Super Beta Prostate

A TINA.org reader alerted us to this not so super free trial.

Christie Brinkley’s Recapture-360 Creams

One website’s “risk-free” trial offer carries hidden costs.

A to Z Cash System

We saw this marketing email promoting work-at-home opportunities, and it set off our scam bells. Here’s what you need to know about this one: 1. Advertorial: Clicking on the email…

Lose 11 LBS Fast!

We’ve seen this ad across the web, and it set off our suspic-o-meters: Clicking on the ad takes you to a website that poses as a health news site, but…

How to File a Dispute with Your Credit Card Company

If you’re having trouble canceling unwanted charges or getting a refund from a merchant, try contacting your bank or credit card company instead. They may be able to help you…

Investigation by truthinadvertising.org Reveals Eight Things You Should Know About Vemma

MADISON, CT, July 10, 2013 — Vemma Nutrition Company promises it will “transform lives through ultra premium products and a generous compensation plan.” The Scottsdale, Ariz.-based company, which touts that…

Five Common Complaints about Guthy-Renker

Informercial maker uses glossy ads and celebrity endorsements, but also gets hit with plenty of consumer complaints.

Ageless Male

Whenever you hear ads for a supplement making drug-like claims, it’s probably wise to cast a suspicious eye. From SiriusXM Radio: Ageless Male claims that it is a “best-selling supplement…

Translating the Full Costs of the “Language Professors Hate Him” Ad

The only thing that can be “absolutely guaranteed” is that there is no way to learn a new language in only 10 days. This ad links to a language-software website…

Companies Getting Coal in 2021

Find out why New Balance, TikTok, Poland Spring and others make the 2021 naughty list.

MoviePass: ‘Get a Month Free’

The movie ticket subscription service is back. Unfortunately, so too are the deceptive ads.

TINA.org’s Year in Review 2023

Here’s what we accomplished in 2023 with your help.

Virgin Atlantic: ‘100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel’

Ad regulator finds term potentially misleading in context of radio ad.

FTC Announces New ‘Click to Cancel’ Provision for Subscriptions

TINA.org supported effort and applauds updated rule.

Priceline’s “Name Your Own Price” Option

United Airlines’ ‘Offset Your Flight’ Booking Option

United customers encouraged to “offset” their flight as airline CEO blasts such carbon offset projects.

Proactiv Auto-Renewal Subscription

Who’s Allowed to Play Games with the Stock Market?

The misleading advertising of democratizing finance.

Spirit Airlines “Shortcut Security”

Allegations: Deceptively advertising a “Shortcut Security” option that allows consumers who pay for this option to use a separate, faster line to get through security at certain U.S. airports

Vapex E-Cigarette Freestarter Kit

If e-cigarettes are your thing (and we’re not saying they should be), there are many options out there. Maybe this isn’t the best one.