Resumen del cargo
This is a legitimate charge from Linode.
What is the Linode charge?
A charge from 'LINODE' on your bank statement is a legitimate payment for cloud computing services, often virtual private servers (VPS) or cloud hosting infrastructure.
Linode was acquired by Akamai Technologies in 2022, so some charges may also appear as 'Akamai Technologies' or similar variations.
Subscriptions and Access
Linode operates on an automatic monthly billing cycle for active servers, databases, or storage used by developers and businesses.
If you are not a developer, consider whether a business partner, employee, or family member who builds websites may have used your payment information.
- Step 1 Search your email inbox (including spam) for receipts from 'Linode' or 'Akamai' to find the account details.
- Step 2 If authorized, log in to the Linode Cloud Manager to review active services and cancel any infrastructure you no longer need.
What should I do if the charge is completely unauthorized?
Contact your bank immediately to dispute the charge, as your card information may have been compromised and used to set up hosting services.
Dispute Rights & Fraud Prevention
If you suspect this charge is fraudulent or billing in error, you have strict federal rights protecting your account.
Always review your statement carefully and take action within 60 days.
What should I do if I don't recognize this charge?
First, check with family members or anyone authorized on your account. If the charge remains unrecognized, contact your bank immediately to report it. Under the Fair Credit Billing Act (FCBA), you have 60 days from the statement date to dispute unauthorized credit card charges.
How long does it take for a disputed charge to be removed?
Once you file a dispute, your bank must acknowledge it within 30 days and resolve it within two billing cycles (not exceeding 90 days). During this time, the disputed amount is usually placed on a provisional hold, meaning you do not have to pay it.
Referencia independiente no afiliada con Linode. Las descripciones varían según el banco.
Fuentes verificadas
- CFPB: Disputing Credit Card Charges https://www.consumerfinance.gov
- FTC: Fair Credit Billing Act https://consumer.ftc.gov