Düsseldorf Higher Regional Court classified practices of Meta Platforms Ireland Limited as unlawful. Design of order buttons that lead to an “ad-free’ subscription violates legal requirements.
Ruling marks an important victory for consumer protection and underscores the need for global companies to comply with local consumer protection laws. If you book all Meta subscriptions, it costs up to 660 euros per year. If successful, those affected could register themselves in a lawsuit register free of charge and, if successful, benefit directly.