Snapwise Inc. is the Canadian software company behind Ground News, a subscription news comparison and media bias tracking platform. Charges from “Snapwise Inc.” often relate to Ground News subscription payments, particularly those processed via PayPal or online card billing.
Snapwise Inc. is a Canadian technology company that develops tools for analyzing and comparing news coverage, best known for its Ground News platform. Ground News aggregates articles from thousands of news sources and presents them with bias ratings, coverage comparisons, and analysis features that help users see how different outlets report on the same story. The company holds patents related to systems that generate information about news items and coverage patterns, reflecting its focus on data‑driven media analysis and visualization.
A charge labeled “SNAPWISE INC. PURCHASE … WEB ID: 770510487C” is typically associated with a Ground News subscription or related digital purchase processed online, often through PayPal or ACH/online banking rails. Ground News uses Snapwise Inc. as the merchant of record for billing, and its own support documentation notes that PayPal subscriptions for Ground News will appear under “Snapwise Inc.” on users’ accounts. Depending on the plan, the charge may be monthly or annual, and may follow a free trial, promotional period, or renewal of an existing subscription.
If you’re unsure about a Snapwise Inc. charge, first log into your Ground News account (website or app) and check the Subscription, Billing, or Account settings for your current plan, renewal date, and payment method. For PayPal or card payments, you can also review the transaction details in your PayPal or bank portal to confirm that the billing agreement lists Snapwise Inc. as the payee. If the charge is unexpected, look for multiple Ground News accounts under different email addresses, and then contact Ground News/Snapwise support through the help center on ground.news or via the support link in the app to request clarification, cancellation, or a refund review.
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These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Snapwise Inc..
Why do I see a charge from Snapwise Inc. on my bank or PayPal statement?
Snapwise Inc. is the merchant of record for Ground News, a subscription news comparison platform. If you’ve signed up for Ground News or started a free trial, your recurring subscription or one‑time upgrade payment may appear as a charge from “Snapwise Inc.” on your card, bank, or PayPal statement rather than under the Ground News name.
What is the WEB ID 770510487C that appears with my Snapwise Inc. transaction?
The WEB ID 770510487C is an identifier used by payment processors (often for PayPal or ACH/online transfers) to route payments associated with Snapwise Inc. It does not change the nature of the charge—it still corresponds to a Ground News‑related payment—but it can help your bank trace the transaction back to the correct merchant if you open a dispute or inquiry.
How can I confirm which Ground News subscription is being billed by Snapwise Inc.?
Log into Ground News on the web or in the app using any email addresses you might have used, then go to Account or Subscription settings and check the active plan and billing method. If you pay via PayPal, open your PayPal account, go to Settings → Payments → Manage Automatic Payments, and look for an active subscription to Snapwise Inc.; this will show which Ground News subscription is linked to that charge.
How do I cancel a recurring Snapwise Inc. (Ground News) subscription?
To cancel, sign in to your Ground News account, open the Subscription or Billing section, and use the provided option to cancel or turn off auto‑renew. If you subscribed through PayPal, you can also cancel by going to PayPal’s “Automatic Payments” section, selecting Snapwise Inc., and choosing Cancel. After cancellation, your Ground News access typically continues until the end of the current billing period.
Can I get a refund for a Snapwise Inc. charge I didn’t expect?
Refunds are handled case‑by‑case. First, verify that no one in your household signed up for Ground News with your payment details. If you still don’t recognize the charge or were billed after cancellation, contact Ground News/Snapwise support through the help center on ground.news or via the app, provide the transaction date, amount, and last four digits of the card or the PayPal transaction ID, and request a review for a possible refund or adjustment. You can also ask your bank or PayPal for assistance if you suspect unauthorized use.
What are the common amounts for Snapwise Inc. (Ground News) charges?
Snapwise Inc. charges typically correspond to Ground News subscription tiers, which may be billed monthly or annually and can vary by region, promotion, and currency. You might see smaller monthly amounts for standard plans and larger single charges for annual or discounted multi‑month plans. To see the exact price you agreed to, check your original Ground News purchase confirmation email or the Subscription section inside your Ground News account.
Why do I see multiple Snapwise Inc. charges in the same month?
Multiple charges may occur if you upgraded from a monthly to an annual plan, started a new subscription under a different email, or if a previous payment attempt failed and was re‑tried later. In some cases you may also see an initial temporary authorization or verification charge that later disappears. Review your Ground News account(s) and your PayPal or card portal for subscription details, then contact support if any charge still appears incorrect.
How do I contact Snapwise Inc. or Ground News about a billing issue?
For billing questions, go to the Ground News website and open the Help or Support section, or use the in‑app support/contact option to submit a ticket. Include your account email, approximate charge date, amount, and how you paid (card or PayPal). If your payment was via PayPal, you can also start from the PayPal transaction details page and use their resolution tools while noting that the merchant is Snapwise Inc.