Is "MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36 WA 07/21" fraud?

Written by Piper Hall

June 18th, 2024

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What is "MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36 WA 07/21"?

Microsoft Corporation was founded on April 4, 1975. It is known globally for manufacturing, licensing, supporting, and selling computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Some of its most renowned retail products include the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Microsoft also produces a range of hardware products such as the various models of the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers.'

  • MICROSOFT*: Indicates the merchant name is Microsoft.
  • MICROSOFT: Indicates the service or product purchased is related to Microsoft.
  • 36: Could indicate the type of subscription or product purchased.
  • WA: Could stand for Washington, indicating the location of the transaction.
  • 07/21: Indicates the date of the transaction, which is July 2021.

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    SimplyWise Community Comments

    Harold Anderson

    "Hey, had the same issue! Don't stress, just contact your bank ASAP. They'll sort it out for you. Happened to me too, and got it resolved!"

    Harper Mitchell

    Can anyone explain this MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36 charge on my statement from 02/15/2023? I didn't make a purchase. Worried, need advice.

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