Warning GoDaddy adds website tonight to your orders!

CureCancer · 09-03-2010, 01:55 PM

Regged a domain and found out that during registration on the bottom of the screen that is hard to read due to the large amount of SPAM , godaddy adds WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site - Monthly option to the checkout page. They add this now to all purchases with out your approval, you have to remove it before checkout - they charge your credit card on the 2nd month... I find this very disturbing that they are squeezing this in with out you selecting it, that way if you dont notice it you get billed on 2nd month!

MicroGuy · 09-03-2010, 02:27 PM

FYI: I registered a couple of domains yesterday and that did not happen to me. This sounds like a bug more than a new practice. If true, it's bad news for Godaddy.

CureCancer · 09-03-2010, 02:41 PM

Originally Posted by MicroGuy

FYI: I registered a couple of domains yesterday and that did not happen to me. This sounds like a bug more than a new practice. If true, it's bad news for Godaddy.

try to register a domain right now and go all the way to checkout - below the domain name you will see the website tool add on
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/warnings-and-alerts/675582-warning-godaddy-adds-website-tonight-your.html

let me know if you see it

i registered another domain today and same thing

MicroGuy · 09-03-2010, 02:48 PM

Originally Posted by ~HOPE~

try to register a domain right now and go all the way to checkout - below the domain name you will see the website tool add on
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582

let me know if you see it

i registered another domain today and same thing

Okay. I'll give it a go now and report.

---------- Post added at 05:48 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:43 PM ----------

Update: I just went through the standard "no thanks" buttons at the bottom of each page. There was nothing added and nothing checked that had to be unchecked during my shopping experience.

***mis_chiff*** · 09-03-2010, 02:53 PM

I just tried it as well, and it wasn't on mine either.

Might be just a bug/glitch, maybe something preset on yours?

CureCancer · 09-03-2010, 02:56 PM

Originally Posted by mis_chiff

I just tried it as well, and it wasn't on mine either.

????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582
Might be just a bug/glitch, maybe something preset on yours?

Not sure what it was, i purchased two domains on seperate days and both included the website tool, maybe a glitch, I had to manually cancel the website tool service....

thanks for the feedback everyone, maybe it does it randomly not sure or just a glitch

cdboard · 09-03-2010, 04:56 PM

check your shopping cart with no domains in it; see if anything is there.

*RevolutionaryDomains* · 09-03-2010, 06:02 PM

Sorry to read of your troubles. Though it has been quite a while ago, periodically we have noticed similar issues over the course of the past couple of years. Typically the problem vanishes as mysteriously as it appeared. As a precaution, we like to ensure we are on an actual GoDaddy page and not an affiliate or sub page from another small seller, as sometimes happens.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582

Take a look at the toolbar to ensure there is not a pre-existing code or additional jargon after godaddy dot com. Sometimes these affiliate pages or sub-seller pages auto-add services to get commissions, funds, etc; from unsuspecting buyers.

At any rate, though there are glitches that can happen, we tried several times but did not see the add-on mentioned in your post. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and update everyone should we experience any suspicious activity or similar findings. We hope you all will do so as well. You may want to alert GoDaddy Support about this issue, especially if it continues to happen. Their number is 480-505-8877 (also found on their homepage in the uppermost right corner of the page.

---> This is a good reminder for us all to inspect our GoDaddy accounts on a regular basis, ensuring all information is correct, any credit cards being saved or stored on file are there because you choose, all paypal accounts match and are up-to-date, and all names you want to renew manually vs. automatically, are set properly according to your choice and are tied to the proper credit card or Paypal account.

Thank you in advance for bringing this issue to light for us all. As another precaution, we recommend clearing all cookies, closing out of windows, fully rebooting and then running your virus checker to ensure your system is clean, clear and free of any malware or spyware.

Sorry for the lenghy post. Happy Domaining to all.

-Regards

cache · 09-03-2010, 10:40 PM

at godaddy, there are so many options, it takes for ever to go through all the pages before you complete the check out.

zoomactive.com · 09-03-2010, 11:22 PM

Cache, that can be a downside of going cheap vs not. Their express checkout does wonders though.

evirtual1 · 09-03-2010, 11:52 PM

yes go express

stub · 09-04-2010, 04:14 AM

I had some problems with Express Checkout too. Doesn't that register/renew for 2 years and doesn't it bypass your Domain Profile?

*RevolutionaryDomains* · 09-04-2010, 11:10 AM

Originally Posted by stub

I had some problems with Express Checkout too. Doesn't that register/renew for 2 years and doesn't it bypass your Domain Profile?

Agreed. Express Checkout will default to two years and bypass the profile. Though before paying any needed changes can still be made. EC can be a good alternative when in a hurry to get regs/renewals done.

stub · 09-04-2010, 03:57 PM

I found them to be about the same length of time. Without Express Checkout, I just click straight onto Step4 and continue from there. No need to make any changes in the checkout.

*RevolutionaryDomains* · 09-04-2010, 09:13 PM

Originally Posted by ~HOPE~

Regged a domain and found out that during registration on the bottom of the screen that is hard to read due to the large amount of SPAM , godaddy adds WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site - Monthly option to the checkout page. They add this now to all purchases with out your approval, you have to remove it before checkout - they charge your credit card on the 2nd month... I find this very disturbing that they are squeezing this in with out you selecting it, that way if you dont notice it you get billed on 2nd month!

UPDATE: While testing a .CA code we noticed the process auto-added the Website Tonight free trial. We noticed it in the 'Review Shopping Cart and Order Summary screen.' We simply chose to remove it.
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582

However, of all the extensions we have tested codes for this weekend, this .CA test is the first time the Website Tonight feature was an auto-add.

At any rate, just wanted to share our findings with the group. It could be a promotion they are offering with .CA names. If it happens with any other extensions we will follow up with our GD Rep at that time.

A good reminder to keep our eyes peeled and always review our Shopping Cart and Order Summary carefully, prior to continuing on to the checkout and payment screen.

-Regards

ganch0 · 09-21-2010, 03:42 AM

Hey
They added to my cart the same thing - WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site - Monthly (recurring).

Can anyone tell me how to cancel it? I looked but could not find.
Thanks a lot!

GoQuickly · 09-28-2010, 01:24 AM

When reviewing your cart, be sure to click on "remove" if you don't want the item.

If in doubt call support.

sdsinc · 09-28-2010, 04:25 AM

Looks like this behavior is triggered by adding certain coupon codes.

GILSAN · 02-28-2011, 12:08 PM

OK guys, I also recieved two bills in the last 2 days to pay for "WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site" In all I had 4 domains that they were billing me. So I just finished calling them and here's what they asked me to do:

- Sign in to your Godaddy account
- Click on "My Account"
- Click on "My Renewals & Updates"
- Click on "Payments & Renewing Items"
- A new window comes up showing a list of your domains on the center column
- Every domain will have on the top line something like: ".COM Bulk Domain Name" (or .NET, .ORG etc Bulk Domain Name)
- Go down your list till you find a domain that has the following written: "Website Tonight Economy" (instead of ".COM Bulk Domain Name") and tick the box on the left
????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582
- Tick the boxes of all the other domains with the "Website Tonight Economy" written on the top line
- Next click on "Cancel Item" (just above the domain list)
- Next on the right column it asks you to confirm if you want to cancel this
- Click on the radio button that, YES you want to cancel
- Hit SAVE CHANGES

Thats it.

In my case the lady who attended me asked me to wait a minute or two just to confirm that the changes had taken place.

She said that a Refund Request had been placed.

Just shows how Sneaky, Unethical and repulsive some firms have become in the internet.

The lady also said that this "WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site" used to be free but now its a paid product. I'm not too happy with that answer.

Hope that helps

jkennedy · 03-01-2011, 03:56 PM

Just saw this thread... same thing happened to me on last domain I ordered.

*RevolutionaryDomains* · 03-01-2011, 05:32 PM

Thanks GILSAN! for taking the time to map out the removal process for those who have been affected. Rep Added.

-Regards

09-03-2010, 01:55 PM	THREAD STARTER #1 (permalink)
CureCancer Senior Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 4,222	Warning GoDaddy adds website tonight to your orders! Regged a domain and found out that during registration on the bottom of the screen that is hard to read due to the large amount of SPAM , godaddy adds WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site - Monthly option to the checkout page. They add this now to all purchases with out your approval, you have to remove it before checkout - they charge your credit card on the 2nd month... I find this very disturbing that they are squeezing this in with out you selecting it, that way if you dont notice it you get billed on 2nd month! __________________ End User Domain Name Appraisal - How to find End Users - How to Email End Users Domaining Blog - Domain Name Landing Page Templates - Domain Name Appraisal Domaining Tools - How to sell Domain Names - How to buy Domain Names

09-03-2010, 02:27 PM	#2 (permalink)
MicroGuy Miembro Especial Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: The Fourth Density Posts: 6,831	FYI: I registered a couple of domains yesterday and that did not happen to me. This sounds like a bug more than a new practice. If true, it's bad news for Godaddy. __________________ ...... Astral Projectors Do It In A Vortex!

09-03-2010, 06:02 PM	#8 (permalink)
RevolutionaryDomains Never a Dull Moment Join Date: May 2009 Location: Supdu.com Posts: 1,351	Sorry to read of your troubles. Though it has been quite a while ago, periodically we have noticed similar issues over the course of the past couple of years. Typically the problem vanishes as mysteriously as it appeared. As a precaution, we like to ensure we are on an actual GoDaddy page and not an affiliate or sub page from another small seller, as sometimes happens. ????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582 Take a look at the toolbar to ensure there is not a pre-existing code or additional jargon after godaddy dot com. Sometimes these affiliate pages or sub-seller pages auto-add services to get commissions, funds, etc; from unsuspecting buyers. At any rate, though there are glitches that can happen, we tried several times but did not see the add-on mentioned in your post. However, we will continue to monitor the situation and update everyone should we experience any suspicious activity or similar findings. We hope you all will do so as well. You may want to alert GoDaddy Support about this issue, especially if it continues to happen. Their number is 480-505-8877 (also found on their homepage in the uppermost right corner of the page. ---> This is a good reminder for us all to inspect our GoDaddy accounts on a regular basis, ensuring all information is correct, any credit cards being saved or stored on file are there because you choose, all paypal accounts match and are up-to-date, and all names you want to renew manually vs. automatically, are set properly according to your choice and are tied to the proper credit card or Paypal account. Thank you in advance for bringing this issue to light for us all. As another precaution, we recommend clearing all cookies, closing out of windows, fully rebooting and then running your virus checker to ensure your system is clean, clear and free of any malware or spyware. Sorry for the lenghy post. Happy Domaining to all. -Regards Last edited by RevolutionaryDomains; 09-04-2010 at 11:12 AM. Reason: reword info

09-03-2010, 10:40 PM	#9 (permalink)
cache Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Goblin Wars Zone & California Posts: 4,471	at godaddy, there are so many options, it takes for ever to go through all the pages before you complete the check out. __________________ LaFrance Hods Raids Trik OXSI GoblinWars IQx yPortal Idel enlo Kitu Hytu Albums eMontage Cereal Tarf MDTalks Toch TV vald hosy iBoar Glem wolk corg ypen DiTV

09-03-2010, 11:22 PM	#10 (permalink)
zoomactive.com NamePros Regular Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Chandler, Arizona Posts: 302 Follow @zoomactive	Cache, that can be a downside of going cheap vs not. Their express checkout does wonders though. __________________ ██ Zoom Active \| home of personalized service ██ Hosting since 2008 \| Voted top 100 start up of 2010

09-03-2010, 02:53 PM	#5 (permalink)
*mis_chiff* goof free! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 9,362 Follow @mis_chiff	I just tried it as well, and it wasn't on mine either. Might be just a bug/glitch, maybe something preset on yours?

09-03-2010, 04:56 PM	#7 (permalink)
cdboard NamePros Regular Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 651	check your shopping cart with no domains in it; see if anything is there.

09-03-2010, 11:52 PM	#11 (permalink)
evirtual1 NamePros Expert Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Rod.Tv Posts: 7,368	yes go express __________________ Start your business with.... AllDogWalking.Com Business Information School Study Guide Blonde

09-04-2010, 04:14 AM	#12 (permalink)
stub NamePros Expert Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 7,313	I had some problems with Express Checkout too. Doesn't that register/renew for 2 years and doesn't it bypass your Domain Profile? __________________ COMDots - DNDots - StubDomains - WebmasterUnlimited - DNSPortfolio

09-04-2010, 03:57 PM	#14 (permalink)
stub NamePros Expert Join Date: Jan 2006 Posts: 7,313	I found them to be about the same length of time. Without Express Checkout, I just click straight onto Step4 and continue from there. No need to make any changes in the checkout. __________________ COMDots - DNDots - StubDomains - WebmasterUnlimited - DNSPortfolio

09-21-2010, 03:42 AM	#16 (permalink)
ganch0 First Time Poster! Join Date: Sep 2010 Posts: 1	Hey They added to my cart the same thing - WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site - Monthly (recurring). Can anyone tell me how to cancel it? I looked but could not find. Thanks a lot!

09-28-2010, 01:24 AM	#17 (permalink)
GoQuickly NamePros Regular Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Arizona Posts: 302	When reviewing your cart, be sure to click on "remove" if you don't want the item. If in doubt call support. __________________ Trial web hosting >> Free 7 days of Hosting << Cheap hosting renewals! Auto Title Loans Phoenix - Ohio Masonry - Custom Choppers

09-28-2010, 04:25 AM	#18 (permalink)
sdsinc Domains my Dominion Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Web 1.0 Posts: 9,960	Looks like this behavior is triggered by adding certain coupon codes. __________________ NameNewsletter.com - free lists of available domain names ZoneFiles.net (beta) - ccTLD and gTLD droplists

02-28-2011, 12:08 PM	#19 (permalink)
GILSAN Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Madeira Island-Portugal Posts: 2,445	OK guys, I also recieved two bills in the last 2 days to pay for "WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site" In all I had 4 domains that they were billing me. So I just finished calling them and here's what they asked me to do: - Sign in to your Godaddy account - Click on "My Account" - Click on "My Renewals & Updates" - Click on "Payments & Renewing Items" - A new window comes up showing a list of your domains on the center column - Every domain will have on the top line something like: ".COM Bulk Domain Name" (or .NET, .ORG etc Bulk Domain Name) - Go down your list till you find a domain that has the following written: "Website Tonight Economy" (instead of ".COM Bulk Domain Name") and tick the box on the left ????: NamePros.com http://www.namepros.com/showthread.php?t=675582 - Tick the boxes of all the other domains with the "Website Tonight Economy" written on the top line - Next click on "Cancel Item" (just above the domain list) - Next on the right column it asks you to confirm if you want to cancel this - Click on the radio button that, YES you want to cancel - Hit SAVE CHANGES Thats it. In my case the lady who attended me asked me to wait a minute or two just to confirm that the changes had taken place. She said that a Refund Request had been placed. Just shows how Sneaky, Unethical and repulsive some firms have become in the internet. The lady also said that this "WebSite Tonight Economy - 5 Page Web Site" used to be free but now its a paid product. I'm not too happy with that answer. Hope that helps __________________ Best Dehumidifiers \| Cristiano Ronaldo \| Cape Verde Holidays Madeira Embroidery - Discount Cruises - Pet Care

03-01-2011, 03:56 PM	#20 (permalink)
jkennedy Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: M-Town Posts: 1,115 Follow @midsouthwebdev	Just saw this thread... same thing happened to me on last domain I ordered. __________________ ...Pimpin down the street in my electro-elastic shoes... 1SickMind.com - Musician-Spot.com I need work. If you need a site design, logo, script install, anything. Please let me know.

Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 members and 1 guests)

03-01-2011, 05:32 PM	#21 (permalink)
RevolutionaryDomains Never a Dull Moment Join Date: May 2009 Location: Supdu.com Posts: 1,351	Thanks GILSAN! for taking the time to map out the removal process for those who have been affected. Rep Added. -Regards