FTC - Federal Trade Commission

09/15/2025 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 09/15/2025 10:06

Chegg, Inc. - In September 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced that Chegg Inc. will be required to pay $7.5 million to settle FTC allegations that the education[...]

Tags:

  • Consumer Protection
  • Bureau of Consumer Protection
  • Education
  • Technology
  • Advertising and Marketing
  • Online Advertising and Marketing
  • Payments and Billing
Last Updated
September 15, 2025
Case Status
Pending
Federal Trade Commission, Plaintiff, v. Chegg, Inc., a corporation,
Defendant.
FTC Matter/File Number
C4782

Case Summary

In September 2025, the Federal Trade Commission announced that Chegg Inc. will be required to pay $7.5 million to settle FTC allegations that the education technology provider made it extremely difficult for consumers to cancel recurring subscriptions while also failing to honor consumers' cancellation requests.

Case Timeline

September 15, 2025
File
Complaint for Permanent Injunction, Monetary Judgment, and Other Relief (5.66 MB)
File
Joint Motion for entry of Stipulated Order for Permanent Injunction, Monetary Judgment, and Other Relief (1.3 MB)
File
Stipulated Order for Permanent Injunction, Monetary Judgment, and Other Relief (1.05 MB)

PRESS RELEASE: Ed Tech Provider Chegg to Pay $7.5 Million to Settle FTC Allegations Concerning Unlawful Cancellation Practices

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