Consumer Protection from Negative Options
Official: Unsubscribe Act of 2025
The Unsubscribe Act of 2025 aims to protect consumers from unwanted charges by requiring clear communication and consent for subscription services. It ensures people can easily cancel subscriptions and understand what they are agreeing to.
1. This bill requires clear information about subscription terms before charging consumers. 2. Merchants must get explicit consent from consumers before using negative options. 3. Consumers can only be charged for automatic renewals if they agree again after the initial period. 4. Merchants must provide easy ways for consumers to cancel subscriptions online or offline. 5. The bill sets rules for free-to-pay contracts, ensuring consumers know future charges.
Consumers who use subscription services or free trials that turn into paid services.