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…

LifeCell: All-in-one Anti-Wrinkle Cream

Oh my. Where to start with this one. A reader alerted us to LifeCell’s “trial” offer for its wrinkle cream. LifeCell promises that its product works in “just 17 seconds”…

Xtreme Nitro and Maxx Test 300

Want to see almost every suspicious weight-loss ad technique in one place?

70 Year Old Grandma Looks 40

This ad for Lumanelle Luma skin cream should set off a couple of bad ad warning lights: This picture appears elsewhere on the Internet, the unsourced Dr. Oz quote, and…

Factor 2 by Force Factor

Hey it’s another “one weird trick” and “[group of professionals] hate him” ad. This web ad is for Force Factor, a supplement that claims to boost your body’s ability to…

JT Splatmaster

E-mail Alert: Does Ghana Have $8 million to Give You?

Sorry, the Vice President of Ghana doesn’t really want to give you $8 million out of the blue. The tip-offs? Poor grammar, request for nonsensical “RED SEALED stamp fee” of…

Keto Diet Pill Scams

Spotting a keto diet pill scam is not hard if you know what to look for.

Studio Guti’s ‘1,000 Poses for Photography’ (Hardcover Not Included)

Expecting a hardcover book, TINA.org reader receives a link for a digital download instead.

College HUNKS’ Unattractive Side

TINA.org reader says moving company failed to live up to its ads. She’s not the only one.

Subway’s Steak and Cheese Sandwiches

Chain faces lawsuit over meat filling representations.

Rejuvenation: ‘Free Shipping Site-Wide’

Lawsuit accuses retailer of reneging on free shipping offer.

Kouvr Fashion

Don’t be fooled by this website.

Apple Intelligence

Apple iPhone 16 users are asking Siri, where are the AI features that were touted in ads?

Linda & Rachel Boutique

TINA.org digs into shop’s purported Newport roots, and more.

The Hundred Thousand Dollar Puzzle by David Dobrik

YouTuber-turned-TikTok star pieces together a deceptive pitch.

Rent-A-Center’s Free Same-Day Delivery

In short, the company may not deliver on the promise.

SeraRelief CBD products

Be wary of “free trials” for CBD gummies and oils advertised on the internet.

Prüvit Signal//Defense Cocktail

Video on MLM’s website promotes supplement for coronavirus prevention.

MagniSole Magnetic Insoles

Unsubstantiated health claims aren’t the sole problem with these insoles.