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Avanquest Software

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Complaints

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    Customer Complaints Summary

    • 47 total complaints in the last 3 years.
    • 16 complaints closed in the last 12 months.

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    • Initial Complaint

      Date:10/11/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I have made 3 purchases from Avanquest and 2 are on the subscription pan. I knew about the recurring charge each year Even thought these purchases were made months apart they renewed them both on the same day. I went to their website to try and cancel any future renewals and their email does not work, comes back undeliverable. I tried to call and keep getting the same message that due to COVID there are no sales people in the office. I am not sure that they even exist anymore. I wand my account cancelled

      Business Response

      Date: 10/19/2022

      Hi there,

      Thank you for your request.

      According to our records, *********** has three active accounts with the Avanquest company:

      UQ****G3 purchased on 6/13/2020
      inPixio Photo Studio 10 Ultimate - 1 Year

      UQ****HQ on 6/13/2020
      inPixio Photo Studio 10 Mac Pro - 1 Year with 5 Licences Mac® - 1 Year

      UQ*****4 on 11/25/2021
      inPixio Photo Maximizer Professional - 1 year

      UQ*****4 on 11/28/2021 (Lifetime package)
       inPixio Photo Studio Ultimate - Lifetime license on up to 5 PCs

      Please find our contact information below

      https://support.inpixio.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

      Live chat support is also available.

      We have cancelled all active subscription for the customer.

      Regards!

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/29/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      On September 8-2022 I spoke over the web to a person who was giving me some information on how to help me to install my Canon printer PIXM TS3420, upc 138***3661 all the time I was under the impression that the service was free., because I had asked at the beginning if it was free and they said yes. They couldn't resolve my problem and informed me that they will charge me $67.30 Ca. I refused to pay but they still charged me the amount on the same day on my credit card. I'm asking for a refund in the amount of $67.30. Thank you for your time in resolving that issue.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/30/2022

      I'm sorry but we don't sell cannon printers here at Avanquest. We sell software only, no hardware. Our software tech support would not be capable of assisting any customer on their printer setup. There must be a mistake and this complaint does not pertain to us.

      Customer Answer

      Date: 10/14/2022

      Hi, I didn't received an invoice, I was charged directly to my credit card on September 8 through PAYPAL *AVASTQUEST for $64.37. Please see attached a copy of my statement showing the charge.
      On the same day I called my bank to let them know that I,m not accepting the charge and I cancelled my card. The person at the bank told me that they cant stop the charge on the same day. They told me to wait and
      to place a claim after it has been charged.
      Best regards
      ****** *********
      ###-###-#### or cell. ###-###-####

      Business Response

      Date: 10/18/2022

      I spoke to ****** and we determined that Avastquest is a different company than us (Avanquest). They sell anti-virus software. I have no record of her purchasing anything from Avanquest. No PayPal record of a transaction. She will be dropping her complaint.

      Thanks.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:09/23/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Date of transaction: 7/18/2022. avqsoftware charged me $9.99 for something I did not order. I do not know why the charge. This charge has been on-going for some time.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/26/2022

      Hi there,

       

      Please be informed that during the initial purchase of Expert PDF Home - 1 Month software on 2/17/2022, customer agreed to the Automatic Renewal Service terms.

       

      https://store.expert-pdf.com/checkout.aspx?sku=AQ_ML_STORE_EXPDF_STEP3_HOME&ref=store.Expert-pdf.com&step=3&ujid=rqxeGz3cGO8%3D&udid=zqClGrAh5OA%3D&upid=8b1EGHKm084%3D&ucid=93W2qkDGGBM%3D&uctid=fKsoHuUTfeQ%3D&cgid=zlNtwTRV0oFpzpY7Gos3pQ8rpdn5pGklGqLxxxshmI4%3D#footer

       

      According to it, the software subscription plan has an automatic renewal service, which means that your account will automatically renew at either a monthly or yearly interval. 

       

      This service is designed to save you time, effort, and risk by extending your subscription automatically before it expires.

       

      Monthly payments are, unfortunately, not refundable on cancellation unless expressly provided by applicable law.

       

      I have canceled your monthly subscription, customer will be be able to use the paid features until the end of the billing cycle.


    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/30/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Resolved
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      Order Number: UQK***3M Original Purchase Date: 2021/08/28 Renewal Date: 2022/08/28 Product Name: inPixio Photo Studio Pro - 1 Year Renewal Price: 39.99 USD I emailed them three times. I attempted to call them. A recording stated that they no longer use phone services due to COVID. A attempted to log into their page using the email address they sent the invoice. They have no record of my email address or order number. I did not order this item. I do not know what it is.

      Business Response

      Date: 09/06/2022

      Hi there,

      refund has been processed already.

      Regards!

      Customer Answer

      Date: 09/07/2022

      Better Business Bureau:

      I have reviewed the response made by the business in reference to complaint ID 17***474, and find that this resolution is satisfactory to me.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:08/13/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      date 8/10.2022 AVG-software charge 29.99 and 39.99 on same date for software I didnot want. and it says reoccuring charge. I would like to get my money back if possible and stop this crap from happening again. I see you have helped someone else with this same issue. Recurring Withdr avq-software.com 188-******** VA Date 08/10/21 080682 5817 ACCOUNT CHECKING ACCT *0***-0071 CATEGORY Uncategorized AMOUNT - $39.98 Next one.... Recurring Withdr avq-software.com 188-******** VA Date 08/10/22 034153 5817 ACCOUNT CHECKING ACCT *0***-0071 CATEGORY Uncategorized AMOUNT - $29.99 Thanks for any help you can do. ******* ****** *********2

      Business Response

      Date: 08/15/2022



      Hi *******,

      Thank you for your email. I would be happy to help.

      According to our records, you have purchased the software called inPixio Photo Studio Pro - 1 Year

      https://www.inpixio.com/photo-studio/


      Please be informed that during the initial purchase of trhis software on 8/10/2021 1:05:54 PM, you agreed to the Electronic Fund Transfer Authorization

      https://store.inpixio.com/Legal.aspx?p1=JLQy4aoyoVM%3D&p3=%2F0x4zndRSo0%3D&p4=DmYSD18sR28%3D

       
      According to it, your subscription plan has an automatic renewal service, which means that your account will automatically renew at  an yearly interval. 
       
      This service is designed to save you time, effort, and risk by extending your subscription automatically before it expires.
      Please note that for the subscriptions purchased through the official website, canceling a subscription does not result in a refund for any previous subscription charges. Right now, you can continue to use the features of your subscription following cancellation until the end of your billing period. You will not be charged again unless you reactivate your subscription.


      As requested by you, I have processed the refund in the amount of 29.99 USD to your Visa*** **** and it should reflect in your bank account in 5-7 business days.

      You will also get a confirmation email regarding this refund within the next 24 hours; please make sure to check your Junk, Bulk, or Spam folders if you do not see this email within this period.

      If your refund has not appeared within 7 business days, please contact us and we will do our best to provide you with additional information on the status of your refund.

      I’m sad to see you go, but I hope that we could work together in the future when our products will be useful for you or your business.

      Regards!

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/07/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      July 7, 2022 AVQ Software charge 43.29 to my account. I need that money back. It was for inpixio and I know I cancelled that subscription last month. It was still showing active though. I know I cancelled it tonight and I want a refund.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/13/2022

      Hi there,

      please find the rfund confirmation attached.

      Regards!

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:07/02/2022

      Type:Billing Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      An ACH debit appeared as a transaction yesterday (07/01/2022) on my checking account record. The descriptor reads," POS PURCHASE avq-software.com 188-******** VA 00000*** ***763." The amount is $29.99. Quick online research showed this is some sort of subscription service with a shaky reputation. Since I was sick in bed yesterday and did nothing using the internet, I concluded this is some sort of scam. I've never heard of this company and certainly did not sign up for any service from them. I'm seeking an immediate refund.

      Business Response

      Date: 07/05/2022

      Hi there,

      Thank you for request. I will be glad to assist you with the billing inquiry.

      According to our records, KarenEvans has an active subscription for inPixio Photo Studio program, initially purchased on Jul 1 2021. As it is a yearly subscription, and the customer was charged on Jul 1 2022 to renew your license and keep the service active.

      Your order ID for this purchase is: UQ*****R 

      Please note that our company sends an automatic email with the price, terms, and related details of the upcoming renewal 30 days before it takes place. Please make sure to check your Junk, Bulk or Spam folders if you did not receive this email. 

      Refund has been already initiated, customer will get the refund confirmation within 24-48 hours.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:06/14/2022

      Type:Billing Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I was charged $95.63 on 6/2 for something that I don’t even know what it is for avq-software. Whatever it is, I would like it cancelled as I do not have the money to pay it right now.

      Business Response

      Date: 06/15/2022

      Thank you for your request.

      According to our records, Paige Boone with the email address ******@aimsllc.org has purchased the computer desktop application called Unlimited Files - Soda PDF Online Pro with the active subscriprion yearly credit cycle.

      I have just issued a refund in the amount of 95.63 USD. 
       
      It will take anywhere between 5-7 business days for the refund to be processed on the credit card.

      The refund confirmation has been also attached.

      Please do not hesitate to contact me should you require further assistance.

    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/29/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I thought I was having some computer problems and did a "search" that hooked me up with Avanquest. The next thing I knew, I was talking on the phone with some "tech support" fellow with Avanquest and he proceeded to begin a series of scans which took control of my computer and I would up being charged for "services" that I don't feel I requested. It took me quite sometime to finally be able to disconnect my computer from whatever he was supposedly trying to do. I requested a refund and for what he was charging me for doing and I followed his company's directions to get that refund. I submitted copies of their forms... as requested, but have heard nothing further from that company. I just want my payment refunded, as I don't feel that Avanquest actually performed any necessary services and nothing changed on my computer except, a lengthy waste of my time. I also want to warn others to beware of this company's tactics. Attached are some scans of the forms I was advised to fill out and send in, which I did. Thank you. ***** J *****

      Business Response

      Date: 06/01/2022

      Hi there,

      Thank you for your request.

      I have just issued customer a refund in the amount of 38.79 USD.


      He will also get a confirmation email regarding this refund within the next 24 hours.

      It will take anywhere between 1-2 business days for the refund to be processed on his Paypal account

      Regards!


    • Initial Complaint

      Date:05/26/2022

      Type:Service or Repair Issues
      Status:
      Answered
      Resolved:
      The complainant verified the issue was resolved to their satisfaction.
      Unresolved:
      The business responded to the dispute but failed to make a good faith effort to resolve it.
      Answered:
      The business addressed the issues within the complaint, but the consumer either a) did not accept the response, OR b) did not notify BBB as to their satisfaction.
      Unanswered:
      The business failed to respond to the dispute.
      Unpursuable:
      BBB is unable to locate the business.
      I received a non-sufficient funds fee notification from my bank stating that AVQ-SOFTWARE.COM charged me $43.29. Since I did not have sufficient funds in the account because I rarely use this account to purchase things, I was charged a $25.00 overdraft fee. I did not purchase anything from AVQ SOFTWARE and have no idea why my account was charge. I’d like to request a refund for both the $43.29 and $25.00.

      Business Response

      Date: 06/01/2022

      Hi there,

      Thank you for your request.

      According to our records,  Shannon-Lee Hill has purchased the yearly subscription for the inPixio Photo Studio Pro - 1 Year software with the email address [email protected] on 5/13/2021 10:15:05 PM.


      All paid subscriptions to the inPixio software are automatically enrolled in the Auto-Renewal program as described during the initial purchase. Please note that this service keeps the software current with the latest program updates and enhancements. It automatically charges the current renewal subscription fee (plus applicable taxes) to your credit or debit card before your license expires so that the customer does not experience a service disruption.

      Our company sends you an automatic email with price, terms, and related details of the renewal before we charge the customer so that he knows it is coming. I have attached the renewal notifications sent to customer before the renewal date.

       

      Enrollment in Automatic Renewal Service is 100% optional and customer can easily opt-out of Automatic Renewal Service within the shopping cart before purchasing and submitting your order, or you can cancel the service any time during the billing cycle.

      We have refunded the last recurring payment in the amount of 43.29 USD to Visa *** 9742. Customer will also get a confirmation email regarding this refund within the next 24 hours. It will take anywhere between 5-7 business days for the refund to be processed on your credit card.


      Please note that our company  has no control over, and is not responsible for, any fees or charges for the Transaction that a financial institution (such as your bank) or other payment provider, including Service Providers, may impose. We are not responsible for any charges for insufficient funds, chargeback fees, international wire fees, or other, similar charges that any other party might impose on you. We are not responsible for any taxes, duties, levies, withholdings or other liabilities that may be imposed on your Transaction (collectively, "Taxes"), and we are not responsible for any penalty, fine, surcharge, interest, charges or costs relating to such Taxes. 




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