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# in-app purchases

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There are some big changes coming to Snapchat

You’ll soon be able to pay to replay a Snapchat.

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Sep 15th 2015, 6:17 PM

Google agrees to refund $19 million to parents for unwanted in-app purchases

The company has also agreed to update its practises to ensure that it receives parental consent for any purchases made.

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Sep 5th 2014, 10:14 AM

How to protect yourself against unwanted app charges

Because nobody wants to be greeted with a large bill at the end of the month.

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Jul 20th 2014, 11:00 AM

Now Google faces a lawsuit by US parents over in-app purchases

The lawsuit was filed by a mother whose five-year old son spent more than $65 on in-app purchases without his parents’ permission

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Mar 11th 2014, 9:31 AM