What is a FACEBK Charge on the Bank Statement?

Seeing “FACEBK” on Your Bank Statement? Here’s What It Could Mean

If you spot a charge from “FACEBK” on your bank statement, it usually means you bought something through Facebook. This could be anything from an in-app purchase in a game to boosting a post on your business page.

But what if you didn’t buy anything?

Unfortunately, sometimes “FACEBK” charges can be fraudulent. This happens when someone gets hold of your card details and uses them to pay for things on Facebook, often to fund their own ads. This type of fraud is quite common.

Usually, fraudulent charges look like this: Merchant: FACEBK *SJME4ALUE2>Menlo Park US, United States of America; MCC:7311; or FACEBK *HU9UVA4JG2>fb.me/ads, where SJME4ALUE2 or HU9UVA4JG2 part will be different in your case, as it’s just a unique ID of the transaction.

What should you do if you suspect fraud?

1. Block your card: If you’re absolutely sure you didn’t make the purchase, block your card immediately. Contact your bank to report the fraud and get a new card issued.
2. Contact Facebook: Reach out to Facebook’s support team and explain the situation. They may be able to help you get a refund.
3. Request a chargeback: If Facebook doesn’t refund you, contact your bank and ask for a “chargeback.” This is a process where the bank reverses the fraudulent transaction.

In short: A “FACEBK” charge usually means a Facebook purchase, but if you didn’t make one, act fast! Block your card, contact Facebook, and then your bank to get your money back.