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The Lifelock Scam
Whenever I read a blog post where someone is pointing out the Lifelock scam there is always at least one comment that goes along the lines of: "I am well aware it is possible to carry out the identity theft prevention measures myself thank you very much but as Lifelock only costs me a few dollars a week why should I?" Well,... »
Lifelock Guarantee Full Of Holes
So what's wrong with the Lifelock guarantee? The promise to replace up to $1 million should you be a victim of identity theft whilst under their protection is cited by many as the main reason for signing up and agreeing to pay Lifelock $10 a month for the rest their lives. Here's the wording of the Lifelock guarantee: "If you are our... »
Lifelock And The Recommendations They Buy
If you are right and their advertising campaign is nothing more than the Lifelock scam you claim it to be, why are there literally thousands of people on the web recomending their credit monitoring services? Because they get paid by Lifelock to recommend them, that's why. Lifelock pay $35 for every customer website owners send them and they don't care too much... »
Lifelock Encourages False Sense Of Security
One of the problems of the Lifelock service is the false sense of security it brings to its customers due mostly to their advertising campaigns. Broadcasting statements such as: "you'll find out how to lock down your identity, making it virtually impossible for identity thieves to wreak havoc on your good name" imply 'sign up and you're worries are over'... »