Wendy’s Win | The 'free trial' that ended up costing more than R5 000

Author: Wendy KnowlerPublished on: July 12, 2026Country: South Africa

Business & EconomySociety & Lifestyle

Wendy’s Win | The 'free trial' that ended up costing more than R5 000

A consumer signed up for a free trial that turned into a paid subscription, resulting in charges of over R5,000. Columnist Wendy Knowler recounts how the free trial trap led to unauthorized debits. The article warns about hidden conditions in trial offers and provides tips to avoid such scams.

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