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Security · 15h ago

VPN auto-renewal complaints surge on Google Play Store

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

An analysis of nearly 30,000 Android VPN reviews found widespread complaints about unwanted auto-renewals, even after users disabled the setting. The study highlights deceptive billing practices among major VPN providers. Users report being charged without consent, raising concerns over subscription transparency.

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The findings underscore a persistent trust gap in the VPN industry, where aggressive monetization often undermines user control.
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