Subscription & Recurring Billing Chargebacks: Challenges, Strategies and Industry Insights

 

About Chargeback Gurus 

Chargeback Gurus (CBG) helps merchants manage chargebacks more effectively with AI-driven, data-backed solutions that reduce risk and improve revenue recovery. Our technology-powered chargeback management platform provides real-time insights, predictive analytics, and comprehensive reporting to help merchants stay ahead of evolving chargeback challenges. With deep industry expertise, CBG equips merchants with the technology and insights needed for effective chargeback prevention and recovery. 

 

 

Why CBG Services Work 

CBG’s innovative technology platform and industry expertise are used to put together winning custom dispute packages that are specifically designed for each industry. CBG’s unique blend of proprietary technology, industry expertise, and analytics recover more revenue, streamline processes, and maximize performance. 

Why CBG is the Right Choice

  • CBG operates with integrity, honesty and transparency

  • Award-winning chargeback management technology platform

  • Over a decade of industry expertise

  • Industry leading chargeback revenue recovery rates

  • Industry-specific custom dispute packages

  • Aligned with client’s goals and strategies

  • Leverages AI-driven technologies to deliver better results

  • Seamless integrations

  • Ability to build customized strategies that scale

  • Trusted advisor across a range of industries, including Fortune 500 clients

Recovery Rates*

Subscription and Recurring Billing 


Before Pre-Arb
92%


After Pre-Arb
48%  

*Time frame: January to December, 2024. Canceled Recurring Billing Chargeback % is measured across all industries in which CBG operates.

 

Effective Strategies for Reducing Chargebacks

 

Challenge

The tech and media industry is facing significant challenges in managing chargebacks across digital and physical transactions. Inconsistent transaction data, limited visibility into customer interactions, and frequent technical issues contribute to low chargeback recovery rates. Companies struggle with insufficient evidence to dispute chargebacks, gaps in transaction details such as missing IP addresses and device IDs, and poorly communicated policies, leading to preventable disputes and lost revenue.

Key Industry Challenges:

- Incomplete Transaction Data: Missing crucial details, such as IP addresses and device IDs, weakens dispute responses and reduces recovery chances.
- Technical Issues: Frequent credential login problems and user verification issues diminish the effectiveness of contesting chargebacks, especially for digital services.
- Insufficient Policy Disclosure: Lack of clear, upfront communication regarding policies at the time of payment increases the risk of chargebacks.
- Fraudulent Activity: High levels of payment fraud demand stronger fraud prevention measures and more effective customer verification.
- Ineffective Evidence Management: Inadequate documentation and inefficient processes make it harder to gather and submit evidence on time, leading to lost recovery opportunities.

Approach

The CBG approach focuses on refining data capture, speeding up evidence submission, and improving responses to complex disputes across the tech and media industry. By identifying key deficiencies in transaction details and policy communication, this approach enhances chargeback prevention and recovery efforts.

This approach includes:

- Comprehensive Case Review: Identifying gaps in data capture and dispute processes to streamline chargeback management.
- Optimized Documentation Process: Ensuring timely submission of essential transaction details such as device IDs and IP addresses.
- Effective Dispute Responses: Developing tailored dispute responses to address industry-specific chargebacks, such as subscription cancellations and credential-related issues.

Effective Strategies for Reducing Chargebacks in the Tech & Media Industry

Transparent Communication Practices

  • Clear Terms & Conditions
  • Detailed Billing Statements

Enhanced Customer Support

  • Proactive Support
  • One-Click Cancel

Secure & Efficient Payment Processing

  • Secure Payment Gateways
  • Recurring Payment Management

Thorough Record-Keeping & Dispute Management

  • Maintain Detailed Records
  • Evidence Collection

Preventive Strategies for Chargeback Reduction

  • Repeat Disputer Management
  • Fraud Prevention

Analytics-Driven Insights

  • Real-Time Performance Tracking
  • Data-Backed Decision Making

Solution

CBG’s expertise and technological integrations with top processors and PMS platforms empower hospitality clients to achieve substantial revenue recovery and chargeback reduction. Chargeback Gurus continues to drive meaningful improvements for clients, paving the way for sustained success in the hospitality sector by enhancing the customer journey and providing efficient dispute resolutions.