I received a phone call from a very friendly and what seemed like a genuine guy who wanted to sell me advertising space on Facebook. While I am slightly dubious about online adverts I thought it might be an interesting thing to try given the fact Facebook had just listed. I was very wrong and quickly realised this was a scam. They ask for your credit/debit card to take the first month's payment and then do not answer any phone calls - you just get a recorded message saying they are busy. The replies to emails are very sporadic and not in line with what you have written. I don't believe the advert they say they have created even exists and there is no evidence that it goes on Facebook. The contract they send is very dodgy with ridiculous clauses for getting out of the contract - clearly aimed at trying to trap you. They ask for a recorded letter stating that you no longer wish to receive their services and this must be done 2 days before the contact expiry date etc. Do not give them your card details. I had to cancel my card and have asked my bank to now help get the money back.
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