I Face Unauthorized $39.99 Charge from Paddle.net Despite Never Using My Card Abroad
On March 8, 2025, at 16:04, I discovered a completely unauthorized charge of $39.99 withdrawn from my Akbank account by a company called Paddle.net. I only became aware of this unauthorized transaction after receiving an invoice in my email. I was shocked, as I never use my Akbank debit card on foreign sites or in any external transactions. My card is strictly for personal, local use.
Immediately after noticing this suspicious charge, I contacted my bank and filed a formal dispute for the transaction. I also canceled my debit card to prevent any further unauthorized withdrawals. I strongly advise everyone reading this to block their debit or credit cards from international use unless absolutely necessary.
It is extremely frustrating and disappointing to be a victim of such fraudulent activity. I did not authorize or initiate any purchase from Paddle.net. They have charged my account without my permission, and I am demanding an immediate refund of the full $39.99 amount.
I call on Paddle.net to explain how they gained unauthorized access to my account and to prevent this from happening to others. If I do not receive a prompt and satisfactory resolution, I will escalate this complaint to legal authorities and consumer protection agencies. I urge Paddle.net to return my money without delay.
