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ID Protection Insurance Selling

I took an online ID Protection Test with my card protection supplier but declined to proceed to take out the cover. I then went on to amend my card details but before confirming the update and safely logging out, the site went down 'unavailable'. Resorted to telephone helpline to confirm website status and my changes. Supplier had no knowledge of their site being down but needed to drawn my attention to me not having ID Protection!! I received a 20 minute, structured and convincing, hard sell for ID Protection, at my expense. It was an unrelenting and adaptable approach. I was left feeling totally unsure and at serious risk of both personal and family ID threat. On a guilt trip that I had not opted for complete protection for myself or each family member. Potentially £100’s a year. Thinking back ..Could the website access have failed just to get me on the phone for the sales pitch...? I can log in again now.

Comments

  • Could it? of course, and they usually do!

    Look at some of he bank accounts that offer this service as standard. Satander do one, its £10 a month but it also has Greef Flag as i recall. If you have a few service which can be canceled s they are included, it can be an overall money saver, plus the peace of mind you are protecte3d are desired.
    Marry a Foreigner, its so much cheaper!
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