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Jeannie Marie Paterson, Professor of Law (consumer protections and credit law), The University of Melbourne

No more call to cancel: the government wants to crack down on ‘subscription traps’

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It often seems like a great idea at the time. There’s a streaming service, paywalled news site or premium version of an app you want to try, offering a “no strings attached” free trial.

You sign up – with a few easy clicks and your credit card. The trial period passes, and for whatever reason, you decide this product isn’t for you.

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