Alert : Fake Streaming Subscriptions and Illegal IPTV

Fraudulent websites exploit the popularity of platforms like Netflix, Disney+, Spotify or cheap IPTV services to scam consumers. Behind these attractive offers often hide financial traps and data theft.

Fake streaming subscriptions

Scammers offer “lifetime” or extremely cheap subscriptions to popular content. Victims pay via bank transfer or card but often receive nothing or the service shuts down quickly.

How it works

These scams spread through social media, online ads or chat groups. The site mimics a known platform and urges payment outside official channels. Once the money is sent, the scammer disappears or keeps charging without real service.
Red flags: offers too good to be true (e.g. “lifetime” subscription), unclear billing, payment only via transfer or crypto.

Tips:

• ⚠️ Only trust subscriptions purchased via official websites or apps.
• 🔍 Be wary of “too good to be true” offers (lifetime or very cheap prices).
• 💳 Never pay by bank transfer or cryptocurrency outside official platforms.
• 📡 Check online reviews before buying on unknown sites.
• 📢 Inform your relatives to prevent more victims.

Conclusion

Avoid fraudulent subscriptions circulating on social media and forums. Report scams on actionfraud.police.uk.

For more advice on online scam protection, read our guide:
Key steps to avoid most online scams!

Written by : René Ronse
Methodology : Our alert articles are based on regular monitoring of national reporting platforms, feedback from victims, and statements issued by relevant authorities.
About the author : René Ronse, manager of ArnaqueOuFiable.com. Expert in consumer cybersecurity, specialist in detecting online fraud, product transparency, and digital compliance. He has over 20 years of experience analyzing hidden subscription mechanisms, unreadable terms and conditions, aggressive sales tactics, and deceptive commercial practices on the web.
Sources : evoca.tv | prnewswire.com | nexott.net
Last updated : 17 September 2025.
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