What is GOOGLE *GOOGLEPLAY on my statement?
Most likely explanation
Most likely from Google — processed via Google. Google Play Store.
About Google
Known issues with this merchant
- –Google Play in-app purchases
- –Google One storage charges
- –Workspace billing
Risk level
Low riskRisk score: 2.8% based on fraud reports. This descriptor is consistent with a legitimate charge.
Community reports
640
18 flagged as fraud (2.8%)
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Known prefixes: GOOGLE * · GOOGLE*
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