Staring about March I noticed that the billing for my iFriends use seemed to be more than for what I had 'bought.' So I have started using an electronic stopwatch to make sure the time in the chathost's room was accurate. At least 90% of the time the time is being 'padded.' For example, my most recent visit was for 5 minutes and 35 seconds. Rounding up to 6 minutes times the $3.00 per minute charges and you get $18.00. I was billed for $26.81.
Since I am a VIP member I have access to a non-published toll-free number for customer service.in ifriends favor they have always corrected the overcharges without any hassle whatsoever. But when you multiply these padded minutes times thousands and thousands of customers daily, you're talking some seriously large amounts of money that the company in NOT entitled to. I'm glad they will refund the overcharges, but frankly I am tired of having to call them and do this nearly every time.
I don't know why management is taking chances like this. Their reputation is on the line, not to mention any potential class action lawsuits or investigations by Attorney General's offices. So, if you use their services, I'd suggest you start timing just to make sure they are not getting more of your money than they are entitled to.
Thanks.
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