Just tax the stupid people

[kingandy]

I saw this coming a mile off - it's clear from the Jamster TV adverts that they're trying to trick people into joining subscription services that they don't know how to leave. (The unsubscription details are only available on the same ad as tells you how to join, so you have to catch the advert again and manage to read the quick-scrolling terms and conditions that run across the bottom of the screen. Unless you're aware that texting "STOP" to the automated number is the default mechanism.)

It's possible that they've kept within the letter of the law (since they have in fact provided unsub details, and at first point of contact no less), but it's a clear Rule 7 violation...

ETA: I'm slightly dubious about a BBC reporter using her position to publicise a problem she's had with a particular company. In this case, yes, I've long thought that Jamster are A FORCE FOR EVIL AND TO BE STOPPED, but still, this sort of personal agenda should be scrutinised. In fairness, attributing the article to a specific writer does reduce the need for objectivity - it's clearly editorial in nature. But still.

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[nattydreadi.livejournal.com]

In the download functions though it does say that by accepting this service you agree that you are 16+

They are treading a very fine, profit making line. However as with any shady / risky business, the potential profit makes it more than worthwhile (1.50 a text, 2 texts a week = 12 - 15 quid a month per sub for sending out messages that cost virtually nothing to generate.