Got Scammed by Verified’s Manipulative “Free Trial” — Lost ₹18,900
Meta just pulled the most manipulative subscription UI nonsense on me, and I actually have screen recording proof of it.
I was shown a “1 month free” Meta Verified trial. The banner/video clearly made it look like first month free, then ₹18,900 from the second month onwards.
After clicking “Start Free Month,” it redirected to Google Play showing the ₹18,900/month plan. I assumed it was simply setting up autopay for after the free trial because that’s how literally every free trial works.
Instead, Meta/Google Play instantly charged ₹18,900 on day one.
I requested refunds from both Google Play and Meta. Both rejected it.
The worst part is I have video proof showing how misleading the flow is. This genuinely feels like a dark pattern UI designed to confuse users into accidental purchases.
₹18,900 is not a small accidental tap.
At this point it honestly feels like Meta creates one problem, then sells you another solution through manipulative flows.