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In the Matter of LendEDU

Jurisdiction
USA
Authority
Federal Trade Commission
Date
26 May 2020
Case number
Docket No. C-4719
Outcome
$350,000 in fines

Case summary

LendEDU was fined for promoting products in exchange for a fee and posting fake positive reviews on its website.

Our analysis

Accordingly:

Outcome

In the case outcome, the final order resolving the FTC's charges mandates that LendEDU and its operators are prohibited from misrepresenting the objectivity of product rankings, the impact of compensation on content, and material connections or endorsements with companies. Additionally, LendEDU is obligated to pay a fine of $350,000.

Parties

Federal Trade Commission and LendEDU