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FTC v. Match Group (deceptive ads and billing) consumer protection case

Brought by

Federal Trade Commission

v.

The FTC alleged Match.com used fake love-interest ads to sell subscriptions, misled users about guarantees and locked out users who disputed charges.

The case

Court
US District Court, Northern District of Texas
Docket
3:19-cv-02281
Filed
Sep 25, 2019
Status
Settled
Outcome
Match Group agreed in August 2025 to pay USD 14 million and stop deceptive advertising, cancellation and billing practices.
Amount
$14 million

History

3 dated entries
RulingAug 13, 2025 · 15mo agoORDER FOR PERMANENT INJUNCTION, MONETARY JUDGMENT, AND OTHER RELIEF. (Ordered by Judge Ed Kinkeade on 8/13/2025)Source
SettlementAug 12, 2025 · 15mo agoMatch Group agrees to pay USD 14 millionSource
FilingSep 25, 2019 · 7.1y agoComplaint filed: Federal Trade Commission v. Match Group IncSource
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Federal Trade Commission v. Match Group Inc

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