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Chargebacks: What are they? And how can you make them stop?

Explore what chargebacks are, how the process works, and ways you can avoid them.

13 January, 2025
 ·  6 minutes

Every chargeback tells a story. It could be the story of a child that’s gone rogue on a parent’s credit card. Or perhaps it’s a story about someone who doesn’t recognise the name of a merchant on their bank statement. And, of course, it could also be a story about fraud.

Whatever the story, no one enjoys them. They’re costly, time-consuming, and can result in some nasty fines and consequences. This article will explore what chargebacks are, how the process works, and ways you can prevent and respond to them.

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