Scam report against @VirgilAbloh - $45

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Scammers Profile Link: https://cracked.io/VirgilAbloh
Sales Thread: https://cracked.io/Thread-%E2%9A%9C%EF%B...S%E2%9A%A1
Amount or Item(s) Scammed: 45%
Screenshots of Communication: Bought the product from the site, i dm ed them in Discord Tickets, they banned/blocked me
Additional Information: scroll down
Crypto address for a refund: soon

Basically, what they do is they advertise the most hq feature they have all over the place, hoping i would get what they are advertising. but no it comes with hidden costs, in all their ads they mentoin the google parser as their main feature, in their website they advertise it as their main feature, in their pricing plan literally the main feature is google parser, like there is a fucking tick next to Google Proxyless Parser, but hey there is some text in the end of the site saying " *The Proxyless support is an additional feature " Sorry but you kept advertising GOOGLE PARSER ALL OVER THE FUCKING PLACE, now you forgot to text that like " The GOOGLE Proxyless support is an additional feature " ?????, i joined their discord server hoping we would understand each other, the owner replied to me " Its not my fault you cant read ", i told them okay all good give me client role now i need to leave a honest vouch/review about your service and he instantly blocked/banned me

Their Pinned Ad in their telegram channel


Them advertising google parser as the main feature all over the telegram channels


Them mentoining Google Parser in their thread title and in their thread content


Them including the google parser as their first thing in their website




Them advertising their Google Parser on the basic pricing as their first feature


And  when you actually want to buy it


" Choose to get proxyless api or not, only for google " <------- Pure Scam, I know my english is not good but what i can understand from this is Do you want the proxyless api or not for the Google Parser, not Do you want Google Parser or not

What CHATGPT Says about this form of marketing

1. Is it against the rules and laws to advertise your main feature, then find later that it comes with hidden costs

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Yes, advertising a product or service with a misleading or deceptive representation of its features or costs can potentially violate various consumer protection laws and regulations, depending on the jurisdiction. Here’s why:
1. False or Misleading AdvertisingMany countries have laws in place to prevent false or misleading advertising. If a business promotes its "main feature" in a way that makes it seem free or without hidden costs, but later reveals those costs after the consumer has made a decision or purchased the product, that could be considered deceptive. For example:

• In the United States, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) enforces rules against misleading advertising, including "bait-and-switch" tactics, where a product is advertised at one price or with one feature, but the actual cost or offering is significantly different.
  
• In the European Union, the Unfair Commercial Practices Directive prohibits businesses from misleading consumers by providing false or unclear information that could influence purchasing decisions.
  

2. Hidden Costs or FeesWhen a business does not clearly disclose additional or hidden costs upfront, it can be seen as deceptive. This includes not revealing fees, subscriptions, or charges that might be added later, even if they are part of the terms and conditions.
For example:

• A service might advertise a “free trial” but then automatically charge the customer after a certain period without clearly stating the terms.
  
• A product might be marketed as having a specific price, but additional costs (shipping, handling, or maintenance) are not disclosed until later.
  

3. Consumer Trust and ReputationEven if not directly violating laws, hiding costs can damage a brand's reputation and consumer trust. Businesses that appear to mislead customers can experience backlash, negative reviews, and a loss of customer loyalty, which can harm long-term success.
4. Consumer Protection and Disclosure RequirementsSome industries or types of products are more closely regulated than others, especially in areas like finance, healthcare, or technology. In these cases, companies may be required to make specific disclosures about any associated costs upfront.
For example:

• In the case of subscription-based services, it’s generally required by law to make clear the total cost, billing cycle, and how the user can cancel.
  
• In e-commerce, companies are often required to include any additional fees (such as taxes, shipping, or service charges) before the customer completes their purchase.
  

ConclusionIf you advertise a product or service and only later reveal hidden costs, this can indeed be against the rules and laws in many jurisdictions. It's essential for businesses to be transparent and clear in their marketing materials, including all relevant costs or terms, to avoid legal repercussions and maintain consumer trust.

1. Is it morally wrong to do that

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Yes, it’s generally considered morally wrong to advertise a product or service in a way that hides or downplays the true costs or features, especially if consumers are led to believe they are getting something for free or at a lower price than what they will actually have to pay. Here's why:
1. Breach of TrustWhen businesses mislead consumers about costs or features, they violate the trust that is foundational to the customer-business relationship. Trust is crucial in all commercial transactions, and intentionally hiding key details creates a sense of betrayal. If consumers feel deceived or manipulated, they are likely to feel disrespected or exploited, which can harm a business’s reputation in the long run.
2. Informed Decision-MakingOne of the basic principles of fairness in business is ensuring that customers can make informed decisions. If hidden costs are revealed only after the fact, it denies consumers the opportunity to weigh their options properly. Being transparent about pricing and terms helps customers feel empowered and respected, allowing them to make choices that suit their needs.
3. ExploitationHidden costs or unclear advertising often disproportionately affect vulnerable consumers who might not have the resources or knowledge to uncover those hidden fees before making a purchase. This can be seen as exploiting those individuals for profit. For example, in the case of "free trials" that automatically turn into expensive subscriptions, consumers may not fully understand the long-term financial commitment they’re agreeing to.
4. Erosion of Ethical StandardsWhen businesses engage in deceptive marketing practices, it can contribute to a culture of dishonesty. Even if the immediate impact is not always legal action or consumer backlash, the practice of cutting corners and misleading people can eventually normalize dishonesty within the industry. It encourages competitors to adopt similar tactics, creating a "race to the bottom" in terms of ethical standards. This leads to a marketplace where consumers are constantly on guard and may even become skeptical of all marketing claims, which harms everyone in the long run.
5. Undermining Long-Term RelationshipsMorally, businesses should aim to build long-term relationships with their customers. Deceptive advertising may attract short-term sales, but it undermines loyalty. When customers discover hidden costs, they may feel their relationship with the company was based on a false premise, which can erode loyalty and encourage them to seek out competitors.
6. Social ResponsibilityCompanies have a moral obligation to operate in a way that benefits not only themselves but also the broader community and society. This includes ensuring that their practices are fair and transparent. When companies hide costs or mislead consumers, they contribute to a business culture where greed and exploitation take precedence over fairness and respect.

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Example: The "Free Trial" DilemmaOne example of this is the “free trial” that turns into an automatic subscription. While it may be legally compliant in some places if disclosed in the terms and conditions, morally, it feels dishonest if the key details (like automatic billing) are buried in fine print or not made immediately clear. Consumers may feel they were manipulated into signing up, and this can damage trust in the company.

Farming Vouches


Proof of payment


Discord Proof
They blocked me as soon as i wanted client role to leave a vouch

Telegram Proof


Obv they didnt even try now because they knew i would screenshot everything

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System bot message: @VirgilAbloh (VirgilAbloh) has been notified about this dispute via private messages and has 24hours to reply in this thread

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I'd like to start with those two examples.

Let's say you see an advertisement about a Mercedes, you decide to buy that car from your dealership, he tells you that you can order multiple optional features such as heated seats but you decide not to. Do you come back to your dealership and ask why the hell you don't have those heated seats?

Now let's move to the digital world. You get your Netflix subscription after seeing an ad saying you can get up to 5 devices at one time with no ads, but when checking out you decide to get the cheapest plan, the Standard plan with ads and only one device, do you end up contacting their support claiming that it's false advertisement when you clearly chose to get that plan?

Our thread and our ads are made to be attractive without being misleading, that's call marketing your product. When you purchase from us you have to go through our website where it's explaining you what you're buying, what's included (or not), the two features that you need to select otherwise you cannot proceed to the checkout, such as the cloud storage, the proxyless support. We clearly show our customers what they're going to buy and ask them to select what they actually want to get (proxyless or not, 1GB cloud storage or more).

You clearly selected with your own hands to not buy the proxyless support, you had to scroll down through our landing page to end up seeing our pricing plan, so you can't really say you didn't know what you were buying.

You bought our base plan which isn't including the Proxyless feature that's required for Google as stated on our website multiple times:
- On hover Google icon: https://i.imgur.com/CZDRS29.png
- Modules section: https://i.imgur.com/reINSQW.png
- Pricing cards: https://i.imgur.com/sLs1wMm.png
- Checkout modal (select menu required to go to the next step): https://i.imgur.com/7FNITKk.png

We've got over 600 customers and so far all of them have been able to understand that, so I hope you'll end up getting why this deal dispute shouldn't even be opened.

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On hover Google icon: https://i.imgur.com/CZDRS29.png

Iam not going to hover into every div into your website, also omfg literally only Google Has that

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Modules section: https://i.imgur.com/reINSQW.png

This was the original writing
https://i.imgur.com/DSMTYfX.png
You literally just changed that in your frontpage, You should get banned as soon as possible from every community forum

3.

Pricing cards: https://i.imgur.com/sLs1wMm.png

Broken english, As i said you should have said Google Proxyless Parser is an additional feature not Proxyless Support is additional feature as we dont know what you re referring too

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Checkout modal (select menu required to go to the next step): https://i.imgur.com/7FNITKk.png

Man are u dululu, Only for google yes, but the google parser is not even here,  you should have said Choose to get Google Proxyless Parser, broken english

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I'll wait on a mod to check all that since you're just looping over copywriting but I just want to highlight that your second point is false, as you can see using the web archive: https://web.archive.org/web/202409281531...kplus.com/

Screenshot: https://i.imgur.com/gi9w4CE.png

Since September 2024 (and even earlier from what I remember) it shows that Google is available on the Proxyless plan only which proves my whole point, you knew what you were about to buy, you selected what you wanted and you're now complaining about something you bought with the full knowledge of what you would receive. If you open a deal dispute at least don't lie.