Essay Writing Service Scams: What You Need to Know

It can be easy to fall into the trap of essay writing companies that promise high-quality work at unrealistically low rates. Understand the warning signs and choose a trusted provider for your academic needs. Your success depends on it.

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Beware of Fake Review Sites

Unfortunately, not all independent review sites are as unbiased as they claim to be. In fact, a highly orchestrated scheme exists where a single organisation, disguised as a trustworthy review platform, attempts to manipulate customers. They promote their own cheap but sub-par essay writing services while actively discrediting long-established and reputable companies. Similarly, not all online discussions on Reddit stem from a genuine experience, but are part of this same dishonest strategy. That’s why it’s essential to do your research when choosing an essay writing service. Our UK-based team is available Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm, ready to discuss your project and answer any questions you may have.

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Why Oxbridge Essays is a Legitimate UK Essay Writing Service

Qualified UK-Based Academics

Many essay writing companies cut corners by farming out work to offshore, low-level, and non-English speaking academics, or by relying on AI-generated content. This results in poorly 'written' essays that fail to meet UK academic standards. Since 2006, Oxbridge Essays has worked with a well-established network of academics from top UK universities, including Oxbridge and leading red-brick institutions. With only 4% of applicants passing our rigorous selection process, our academics are highly qualified, holding Master’s degrees and PhDs.

Legally Registered in the UK

A legitimate UK-based company should be legally registered with Companies House. If a company claims to be based in the UK but does not display a valid UK company number on their website, or refuses to provide you with their registration details when asked, this should raise concerns. Oxbridge Essays is a UK-registered company (No. 14179470), part of Icarus Education Ltd, meaning that we operate under strict legal and financial regulations, paying academics the legally required UK rates.

Market-Standard Price Points

High-quality academic writing takes time, effort, and expertise, so if a price seems too good to be true, it almost certainly is. Consider that an experienced academic writer typically spends around 5 hours researching and writing 1,000 words, and that the final amount you pay doesn't only cover the company’s operational costs but also those of the academic writer working on the project. If an essay writing service is charging unrealistically low prices, such as £30 for a 1,000-word essay, it means that they are cutting costs by using AI or outsourcing the work to non-native English writers.

Credible and Verified Reviews

Fabricated reviews are a common tactic among low-quality essay writing services. Some take it even further by creating fake review platforms disguised as independent consumer protection services where they discredit reputable companies, while promoting their own. At Oxbridge Essays, we value transparency and have built our reputation on genuine client feedback. Our project managers actively check in with clients to ensure high standards and encourage honest feedback, helping us continuously improve our services.

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What Our Clients Say

Since 2006, Oxbridge Essays has helped students across the UK and internationally, delivering over 250,000 projects. Here is why they keep coming back to us:

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It is a great service. They delivered on time and the team acted professionally unlike most other businesses offering similar services.

—Erick, Master's Student

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Great service so far. From the initial registration of my assignment I received a phone call welcoming me. I felt very better knowing that they really care to understand your individual needs.

—Karmen, Undergraduate Student

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Much more professional than others. Proven service as I regularly had Zoom calls with my expert.

—Mohammad, Undergraduate Student

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Oxbridge Essays a UK-registered company?

Yes, Oxbridge Essays is a legitimate company based in the UK. We are a division of Icarus Education Ltd, a UK-registered company (No. 14179470) that is family-owned, with a strong reputation built since 2006. Our process is entirely transparent. We provide clear information about our services, pricing, and process on our website. Read our Terms and Conditions and our Privacy Policy to learn more. If you're ever in doubt, speak with one of our academic consultants over the phone, by email or via our live chat at any time during UK working hours, from Monday to Friday, 9am to 6pm.

Which universities do you source your academics from?

Our network includes academics from some of the top institutions in the UK. While many of our academics have attended Oxford and Cambridge, we also collaborate with professionals from leading red-brick UK universities and many prestigious institutions in London such as Imperial College London, UCL and King’s College London. Additionally, we work with academics from top Ivy League universities, such as Harvard or Yale, in the United States. Learn more about our academics.

Are your academics using AI?

Absolutely not. We uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and therefore we can guarantee that every project is completed by our carefully vetted human academics, not AI. Each order undergoes a meticulous quality control process, and we also use advanced software to ensure no part of the work is AI-generated. For extra peace of mind, you can purchase an AI scan of your document as an add-on service when placing your order.

Will my work and my details remain confidential?

Yes, absolutely. For every single customer we serve, we guarantee 100% customer confidentiality. We also abide by the very latest GDPR regulations and the Data Protection Act. You can ask for your account to be closed whenever you would like. You can simply call us, WhatsApp us or email us asking to close your account, and we will do that right away.

Can I read some Oxbridge Essays reviews?

Discover what our customers have to say about their experiences with us. We value genuine feedback and always encourage clients to share their honest reviews once their work is delivered. Unlike others, we prefer authenticity over anything fabricated, as we believe it helps maintain trust and transparency.

Can I view examples of work?

Yes, we offer a selection of examples, including essays, full dissertations, reports, literature reviews, and more, available for you to view and download. These examples showcase the high quality of work you can expect when you order with us, and they’re also a great resource to inspire your own writing.

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