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Norton offers online protection for your computer, tablet or smartphone. Choose from a variety of plans starting at just $39.99 for the first year. Select new plans offer LifeLock Identity Theft Protection and enhanced security for all your devices to give you the peace of mind that your personal data is kept secure.

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    Reviewed Sept. 30, 2011

    I bought Norton 360 on 3/12/2011 and filled out a rebate form online for $20.00. But as of this date, I have not received the rebate. Now, you want me to renew my subscription which is due for renewal on 3/12/2012? I would like my rebate before I decide to renew my subscription. Thank you.

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    Reviewed Sept. 14, 2011

    They hide their phone number and keep you on hold excessively, hoping you hang up. I was very upset that I had made a purchase and followed up to make sure there was no auto-renewal, which I was told there wouldn't be. I don't know why I was billed again this year. I don't even have them on my computer because the protection was awful. I had a friend, who removed 4 viruses from my computer, since the program didn't work. I spoke with a manager named Amrin, who was not helpful and would not even give me her employee id number. It's very sad that this company is still open.

    I was told that since I have the same email, I should be aware of the service, so there is no refund. I was told that I will no longer be charged. How it is my fault? Do yourself a favor and never use Norton. Spread the word. There are free anti-viruses that you can use that work a lot better.

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    Installation & Setup

    Reviewed Sept. 13, 2011

    I have renewed my subscription. But I keep getting pop-ups asking me to activate to get full service. I do not know the activation number. I have spent much time on a merry-go-round of sites trying to find someone to deal with my problem. Now please, deal with it or refund my money. I am 83 and don't need this hassle. I prefer to enjoy my remaining years.

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    Reviewed Aug. 30, 2011

    I bought a Norton Antivirus from Office Depot for $60 with a $30 rebate. I submitted all of the required documents including the original UPC label and waited. This was submitted July 19 and today is August 30, so they were given ample time to fulfill the request. After just checking my rebate status, it says "invalid - missing UPC label". Then I was asked to submit the original. I thought, "Oh boy, they have me going in circles" and tried to find a phone number to contact support, but did not find on to reach a live person. So I chatted with an agent by the name of Velis where he asked me if I had a copy of the UPC label. I told him I did not and he said he would go ahead and process this order anyway. The new wait time to actually receive the card is 4-6 weeks. Let's hope it actually comes in the mail.

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    Reviewed Aug. 23, 2011

    A symantec stub appeared, uninvited, on my monitor and list of programs. Like the virus it is, it has lodged itself more deeply on my computer than I know how to access. I have deleted it many times, in several ways, but it keeps reappearing, keeps reopening the screen to buy their product. I would NEVER use Norton; I only want to get rid of their invasive software.

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    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2011

    I bought a new Norton 360 after mine expired. When I uninstall Norton, it removes hardware from my disk drive. So then, I can't install a new one or play a DVD/CD. The driver does not show up on my computer anymore. I reinstalled the old Norton and the driver is back. Norton wants me to pay them 40.00 to get on my computer and fix it.

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    Reviewed July 13, 2011

    A refund of a 2011 subscription, after automatic renewal, was never received after cancellation of the 360 product. I called a few days after my bank account was drafted and was told it would take 3-4 business days to process. After reviewing my account this week, this had not taken place. I called Symantec and their customer service representative kept me on the phone at lengths, even though I was able to provide proof of phone call, e-mail, and bank charge. One hour later, she tells me her case manager will only repeat what she said, "Symantec cannot refund the amount because it has now been over 60 days, regardless of e-mails, phone calls made one week after bank charge". I canceled my subscription to their internet security product yesterday and the customer service representative tells me my bank will be refunded in 2-3 business days; and she did not give me a confirmation number. She asked for my credit card number in order for it to be processed.

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    Reviewed June 26, 2011

    I went to renew my subscription. They charged my credit card for $204.77 but would not download antivirus software. I did not get what I paid for and had to buy MacAfee software for my computer.

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    Reviewed June 20, 2011

    I received an email recently with regards to renewing the Norton Antivirus. I no longer have Norton and had switched to McAfee; I deleted the program off of my computer March of 2010 due to the program not working with my service provider. Anyhow, the email had my credit card information and I contacted them and they stated I was on a recurring yearly charge which prompted me to inquire if they had charged me last year, they did. When I asked why I wasn't notified they stated they sent an email. I never received such an email and I don't believe a non response is an admission of acceptance.

    I further spoke with Steve Nutter who said he could not do anything about this because I may have been using the program, which I responded if I was using the program their IT department could see if their computer was seen communicating with my computer. Mr. Steve then stated that they could but it would be too much work. I stated that I had looked up similar situations with their company online and he stated every company has lawsuits against them. He then proceeded to hang up.

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    Reviewed June 13, 2011

    I sent in two (2) rebates both for $20. I only received one (1) rebate card and was told I was missing the proof of purchase for rebate number two. I sent both rebates in the envelope. There is only one (1) proof of purchase on the box, so how can I get both rebates as advertised?

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    Reviewed May 14, 2011

    I never received both the $20 and $30 rebates that they promised. Online, it showed that I used the $20 rebate, but not the $30 one. The online customer support argued that all was spent even though it clearly showed only the $20 was spent. They ripped me off $30. I will never trust Symantec again. This caused me stress and financial loss.

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    Reviewed May 12, 2011

    I submitted my $50 rebate on 2/22/11. I received an e-mail confirmation that they received it on 3/2/11. It said should be between 6-8 weeks. I gave them 10 weeks before checking. I then see the status online is invalid. I chat with Tatiana and she tells me that they never received the UPC label (**). I always make a copy of everything that I send to them! Live and learn. She just said that because they value my business (cough, cough) if I would give her the UPC numbers, she will send me a card out in 4-6 weeks. What is next? I had the same problem with Sprint a few years ago. I sent everything in, they didn't receive it. I called and they said to fax it in, they didn't receive that either. Could it be the same fulfillment company?

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    Reviewed Jan. 25, 2011

    I submitted a rebate for Norton Anti-virus, after a lengthy time I received two Visa Prepaid cards ($20 each) for my rebate. I tried to use these a couple of times in the store including Fry's where I made the purchase that earned me the rebates and was not able to get them to work. Since they did not expire until March 2011, I set them aside until January 2011 and tried them again. Again they didn't work so I went online to check my balance but I found out the balance was down to $8 because I had been charged a $3 maintenance fee the past four months. This was not made anywhere near obvious in the paperwork provided with the cards. It's in the fine print of the terms and conditions. This form of rebate is yet another part of the bait-and-switch marketing scheme.

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    Reviewed Dec. 30, 2010

    I went on the internet to purchase the Norton Anti-virus in April 2010. I paid by debit card $39.99 X 2 (PJ ** & FA **), but we never received the goods. We have been trying to get refund since April. We have rang on numerous occasions and have been promised each time a cheque will be issued within 4-6 weeks.

    Up until today's date, we still have not received the refund. We have spent around 50-60 minutes a time trying to get through to the company and keep getting put on hold or told not to worry and that the cheque is on its way.

    I have today rang again and spoke to Harish **, and he kept telling me I need to follow procedure and that someone will contact me within 24-48 hours. I was promised a call back today by 3:30, and still no one called me. I told Harish that I wanted to escalate this, and he said this is the only way to escalate complaint and that he could not give me the complaint escalation process.

    Eventually, Harish agreed to transfer me to the Complaints Department. I held on the phone for 1 hour and 7 minutes with no success. I am absolutely appalled at the lack of customer service and the distress this has caused us. We are pensioners and can ill afford to lose this money and the cost of keeping to call this company. Please, can you deal with my daughter regarding this matter now, as it has caused us so much distress. Her name is Sharon ** on **.

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    Reviewed Dec. 20, 2010

    The company offered two rebates at $30 each. I followed the instructions exactly and both rebates were denied. They charged my credit card for automatic renewal and refused to answer the phone when I called to ask to have credit applied since I bought another one of their products. I am dealing with credit card company and rebate refusal.

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    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2010

    I kept getting Norton's popups stating that I needed to renew my security with them. I started this morning with them at 7:30 am and was on the computer trying to get renewed after they took my money and all I got was do this, do that and on and on.

    It was so confusing and horrible. When I check my status for security with them, they tell me I have to renew, I am not protected. But they have my money.

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    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2010

    For 5 years, I have been charged for a Norton Antivirus program that I have never had. I have changed my credit card number twice and they still found a way to charge me! Probably in 2006, she and I don't remember exactly, I used my credit card to renew a friend's Norton Antivirus program for one year. Then in 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010, a Symantec or Norton Annual Renewal has mysteriously appeared on my credit card statements each October. In the past, when I've called, they could not find my profile under my email address so they said they could not disable the automatic renewal. At one point, they gave me an email of a man in India who could help me. I never heard from him.

    Finally, after a long phone call with a man in the Philippines this year, I learned that they are charging me for my friend's email address and she has not had that email address or that computer for many years. In 2008 and again in 2010, I contacted my bank to reverse charges and changed my credit card account but Symantec has continued the unauthorized annual charges for services that don't exist. Why is this company still in business? They're collecting money that is not theirs for services they are not giving and they seem to have illegal access to many people's private information.

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    Reviewed Nov. 9, 2010

    I purchased a Norton Internet Security 6037598, Rbt 2010-3 user. Symantec PC CD-Rom 20043727, UPC: 037648852418, Invoice #13870822, dated 08/22/2010. I was asked to fill-in and mail all invoices etc. to the Rebate Center within 30 days and I did. The rebate amounts were $20 & $25. I received $20 and I'm still awaiting for the balance $ 25.

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    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2010

    I had a message come on my computer screen that said I had a virus and I needed to run a scan for AntiVirus 2010. There was a symbol that looked like Microsoft next to the Antivirus 2010. I could do nothing with my computer. A screen with the Antivirus 2010 kept coming on. It was running a scan and showing that I had a virus on everything in my computer, all Trojans. Then they wanted me to click on the box "FIX" which took me to another screen to purchase Antivirus 2010. The lowest price was $69.99 on up.

    I did not buy into that. I went to Norton and tried to clear things up with their online instructions and was not able to resolve anything. I then asked for online help. In order for them to remove all the viruses and fix any other problems. I had to pay them $99.99. I paid with my credit card. It took them four (4) hours to resolve my problem.

    However, my computer started having little problems several days later. Each day the problems got worse. My virus removal was only good for 7 days (for $99.99). About day 9, I received a strange e-mail that was from my Facebook account from a man wanting to be my "friend". I'm sure he was a hacker. I have very few friends on Facebook and no one that new him. I am sure he was a hacker.

    Now, I have trouble writing e-mails. The cursor jumps all over which makes the letters move. E-mails are removed before I can open them, etc. I contacted Norton on day eleven (11). They told me that they could try and resolve it if I paid them another $99.99. Remember their contract is only good for seven (7) days. Too bad for me. I refused to pay them as I don't believe the issues with my computer were completely resolved the first time. I told them I would take my computer to someone local and they told me all sorts of bad things would happen to my computer, mainly that it would never work again.

    I told them I would take a chance. I also told them that I would not be renewing my contract with them when it was due. After reading some of the other comments, I am concerned that I won't be able to stop them from taking money from my credit card when it's due. I am going to notify my credit card company and ask them not to allow any payments to Norton. I feel Norton is out to scam you out of your money. They sound good but wait until you need their help. They will be glad to help you for $$!

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    Reviewed Oct. 29, 2010

    I ordered Norton Anti-virus over the internet. I paid them $59.99 through Paypal on 9/07/10. Reference number:**. I have never received the product and they keep popping up on my computer saying that I need to buy it. I can find no phone number to complain to them. I can find nothing online with which to complain to them. I am a retired lady of 70 years old and can't afford to just give them $59.99. What can I do?

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    Reviewed Oct. 22, 2010

    I had $59.99 Norton renewal taken out of my checking account, I called them immediately when I saw it pending in my account got a hassle online because I used the chat to get someone online. Was told it was taken care of and 2 days later it cleared my account no refund. Got on the phone again this time for 2 hours and they gave me the run around telling me they couldn't find my account number.

    Yet they could find it to charge me. 2 hrs later the woman told me she would have to go through all the transactions for October 19, 2010 when my check cleared and try to find mine. No phone call back. I have changed my Debit card last year because the same thing happened, I can't keep changing it. Norton is a rip-off Company, they are downright crooks and they need to be stopped now. I received no E-Mail to the effect that they would be charging me; they somehow get into people's accounts and charge for annual renewals.

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    Reviewed Oct. 15, 2010

    Norton declared my rebate invalid due to receipt not showing the product name. Fry's receipt clearly lists the purchased product. I may have dodged this scam as I haven't even opened the package yet; and can return it. I will make one call to the Customer Service just to get the feel of the "Norton Experience."

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    Reviewed Oct. 8, 2010

    I did the online PC check and with Norton and they said I had 44 threats. I paid them $99.99 to fix this threat and they fixed 45 files, which I believe was the reason why I had a Windows file corrupted. I was advised to reinstall Windows so I need to back up files. The representative did not know how to do it and stated a supervisor would call me back. I gave him time to call back, but was not called up to this time. I am still trying to get assistance with restoring files to my computer.

    I had to back up DVDs and I have spent hours for over a month and probably I will have to pay a technician to get my files back on the computer

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    Reviewed Aug. 31, 2010

    About 4 years ago, I bought a CD from Norton. They saved my credit card number. Now, every year, they charge $60 to update a computer that I don't even have. I tried calling customer service, but I just got put on hold for over an hour every time. I tried e-mail, but I got a response that they were out on sick leave.

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    Reviewed Aug. 24, 2010

    I am out $69.99 plus shipping tax, not including the cost of the drive that I was going to use. I bought Ghost 14 and Vista. Vista had a problem that MS was not able to fix without me reinstalling my OS and programs. Or, I could upgrade to 7 which fixed the problem. My plan was to backup to an external drive. Because of the 7 upgrade, I had to wait to purchase the drive. Today I purchased my drive to find out that the copy I purchased that works with Vista will not work on my machine. Please tell me that is not so. I just cannot buy another program at this time and am not happy. Do you have any suggestions before I have to chunk more money into the trash? It is not right that you do not have an upgrade path for Ghost 14.0!

    Enclosed is a copy of emails to and from: “Thank you for contacting Norton Support. I see that you have upgraded to Windows 7 and want to know what version of Norton Ghost should be used. I understand the concern this issue is causing and I will be happy to help resolve it. Bobby, I will need to let you know that the Norton Ghost 14 is not compatible with Windows 7. This is because Norton Ghost 14 was released few years ago and was designed to work with the Operating Systems of those times.”

    “Windows 7 was however released recently and it has gone through enormous changes and includes various new technologies. Norton Ghost, unlike any other products, works with the Operating System. It is therefore not possible to make an existing version work with an Operating system that has undergone tremendous technological changes. Ghost 15 was exclusively released for supporting Windows 7 and it can also be installed on Vista and XP. If you are within the refund guarantee period of 60 days, you can follow the instruction on the link below, to return the Ghost 14 disk and get a full refund. Note: If any of the links do not open, when clicking on it, please copy and paste the link into the address bar of the browser that you use. You can purchase Ghost 15 from our website or at any retail store.”

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    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2010

    I purchased A Norton Antivirus and Norton Utilities for a huge price but it had a huge rebate. I filled out, cut out, checked and double check to make sure I had everything that the wanted, and my first born child, mailed in a timely fashion, only to be told I did not have all the things that they asked for and that the store I purchased it at was not a valid place to purchase it.

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    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2010

    Like others have listed, I purchased a Norton product online last year and to my surprise this year, without my authorization, I am being charged a renewal fee of $72. The funny thing is my credit card number changed in between my first charge and this charge. I will never buy a Norton product again and I will spread the word on Facebook (everyone should be doing this) to hundreds of other people, letting them know that Norton is a corrupt company. I talked to the bank and they said I can refute the payment and get a refund from the bank.

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    Reviewed July 27, 2010

    I just want everyone to know how fraudulent the rebate center is over at Symantec's Norton Antivirus 2010 Security. I followed all time lines and directions, copied each item before mailing in for my $30 rebate. I waited and waited; then I called and was on hold for over an hour to speak to customer (non) service. They informed me of their "generic" missing UPC code. I told them I would resubmit it. Then they said they found it, but my registered receipt from Office Depot didn’t spell out the product.

    I told them I also made a copy of the receipt and had it in my hand and read the exact item in question back to him. My receipt is printed Norton Internet SE. The representative then said, “Oh, sorry, the SE must be a special edition and we cannot honor that. I waited another hour on hold for a manager who said he can’t do anything, but email the corporate office. He told me he would call me back in 2 hours. It has been 24 hours and I am still getting no results. Do not buy this product expecting to get a rebate. I will never buy from Norton again. Don’t be taken!

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    Reviewed July 27, 2010

    My computer began to fail slowly. We got a new anti-virus because my computer claimed there was no protection. No improvement in performance, in fact, it only lost more abilities. Finally, I contacted a computer repair company. We shared that we attempted to remove the Norton program without any success. After the scanning he performed,I was advised the only cause to my computer breakdown was the Norton program. It became a virus refusing to allow a new program. The IT claimed that only he could remove the program because he had the necessary tool. Thus, as a consumer I had to pay for a service when I should have been able to remove the Norton program from my computer.

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    Reviewed July 17, 2010

    On July 7th 2008, I made a purchase for a two-year agreement for Norton 360 2.0. The total amount of $69.98 was deducted from my debit card online.

    Again, on June 4th 2009, they deducted, without my consent, another amount of $69.99. This was less than one year later. After this incident, I decided to email them asking about the second year. They claimed that it had already been two years. This was when I decided to delete their program since I was having nothing but problems with it to begin with.

    On July 16th 2010, I received another notice/email stating that my Norton 360 was about to expire and that it is time to renew it. I'm not sure what the deal is with this company but someone needs to get to the bottom of this. Since their program didn't work so well and the fact that I had to drop the program, my computer was and probably still is full of crap that they couldn't catch. I also lost half or all of my money that I put into the programs that I had purchased from them.

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    Reviewed June 18, 2010

    Rebate was rejected due to no previous proof of ownership. Looks like multiple complaints about it. Happens every year, so I know what to do to get my $50. Resolved by directly calling customer service. Don't waste time with remailing information or chat. Unfortunately I like the SW.

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    Reviewed May 29, 2010

    I paid $39.99 to download Norton Anti-virus. The program would not download and I contacted customer service for Symantec. I was routed overseas and a man named Mohammed stated he could download the program from his end (he had access into my computer to do so). 2 hours later, this man still could not download the software and each time I asked him what the problem was, he could not answer me and was totally confused. He then told me he could not do the download property and I needed to contact my computer's host server.

    My computer, after this so-called rep finished with it, suddenly went completely down. Nothing I did worked and because I do much of my business on computer, I was completely in a bind. I then contacted a computer tech who came over to my office and after 20 minutes, stated that this rep had ruined my software by doing several things during that 2 hours he had access. The tech then had to take my computer and it took 3 days to fix what that rep did to my software. My cost for the repairs, etc. was over $375.00. I also contacted my bank, Wells Fargo, and after investigating, they credited back my debit card the $39.99 because Symantec never responded to the bank.

    I then attempted to call Symantec in California at various phone numbers. All the phone numbers were no longer in service. I am outraged that a company of this magnitude can employ the most incompetent people to handle their transactions with customers. This man ruined my software, disrupted my business for several days, never called me back to check on the status or to even apologize for all the problems. I feel that the very least Symantec can do is reimburse me for the money I paid to the computer tech. I even have a receipt of payment that I can submit. My business was down for 3 days and I had to pay a tech over $375.00.

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    Reviewed April 19, 2010

    Norton antivirus was installed in my computer on Oct. 28, 2009. On March 25, 2010, the live update stopped working and could not retrieve definition files to protect my computer from a virus. I called and spoke to 7 techs, 4 supervisors and 9 engineers, to have them remotely go on my computer to find the problem for 3 weeks. As of April 17, 2010, every person from Norton failed to find a fix for their product. I was told the issue was sent to the research dept on April 4, 2010. I called every day to check on the status, I was told it is being looked into.

    When I contacted Norton on April 14, 2010, I was told the case has been closed. I was shocked that the case was closed, it was supposed to be open and being looked at for this problem. They said many times, they would call me back, but they never did. On April 18, I had to bring my computer to a repair person to fix the problem Norton could not find. It did have a threat of a virus, since my Norton was exposed to hackers and Norton could not find the problem. It cost me money to do this.

    I think Norton should reimburse me for the subscription fee I paid for their product to work for a year, but failed in 5 months, and the cost of me having to bring my computer to an engineer who knew what he was doing, which was $110.00. Bottom line is that 18 people from Norton could not find why their product kept failing. Amazing. So how good are Norton techs, supervisors and engineers? You tell me. I had to have a re-install of my Windows 7 software and have someone charge me for this and to take out the threat that Norton could not fix in a matter of 3 weeks.

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    Reviewed April 13, 2010

    I purchased Norton Internet Security on Nov. 1, 2009 from Fry's Electronics. There was a $25 competitive upgrade rebate and $45 product rebate. The $25 rebate I received. For the $45 rebate, I was told that I was missing information which is odd since I needed to submit less information for the $45 rebate than for the $25 rebate I received. Norton refused to honor my $45 rebate. I contacted Symantec on February 10 and received instructions from Leo to mail in a copy of my receipt, name and tracking # to their rebate center. I mailed everything in, clearly labeled mid February. After no change, I reached out to them again on March 3 and again, received the same set of instructions.

    I mailed everything in a 3rd time on March 10th. After no response/change again, I contacted Symantec on April 11 only to receive the following message back: "Unfortunately, we are unable to honor your rebate request because this particular rebate promotion is closed. We are very sorry for any inconvenience". I contacted them via web chat on April 13th and could not get any reason as to why. While chatting with Robert, I asked him what it meant by 'closed' and what was wrong. All he would say is that, "there is no other update we may do to your record in order to assist you. The rebate will remain invalid". This is an unethical business practice not to honor this rebate. They induce people to buy and then refuse to follow through on their end with the rebate. Now, I'm out $45 that I am legitimately owed.

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    Reviewed April 2, 2010

    On 4/1/2010, my husband was using Internet explorer. While using it a Trojan horse/ virus was allowed to invade my computer. I have used Norton Internet Security 2010 since day one on my computer and this particular virus was allowed by Norton to destroy important files contained in Windows thus rendering it useless. I spent the better part of six hours on the phone with the manufacturer of my computer (Alienware). Although my warranty is expired, they assisted me nonetheless (thank goodness). My entire system had to be wiped out and reinstalled losing all the photos and personal items my system once contained.

    I paid cold hard cash for the protection Norton claims they can provide.

    That was money wasted. I would not recommend this product to anyone that cares about their investment in the electronic devices they have purchased. Consumers beware. They will sell you this product and with it a false sense of security that your machine is protected! As a result of this incident, I wasted at least six hours of my life on the phone trying to repair my machine. Luckily, Alienware has excellent customer service or I would still be sitting here beside myself as to what to do. Today (4/2/2010), I am still installing updates that are necessary for my operating system, diligently trying to restore my computer to its former glory.

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    Reviewed March 15, 2010

    On 3/14/10 at approximately 4:30 pm while on Internet Explorer, Norton 360 software allowed a low level threat to change two files on my computer without notifying me. This file was done by a file named kgsi.exe which no information can be found on the internet for but that the Norton technician has since identified as malware and would be willing to charge me at least $99.99 to remove what their software allowed to infect my computer. I went through hours with technicians with Norton and in control of my computer and all they say is "we cannot stop viruses from infecting computers, we only supply software to try and prevent them from doing so".

    So their software, identified the threat (which their support website does not identify as a malware or any kind of threat), allowed it to enter, and change items in one of my profiles disabling many of the software from functioning properly (However back door ways can still open the software, sometimes on that profile). All other profiles have not yet been infected. Running a comprehensive scan from another profile on the computer then identifies one virus, does not tell any details on the Virus's name (I am assuming Symantec does this on purpose so you will pay them to fix your computer after it lets a virus through). And it removes the virus (although who knows).

    Symantec then refuses to fix my computer which its software identified as a threat to it (from its security history report, low level threat), but allowed it to alter files on my computer which does not allow files with .exe extensions, i.e. executable files to open the applications. However, if you click on a file such as Word or Excel and such, it will open, plus all other profiles operate normally with no issues (to date). I am thinking that Symantec / Norton 360 may be allowing these types of issues through their software so that they can then come back and charge another $100 to fix your computer after infecting it.

    Why did I buy antivirus software from them if it fails to do what it is supposed to do after it detects the threat, and still allows it to infect my computer? And then they want to charge me an additional $100 for what their software allowed on to my computer to remove from my computer. Somehow I think this is wrong, but maybe I just grew up on the right side of the street.

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    Reviewed March 12, 2010

    I was attempting to download a version of Norton 360 onto my desktop. I had previously used up my trial version on my laptop and purchased the Norton product. The product was available to put on up to three computers. When I went to install it on my desktop, I could not decide exactly how to find the correct way to download the product so I contacted your customer service by chat. The man I talked to on the chat said he would install if for me and so I let him take control of my computer.

    After several attempts, this Norton customer service guy told me I had a very bad Trojan virus on my computer and that I needed to go to Norton's "Virus Removal Experts" to have it removed. He said it was a very dangerous virus and that I should go right away to make sure I didn't infect everyone on the internet. I allowed my credit card to be charged for $139.99 for the "consultation fee" + a PC optimization by the "virus removal expert". My time spent here was about one hour.

    I was then sent over to your "virus removal expert" for them to save my computer and the internet from a horrible virus that the 1st Norton tech told me was on my computer. After spending another 30 minutes or so getting transferred and allowing Norton to charge my credit card for $139.99, I was finally connected to the Virus Removal Expert. After he ran multiple tests on my computer, he then explained to me that there was no virus on my computer and that the problem that the first tech encountered was due to an Incompatibility problem with the Norton software and my previous anti-virus AVG Free. I had now spent about three hours on the computer with your various techs and to say I was annoyed would be an understatement.

    I asked the very nice Virus Removal Expert to assist me in getting a refund because I felt like I had been defrauded by the first customer service rep into allowing the virus removal expert to work on my computer. This nice man escalated my complaint to customer service and told me that they would call within 24-48 hours. Today, I had not received a call so I called to the customer service department of Norton. After 10 minutes on hold, I spoke with Lino who then escalated my call (after another 10 minutes on hold) to Praveen who stated he was the supervisor of customer relations in the Southern Part of India. I stated my complaint to Mr. D who then told me that the "one time consultation fee" was non-refundable and that all he could do was refund my other $40 and to give me another year of Norton.

    I told him that was not a satisfactory resolution of this issue and that I, in fact, felt defrauded by Norton. I would not have had to pay Norton $139.99 if Norton's representative had not told me I had a very dangerous virus. I told Mr. D that I felt the only fair resolution was to refund me the entire $139.99. Mr. D then stated that he did not have the authority to refund any more than what he had offered me. I then told Mr. D that I wanted to speak with someone higher up in Norton to get a possible resolution t the problem.

    At this time, Mr. D informed me that there was not anyone that was higher up in the company that I could speak with and he refused to give me the name of the Vice President of customer relations and he stated he did not know the name of the President of Norton. I told him that I would be writing a letter to the Better Business Bureau and to the President of the company. I did manage to get this particular email address out of him, but I suspect that it is his email address and that nobody else will ever see this. I do intend to contact everyone in Norton that I can find to alert them of the fraud that this company is perpetrating in India. I do know that it is much cheaper to outsource to foreign countries but this entire episode just makes a very good case for using US Citizens as representatives of the company. Needless to say, I will not use Norton in the future and I will not ever be able to recommend a company that perpetuates fraud.

    I would appreciate a response to this email and I would also appreciate the opportunity to speak with someone higher up in the company than Mr. D. I felt that his unwillingness to allow my case to be escalated showed an extremely poor understanding of his job and I would certainly think that additional training in the progression of complaints in the company should be in order. It would also probably be a good idea to inform him who the person is that employs him. I am a very dissatisfied customer.

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    Reviewed March 9, 2010

    Norton slammed me with a $114.99 charge for a renewal fee on SW I stopped using last year. There was no notice, no renewal offer. They just used the card info from 2008 and charged it. I've engaged with their remote support via a chat three times in the last two weeks to first have them reverse the charge before it moved from pending to an actual debit, then to have them refund my account once it moved from pending to an actual charge.

    I've spent 3 to 4 hours so far in chats and tonight after 2 hours in a chat I'm told they can't refund the money to my debit card, that they will have to send me a check and that it will take 4-6 weeks! What's my option? I want to escalate this. I'm not blaming the India support desk. I think Norton is playing a game of catch me if you can,then if you do catch me, I'll hold your money and use it and return it as a last recourse two to three months later. It's taken me 3-4 hours to chase after $115. I've spent my time and lost time with my family because of Norton's business practice of charging based on their records, not securing the buyers approval and then acting like an insurance company and making as difficult as they can to recover the money they own.

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    Reviewed March 5, 2010

    I have been trying to receive a refund for a product for 3 weeks. I still have not received the refund. I went through their process for receiving a refund once. Now they tell me I have to do it again. The amount in question is $69.99. Their hold time is totally unacceptable. Their customer service reps can be rude. This is a totally frustrating company to try and work with and unless you own one of their products, you don't even have a number to call! I suggest that anyone wanting a Symantec/Norton product, buy it retail! Don't even attempt to purchase it online!

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    Reviewed March 5, 2010

    Had Norton Antivirus 2009, it expired so I purchased 201 loaded and activated it about 3 months ago.It did not load properly and I caught a virus. So all this time Norton 2010 was not functioning he said 2009 was still on my computer. Because of all this I caught a virus. All the technical persons were aware of this as they had to remotely fix my computer which they charged me $99.00. The last tech said I still had 2009 on my PC I said how is that it expired. He said not to worry he would upgrade my PC.

    I want a refund. This was a technical issue caused by Norton. If I had had the proper installation of 2010 like it should of been, I would not have had to pay the money. They ripped me off and then tried to bribe me to take a compensation of another year free. I don't want their stupid product. I am done with Norton rip off people. I want my money back and they refuse to give back over a technical issue caused by them. They charged me $99.00 to remove a virus. I demanded my money back. They in turn tried to make an offer of a free 362 day subscription worth $40.00. I refused told them to refund the $40.00 to my credit card. They said no they could not.

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    Reviewed March 2, 2010

    On March 1, 2010, I received my credit card bill that had a $76.46 Norton renewal charge and also listed a telephone number 877-294-5265. I called my credit card company to dispute this charge and asked them how Symantec-Norton had my credit card number since I changed it in January 2009. Their response was that they would dispute the charge and investigate the incident. They assured me that they do not give out credit card numbers unless authorized by the card holder.

    Then, I called the number listed by Symantec-Norton and held for over one hour to speak to a person (V J from India). He apologized for the charge and said that it would be removed from my bill within three business days. He explained that the credit card company had given them my card number because we had done business in the past.

    Again, I called my credit card company. They disputed what V J had said again saying that they did not give out credit card numbers unless authorized by the card holder. They also checked and said that Symantec-Norton had made no inquiries about my account. I am more than a little concerned that a company that is supposed to protect computer security can get a credit card number and make a charge without proper authorization.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2010

    I received an email stating that my Norton was expiring and they would auto charge my credit card on file (which I did not know they had). I do not have Norton any longer and don't have the computer it was on to get serial numbers needed to remove online. I have held over 1:10 twice and cannot get a person. I will call my credit card company on the 7th of March and deny, but I can't believe they just charge without permission or a way to get in touch with them.

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    Reviewed Feb. 21, 2010

    I am having a problem with Norton refund me $139.99 to my credit card. They never fixed the problem in my computer. Their customer service is very poor on helping their customers. Economic damage in result.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2010

    Norton does not honor their rebates! I purchased Symantec Norton 360 at Fry's. They offered two rebates, a $25 upgrade rebate and a $35 product rebate. After carefully following all the steps and making photocopies of all information submitted, I was sent the $25 upgrade rebate but not the $35 product rebate. I called the "help" number listed on the rebate but unfortunately it consisted of a long series of numeric "options", none of which led to either a "real person" or an answer to my concern. I attempted to contact Symantec through their "new chat service" and conversed with "Samuel". Samuel stated that the rebate must have been "misdirected" or "lost in the mail. " When I asked to communicate with his supervisor, Samuel ended the chat session.

    Curiously, losing one of the rebate submissions is the same "problem" I encountered last year. A quick search of the web reveals Symantec rebate submissions are often lost. There seems to be a unfortunate pattern in their rebate fulfillment process. If the problem lies in a contracted fulfillment center, Symantec should change providers. Many reputable companies offer rebates on their products in order to attract customers. As a sysop, I like have liked Norton products and frequently give advice regarding software and hardware purchases. This experience, however, has definitely soured my opinion of Symantec. I have been defrauded of $35.

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    Reviewed Feb. 9, 2010

    This company charged my credit card without authorization. They billed me for Norton 360 and Norton antivirus. The only internet protection I ordered was Norton Virus protection. They charged my credit card twice for this service. I don't want to deal with this company anymore. They are thieves! I have been charged $79.00 for Norton 360 and then another 34.99 for Norton antivirus, which I already purchased for 59.99!

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    Reviewed Jan. 30, 2010

    I have bought Norton 360 subscription for 2 years (C$139), but it's still on its 3rd month going on and I am encountering a problem and as a result my system is infected with virus against the big claims of Norton that your system is fully protected. When I ask them for help, they ask for more money which is not right on my part as I’ve already paid too much to keep my system safe.

    These are the details of my Norton version Product Name: Norton 360Version: 3.5.2.11 Serial Number: XHDKYPFDHCJ4, Media SKU: 20004532, Current SKU: 20004233, Family SKU: 20004447, End Point ID: {8607FB50-ABF9-11DE-8161-00235A4E852F. Thanks. I’m waiting for some help. I have totally lost faith in Norton now and not going to suggest it to anybody.

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    Reviewed Jan. 29, 2010

    I am so tired of spending hours on the phone with people I can't even understand, just to get nowhere except where I started from. I still have the same virus. All this fun and excitement cost me $139.99! As soon as I can get my main PC up and running, I am going to uninstall Norton and use Avast. I'm doing that right now with this laptop. I am very disappointed with Norton/Symantec, but I've had problems with their virus removal procedures in the past. I'm over it.

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    Reviewed Jan. 26, 2010

    Symantec/Norton has a user account management process with a huge loophole that exposes personal information! I don't know if I have been affected yet or others have been, but this applies to millions of user accounts. I cannot get into more details here obviously. I am so shocked that such a big company would have such a lousy process and security, especially when their products are to do with security!

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    Reviewed Jan. 15, 2010

    My computer has a virus called "card.exe". I cannot remove it, and my Norton 360 does not recognize it as a virus. I contacted tech support in the form of a Chat technician. I explained my issue and requested assistance. As I am a Norton subscriber for many years, I expected free assistance to resolve a problem that should have been prevented by Norton in the first place. Instead of real help, the technician told me that I should go to Norton's virus diagnosis and removal Web site and get their "fee-based assistance". I told the tech that I paid for Norton to identify and remove such viruses every time I renew my subscription, and they owe it to me to take care of this one they let slip through. The tech could offer no more help than that, so I told the tech that I was going to complain to an Internet forum, and terminated the chat session. My computer has severe performance degradation as a result of this virus. My Norton 360 did not detect and remove it as it should have, and now I am stuck with it until I can find someone to help me remove it.

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    Reviewed Jan. 13, 2010

    Upgrade had errors, three different techs remoted into my PC to resolve issue but made it worse. Then they told me the issue must be Microsoft or HP so call the hardware or OS vendor for resolution. My application which is licensed until March 2010 has not worked since December and I am not protected from internet threats.

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    Reviewed Jan. 13, 2010

    I had Norton Virus protection on my laptop and was infected by a Trojan virus and 2 malware viruses. How do I know this? Not because of Symantec's $99.99 virus removal service, but because of Best Buy's Geek Squad. I first contacted Norton who referred me to Symantec virus removal "specialist" for a $99.99 charge. I was told that these "specialists" were better than anyone I could get locally and that they would identify and remove the virus and if they could not, they promised to refund my money. The first time through remote control of my laptop, I was told that there was no virus and it had to be a hardware problem and that I needed to take my laptop back to where I purchased, which was Best Buy.

    In 20 minutes, Best Buy was able to identify the Trojan and the 2 malware viruses and where the viruses came from. Since I already paid $99.99 to Symantec, I wanted to contact Symantec and get my refund before paying Best Buy to remove the viruses. What a joke. A very sympathetic "specialist" asked for another chance and from 1:30am to 7:00am had remote access to my laptop going through all my files, testing DVD burning after DVD (8 in all) and when it seemed to be fixed, I ended the session. Not 1 hr later the virus was back, my laptop was in even worse shape so much so that when I tried to restart, it would only restart so far and the monitor would go completely black. I could not even use my laptop at all! I took it back to Best Buy, paid $139.99 to have it set back to factory start, lost all my documents and media files and called Symantec, asking for my refund. They refused saying I had to allow them access to my laptop to prove the virus was still on it after their "specialist" worked on it.

    I told them that not only was the laptop unoperabe because of their incompetence, I would never allow them to have access to my laptop again. They had absolutely no credibility because they kept trying to claim it was a hardware, disc drive or disc error when Best Buy was able to run a simple diagnostic program and identify the Trojan and 2 malware and their origins in 20 minutes at the first visit.

    2 days later, I got a call from Symantec saying that they did not owe me a refund for not removing the viruses as promised because the $99.99 was for virus detection, not removal. When I pointed out that they had failed to detect the virus the first, second and third time blaming it on hardware, disc drive and disc problems as opposed to Best Buy detecting the Trojan and 2 malware viruses for free after running a diagnostic for 20 minutes at the first visit, they said that I had to allow them access to my computer to detect the virus themselves to prove that. If they could not successful detect any viruses, how can they prove they missed them? No matter how many times I went over this with the Customer Service Manager, they still refused my refund. Their "specialists" are just low level grunts who obviously read from a script and only want to get you to pay $99.99 or $139.99 when you are desperate and uninformed in computer technology. They know just enough to get your money and sound like they know what they are talking about.

    Do not do business with these people. Go to Best Buy and deal with real people fact to face. A voice on the phone from India is not going to be responsible to deliver any promises once they get your credit card number!

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    Reviewed Jan. 10, 2010

    My laptop’s anti virus protector expired, so I paid $79.90 to (ontracksoftstore.com Riga)and sent 2 emails with no replies as the download would not work. I paid instantly by credit card. I since then went to McAfee and they have my home PC and laptop covered and working great for less money. I think it's bad companies take advantage of us and never return our complaints.

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    Reviewed Jan. 6, 2010

    I bought Norton Antivirus 2010 at Fry's for $60 with a mail-in rebate for $50. I filled out the forms, photocopied them, attached the proof-of-purchase product code cut from the case, and sent it in. No response. Based on all the other complaints about Symantec rebates, I will not waste my time by pursuing this any further. But I will never again buy from Symantec.

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    Reviewed Jan. 3, 2010

    Our computer has had Norton Internet Security for 1 year plus. Recently upgraded to 2010 version (spend another $60). The computer is to be protected against viruses and it gets infected by a virus that pops web pages. Support line told me that I have to spend $99 to $130 to remove this virus that this program was to prevent it getting on to the system.

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    Reviewed Dec. 30, 2009

    I purchased Symantec Internet security (Norton) on the internet. They said it was $59.99 but they charged me $69.99. They charged me twice on my credit card. I never got the Norton security system downloaded and installed on my computer. I have called several times. Tonight was on the phone for three hours. I was transferred from one to another, they assured me that they were transferring me to the right department who could help me but I listened to strange music then was dropped or they just would never pick up and the music played for hours! They are always overly polite and apologetic but then hand you off.

    Now my Norton from last year has expired and I have no protection and have paid for a system I did not get twice! I do not know where to go or what to do next. How do you deal with people in India? I can't get any kind of resolution. If you can help, please advise. I paid twice for something that I did not receive. Now, my computer is unprotected. The computer is one year old, an HP.

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    Reviewed Dec. 24, 2009

    I submitted a $50 rebate request for Norton Internet Security 2010 (bought at Fry's) and 2 weeks later, saw via their web link to my rebate tracking number that it had been denied due to invalid date, which was patently false. First, I filed a written complaint on their website. Next, I called Rachel (1-866-206-8800) at 7:40AM on 12-23-09 and told her I had a copy of all paperwork in front of me, that Symantec owed me this rebate now. She looked up my 9-digit tracking number (I told her I had received it on a rejection postcard) and she said "It was never properly entered into the system" and said that she finished entering it. She said I would receive the rebate check in 4-6 weeks. This may be true given that their web link to my tracking number now says the same thing. Moral of the story, follow the exact procedure that I did and your rebate should be on its way to you in 10 minutes. Good luck!

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2009

    Approximately 365 days ago, my PC encountered a problem that ended up costing me $99.99 for a tech from Symantec/Norton to fix by remotely accessing my computer. It worked. It was great for almost exactly 365 days. 30 days from subscription renewal date and OMG, the same problem happens again. After calling 877-788-4877 (customer service), I’m informed that, again, I’ll need to pay $99.99 for a tech to again, remotely access my computer to fix it as I am not "computer savvy". At least that’s what the Norton rep told me. Oh yeah, and don’t get a local tech to do it because it "won’t be as good as if we do it". Coincidence, I don’t think so. Consequences: I’m afraid to use or connect my computer to the internet; unchangeable desktop and annoying pop-ups.

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2009

    On Monday night, Nov. 23, 2009 at about 10PM, a Norton virus scan revealed a virus on my computer. The Norton virus tool was unable to eradicate the virus. I contacted Norton support via free chat. A technician advised me that I was entitled to a free upgrade to Norton 2010 and advised that 2010 could fix the virus problem. I allowed him to remotely install the 2010 product on my computer. Suddenly, the phone rings, the technician disappears, the chat ends and I'm talking to a Norton supervisor who informed me that in order to fix the virus that threatens my computer, I have to pay $139.99. The other option he offered me was to pay $199.99.

    I don't understand why a free upgrade on a free chat line would cost me $139.99, and I didn't understand his explanation but I was desperate to rid my computer of this threat so I gave up my credit card number to this supervisor, thinking I would take up the charge with customer service the following day. The "supervisor" advised me to wait for another technician to resume the free chat session. The subsequent chat session was a disaster. The technician turned my files upside down and inside out and declared that there was no virus present in my computer. To prove that I was mistaken, he commenced to run a virus scan with my newly installed Norton 2010. Sure enough, the virus was detected and deleted by the program exactly like the original free chat technician had advised me 3 hours earlier. The paid technician on the free chat apologized for his misunderstanding.

    I didn't make this up. It's all in the free chat transcripts, except for the phone conversation with the supervisor. On Tuesday morning, 10AM, I explained to a Norton customer service rep how I was manipulated into paying $139.99 for a free upgrade on a free chatline and, believe it or not, they did it to me again. The sympathetic service rep graciously agreed that I deserved a refund. To show my gratitude, I agreed to authorize an automatic renewal. And as soon as she processed my renewal, a supervisor came on the line and advised me that under the circumstances, it will be impossible to grant me a refund. Apparently, bait and switch is standard practice at Norton. There must be some recourse for people who have been swindled by these guys.

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    Reviewed Nov. 23, 2009

    These jerks charged my Amex card $55 for annual renewal. I haven't had Norton for 3 years and this is the second time they did this. If you can find a way to get a human on the phone with this no good company, I would like to know how. Thank God Amex took care of the problem immediately. Thanks Amex, however they cannot stop this from happening in the future. I wonder how many millions they (Norton) make by ripping off folks who didn't catch it on their statement.

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    Reviewed Nov. 19, 2009

    I paid for Norton Internet Security 2010 (NIS) and Norton Utilities (NU)v14 as a package through the Norton e-store. The download of NIS required a computer restart, which did not return me to the download page afterwards. And my online Norton account did not reflect the NU download I was due when I went searching for ways to continue the downloads. I also did not receive confirmation or activation code via email (and still do not have them, now 8 hours later).

    I called technical support for assistance. They took control of my computer and basically played with NIS for 30 minutes, making setup changes I did not ask for or approve. I asked them "What the heck they were doing? All I wanted was my confirmation email and to download NU?" At that, they quit playing with NIS and/but could not verify my order because it did not show up in the system. They attempted to send the confirmation email, but it again did not come through. The tech support downloaded a free trial version of NU to my PC, but they were unable to activate it despite trying 4 times. They gave up and disconnected their selves, leaving me with a screwed-up PC (NIS changes) and an unoperable version of NU.

    A second attempt to check my Norton account found the password invalid, requiring a reset. So, not only did they not help me, but they booted me out of their system as well. Later in the day, I went online for additional assistance and was supported very professionally. But again, I had to receive a free copy of NU rather than the one I paid for, and I still do not have my confirmation email or activation codes. (Have you ever tried to get assistance with a free version of their software? It isn't pretty.)

    When I attempted to once again verify my online Norton account, my new password was locked out yet again (x2) and the PC was running very slowly (due to incomplete NU. It's now ok that NU is completely installed.). I was offered a supervisor to complain to and to request a second copy of NU but was put on infinite hold with really crappy music for 30+ minutes. It's 2+ hours of ** just to download simple SW. What a joke. You'd think they could get that part right.

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    Reviewed Nov. 11, 2009

    I purchased the new Norton 2010 Internet Security which also contained the Norton Antivirus. Staples ran a special $79.99 with a $40 rebate. Since the rebate was being done through the web, I thought this must be easy. Boy was I wrong. I entered everything as needed, the rebate was accepted. I then get a post card in the mail 3 weeks later telling me that the rebate was rejected, with no reason given. I get back on the website and confirm this.

    I called their toll free number to India. I spoke to someone who I can barely understand. We go through all the rebate numbers again. When I asked him what specifically was missing, he did not know. He tells me it is okay now. I waited 2 more weeks and get another post card that my rebate is still invalid. I called again. After wasting another 40 minutes with them, they promised me that the rebate was okay, yeah right! I called Staples and told them that Norton is not honoring their rebate and that I want to return the Norton software because it was advertised by Staples fraudulently since there is no rebate. They agreed. I returned the software and purchased McAfee (without a rebate).

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    Reviewed Nov. 6, 2009

    I purchased Norton PartitionMagic 8.0 this afternoon. And after trying to get my paid download, it stated, "We are aware of this problem. Please come back later."

    I went to the 3 call center support with no success. I told them their customer service is a joke. When do I get the product I paid for? Next week, a month, a year, ever? Even my request with the 3rd person at 1800 745 6054 did not respect my request to cancel my order and give me my money back.

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    Reviewed Nov. 3, 2009

    My Norton Internet Security for up to three computers was automatically renewed in the spring of 2009 with a new expiration date of March 29, 2011. I downloaded it to two computers. Four months later, I began to have problems with my DSL. A computer technician I retained diagnosed the problem as the Norton software and replaced it with Viper. The problem disappeared. I then replaced one of the computers with a laptop that I use primarily for travel. I decided to use Norton Internet Security on it as I had 18 months left on my subscription. However, I could not access my account because my number was said to be invalid. That despite the fact that I have a written confirmation with that account number, the expiration date, and the coverage for 3 machines.

    I tried for days to reach customer service, but I could not get into "chat," the only option the website offered. When I did finally get through, it was told after a dozen exchanges that I could not get a partial refund after 60 days. But my payment was for a subscription that was only partially used. The company has not only lost a customer, but I am on a mission to get the word out that one should avoid dealing with it.

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    Reviewed Oct. 30, 2009

    The rebate offer of $20 is a scam. They are obviously not paying the rebates. I intend to contact a very successful class action attorney for whom I used to work and turn this over to him. Quite obviously, there are thousands of individuals not getting these rebates. No one but the lawyers will make money on it, but it will stop the fraudulent practice by the company.

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    Reviewed Oct. 10, 2009

    I had an issue with getting updates on my Premier Edition Norton 360. An analyst from Symantec installed an updated version and everything seemed normal. Norton began to bug me about registering the product even though I have an account key for the product. I contacted another analyst and he told me that the previous analyst gave me the wrong product and that he would install the correct one.

    He completely removed all Symantec Software from my computer and then told me he could not install the correct version. He transferred me to a virus specialist who told me that they needed to fix my computer and it would cost me $149.00. I told him to forget that and reinstall my Premier 360. The new tech was able to install the Premier 360 on the first attempt. No problem. I requested for a supervisor to talk about their shady business practices. The supervisor could not take a complaint; only have someone call me from customer service. I have not had luck with 'talking' to these support people. No offense, but I can't understand their English.

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    Reviewed Sept. 23, 2009

    Hey Norton! How about a product that actually works! I am sick and tired of paying $69.87 for a security program that allows Trojan viruses to get on my PC. I am all so tired of paying for an additional program (spyware doctor) to catch the spyware and malware which Norton seems unable to catch. Next year, I will not be renewing Norton. Bye bye Norton. There are better programs out there. What are you being paid to leave a back door in your security programs or are you just fat and lazy?

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    Reviewed Aug. 28, 2009

    I paid $69.99 for Norton NIS 2009. When I did get hit with a virus (NIS 2009 is supposed to prevent this), I called tech support. First, I went through 4 levels of techs. I could not understand a word they were saying. The first tech said he did not have a clue what the problem could be, so he hooked me up with another tech. He said that I probably had a virus. Probably? For the small fee of $139.99, Norton techs, with their superior knowledge, would clean up my machine and guarantee it for 7 days. I won't repeat what I told him, but he connected me to a "supervisor" who told me they would do it for the bargain price of $99.99. I told him I paid $69.95 for the software, and it didn't do what it was supposed to do.

    Another tech told me I didn't have a virus. I got so frustrated I just hung up. I ran ESET's online scan. It discovered a variant of Win32/Induc. A, and another virus. It removed the virus and things are back to normal. I think NIS 2009 is a good product, so much better than days of old. There are 2 programs I use and brag on. Webroot Spy Sweeper, and Raxco's PerfectDisk to defragment. They are solid products, and so is their support. They speak English. I have never gotten the runaround. They get right on the job and resolve any issues I have in a very timely and professional manner. When my subscription is up with Norton, I will be moving on. I will be giving Webroot's antivirus a good long look.

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    Reviewed Aug. 27, 2009

    Beth of Fort Myers, FL, you are not alone. I have sent mine with certified mail. They even denied certified mail in nice words, "Sir, we haven't got your mail." I will post on the internet my certified mailing number, so everybody could see and learn a lesson.

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    Reviewed Aug. 13, 2009

    I have been trying to turn this outfit off for at least 2 years. There seems to be no way to get to them - period. They keep auto-renewing a subscription I cancelled three years ago. They seem to have my permission to access my Discover card account and annually bill that account for unwanted services, requiring an annual challenge to their charges with the Discover card. Selling unwanted products must be lucrative and I would think the Discover card people would want to add their weight to shutting Norton down. I know not about others, but I will destroy the card if this process continues. I am 80 years old and in poor health. This is a drain and could be dangerous to me. On any product sold on the net, there should be a plain and easily found method of cancellation.

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    Reviewed Aug. 12, 2009

    I bought Norton 360 and it would never update. I emailed repeatedly about my product not working, and it took 8 months before I was finally able to get the darn thing to work (I took my computer and paid to have a computer expert fix the problem). Then, I emailed repeatedly (last count was over 50 times), and yet my subscription has not been extended (as the first customer service person said it would be). I have uninstalled and reinstalled as requested, and yet, my computer still tells me that my subscription is expired. I do not understand why Norton could not just extend my subscription on their end. The customer person (from India) emailed and asked for my phone number so they could talk to me. I gave it but, of course, never was called. I just get emails asking me to fill out a survey rating Norton on how "well" they did in fixing my problem.

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    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2009

    I was ripped off by Norton Symantec for their trial version. They wanted another 59 bucks from advertised price and another 40 bucks to help install online when it stated it was free. I was on hold for two hours. After they got credit card info, finally they hung up!

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    Reviewed Aug. 4, 2009

    I sent the paperwork for my rebates to Norton about an Internet Security software I purchased at Fry's. After checking with the tracking number, I found out from their website that both rebates have been denied due to invalid postmark and invalid purchase date. One of the rebates was for $20 and another for $50. This is a scam performed by a "security" company. What kind of peace of mind can they hope to archive with this fraudulent attitude toward their customers?

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    Reviewed July 31, 2009

    I mailed in rebate requests the day I purchased the Norton 360 3.0. I kept a copy of everything and mailed the two rebate requests in two different envelopes. They conveniently "never received" either request. I made copies and resubmitted everything. They are denying one of the requests stating Invalid Postmark Date Missing Email Confirmation &/or Original UPC or Invalid UPC number. Of course, when I called them, I was conveniently disconnected. I emailed them and explained that if the postmark date was invalid, it was because they "conveniently" lost the original request. This is their way to get out of the rebate. From now on, I will send it certified. It was a costly lesson. Obviously, they are a deceitful company. Buyer beware!

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    Reviewed June 20, 2009

    Don't do business with this company. They charged me twice and now refuses to refund my account. Norton is a fraudulent company with poor customer support. I'll be calling my attorney soon, if no resolution is found. Shame on you, Norton. It would also be nice to have support that you can understand against always going to India.

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    Reviewed June 16, 2009

    This company takes your money and then makes it impossible to get in touch with them. I feel like I have been ripped off in a major way. If you sell a product, you should have a phone number for customers to call.

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    Reviewed June 6, 2009

    I purchased Norton from Office Max. My complaint is that the software is recommended by Consumer Report, which I subscribed. The software has slowed my computer more than I can handle. Without any written notice or complaint to Norton, I received a notice that "is your connection slow? For $29.95 or so, we can help this". I feel they need to fix their software for these problems before selling it. Now, I will purchase another software product and delete Norton from my three home computers.

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    Reviewed May 26, 2009

    I have Norton 369 v2 in my computer and was sent an email from Symantec for a free upgrade to Norton 360 v3.0. After downloading the upgrade and rebooting my system, I was unable to access the internet. I called Symantec three times and was told to call back after I was able to connect to the internet. They would remotely access my computer and try to help. I took my computer to my local Geek Squad (30 miles away) and after they had run extensive diagnostics, charged me $75 and had my computer for several days, I was told that Norton had erected such a tight wall that my computer would not release its IP address to the internet, so the internet would not allow access to their system anonymously.

    Alex, a supervisor at Symantec, called me on May 25, 2009 and I told him of Geek Squad's findings. However, he refused to reimburse me for my costs to remove the Norton 360 v3.0 from my computer. Alex also refused to identify himself with an ID number, stated company policy prohibits the release of such personal information. Technical support from those in foreign countries with customer care reps that have a limited knowledge of the English language is a significant problem.

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    Reviewed April 30, 2009

    I have Norton account and a Symantec protection subscription already paid for, but my HP Total Care adviser keeps stating I don't have antivirus protection. What do I do? I have tried to contact my account and it wants to purchase more. I'm frustrated.

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    Reviewed April 27, 2009

    After I talked to Norton and dropped from my call, I followed up and resubmitted all my missing (it was not really missing) paperwork. 2-3 weeks later, I received a postcard for I was missing some requirements again. I called Norton and explained to them. They held me on the phone for about 30 minutes. I told them I can't wait any more. They said they are searching that I did not submit all the requirements. I told them I was missing only one paperwork, first time. If you did not receive that paperwork, how could you send me the postcard? The postcard proves that you have received something from me. My call was dropped again. Is there anywhere else I can complain Norton? I lost $50.

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    Reviewed April 21, 2009

    I bought Norton 360 last year and am having problem since April 09 to do Windows update, open browser internet, and lost internet connection. I called the tech support department, only to speak with people overseas/India who could not really understand my problem. They took control of my computer to download the Norton Removal Tool and restart. After the tool was downloaded, it restarts automatically. Now my computer problem is getting worse! I was transferred to virus removal department and they tried to tell me it wasn't Norton 360 software causing the problem but Microsoft. I have paid an unbelievable amount of money to try and fix it when it turns out it can't be fixed.

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    Reviewed April 20, 2009

    I purchased Norton 360 software after my computer got a virus that my Trend Micro software did not keep out. Several sources I checked said Norton 360 was the best anti-virus, etc. software. However, I was never able to activate Norton after it was installed by a professional. It expired before I could activate it. I was advised by a professional IT person to forget about trying to reinstall Norton because it was an energy hog and had actually caused that person's own computer to crash. When I had tried to contact Symantec for help with the apparently defective activation process (I followed the exact instructions but no activation), I discovered there is no phone number on their website - bad sign!

    I eventually found a phone number on a blogger's site. He said, "Good luck. You will wait a long time to speak to someone and then they will pretend they don't understand you, etc." Among the several negative comments on the blogger's website was "I would not wish the Symantec company on my worst enemy." I wasted about $100 on the Norton 360 and ended up having to get different software (my third software try after Trend Micro and Symantec's Norton 360). I won't even bother trying to get my money back from Symantec as the blog comments indicate that the Symantec Support is almost nonexistent.

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    Reviewed April 17, 2009

    I had an icon that would keep popping up telling me it was time to renew my Norton Antivirus. I did not want to. Then, it froze my computer and I had to. Then right after loading, I got a virus. I called them. Mr. ** says, “Oh, so you want a refund.” I said yes and also a new computer. He gave me an 800 # to call, and I was on hold for 45 minutes. I’m still trying to get a hold of someone.

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    Reviewed April 14, 2009

    I purchased my Norton Antivirus at Fry's Electronics. There was a requirement to purchase a hardware and I bought a printer. Fry's printed me the rebate receipt to send with the other requirement. I sent all the requirements. For a number of months, I did not receive anything from them. I called them and asked them. They told me I was missing the original purchase receipt. Well why did Fry's make me a copy of the receipt then? They had no answer. After 15 minutes of talk, I asked to speak to a manager. I waited 3 minutes, then my call was dropped as was my $50 rebate.

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    Reviewed March 26, 2009

    This is an update to my contacting you earlier about the $20 rebate from Symantec - After being contacted by the customer service outsourced to India, nothing was resolved. Another rep. called back from India. Not sure why, 'cause he informed me he was technical service. HOWEVER, both reps were kind enough to apologize for my not having received the rebate, AND, both offered me a 6-month free extension for the anti-virus program. NOPE, I want the $20 promised ('cause I'm not really sure I'll be buying Norton again. AND, I'm a woman of principle, and want to stick to the principle that I was offered $20!) SO, I looked up Symantec's headquarters, and called this no.- (408) 517-8000, and eventually spoke to Andrew who, after asking what date I had purchased the software (Jan.27, and rebate was mailed sometime before Feb. 11 according to other rebate sent), he assured me that I would receive the rebate in 4 to 6 weeks. He did also give me another number that he said was in the good ol' USA- (866) 451-1357 to call if I didn't receive it. I hope this helps someone else out. Good luck!

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    Reviewed March 26, 2009

    I too received the reasons of invalid postmark date and missing purchase date on my rebate submission for the $20 upgrade. My purchase was made at Staples. The information said that rebate request was received 3/3. Funny, but the second rebate sent in was received in February. The other rebate submission for $30 from Staples (for purchasing the Norton Anti-Virus and Turbo Tax) is still being processed after being submitted 2/11.

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    Reviewed March 18, 2009

    Symantec auto-billed me $42.39 for my software subscription renewal without my authorization or my consent to join autopay.

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    Reviewed March 13, 2009

    This is 2nd year I purchased and sent in all requested documents for rebate for product,... and the 2nd year I didn't get the rebate, they just say items missing, but I took images of all forms and UPC codes, and yet no rebate. I will never ever get another stinkin' program from Norton. What a ripoff!!!

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    Reviewed March 7, 2009

    I had Symantec on 3 computers. Notice came up that computer was loaded with bad virus. Took it to my computer shop who are from the UK and they said Symantec was crap and took it off. They put on something called AVG. It was free besides. Haven't had any problems and have had it installed on all my computers. They too took it automatically out of my checking account and I was furious. Hope this helps someone.

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    Reviewed March 6, 2009

    I sent in my rebate forms after purchasing my Symantec software product from Fry's Electronics, 02-18-09. I received an e-mail saying I did not purchase the product during the correct rebate dates, when the copy of the receipt I sent in clearly shows I did purchase the product within the dates.

    Promotion: 07-76077 $20 USD Upgrade Mail in Rebate with Purchase of Norton SystemWorks Premier Edition at Participating Retailers.
    Dates valid: To receive your $20 USD Visa Prepaid Card from Symantec, please follow these seven steps:

    1) Purchase Norton SystemWorks Premier Edition between 2/18/09 and 2/26/09 at Frys Electronics or Frys.com...

    Note: It looks like my other rebate the $50.00 for the purchase has not yet been processed to the point of knowing if they have accepted it. Still waiting. That one is $50.00 for the same purchase, but for just the purchase of the product. The one I am filing the complaint for is for proof I am upgrading, for the $20.00.

    This is the first time Symantec has tried to screw me. I have used their rebates for several years. But, I have been screwed by several other rebate offers from other companies in previous years.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2009

    I purchased their Norton 360 2.0 version antivirus CD. I was charged twice on my bank statement, 69 dollars twice and when I try to install it, it says my product key is invalid.

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    Reviewed Feb. 26, 2009

    Updated Norton online, paid with credit card. With 5 hours had a virus on computer. Over past 3 days my online bank account has been accessed. Security codes have been changed. Norton says they can fix the problem if I spend more money with them. I believe they are the problem.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2009

    Received email stating our rebate request was invalid because it was missing proof of purchase. I have kept copies of all material I sent to this company and have proof that I have complied with their requests to receive the rebate they advertise. Called Symantec @ 10:45AM Feb. 24, 09 and spoke with Vijay. I asked to speak with a supervisor and was put on hold. I spoke with the supervisor who gave me a number to call that was not set up to talk live and just restated what was stated before about not sending a valid submission.

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    Reviewed Feb. 24, 2009

    Sent in for rebates with your product purchased and followed the rules exactly... However, 6 weeks later, get a notice that I did not send in the required proof of purchase. Retrieved info and resent in for the rebates... Received approximately 6 weeks later a skimpy rebate form for $40 not enclosed in an envelope whereby anyone could have cashed. I do feel sorry for a company that promotes a product used to protect a computer against problems but cannot send personal information/rebates in an enclosed envelope.

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    Reviewed Feb. 20, 2009

    After upgrading my internet protection to a supposedly far superior product I ran a scan that said I had two Trojans. After contacting Norton, they recommended a downloadable tool to clean it out, I did. It did not, after getting into chat room 1st with Mohanapryia b for over an hour I was transferred to Sinchu for another hour plus who in turn turned me over to an expert Vivek for another hour who then told me I would have to be turned over to another type expert and the charge would be $99.99 to remove Trojans. To this I told I didn't think so. If you're thinking of Norton be wary.

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    Reviewed Feb. 6, 2009

    I had problems with my PC so used system recovery and used my Norton for recovery purposes only. Disc provided with PC when purchased. After that I had problem. The first agent was very helpful then I got more problems and surrender. So was the agent. He didn't help in any way and as a result I've uninstalled the product and I'm now using AVG free.

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    Reviewed Feb. 5, 2009

    Renew product online. Flash screen comes up and disappears so quickly that it cannot be read. States something to the effect of - This service includes automatic renewal - They give a form to opt out of renewal but it "cannot be processed at this time".

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    Reviewed Feb. 4, 2009

    Downloaded Norton 360 onto my laptop totally shut down my computer - cannot log into the internet, computer running slowly. Send in an email notification of problems says someone will call me in 24 hours did not happen. Called the Corporate headquarters to speak to a senior company person was transfer to a technical site in India. Person unable to help me. Spend 1 hour a technical support person in India who was clueless. Laptop is damaged from this download, serious problems resulted. This software has issue, do a search, and see yet they still have this product on the market. My computer may be damaged, had to take it somewhere to be restored, still working on it. Cost & aggravation unbelievable!

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    Reviewed Jan. 21, 2009

    I received an email from Symantec on Jan. 13, 2009 that they were going to automatically renew my subscription and charge my credit card. I went to Symantec's website and cancelled the automatic renew and got a confirmation #. I got another email from Symantec that they were going to renew my subscription. I went back to their site and cancelled the renewal and got confirmation # **. I also sent a letter to Symantec stating I do not want to renew my subscription. I got an email from Symantec on Jan. 16, 2009 that they renewed my subscription and charged my credit card $49.99. I called my credit card bank to tell them that this was not an authorized charge. She said, "We get these complaints daily. People are charged for products they never ordered, for products they don't want, for products that don't work and for cancelled subscriptions." I called Symantec at 877 294 5265 and described my experience, requested that Symantec refund the money. I got confirmation # **. So far, there is no refund. It appears to me that Norton Symantec is running a classic fraud and some attorney needs to file a class action against them.

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    Reviewed Jan. 5, 2009

    I downloaded Norton 360 around 12/30/08. That day, I wasn't able to connect to the internet with my Verizon Wireless Broadband USB. I called Symantec tech support where they wanted my credit card and were going to charge me $3.50/minute to talk to me - no guarantee they would help. I told Mark that I didn't see why I should pay more money when it was their program that caused the problem. I said it was company policy. I asked to speak with a supervisor. He said there wasn't one there now. I asked for the supervisor to call me back - he said they don't do that, and I'd have to give my credit card number if I was going to speak more.

    I asked about getting a refund. He said I'd have to talk to the sales department. I asked him to transfer me - he said he couldn't. I asked him for the sales number, he said he didn't have it and I'd have to find it on my own. He then said that without a credit card, he'd have to end the call - which he did - he hung up on me. We called back and asked for the name of their company. They refused to give it to us and hung up again. This sounds like a total scam to me - just a way to get someone's credit card information.

    I've been unable to access the internet since this happened. I can't even access Wi-Fi now. I will have to send my computer somewhere to be wiped clean and reloaded. I have removed everything that has Norton or Symantec in the name, but the three conflicts on the device manager that all have Symantec in the name cannot be deleted. I've spent hours on the phone - how do you compensate for someone's time and aggravation?

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    Reviewed Jan. 2, 2009

    This was the second time I sent for a rebate. Lost 20 dollars. Never again. I triple-checked everything before I mailed it.

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    Reviewed Dec. 23, 2008

    I have used Symantec/Norton computer products for over ten years on my home computer; products such as Anti-Virus, Systems Works, Norton Firewall and lastly, Norton Internet Security 2008. With all of these products, I was aware that updates to the program's "Virus Definitions" from Norton was for only the Service Period that I purchased it for (usually one year). I also generally purchased a "new" Norton security program on "approximately" a year's interval. For the many year's of using Norton products, when the Service Period was up, the updates ceased, but the program still functioned and protected the computer with its existing capabilities.

    With Norton Internet Security 2008, I was prompted by Norton many times by a banner on the computer screen, to freely upgrade to Norton Internet Security 2009. I did so and was advised by another banner that I had so many days left for my subscription, wherein after that date, virus definition updated would cease and my computer would not be protected to new threats.

    I had intended to purchase a new Norton product in January after returning from a short vacation after the Holidays. However on Dec 22, 2008, (the date that my Service Period ended, the Norton Internet Security program totally ceased to function (firewall, anti-virus, email protection, etc). Never in the past has the program ceased to function. This left my computer totally vulnerable. I am sure that Norton has this covered in the Service Agreement. They however have not been selling their programs as subscriptions in the past.

    By virtue of how their products worked in the past, I feel that Symantec may be liable regardless of their fine print. I also feel that their banner to freely update to NIS 2009 was a lure to allow Norton to change to already installed program to one that would destruct at the end of the Service Period. I feel that Norton/Symantec has lowered themselves to shoddy practices and is fostering the distraction of untold worth of data on personal computers. If Norton/Symantec wants to sell their software as a pure subscription, they should highly publicize that fact.

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    Reviewed Dec. 23, 2008

    I have dealt w/ getting rebates before, so I know to log all of the transactions. By far this is the most frustrating group I have ever dealt with. I have done everything they have asked and still nothing. I have sent 1 original receipt packet, 2 copies of the receipts and 1 fax over the course of 4 months. I wonder how much money they make off of the unclaimed rebates that people give up on. They refuse to send me to anyone higher up then the Supervisor on duty. I WANT TO TALK TO HIS SUPERVISOR! I have spent hours of company time trying to get the rebate. It is only $50, but I am working on principal now. NO DAMAGE, JUST TIME LOST!

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    Reviewed Dec. 22, 2008

    Although I'm aware that my Norton 360 subscription runs out on January 5, I was surprised when I received an email today, December 21, stating that they automatically renewed my subscription and deducted $79 from my checking account! I never asked for automatic renewal and when I contacted them, they told me it was for the safety of the customer. I have been using Norton for over 10 years for anti-virus and always renewed my subscriptions manually. I find this tactic both sneaky and comparable to stealing! The $79 deduction not only resulted in a $30 overdraft fee from my bank, but ruined my plans to spend my last $60 on a Christmas present for my husband! I am supposed to receive my funds back in 10 days but I can't understand why they can take the money so quickly, but can't return it as promptly. I need that money now! I intend to let everyone I know about this and urge all not to purchase Norton again!

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    Reviewed Dec. 19, 2008

    I purchased Norton 2009 Security from Staples 11/08 with promise of 20-dollar rebate from Norton - submitted all material and told no UPC code even though I have a copy of my submission with UPC code. Also was to receive a 40-dollar rebate via Staples from Norton. Submitted online and told invalid b/c no receipt. I mailed the original receipt, email from Norton with tracking number requesting receipt, copy of receipt with UPC code attached and received yet another card from Norton saying rebate invalid but no reason. Called and was told once again they need a receipt - I asked what happened to the other two I sent and was told they never received at which point I asked, "So what did you receive since you sent a card stating invalid? Did the envelope just have my name in it?" - in which case how did they know to send me a card. So my recommendation is do not buy from Norton or Staples with the idea you are going to receive a rebate. I have had similar experience in the past with STAPLES and this will be my last purchase from both Staples and Norton.

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    Reviewed Dec. 15, 2008

    Rebate not received after months of submitting/resubmitting/emails & phone calls to an automated system with no one to talk to. Was told through an email that they were probably lost in the mail.... TWICE?? Wow, I've NEVER had anything lost in the mail. Been very time consuming and frustrating. Pretty much not worth the work at this point. Will just steer clear of their product in the future, doesn't work anyway. Out the $45 rebate at this point and a few hours of my time.

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    Reviewed Dec. 8, 2008

    I updated the Norton product and the salesman told me Norton 360 is a better product but for more money. OK. The product identity protection does not work and I have to look all the time I change the web page to push the fix button. I call, I wait for an hour and no connection with a representative. I chat with technician and the answer was I have Beta 8 and the Norton 360 does not work with Beta 8, so I have to call Microsoft to remove it.

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    Reviewed Dec. 5, 2008

    I purchased a one-year update to my Norton AntiBot online in Sept. 2008. But it did not run because I didn't get an Activation Key from them that would allow it to run and it quit. I repurchased it thinking I could get the Key number, but it still did not get it and the software, which I paid $29.99 each for, a total of $59.98. I eventually got the key number and got it to run. But the first time it started up, it suggested that I needed to update the software, that mine was outdated and might not work correctly so I did update it but it quit running because I needed a new Activation Key number. I have been writing back and forth with them ever since and it will not run! I don't think there is a real person reading my e-mails there. Their e-mails do not make sense and are just full of links to Norton Help sites. I have tried all their fixes, including uninstalling and reinstalling the program. All I need is a new Activation Key, which I have explained over and over in many more e-mails but I can't get a response. They just don't answer at all any more. I am very angry about spending $60 for nothing and I want the Key number so it will run!

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    Reviewed Nov. 28, 2008

    I purchased Norton 360 2.0 around a month ago. Everything was going ok until I downloaded mirc. Now doing what everyone says, I scanned the download with Norton and it came up clear. I installed it but the file in question disappeared from my system. I found the website, I got the download form and redownloaded it. I scanned it with another companies virus scanner and it came back with w32.ircbot. Now this made me cranky as I had paid for Norton and this other anti virus was free (avg). I went online to Norton and they said because the system was infected, they would charge me $140 to remotely fix it.
    EXCUSE ME NORTON, YOUR PRODUCT FAILED TO DO WHAT IT SAYS IT WILL DO. The person at the other end of this conversation blamed me for it,

    well, yes it was me that downloaded it but I have PAID for your protection and you failed to protect me. They also said to update my virus definitions, I do this everyday so my definitions are up to date. I do not understand how they can legally do this as their product failed to do what it say's it will do.

    What I want to know is what are my legal rights here? Can Norton do this and get away with it. Complete waste of time and money. DO NOT PURCHASE NORTON GET FREE AVG (it does a better job). And another thing is that when I searched the Norton website I found a "how to remove w32.ircbot". Funny, I have remedied my system for FREE when they wanted to charge me 140 bucks to do the same thing. I'm in Australia so our laws (I assume ) are slightly different. I really would like to take them to the consumer tribunal but I don't know if I can or what to do

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    Reviewed Nov. 27, 2008

    Completely fraudulent claims on ease of use. Trashes previous settings. Error message and recovery completely useless. Tech support clueless. Fraudulent charging of my credit card.

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    Reviewed Nov. 24, 2008

    I paid $99.95 for virus removal. After 3 days the virus still had not been removed. The 3 day disaster included several phone calls from them with people I could not begin to understand given their heavy accent. It also included 8 or more different consultants working on the issue and 4 or 5 of those insisted the virus had been removed successfully and it had not. Then another would work on it and another. I finally insisted on a refund only to be told they would have someone to call from the customer relations department. I then tried to get someone to log on and use remote control as they had been doing all along to put my computer back the way it was, but could not get them to do that as they insisted that the customer relations would handle everything when they called. My computer now has the virus protection turned off as well as the add/remove function disabled. I am out $99.95 and helpless to do anything about it since I cannot understand anyone that calls.

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    Reviewed Nov. 22, 2008

    I purchased a computer from Fry's Electronics in Oxnard that included a $50 rebate from Symantec Corporation for purchasing Norton 360 which I purchased and provided copies of receipts to Symantec Corporation. After sending three letters to Symantec with copies of the rebate form, copy of Norton 360 receipt, and UPC code I was rejected for the $50 rebate. My first letter was clearly within timeframe shown on rebate form. I have copies of the letters sent to them. I have also spoken with staff from Fry's in person about this matter. They do not understand why the $50 rebate was not paid.

    Part of the reason I bought this computer was for this rebate. After three written attempts providing requested documentation, I am filing this complaint for FALSE ADVERTISEMENT and request that you investigate this claim. Please call me with any questions **. This $50 won't break the bank; however I 100% have submitted the requested information to this company in their allotted timeframe and without a doubt know that I was taken for a scam. Notice you cannot contact this company and file a complaint. Please call me and advise of status. Thank You so much!

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    Reviewed Nov. 4, 2008

    This company got together with Fry's Electronics to offer a $50.00 rebate. You submit the proper paperwork, and rebate forms. Then you get a letter via e-mail, that the rebate is invalid. You resubmit the paperwork, then, it is valid. You get a postcard stating the rebate is invalid. I just sent another fax and e-mail to resubmit for the rebate. The product is Norton Security Software 2008. $50.00 is not a lot, but, I just want them to be honest.

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    Reviewed Oct. 19, 2008

    Symantec has resorted to some very sneaky marketing. In December 2007, I bought the latest, full version of Symantec's Norton AntiVirus (2008), which included the standard 1-year subscription to updates. Everything has been fine and hanky-dory -- I schedule a full-system scan at least once a week and as far as I can tell, Norton has kept my computer safe and virus-free. However, last week, I received a message from Symantec that I was "entitled" to the latest upgrade of Norton AntiVirus 2009, and could download it from Symantec. There was no "fine print" that said anything about "this is a trial version" and "will require a new purchase". I had a little less than 3 months left on my current virus update subscription, but I decided to take them up on this "offer".

    I downloaded and installed the 2009 version and IMMEDIATELY after installation, the nag screen starts up, telling me I need to ACTIVATE this new version within 15 days, by paying $39.95. The remainder of my "current" subscription apparently didn't count. I decided to evaluate the this "trial version" to see if it was worth it. After a week, I can see no real difference, other than visual style, so I dumped the new version and reinstalled my "old" version, and my current subscription is back in place.

    HOWEVER, this is a very sneaky way of getting someone to BUY a new version when their "OLD" version is still fully functional and supported. No damage, but I think this was a very underhanded way to get someone to buy an unnecessary upgrade.

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    Reviewed Oct. 17, 2008

    Below, you will find the actual email response that should help explain my problem. Basically, I sent a very carefully prepared set of documents to Symantec's rebate services in El Paso Texas. The documents were exactly as required with all of the proper attachments. I mailed the package Certified Mail, Return Receipt, and received the return receipt back. One of the rebates included in the package was confirmed and I have already received the compensation. The other separated, clearly marked set of documents representing the second rebate has mysteriously disappeared. I have called once and after that, emailed my request to send them copies of all related materials (see information attached below) in order to resolve the problem. I would be happy to provide copies of the rebate submission if necessary. Thank you in advance for a place to log a complaint. I will make one more attempt to call them to try to resolve this matter, but do not expect a positive result.

    The actual correspondence: I sent this $40 rebate on 9/15/2008, in the same envelope with a $20 rebate that you have confirmed. These rebates were sent Certified Mail, Return Receipt. I have copies of all forms prepared to send to you, as you have notified me about processing one of the rebates but not the other one. Please advise.

    Symantec's response: "Thank you for your rebate inquiry. Unfortunately, we are unable to locate your submission in our database. The rebate promotion you submitted is in the process of being updated. You should hear about your submission within the next 30 days. We truly apologize for the inconvenience. We appreciate your participation in this promotion. If there is anything else we can do to assist you, please contact us at 1-800-695-0678 or at symantecrebates@symantecrebates.com. We are always happy to help. You can also track the status of your rebate at www.symantecrebates.com."

    I'm not sure that you understand. If your staff opened the envelope that I sent Certified Mail, Return Receipt, and processed one of the two well organized separate sets of stapled documents, each clearly marked with the offer numbers for each one, then there must be some problem at your facilities. I would think that it would be a simple matter of passing the second set of documents to the proper person. You have confirmed one of the two rebates to me, by email notification, on October 5, 2008, and I have the receipt that shows the package that I sent, was received there. The other set of documents must be sitting on someones desk, or possibly just missing for some other reason.

    My original correspondence that I sent, below, says that I have made copies of all related documents that you will need to verify the other rebate submission and I am ready to send them to you. It has been more than a week since you verified one of the two rebates enclosed in my envelope, so I am sure that you must need these supporting documents, or you would have found the originals by now. Where do I send the copies, in order to resolve this matter? And to whose attention?

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    Reviewed Oct. 15, 2008

    I have not used Symantec software for 2 years. This year they auto billed my credit card for 53.11. They requested information and I sent them all the documents they requested. Their excuse was didn't receive it. Couldn't open attachments, didn't receive fax. I even talked to a representative and they said they would give me full credit - never did. I have sent them many many many emails requesting action but none has been taken.

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    Reviewed Sept. 13, 2008

    I had a problem with my Norton Antivirus software that I was unable to resolve on my own. Dealing with Norton's technical support group is a true nightmare. I went online and had to get in the help queue which at that time started me out at about #25. This queue moved slower than molasses but eventually after about a couple of hours I got to be #1 in the queue. The next thing I knew, I was #20. This went on for quite some time - I'd get down to being the next person to be helped only to watch my queue number rise. I phoned them while staying in the online queue.

    When I finally did get assistance, the person had no clue how to assist me and I had difficulty understanding him because of his heavy accent. I gave him all of the pertinent information and it became clear rather quickly that he wasn't listening to a word I was saying. He was reading from a script and as he got to each question in his manual, he would ask me the question even though I had already provided him with the information several times. So I ended up back in the queue for an even longer period of time than the first.

    The next person I spoke with had a better command of the English language and seemed very professional. Problem was that he had no idea what he was doing either. Back to the queue I went. The last person I spoke with had a heavy accent but seemed to be very technically inclined. Against my better judgment, I allowed him to comandeer my desktop. He proceeded to start changing things in my registry (scary) at lightning speed so it was very difficult for me to keep up with what he was doing. He then tried to reinstall the software. I would have done this myself if I hadn't had the kind of problems that prevented it. He attempted this a few times and finally got the software reinstalled and 9 hours later, I finally got off the phone.

    I felt as if I had put in a full day of work as I was very tired and frustrated. As soon as we hung up, it became apparent that he installed a trial version and I kept getting prompted to buy the software. I had to undo everything that he did and eventually I resolved the issues on my own. That ordeal was a real waste of time. Next time I get antivirus software, I think I'll get something other than Norton's.

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    Reviewed Sept. 12, 2008

    In June an unauthorized amount of 54.09 was deducted from my checking account my Symantec for a product I have not had for at least three years. When I finally was able to talk to a real person, which took over half an hour, I was told that a refund check would arrive within three weeks. I have since June, spoken to Symantec a total of four times. Each time a new excuse is given as to why I have not received the refund, and that they assure me a new refund should arrive in now four to six weeks.

    I have been out of work since December of 2007. This money that this company was not authorized to take is badly needed. If it were the other way around they would surely be sueing me. I believe that this type of business dealings is unacceptable and should be addressed now, not in four to six weeks.

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    Reviewed Aug. 29, 2008

    I was supposedly enrolled in their automatic renewal service and two weeks before my subscription was up Symantic withdrew from my account the renewal fee. I called as soon as I realized what they did and told them that I wanted a refund and to cancel my service with them. I was told it would take five to ten days to see the money back in my bank account and it has already been almost two months since I called them and still no sign of my money.

    I have been constantly lied to by all their representatives and I am really frustrated because it does not matter who I talk to nobody does anything. They claim that I signed up for their automatic renewal but I have no recollection of it.

    Mental stress and the fact I am not rich to just forget about $40.00 that I could really use at this moment. It is my money and i should be able to decide what I want to do with it!

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    Reviewed Aug. 26, 2008

    I am using Norton Antivirus for meny years. Lately when I do a full system scan, I have at least 10 entries telling cannot be removed from unsupported file. I do a full system scan, and there is no files found and solved or removed, exept cannot be removed from unsupported file.

    About a year ago, Iwas downloading a file and when I was opening that file (with a virus) Norton will tell me This file contains a virus And I will not open that file... Now please tell me why I still pay for Norton Antivirus when I have cannot be removed from an unsuported file ...ANSWER? SUPPORT ALL THE FILES - THAT'S WHY WE PAY YOU!

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    Reviewed Aug. 25, 2008

    We had Norton Antivirus that ran out over a year ago due to us not renewing it. Recently, there was a charge from Symantec for 'renewal' on our credit card. When we called, we were told this is normal and occurs when an update is necessary. Funny how it didn't occur over a year ago! In another words, Symantec made an unauthorized purchase. They did rebate us but had the worst excuse and never answered our questions.

    Our credit card was charged, unauthorized, and this required much time and effort on my part to retify.

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    Reviewed Aug. 5, 2008

    I downloaded the free update for Norton's 360 2 it did not load properly so I had to contact tech support. I allowed them to remote into my computer and after an hour they fix the problem or so it seemed. When I went to my documents it was completly empty. I then notice info was missing from my desk top as well and all of my bookmarks were gone. I immediately called back they said there was nothing they could do it was not their responsibility their tech support people do not bother our personal files. I decided to do a search of my computer for 2008 documents and they all popped up in recently changed with a date of 8/1/08 at 7:12 PM which of course I was in my remote session.

    I called them back and told them I had found the files but did not understand where they were or how to access them back. The tech person suggested I use restore and go back to an earlier point in the day. I did this and everything was gone including my reference to them in recently changed. I am in grad school and I need those documents! I shut my computer down a little later and then had to reboot it so I could do some school work. It would not reboot it would not even reboot in safe mode. I took it to repair shop the next day and was told they would have to reload Windows and then they would put a recovery tool on the computer. The cost of at the least $130.00.

    I immediately contact their customer support to once again be told it was not their fault and I requested a supervisor contact me. Today I found out my hard drive had crashed and it would cost me an extr $120.00 I again contacted them and was told it was not their fault and the most they would offer was a refund of the product. There was nothing wrong with my computer until I downloaded their update, my computer is just little over a year old. There are all sorts of complaints on the Internet about this product don't buy it. I accepted their refund but only because I read other complaints about them continually billing customers after they cancelled their product.

    I am going to have to pay over $250.00 to get my computer fixed plus I lost all of the software and programs that came with my computer.

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    Reviewed Aug. 2, 2008

    Norton does not allow me to remove thier 4 X 6 inch advertisement from my screen.

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    Reviewed July 27, 2008

    i have problems reinstalling norton works 2006 and tried several times, i contacted their tech support 6(six) times and no had resolution. when i had reinstall the support software, it gets stuck. there is NO WAY to complaint to anyone, their email responses just brings me to the same initial point, over and over again. their tech support , as well as, their product is a disgrace. they don' allow to cancel any subscriptions and get credit for the time i haven't used it.

    their tech support "accidentally" cuts-off the chat when they no longer know how to deal with the problems. and then you have to start ALL OVER AGAIN. Their is no way to contact this company, no telephone numbers and no email, it just brings you irrelevant question and or irresponsive tech support.everything is so automated, there is no infortmation about how to contact actual customer service. time wasted, exposure to virus via internet, due to lack of service although paid for it. estimated economic damage product purchase $70.00 subscription $45.00 total $115.00.not including long distance charges.

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    Reviewed July 14, 2008

    Ordered Norton anti virus 2008 April 24-2008. When I received invoice (pasted) and saw that I was being charged for an extra two items as noted on invoice Antivirus 2008 I sent the following E-Mail and this is the reply (pasted) "Please cancel this order as when I tried to back out of the system could not get out and when I saw all the extras I was having to purchase I tried to cancel the order. I have NOT downloaded the program. Thank you in advance for your assistance. David"

    "Dear David, We appreciate you making your order. Product: Antivirus 2008 - 59.95 CAD AlphaWipe Tracks Cleaner 2008 - 35.95 CAD Premium support - 29.95 CAD. Order Billed As: billinternet.com 8778717412 Order Number: 7609691. AlphaWipe Tracks Cleaner 2008 was purchased in a bundle with Antivirus 2008. Please use this link to download your copy of AlphaWipe Tracks Cleaner 2008. If you are not completely satisfied with this purchase, please do not hesitate to contact us."

    At this point please note they quote the price in CAD. Yet when the invoice came in it was in USD and I paid the conversion. At this point I received an E from someone named bill saying that I would only be billed 2008 and support. At this point I thought "oh well I will live with this even though I had to pay for the two products in USD and the comversion rates to CAD. At this point I still have not down loaded any of their programs ( and still have never downloaded their products and have no intention of doing so even though I have paid for them. Reason for paying is the payment was to my VISA and I always pay that account in full with in 30 days. "Please note I cancelled all within your 30 day satisfaction guaranteed period. Once again I will attach the E- Mails I sent to you people please act accordingly. David. If this matter is not looked after promptly I will forward all information and communications to the BBB."

    The next E-Mail I received is an absolute WINNER. "Dear Customer, We would like to inform You that due to technical reasons Your order

    7609691 for Antivirus 2008 was undercharged. We charged deficient amount of 45.05 USD and thus You will receive two charges from our company on Your bank account. If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact our Customer Support Service. Regards, Antivirus 2008 Customer Support Center.

    I have now paid $130.00 rounded out for a product I did not want, do not use, tried to cancel well within their 30 day satisfaction guaranteed period. I'm absolutly impressed with the statement DO TO TECHNICAL REASONS THEY ARE GOING TO BILL ME ANOTHER $45.00 USD. I know that this complaint is long winded and nothing can be done about but I would like it to be known this Company is one long way from being ethical. My big concern is that they have embedded an automatic re-newl for next year and how do I stop that from happening. I know this is not a concern of yours but I strongly feel that people should be made aware of this company's very un-ethical practices. Thank You for taking the time to look this complaint over.

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    Reviewed July 8, 2008

    Norton charged my credit card with $52.49 for annual renewal. I don't do business with Norton. Took there lousy product off of my computer over a year ago. Now I can't get to there site to complain about the charge. Based on others complaints, this may be never ending problem.

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    Reviewed July 6, 2008

    I just installed a wireless card and have not even installed my Norton Anti virus and this company infected my computer with virus and all sorts of debilitating intrusions and are offering to clean up and delete the virus for a fee. I could not even load my anti virus software. I feel this is a scam and I need your help. Please tell me what to do!

    Damage to lap top and risk to identity fraud.

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    Reviewed June 6, 2008

    Automatic Annual renewal charge to my credit card even after I removed their software from my computer. Two renewal charges -2007 and 2008. I notice most recent charge and had it removed and then found charge for 2007. Customer support in India repeatedly cited their 60 day policy and refuse to credit my card. This is especially offensive because I removed Norton software from my computer because it was so intrusive. Furthermore, I had to buy special software to uninstall Norton because it refused to be uninstalled otherwise.

    The extra charge of 42.39 on my credit card is a small part of this. The automatic renewal feature of the software is not easily found, its default should be in the off position, and in any circumstance it should cease to function when Norton is removed from your computer.

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    Reviewed May 28, 2008

    i restored my computer last month when it was rebooting norton 360 showed up i refused to allow it but it forced itsself in my pc i dont want it but it has a firewall running and it conflicts with my avg 8 security it will not go aw ay i want it out as it ismessing up my avg which i paid for /i cant get it out norton forced its way in in spite of my refusal to admit it

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    Reviewed May 26, 2008

    I use Norton 360 antivirus "protection". My computer has been attacked by a virus and Norton wanted $99.50 to remove it. I have downloaded a free software AVG which has detected viruses that Norton has never detected.

    Questions: Why did Norton not block the viruses? Why demand $99.5 to do a job that is supposed to have been paid for when you buy Norton's software? How come a freeware can detect viruses not detected and not blocked by Norton? My opinion of Norton: incompetent, arrogant and greedy I am sure that a CLASS ACTION against Norton can be successful and would teach them a well deserved lesson

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    Reviewed May 15, 2008

    Symantec said my rebate was invalid because UPC was missing. The UPC was NOT missing. It was STAPLED! to the form. Their mailroom must have ripped it off and thrown it on the floor. Refusal to honor submissions happens REPEATEDLY with rebates. May 15, 2008 I called Symantec Customer Service. After the annoying press this or that, I was on hold from 9:56am-10:02. Voris said offer closed; nothing he can do. I asked to speak to his supervisor. On hold 10:03-10:17 Douglas wont honor; I asked for his supervisor. Hold 10:21-10:38 Christopher cant do anything about it because the offer is closed?

    I asked for corporate phone number. This line was answered by a REAL PERSON without menu and hold times! At 10:44 Jason said he will make an exception and honor my rebate, even though 3 other so-called Customer Service reps refused. He even said he would expedite the check 7-10 days instead of the usual 4-6 weeks. After an hour of my time, I finally got satisfaction. This just proves it pays to be persistent if you are in the right and are sick and tired of being ripped off by the rebate reaper.

    Issue appears to be resolved, just the mental stress of the ordeal is remaining.

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    Reviewed April 27, 2008

    I had purchased a NAV 2007 on 8.8.2007 with 1 year subscription from M/s. Touch Data, But my subscription ended on February of 2008 i.e for 6 months only. When i consulted M/s. Touch data people they told they will inform symantec but till date i have no information regarding my problems.

    I the meanwhile my system is affected with Virus. I have lost lot of my files.

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    Reviewed April 6, 2008

    I have Norton Antivirus installed on my computer. 3/29/2008 my computer was hijacked by a virus that Symantec missed. I called the support #. All I kept hearing from the off shore site was $99.95 if you want our help. Let me see your product did NOT do its job & now you want me to pay more money for help. Support knew I could not use the FREE help due to the virus damage & like a stuck recording they kept repeating $99.95. Sending a letter via fax to Corporate HQ's got me another $99.95 offer from off shore help. The product did NOT work and Symantec will NOT be held responsible!

    Business computer. I could not work. Damage to computer registry. Emotional damage due to fear of losing all my business & personal information. I felt ripped off by Symantec. What did I pay for?

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    Reviewed Jan. 23, 2008


    I Have been using Norton Computer software products since 1992 and I was pleased with the results, obviously, but I finally resolved myself to the fact they have become non-user freidly. Four months ago I removed Norton from my system and purchased security software from another source. While checking my bank statements I noticed that Norton arbitrarily and without my knowledge, renewed the service and withdrew 49.99 from my bank account. I have spent an inordinately stupid amount of time trying to contact them so as to return my money, folks there is no one home, accept their computer and it has no common sense, God forbid it ever will... there is a new word in our vocabulary Merriam CORPORATERING integrity is vanishing from the corporate world!

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    Reviewed Dec. 29, 2007

    I have been a devoted user of Symantec products for well over 10 years.

    Symantec's rebate department has again rejected another valid rebate of mine, as shown below. This is the fourth time their rebate department has done this to me in the past year. All of the required items were Stapled to the rebate form, of which I have a photocopy showing the staples. I can't explain how they could again have received my rebate form without the others.

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    Reviewed May 31, 2007


    We purchased our computer in the Fall of 2005 and immediately downloaded the Norton Antivirus software. We moved about 4 months later and did not set up our computer again until April of 2007. By then, our original software had expired. I downloaded the newest version and was told the download was successful. We tried several times to run a system scan but could not. Then, one day I noticed Norton had shut itself off.

    I called the tech support, only to speak with people overseas who could not understand me. They instructed me to download the Norton Removal tool and restart. After the tool was downloaded, it restarts automatically - only my computer would not start at all! I was transferred to about 6 different people who tried to tell me it wasn't their problem when my computer had been working fine prior to this phone call! Now... I have paid an unbelievable amount of money to try and fix it when it turns out it can't be fixed. They screwed it up so bad that the hard drive has had to be replaced on a computer that has only been used for 5 months! The customer service is rude, hard to understand, and has no idea what they are doing!

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    Reviewed May 13, 2007

    I pay Norton Security/Symantec $69.99 a year to protect my computer from viruses and spy ware, yet a virus invaded my computer and wiped out everything I had! I spent my entire Saturday trying to get help from Norton/Symantec. When I reached the first agent, he/she refused to help me and directed me elsewhere. The agent told me that it would cost an ADDITIONAL $70.00 to check my computer for this virus. Exasperated, I asked the agent why the Norton Security did not protect my computer in the first place? His response was, that is not my problem.

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    Reviewed March 13, 2007

    I tried to download the product but kept getting an error report saying the file was corrupt. I followed all the instructions and it kept happening. I’ve tried to get a refund but the company won’t even contact me.

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    Reviewed Feb. 27, 2007

    I bought an HP Pavilion in October 2006. Thirty days later the Norton Internet Security program was about to expire. I went to the Symantec web site and ordered the updated version at a cost of $69.99, plus $6.00 tax and $4.99 shipping. I promptly installed the program/software into my machine. Within the next couple of days I started noticing that my computer was not only slowing down, but some of the programs I rely on the most would no longer open.

    The technician had me down load and run Norton Removal Tool and then step by step instructions to re-install the software. Then I noticed that when I opened that program, I did not have Parental Controls or a Firewall. I contacted the same technician and was told to ignore it, as it was just the nature of the program.

    Thinking it was my mistake, I contacted MusicMatch to find out why that program stopped functioning as I had paid for an up-grade for it also. They had me remove and re-install their program. It still would not function. I mentioned the problems with Norton. They informed that Symantec acknowledges that a conflict does exist but never got back to them with a solution.

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    Reviewed Jan. 16, 2007

    I bought a Norton program to protect my computer from viruses. I bought it from Staples Office Products. A series of rebates were offered, such that if all rebates were given, the program would be free. With one of my rebates, I sent the wrong receipt; it was for a return of another Norton program that did not qualify. Weeks later, Norton's rebate company notified me of my mistake. I immediately found and mailed the correct receipt.

    Weeks later, they notified me that my receipt arrived after their deadline. OK, my mistake was the root cause of my problem. However, 2 or 3 months later, I began to receive emails from Norton that my program was corrupted, and I should uninstall it then re-install. I did, but within 2 weeks, I began receiving the same message, again. I sent an email to Norton, telling them of my experience, and they replied, asking for all sorts of detailed info about my purchase and the identity of my program. I did not reply for 2 or 3 weeks.

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    Reviewed Jan. 10, 2007

    Bought a new sealed box of NIS 2007 and followed the instructions per Norton tech support and pamphlet that came with the software. The download showed it installed successfully then would display in the following box that there had been a problem and to download Norton uninstall tool and reload after re-boot. I tried to install three times doing the above instructions and came up with the same results.

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    Reviewed Jan. 5, 2007

    My 2004 version of Norton Antivirus diagnosed a virus on my computer and recommended I upgrade the antivirus so that I could remove the threat. I paid for the 2007 upgrade and extended download service but I was unable to install the upgrade. First I had to uninstall the older version, then I was told there was a pending installation of other software. When these issues were solved the installation still would not progress farther than file extraction. Through the purchase confirmation email, I found a link for Technical Support Autofix which told me I had W32.Sober@mm on my PC.

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    Reviewed April 3, 2006

    I ordered the Anti-Virus for my computer because I kept getting the message from Norton to renew. I received an e-mail from Symantec saying they had received the $48.98, but I never got the service. Now I am getting popups, etc. Customer service was very rude.

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    Reviewed March 15, 2006

    Purchased Norton Anti-Virus for computer. Could not activate due to improper code. Three times contacted tech support and proven defective. Told to mail the CD to the above address and it would be 4 days turn around for new software. I have called back three times and keep getting told 4 more days. It has been over a month.

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    Reviewed Feb. 22, 2006

    I had 2 rebates submitted to Symantec per the 'advertised special' with Turbo Tax...buy Turbo Tax, submit the other 2 rebates to Symantec and Norton is basically free. HAH! There were 2 rebates, one for $40 and one for $20, both requested the same UPC, I could only send in one, since the box only had one. I made a copy of the UPC with an explanation and sent the original on the other. They have called both of my rebate submissions invalid.

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    Reviewed Nov. 25, 2005

    After purchasing Norton Internet Security, I completed and submitted the necessary paperwork to receive two separate $30 rebates. I purchased the software online through BestBuy.com and downloaded the program. Several weeks later I received a postcard stating that one of my rebate requests was invalid because it did not include a proof of purchase.

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    Reviewed Jan. 17, 2005


    I sent in for my $20 rebate on the Norton AntiVirus 2005 software on September 14, 2004. When calling the Rebate Status Hotline at 1-866-206-8800 they indicate no record of receiving my paperwork. I have tried emailing Norton to no avail. I have also read about other people having problems getting rebates from Symantec.

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    Reviewed Nov. 30, 2004


    I cannot stand Norton Antivirus ware. I paid for an upgraded subscription which is supposed to let me choose whether or not to block something. Norton takes over my options and totally ignores if I choose to permit something to go through. It continues to pop up where I am supposed to be able to choose whether or not to block or permit, but again, Norton wants to decide. I have attempted to contact the Norton people to no avail. I have written up a complaint to them and have not heard back. (Their software probably deleted it.) I cannot find a telephone number to call them.

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    Reviewed Aug. 23, 2004

    My $30 USD rebate check #00196445 was written on a Canadian 'Bank of Montreal' form, so my Bank of America deposit was debited $7.86 for the conversion from Canadian funds. The Rebate Center Tracking Results showed that my rebate request #11821490 on Symantec, Inc. Norton Personal Firewall was received 8-09-2004, and was honored for Mail-in Promo 03-63190 as meeting the submission requirements. My purchase of the Symantec product was from Amazon online for delivery in Abilene, Texas. Why was this transaction treated as a Canadian rebate?


    I was promised a $30 USD Rebate, not $22.14 . I will be satified with a valid check for $7.86 USD.

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    Reviewed Jan. 26, 2004


    I purchased Noron AntiVirus, Turbotax, and Quicken at Office Depot because of the 3 rebates offered from Symantec and Intuit. The only product I really needed was Norton Antivirus. 2 of my rebate submissions were denied and one was not even acknowledged.

    My original submissions were accurate and complete. I resubmitted one rebate to Symantec with a copy of the receipt, but they want the original receipt even though no documentation requires the original, only a legible copy of it. Since I am trying to get paid for 3 rebates, I am reluctant to release the original and do not believe that even then they would pay it.


    I am still waiting for $80 in rebates and have suffered extreme frustration in this process. Manufacturers should not be able to steal from us this way.

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    Reviewed Jan. 24, 2004


    Norton Antivirus no longer provides lifetime free updates. This came as a shock to me because I was used to the idea of lifetime updates with Norton. Now you get 90 days of free updates. Beyond that you must pay a subscription to get them. So why did I have to pay for the software in the first place if I must also pay an additional subscription to get proper use of the product?

    This is the equivalent of buying an egg carton without the eggs.

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    Reviewed Feb. 17, 2003

    I bought Norton Antivirus by downloading it from the Symantec Web site, then followed their instructions to get my rebate, but received a postcard a few weeks later telling me that I wouldn't get the rebate because I didn't include the original UPC code label from the package. There not being a package, of course, that was impossible.

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    Company Name:
    Norton
    Year Founded:
    1995
    Address:
    350 Ellis Street
    City:
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    State/Province:
    CA
    Postal Code:
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