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Defensive eBay - Beware the Dark Side of eBay

Despite the core values of eBay, this planet wide market place is littered with "dark" eBayers. They haunt every eBay market tricking buyer's into parting with there hard earned money. I, myself, have been one of the victims.

This evil has now reared its ugly head in the eBay.ph community. Many buyers have been lured into their ever increasing traps. Let this lens be their shield against this darkness. Let this be their torch to sanctuary.

Let this be called defensive eBay!!!

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Contents at a Glance

13 Red Flags to Warn a Bidder of a Fraud...
eBay Philippines - The Bayanihan Spirit
Defensive eBay - Vigilance is the Key
My Favorite eBay Books and Videos

13 Red Flags to Warn a Bidder of a Fraudulent Transaction

...nope no monkey involved here...

As one of the first members in eBay.ph, I've had the privilege to observe the evolution of eBay. It has evolved into one of the top... no actually the top online marketplace in the country.

As such, it has ushered in a new breed of shoppers and sellers... and FRAUDSTERS. This unscrupulous people from around the globe constantly prey on innocent buyers. Newly exposed to the wonders and perils of online transactions, this "newbie" buyers constantly tread the traps of online fraud.

Like the Bayanihan spirit we Filipinos are known for... we have been helping each other combat eBay fraud constantly. Filipino or not, everybody is welcome to take part of the golden nuggets of eBay wisdom we have gathered through the years. Join our community: eBay NEWBIE | eBay HOME BOARD

Outlined below are 13 Red Flags to Warn a Bidder of a Fraudulent Transaction. It was first created by an eBay user, jenny_lake, and adopted by eBay.ph eBay master, katana_hunter. Its importance was recognized by eBay and is pinned to the top of the forums... serving as a reminder to everybody.

A popular item is offered for a price which seems too good to be true

An 'off-eBay' transaction is conducted through email

Payment options provide little or no security for the buyer

Misleading claims of transaction security or buyer protection

Item is no longer listed on eBay

The sellers location may be a clue to a fraudulent transaction

Item is listed on a hijacked account

Free shipping from a distant country

No photo or stock photos are used

One to three day auctions

Escrow other than escrow.com is used

A fraudulent Second Chance Offer is sent

The bidder needs to be pre-approved or the item is listed in a private auction

A detailed explanation of the 13 Red Flags to Warn a Bidder of a Fraudulent Transaction can read here - RED FLAGS

A special thread just for this topic is also found here, courtesy of katana_hunter - Red Flags for Bidders

eBay Philippines - The Bayanihan Spirit

Defensive eBay - Vigilance is the Key

...help others stay away from disaster...

Surely you have your own tip or checklist when buying on eBay or transacting online. Share this and help people stay away from the clutches of fraudsters. Let others learn from your mistakes.

eBay Philippines - DEFENSIVE eBAY | Protect Yourself

Defensive eBay - Beware the Dark Side of eBay

Contents at a Glance

Contents at a Glance

“I hear, and I forget. I see, and I remember. I do, and I understand.”

13 Red Flags to Warn a Bidder of a Fraudulent Transaction

...nope no monkey involved here...

Defensive eBay - Vigilance is the Key

...help others stay away from disaster...

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Do not use Western Union

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Check their ratings, and read them all

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Don't accept money for shipping agents

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Read the terms

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Beware of cell phone payments

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Beware of buyers and sellers from Spain, Italy, Nigeria

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http://shop.eaglearchery.com/browse.cfm/clothing/2,1.html

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http://shop.eaglearchery.com/browse.cfm/apple-archery-products/2,524.html

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http://shop.eaglearchery.com/browse.cfm/g5-montec-cs-100-grain-broadhead-3-pack/4,10064.html

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http://shop.eaglearchery.com/browse.cfm/new-archery-products/2,33.html

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My Favorite eBay Books and Videos

...yep because I've read each one of them...

...and very effective how to videos

Report eBay Fraud and Scam here!!!

...every Filipino should know this.

Defensive eBay Tips - A Presentation

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