I was surpised to see an unexpected charge by skivoip llc, (a company/site I've never heard of) of $39.75,by use of what looked like a simply printed check without an address, just my name & city AND signed with my email address. The payee info was just a toll-free number,the memo 5 digit number,no details.
What was more disappointing is how a major bank would endorse such a check. But that's not it. This charge showed up and posted on the very same day. So I did a such on the number & skivoip came up. The site leaves very little detail and a big RED FLAG,it only accepts payments strictly via checking account.
I finally called and someone picked up,Dan was his name. He seemed nonchalant and expecting calls like this.I inquired about as to how he got my information,he claimed I downloaded their software (Why would I need a voip when I have a smartphone?) signed up for this voip 60-trial back in May and I entered my banking information and I hadn't cancelled my free-trial. I WAS STUNNED! I told him that was false and had no idea as to what he was talking about. In a mocking tone, he asked what I want him to do about it. I told him I wanted a refund and cancel any & everything. He told me that the refund should be credited back into my account in 1-5 business days. I tried to keep my cool even as he seemed evasive.
Following day, I get the refund BUT I notice an activity of ACH credit & debit fromskivoip to verify funds (like when setting up recurring bill)suddenly appeared as being posted a week back,when it wasn't there.
This company is good at the fraudulent acts they are committing.And an interesting discovery, their supposed location/physical address 11407 SW Amu St Suite L1343,Tualatin, OR 97062 is a dead-end road to a field--YEP!
My personal information has been compromised and I'm sure others out there. I hope Dan & his company are brought to justice. This is downright illegal and appauling!