What is the safest way avoid getting scammed on Paypal?

Discussion in 'PayPal' started by samie, Apr 22, 2011.

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  1. #1
    Hey all!

    I'm the type who is very cautious when it comes to the internet and scams and I have never been scammed so far. But in regards to Paypal I am considering buying/selling domain names and also providing web services.

    Do you guys have any suggestions on how I can avoid scams? Like I've heard of people getting the money sent to them first and then they provide the domain name or service and then the money gets reversed :| I haven't used Paypal too much so I'm just curious if you guys have any tips for me :)

    Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!
     
    samie, Apr 22, 2011 IP
  2. Moses8595

    Moses8595 Peon

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    Check the buyer iterdwe & reputation first
     
    Moses8595, Apr 22, 2011 IP
  3. Mega B

    Mega B Well-Known Member

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    The 1st thing i would do is check the feedback and itrader for the member that you are looking at dealing with,albeit its not totally bullit proof it would give you a good idea what the person is like.
     
    Mega B, Apr 22, 2011 IP
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    Card Well-Known Member

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    The main way to avoid scam is to always deal with trusted people who are having good reputation and always take payments to your Paypal from verified Paypal accounts :)
     
    Last edited: Apr 22, 2011
    Card, Apr 22, 2011 IP
  5. samie

    samie Member

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    Thanks Guys! :p I'll make sure to check that if I'm doing any bigger deals :)
     
    samie, Apr 23, 2011 IP
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    Digital_shubhi Illustrious Member

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    Don't use PayPal for bigger deals. :) Use Escrow and stay safe.
     
    Digital_shubhi, Apr 23, 2011 IP
  7. HostHatch

    HostHatch Greenhorn

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    Yeah, PayPal with large amounts if not very safe. Unless you have full proof that you are being scammed, PayPal may not always be in your favor if a dispute is opened by the other party. Just play it safe, and there are other alternatives for large amounts other than PayPal as stated above. I have learned this the hard way. Good luck! :)
     
    HostHatch, Apr 23, 2011 IP