Some platforms like Wallapop, Ebay or Vinted In recent years, it has specialized in selling used products. In a dynamic and changing world, finding a second chance for electronics, furniture or spare parts is one thing A way to recover the investment when we sellbut also one A way to save when we shop
The process of buying and selling seems like that basic. You need to take a photo of the product in question, add a description and specify the price. But sometimes there is Users who use this process are acting in bad faith.
to’Consumers and Users Organization of Catalonia He wanted to report on the increase in fraud on these used online platforms. In a press release issued by the organization, it was confirmed that there were records of various fraud operations in it Products are between 400 and 1000 euros.
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The modus operandi of these scammers is to do the administration outside the app to save on platform costs. At the time of payment, the seller receives cEmail with a link from the supposed bankIf they click, a scam will occur with data theft and unwanted payments.
To avoid these situations, OCU Catalunya suggests acting with caution and caution. Do not keep management outside the platform And distrust profiles with little seniority and no reviews.
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