Has anyone else been ripped off for $68.83 to download
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Has anyone else been ripped off for $68.83 to download
Firefox 2008..I just went to Mozilla to download Firefox & saw download for nesest version 2008..I clicked on download & than changed to website asking if I wanted a 3yr warranty for service & XP toolx. I OK. I've used FireFox for a long time & they can use the money. I entered my payment info & went to download browser & all I found to download was Google Earth...I tried to contact the customer service at that site & they didn't reconize my username Or e-mail address that I had just been given.
The charge is to MYmusicbill.com. Has anyone else had this happen to them & is Mozilla.org aware of this.
The charge is to MYmusicbill.com. Has anyone else had this happen to them & is Mozilla.org aware of this.
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You are mixing a lot of information that doesn't make complete sense.
First, MozillaZine (these forums) are not Mozilla (the company that makes Firefox). Mozilla can be reached via www.mozilla.com or www.mozilla.org.
Second, the most recent version of Firefox is 2.0.0.12. From what exact link were you attempting to download Firefox?
Third, you appear to have been taken. You may want to get your credit card company to cancel the charge.
First, MozillaZine (these forums) are not Mozilla (the company that makes Firefox). Mozilla can be reached via www.mozilla.com or www.mozilla.org.
Second, the most recent version of Firefox is 2.0.0.12. From what exact link were you attempting to download Firefox?
Third, you appear to have been taken. You may want to get your credit card company to cancel the charge.
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It's well known, but I don't know if Mozilla is actually on it. Look here.
But it would be nice to know where you found the link.
Oh, look here. Another "sponsored link". Google isn't helping this.
But it would be nice to know where you found the link.
Oh, look here. Another "sponsored link". Google isn't helping this.
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Can you provide a screen shot of what you are seeing? See this knowledge base page for instructions.
I ask because I am not seeing the "Firefox 2008" link at www.mozilla.org . I just looked
I ask because I am not seeing the "Firefox 2008" link at www.mozilla.org . I just looked
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Where did you see this, granie66? I don't see it on www.mozilla.org .
There are a bunch of links to "Firefox 2008" on the Web, which may or may not be legitimate. Firefox comes from www.mozilla.org or www.mozilla.com , but there are a bunch of ripoffs, some legit and some not. As far as I know, Firefox 2008 is not an actual version, but it's bundled with the Google Toolbar. But you NEVER have to pay for it, and you NEVER have to get it bundled with anything.
There are a bunch of links to "Firefox 2008" on the Web, which may or may not be legitimate. Firefox comes from www.mozilla.org or www.mozilla.com , but there are a bunch of ripoffs, some legit and some not. As far as I know, Firefox 2008 is not an actual version, but it's bundled with the Google Toolbar. But you NEVER have to pay for it, and you NEVER have to get it bundled with anything.
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Might have been one of the ads here though.
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"Choose between the Food Select Feature or other Functions. If no food or function is chosen, Toast is the default."
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One possible explanation is that you were hijacked. Take a look at your hosts file to see that it's clear. Also make sure your IE (and FF too while you're at it) is not using some strange proxy. Perhaps run some well known anti-malware proggies.
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2008 rip off
People are inadvertently following the following site, http://www.2008firefox.com , which also has a disclaimer at the bottom: "This website has no affiliation whatsoever with the owner of this software program, and provides ONLY a link to the software program. Copyright 2005,2008firefox.com All rights reserved."
People who buy into this can lose up to about $80 depending on which "plan" is selected.
They also have a "7 day guarantee" with the following detail:
"7 day satisfaction guarantee
If you are within your first 7 days of our guarantee period - you are eligible for a refund of the unused portion of your membership minus a $9.95 fee which we keep to cover the costs of processing and handling. Please allow normal banking delays of 10 to 15 days before the funds are returned to your account, should your request be accepted.
Important: We have a strict NO-REFUND policy after your 7 day satisfaction guarantee. Under no circumstances will we offer a refund for any products past this period.
Please note: All unsubstantiated and/or fraudulent chargeback requests will be prosecuted and collected to the furthest extent of the law under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)."
Pay attention to the last portion of the first paragraph: should your request be accepted
I hope that anybody who lost money can chargeback successfully ray: .... there is nothing gained from this charge.
People who buy into this can lose up to about $80 depending on which "plan" is selected.
They also have a "7 day guarantee" with the following detail:
"7 day satisfaction guarantee
If you are within your first 7 days of our guarantee period - you are eligible for a refund of the unused portion of your membership minus a $9.95 fee which we keep to cover the costs of processing and handling. Please allow normal banking delays of 10 to 15 days before the funds are returned to your account, should your request be accepted.
Important: We have a strict NO-REFUND policy after your 7 day satisfaction guarantee. Under no circumstances will we offer a refund for any products past this period.
Please note: All unsubstantiated and/or fraudulent chargeback requests will be prosecuted and collected to the furthest extent of the law under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA)."
Pay attention to the last portion of the first paragraph: should your request be accepted
I hope that anybody who lost money can chargeback successfully ray: .... there is nothing gained from this charge.
SKopischke wrote:Can you provide a screen shot of what you are seeing? See this knowledge base page for instructions.
I ask because I am not seeing the "Firefox 2008" link at http://www.mozilla.org . I just looked
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Re: 2008 rip off
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AstevenD wrote:People are inadvertently following the following site, http://www.2008firefox.com , which also has a disclaimer at the bottom: "This website has no affiliation whatsoever with the owner of this software program, and provides ONLY a link to the software program. Copyright 2005,2008firefox.com All rights reserved."
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Re: 2008 rip off
AstevenD wrote:Just registeredAstevenD wrote:People are inadvertently following the following site, http://www.2008firefox.com , which also has a disclaimer at the bottom: "This website has no affiliation whatsoever with the owner of this software program, and provides ONLY a link to the software program. Copyright 2005,2008firefox.com All rights reserved."
AstevenD, how are people finding that website? Do you know if any advert for it appears on any Mozilla or MozillaZine (here) site?
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