The $10 Chargeback That Cost $43.95: A SaaS Nightmare

2025-09-15
The $10 Chargeback That Cost $43.95: A SaaS Nightmare

A SaaS company shares its frustrating experience with chargebacks. Despite proactive measures like pre-subscription notifications and easy cancellation options, customers still initiate disputes. The problem isn't just the lost revenue; even winning a dispute incurs fees, making small chargebacks disproportionately costly. The author details a $10 charge that resulted in a $43.95 loss, highlighting the unfairness of the system where banks often side with cardholders regardless of evidence. The company's efforts to fight disputes are questioned due to the lack of responsiveness and effectiveness from both banks and payment processors.