What should I do about some of these free iPod scams? Why isn’t it illegal for advertising scams like this to be on the internet?
They are not all scams. Some are actually very legit. For an example on how to get a free laptops, try the following link:
http://laptops.freepay.com/?r=27988381
This same company offers free XBOX, iPod, etc. There are some websites that offer a free stuff if you fill out questionnaires and surveys, sign up for at least one offer, and make referrals. Some examples of these offers are credit card applications, Netflix / Blockbuster movie rentals, magazine subscriptions, etc. These offers are usually decent deals (but not the best if you search hard on the internet.) As for referrals, you will need to get family and friends to sign up for the same free laptop deal. For this reason, although these free laptop deals are legit as reported by media (including CNN, New York Times, NPR, etc), these deals are criticized by some for its aggressive marketing methods. Others argue that this is simple an alternative payment method in which advertisers pay for the end-users/consumers.
I encourage you to do more research on your own before heavily investing your time. As mentioned earlier, it works and you will get a free laptop. However, it also takes work and time. This link should provide you with more unbiased information.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freepay
Lastly, if you don’t feel comfortable with them, just ignore them.
Good luck and have a nice day!
Ignore them
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They probably exist for a number of reasons. I can also tell you that when these scams hit the radar of state attorneys general around the country they will go after them. For now, just be sure those around you are aware.
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The simple answer is to ignore them.
And technically, they aren’t illegal. If you ever look at the fine print, you get a free iPod or X-Box 360 or a free trip to the Bahamas IF you complete so many of the offers they guide you through, each one of which requires a pretty hefty subscription. So yes, you can get an iPod for free… all you have to do is buy a subscription to a magazine you will never read for five years.
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They are not all scams. Some are actually very legit. For an example on how to get a free laptops, try the following link:
http://laptops.freepay.com/?r=27988381
This same company offers free XBOX, iPod, etc. There are some websites that offer a free stuff if you fill out questionnaires and surveys, sign up for at least one offer, and make referrals. Some examples of these offers are credit card applications, Netflix / Blockbuster movie rentals, magazine subscriptions, etc. These offers are usually decent deals (but not the best if you search hard on the internet.) As for referrals, you will need to get family and friends to sign up for the same free laptop deal. For this reason, although these free laptop deals are legit as reported by media (including CNN, New York Times, NPR, etc), these deals are criticized by some for its aggressive marketing methods. Others argue that this is simple an alternative payment method in which advertisers pay for the end-users/consumers.
I encourage you to do more research on your own before heavily investing your time. As mentioned earlier, it works and you will get a free laptop. However, it also takes work and time. This link should provide you with more unbiased information.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freepay
Lastly, if you don’t feel comfortable with them, just ignore them.
Good luck and have a nice day!
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