Direct Digital  Reviews 

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TrustScore 2 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Where can I start, being a local firm we needed someone to handle all our advertising, digital marketing and other bits. Spoke to one of the sales managers and he passed me to an advisor who was abso... See more

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

DO NOT buy from this store associated with BIG W Marketplace. Faulty products and both them and Big W a nightmare to deal with. 20 days to get a refund after threatening legal action.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

1 only because minus isn't a possibility. Just surprised that they are still in existence, in whatever form or another. Don't bother reading further, everything that people say in the reviews is true,... See more

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Avoid at all cost miss sold arrangement Now threatening court action I’ve cancelled the direct debit because taken more than than what was agreed verbally Hidden costs in the small print, don’t take m... See more

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  1. Online Marketing Agency

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Direct Digital aspires to raise the standard of company to customer communications in private and public sectors across the globe. Providing innovative digital signage and visual communications solutions across industries and countries, creating expansive advertising networks for local businesses and worldwide brands. We succeed when we help businesses big and small succeed, helping them to directly inform customers in an impressive and rewarding way.


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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

To avoid. This is a scam and a 0 ROI

Direct Digital promises the world but delivers nothing but headaches. Their sales tactics are deceitful, their editing skills are amateurish, and their service is abysmal.

I bought an AD space for 1 location and here is what I have to say about my experience

Deceptive Sales Practices:
The sales team employs pushy tactics, making promises they never intend to fulfill. Don't fall for their smooth talk and false assurances.

Shoddy Editing:
The video editing they claim to offer is a joke. It looks like something slapped together from a cheap template, and you'll likely end up having to do the work yourself.

Hidden Fees and Misleading Contracts:
The contract is a labyrinth of tiny print designed to trip you up. They'll sneak in extra charges, and what they quote you initially bears no resemblance to what you'll aay.

Cancellation Hassles:
Trying to cancel is a nightmare. If you don't jump through hoops within a narrow window, they'll trap you into renewing your contract without your consent.

Zero ROI:
Despite their lofty promises, Direct Digital won't help you make a single penny. Save your money and invest in more effective advertising channels like Facebook outreach.

Nonexistent Customer Service:
Technical issues are a constant problem, and good luck getting any meaningful support from their team. You're left paying for a service that rarely delivers.

Lack of Transparency and Integrity:
They thrive on deceit and opacity, leaving customers feeling scammed and cheated. Don't trust a company that operates with such blatant disregard for honesty and fairness.

Now I am not in a position to pay for the last months and I asked to stop the payment since they could not show my ad for weeks with a total of months and I did not earn a single penny or call.
They agreed to reduce the payment to £50 for 2 months and then go up to 87 for 6 months. This changed nothing.
I also got charged today when the dd start the 12.
Looks like they are in a rush to get my payment so I do not know why they are so messy and do not charge the day they should of DD.

But I get it I signed the contract even though it was not the right thing for me but since the salesman cared about making the sale without truly helping you to make a decision I guess I have to report it to the fraud department.
This is simply a big scam and for as long as they can say they are in the right, well, simply read other people's reviews ( people that have not been invited)

Save yourself the headache and avoid Direct Digital at all costs. Their unethical practices and subpar services make them a company best left in the dust.

March 1, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Giuseppe D'Amato, I am saddened to read your review and sorry that you have felt it necessary to voice this on this platform. I have looked through your account and cannot find any dissatisfaction regarding your advert or dissatisfaction in relation to the service you have received. I can see that we have worked with you and had regular contact with you, whether that was by email or phone. As you have advised we have worked with you in regards to your circumstances. As with any business including your own, you must understand when a contract is signed and a service has been provided then that service needs to be paid for, as per the contract. I am sure you will agree with this.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

******** Attention

******** Attention, it seems like most of these reviews are either left by the company themselves or made up****

Please do not use this company, they have taken my money and deposit, sale representative miss sold the service to me, advert is yet to be published it has been over 3 months, I have requested my refund only for them to hide behind the TC’s.

I am now taking them to trading standards. Do your own research on this company before you sign up. I will carry on making people aware of this company for who they are.

I have asked for many manager calls which has never materialised and still waiting.

January 12, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Dear Forhad, I have made a request for more information, please would you kindly provide your account number. Once I have received your account number I will look into your issues raised.

Dear Forhad, thank you for providing us with the additional information so that I can look at your account further.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars

Absolutely a scam!!

Absolutely a scam!!
I am a business owner and they scammed me with the exact same way as the rest…
I am based in the UK btw,
stay away from them!

February 28, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hi Roxanni Spindel, thank you for the additional information supplied, please be advised the Customer Service Manager will contact you today.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good

Very good, hopefully leading to a lovely working relationship.

February 28, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Steven, thank you for your review.

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Good communication from the team

Good communication from the team, however I didn’t really see a positive impact from the advertisement. They were good to extend my advert when the display was out of order for 12 days.
Customer service was good, however a little pushy about leaving a review which has knocked a star off.

February 28, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Claire Proud, thank you for your review, we really appreciate all feedback.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Helpful

Helpful, trying to accomodate my needs.

February 23, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Emese Flick, thank you for your review, I am glad we have been helpful in trying to accommodate your needs.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Careful attention

It is very simple , they were patient . Made corrections willingly , listened carefully what i wanted and submitted the final product just as i wanted it .

December 12, 2023
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Shermine, I am glad that we were able to support you through this process and you are happy with your final product.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Good communication and professional…

Good communication and professional approach. Looking forward to seeing good results.

February 23, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Alex Makhonin, thank you for your review, I am glad there has been good communication from our staff.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

New customer

They contacted me shortly after signing my contract and have started to guide me through then design process. Staff are friendly and helpful

February 22, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Justin Waldvogel, thank you for your review, I am glad to read that our staff have been friendly and helpful.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

One of the most professional company to…

One of the most professional company to work with, especially pooja from the customer service been exceptional and very help full.

February 21, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Sufiyan Rafiq, thank you very much for your review, I am glad to hear your service has been exceptional and you have found our staff helpful.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great customer servise :)

Pooja called today to explain what to expect next regarding the advertise. It was informative call. All informations passed in a lovely manners.
Thank You :)

February 21, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hi Katy, thank you for your review, and I am glad to hear about your experience so far and how well mannered the Customer Service Staff have been. If you do require any further assistance, please do not hesitate to contact the Customer Service Team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’m very impressed with their efficient…

I’m very impressed with their efficient helpful service. And look forward to a fruitful partnership.

February 16, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hi Simon Turner, thank you very much for your review, I am glad to hear how efficient and helpful the service has been.

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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

AVOID !!! Scammers !!!!!! Instead of working on Trustpilot and…

******** Attention
******** Attention, it seems like most of these reviews are either left by the company themselves or made up****
AVOID !!!! SCAMMERS !!!!
Instead of working on Trustpilot and how to keep removing people reviews, improve your disgusting company and service .
AVOID !!! DO NOT USE THEM
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I’ve provided more information to Trustpilot and I do not wish to carryon with this conversation with you any more ! Do not disturb me if you want to find a solution for your clients , you have to read all the bad reviews that people left for you .
You are disgrace !!!!!!

AVOID !!!!
AVOID !!!!! SCAAAAMMMMM ALERT !!!!!

PLEASE READ PEOPLE REVIEW BEFORE YOU SIGN with this Absolute scam company !!!!!
Rude customer service , very unpleasant experience.
Report them to the authority !!!!
SHAME ON YOU!!!

FYI : Unfortunately , I have a contract with you , waiting to see where the contract will be breached from your side to take you down ! If you are taking the reviews seriously , leave your MD or CEO contact number for people to speak with instead of your unpleasant customer service staff !!!!! what is your name ?

FYI :I am not wiling to share my contact number in a public site , if you could introduce yourself with your name and leave me your direct number , i will then could contact you to discuss further if you wish . I do not want to name your unprofessional and unpleasant customer service people here , but if you are from the main managers , you need to let me know with your name and only your direct number or email . I refuse to speak with the woman that her name is Poo... another one Ke... and so on !
VERY VERY RUDE PEOPLE .....
Further more.... If you spend a bit of time to read people disappointing reviews in here you will probably need to spend most of your life to go through investigation... no company will survive with the disaster service and customer service like yours ....

Ian Stirland and Pooja Nadgauda,SHAME ON YOU , your name is everywhere!!!
reviews.io you are here too DISGRACE !!!!
Disgusting you all are !!!

February 15, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Hello Lili M, we go through Trustpilot as this is the forum you have chosen to voice your opinion. Unfortunately I have requested further information from you and you haven't provided this. I will do a further request information on this review for you to provide your account details, please understand that this information cannot be viewed by the general public. If you do not provide this information then we cannot look into your account, to provide an appropriate response or work with you to resolve your issues. We do learn from all reviews left but that is based on the information provided by each individual.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars

KEEP CLEAR of this Company!

KEEP CLEAR of this Company!! As many other people have said this Company is a disgrace and you should keep clear of them. The contract is clearly unfair and they make no correspondence to tell you they are rolling it over for a third year. Having had no leads whatsoever from their adverts, there is no way i would have allowed the contract to roll over had i known they intended to do this. they then try bully boy tactics to try and scare you into paying. Vijoy their "customer relation manager" is nothing but a cheat and a scoundrel. Just look at the other recent reviews - you know I'm right!!

February 15, 2024
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Reply from Direct Digital

Dear Simon Hall, I have looked carefully into your account and can see that we have provided sufficient evidence regarding your issue raised. The rolling aspect of the contract is on the first page of the contract and is also mentioned in the terms and conditions. I have read the correspondence that has been sent to you and I will confirm that this is factual, polite and at no point does it reflect bully boy tactics, nor is he a cheat or scoundrel as you have inferred. I can see that we have provided you sufficient evidence, including sending your contract for your perusal, we have closed down your complaint and moved your account on appropriately. I also need to reiterate we cannot guarantee an increase in leads, this is the nature of advertising.

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