fat fuck. If calories in > calories out, you become a tubby. Simple math.

    3) “Whine whine. It’s all your fault!” Lose the victim mentality. No one owes you anything in this world.
    A few hundred years ago you would’ve just been weeded out of the gene pool.

    • joel says:

      So b/c these people are stupid it’s ok to steal their money?

      yah they are fat lazy fucks, so that gives you the right to give them a ‘free ‘ trial and take their money?

      i dont give a shit if people run rebills or not…but don’t turn the blame…your a scammer…so live with it or get out.

  8. rusky says:

    The diet industry just needs a legitimate acai rebill to promote. Just like enzyte reinvented itself. After they made a killing with bad rebills.
    I was just reading up the disclosure on enzytes site.
    ” *With your purchase of the Smart Results package, you get a 110 day supply – just pay $9.95 for the initial 20 day supply, then $34.95 (plus $4.95 S&H (US only)) for each 30 day supply thereafter, for 3 months. Approximately one week before your 20 day supply runs out, we’ll ship you the first of your three 30 day supplies. You will receive the second and third installments at 30 day intervals, and we will charge your credit card a discounted price of $34.95 (plus $4.95 S&H) within one business day of shipping each 30 supply. After your package is complete, there will be no further shipments or billing. We’re confident you’ll love the results of your Vianda brand, but the choice is yours to continue! If you want to reorder, just call us anytime at 1-877-Vianda4 or visit ViandaLife.com.

    While we’re confident you’ll be 100% satisfied with your results, returns with Vianda are easy. You may arrange for a credit, less shipping and handling, for any unopened product
    (excluding initial 20 count supply) that you return within 60 days of your ship date. Simply contact Customer Care, Monday – Friday from 10AM to 6PM EST at 866-834-1715.

    **These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. “

  9. Kyle says:

    “WHO: David C. Vladeck, Director, FTC’s Bureau of Consumer Protection Martin Elliott, Senior Business Leader, Payment System Risk, Visa Inc. Two consumers who lost money on “free” trial offers promised by this company.”

    o’rly

  10. Jason says:

    There must be some bill floating somewhere, the “NO MORON LEFT BEHIND ACT of 2010.” Next the FTC is going after light sockets without warning labels, and scissors without the disclaimer “No Running.”

    This is exactly why we should all pitch in a buy a small country somewhere so we can run free like the Internet is supposed to be. Government regulation of E-Commerce = FAIL + TAX WASTE.

  11. J McCain says:

    Let the Obamafication of Amerika begin

  12. GG says:

    Good game guys

  13. Steve says:

    I have been amazed that many affiliate networks still push the rebill offers a year after the other half cut them out entirely.

  14. Ryan says:

    This blog is turning into dp

  15. Josh Todd says:

    the ftc rapin everybody out here lol

  16. FTC_Aliens says:

    Look, 2012 is coming and supposedly we got death camps, death valleys, all that shit and aliens are suppose to come down here and take over this bitch.

    Government just purchased over 8 million dollar in seeds from veges, fruits, all kinda shit.

    They are lookin to cash out as much as they can, cuz soon there will no internet, no mandkind, nothing.

    I would recommend you keep pushin rebills and don’t pay your taxes cuz it aint worth it.

    We’re all fucked.

  17. Mr. B says:

    “Government regulation of E-Commerce = FAIL + TAX WASTE”

    Fool

    Government regulation of E-Commerce = The difference between us and Nigeria

    • Jason says:

      “Mr. B = Fail”

      Proof #1 Government Regulation over Internet will never work = US vs Wiki leaks

      Proof #2 China unable to regulate porn or e commerce (And they are communist)

      Proof #3 Government vrs Internet Gambling = failing regulation , repeals flying everywhere

      Proof #4 (Cough) Weed Seed Bank Sites (Cough)

      Proof #5 I think you really believe actual “Nigerians” are masterminds behind things, and not people spoofing Nigerians.

      Proof #6 Islamic militant / hate sites proliferating everywhere despite the “War on Terror”

      Lastly… there is no “US vs Them” except in your limited thinking. There is no need for geography, racism, or regulation in the digital space. The NET should free and pure and let evolution do what it does best.

  18. jesse says:

    Hey Fags. Clarke Howard is some retard reading from a telepromter. Anyways he said 9 new credit reports on the internet are deemed invalid and illegal. Give more informative posts you fucekn assclowns…

  19. Karl says:

    Networks are desperate. I even had a sales agent from an affiliate network pitch me on setting up my own diet rebill. They claimed they would design the page, help me sign up for a merchant account, etc.

    I asked him why doesn’t his network just do it themselves… I got a lot of “ahems, hmmm, uhhsss”.

  20. Blahblah says:

    http://ftc.gov/opa/2010/08/acaicolon.shtm

    Move along, nothing to see here.

  21. “CAUSE THE FTC BE RAPING EVERYBODY OUT HERE”

    lolz

  22. FTC says:

    Well on the other hand you can’t tell me for a second that rebills aren’t fucked up. Yes I’m sure the FTC has its own agenda but still rebills pray on the weak and dumb. We’re internet marketers for christ sake, we make flogs and tell people misleading shit to trick the stupid fucks into buying something for a low price and slam their already high revolving credit limit credit card with monthly charges. Fuck the FTC and fuck rebills….let’s move on =)

  23. Never got into spending time setting up websites for these offers. I am glad that the offers and businesses are being shut down. Maybe Affiliate Marketers can gain some respect and the noobs will have to make real websites now lol

  24. Hurrdurr says:

    You straight retarded if you think acai in any form helped weight loss.

  25. oic says:

    rebills will never be totally dead. just have to adapt and move on.

  26. Sam says:

    FTC only regulates the US…

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