6ix — Disputes & Chargebacks
This page explains how 6ix handles payment disputes and chargebacks for cards, banks, in-app stores, coins, and wallets. It covers timelines, evidence, outcomes, prevention, and how this interacts with Refunds & Cancellations and Billing & Subscriptions. We aim to resolve issues fairly while protecting creators and the community from fraud.
Last updated: 2025-10-28
1) Overview
What is a dispute?
A dispute occurs when a payer questions a charge through their bank, card network, or app store. Banks may temporarily reverse funds while they investigate. We collect evidence and, when appropriate, contest the dispute (called representment).
Talk to us first
Many issues are solved faster through our refund path. Filing a chargeback on a valid, consumed, or non-refundable digital service can lead to account limits. If you believe a charge is unauthorized, email security@6ixapp.com immediately.
2) Types of disputes
Retrieval/Information requests
What it means
The bank asks for more information before opening a formal chargeback. We provide basic details (date, amount, descriptor, plan, IP/country signals) and may ask you for context.
What you should do
- Confirm whether you recognize the charge and account.
- Tell us about any shared/family devices or authorized sub-users.
Chargebacks (cards/banks)
Common reason codes
- Fraud/No cardholder authorization
- Product not received / Service not rendered
- Not as described / Defective
- Duplicate / Recurring canceled
Funds movement
When a chargeback posts, the amount (plus a network fee) may be debited from us and placed on hold by the bank. If we win, it is re-credited. If we lose, the debit becomes final.
In-app store disputes
Purchases made through an app store (e.g., iOS/Android billing) are governed by the store’s dispute and refund policies. For those transactions, you must follow the store’s process; we’ll assist where the store allows.
Coins/wallet reversals
Coins
Coins are prepaid credits. If the top-up payment is disputed and lost, we may claw back remaining coins from the disputed top-up. Coins consumed on delivered/used services are typically non-refundable (see Refunds — Digital goods).
Wallets
For partner/custodial wallets, reversals follow the wallet provider’s rails. We may lock use of a wallet that is under investigation for fraud or sanctions issues (see KYC/AML).
3) Dispute lifecycle & timelines
Notice & temporary actions
What you’ll receive
- Dispute amount, reason code, and response deadline.
- Link to upload evidence in Settings → Billing → Disputes.
Temporary actions
- We may pause premium features for the disputed amount.
- We may remove boosts/placements funded by the disputed payment.
Evidence collection
Deadline matters
Evidence windows are short (often 5–10 business days). Please respond promptly; late submissions are typically rejected by banks.
File formats
Upload clear PDFs, PNG/JPG screenshots, CSV logs where helpful. Keep each file under 10 MB.
Representment & decisions
What we submit
We compile your materials with processor logs (device, IP, geolocation, 3-DS evidence, usage) and submit to the issuing bank. The bank reviews and decides.
Decision window
Banks can take several weeks (sometimes longer) to decide. We’ll email you when a decision posts, and show the status in Billing → Disputes.
Second presentment / arbitration
Some networks allow an additional appeal (arbitration). We pursue this selectively when the evidence is strong and the amount warrants. Arbitration fees may apply and are considered case-by-case.
4) Your “evidence kit”
Identity & authorization
For suspected fraud disputes
- Login events (timestamps, IP, device fingerprint, 3-DS frictionless/pass data where applicable).
- Prior successful purchases on the same account/device.
- Any KYC/verification checks passed.
For “canceled/duplicate” disputes
- Subscription status and renewal history.
- Proof of cancellation timing (if any) vs renewal timestamp.
- Invoice numbers and descriptors visible on the payer’s statement.
Usage & delivery proof
Digital delivery
- Creation/stream/posting logs and feature use after the charge.
- Boosts/placements delivered (impressions, clicks, playback).
- 6IXAI runs or credits consumed.
Physical/merch (if any)
Carrier tracking or pickup confirmation if the purchase involved shipped goods.
Communications & policy links
Communications
Messages with the buyer, support tickets, and resolutions offered. Keep tone professional—banks read these literally.
Policy references
- Link to Refunds & Cancellations.
- Link to Billing & Subscriptions.
- Link to Acceptable Use if abuse is relevant.
Extra items for creators
Earnings context
If the dispute concerns a fan purchase or creator tool, add screenshots of what was delivered (e.g., access granted, content made available) and timestamps.
Custom work
For bespoke content/services, attach the brief or agreement and proof of delivery/acceptance.
5) Outcomes & account impact
If we win the dispute
Funds restored
The bank re-credits the disputed amount. Any temporary feature limits tied to the dispute are lifted.
Next steps
We may still coach on prevention if the case highlighted avoidable confusion or UX issues.
If we lose the dispute
Funds & fees
The bank’s debit becomes final. Where the payment funded coins/boosts that were consumed, we will not re-credit those uses. If coins remain from the disputed top-up, we may claw them back.
Access & features
We may pause premium features or distribution boosts equivalent to the lost value. You can restore access by paying the balance or changing plan (see Billing).
Multiple/abusive disputes
Pattern detection
Repeated disputes, obvious friendly fraud, or chargebacks on consumed services may lead to account limits or termination under Terms.
Creator protection
We may increase verification or require up-front coins for certain purchases that frequently dispute.
Recovering access
If features were paused, settle the outstanding balance or switch to a lower plan in Billing. If your account was limited for fraud, contact security@6ixapp.com.
6) Prevention best practices
Clarity & expectations
Show value clearly
- Use precise titles and descriptions for paid items.
- For subscriptions, show renewal dates and how to cancel.
Receipts & reminders
- Keep email up-to-date to receive invoices and renewal reminders.
- Creators: acknowledge custom requests and mark delivered items as delivered.
Security & family controls
Protect your account
- Enable 2FA; don’t share passwords.
- Lock devices and avoid unsecured networks for purchases.
Household controls
Use device/app store family settings to prevent unintended purchases. If kids use your device, add a PIN requirement for payments.
Use the refund path first
If something isn’t right, request help or a refund via Refunds & Cancellations. Bank disputes should be a last resort after speaking with support.
7) Relationship with other policies
Refunds & Cancellations
Refund eligibility and timelines live here: /legal/refunds. Digital goods that are used/consumed are typically non-refundable.
Billing & Subscriptions
See /legal/billing for payment methods (coins/cards/wallets/in-app), proration, and dunning while a dispute is pending.
KYC / AML & sanctions
We may request identity checks when dispute/fraud risk is elevated or required by law. Details at /legal/kyc-aml.
Privacy & security
We share only required dispute data with processors and banks under strict agreements. See /legal/privacy and /legal/security.
8) FAQ
Will my subscription pause during a dispute?
It can, depending on amount and risk. We try to keep service available during investigation, but premium features may be limited until resolution or payment of the outstanding balance.
Can I dispute a coins purchase?
You can dispute the top-up payment with your bank, but if the dispute is lost we may remove any remaining coins from that top-up and limit features purchased with it.
I didn’t authorize this. What now?
Email security@6ixapp.com immediately. We’ll help secure your account and advise next steps with your bank.
I filed a chargeback but I want to cancel it.
Contact your bank to withdraw it, then let us know so we can restore full access quickly.