Amazon Began Charging REAL Money Upon registration
Previously, Amazon places a hold for around $1 on credit card when you create an account. It is a test charge, and never actually goes through.
Yesterday, I found this has changed. Amazon actually processed a REAL $0.01 payment. Luckily, I used a real credit card, so I passed that step without problem.
However, I am a bit concerned. I guess Amazon is up to something (i.e. a real charge, instead of a test pre-authorization charge, may enable Amazon to obtain additional personal info?)
And, any one knows when this new procedure started?
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