The ACCC is cracking down on business websites, reviewing terms and conditions to ensure they align with consumer guarantee laws. As websites are in the public domain, regulators like the ACCC can scrutinize them at any time. Don’t let your business become a target for penalties or enforcement action—here’s what you need to know. What the ACCC Found in its Website Review The ACCC recently conducted a review of business websites and identified common issues that ...

Subscriptions can be a convenient business model—until they cross the line into misleading and deceptive conduct. When a customer thinks they’re buying a single item but ends up locked into unwanted charges, your business could face serious legal risks. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) recently took action against The Bradford Exchange Ltd, highlighting the dangers of so-called 'subscription traps.' Here’s what businesses need to know to s...

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