Safer buying habits
Use trusted marketplaces with buyer protection when possible.
Fee Only Financial Planning
Check seller history, reviews, and proof of legitimacy.
Fiduciary Financial Planning
Avoid “rush” deals and sellers who refuse secure payment methods.
Professionals Only, No Salespeople
If you paid and got scammed
Save receipts, chats, and account details.
Report quickly to increase the chance of investigation and recovery steps.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learning About You
What’s the safest way to pay?
Organized Meeting
Prefer platforms with escrow/buyer protection and verify sellers carefully before paying.
Plan Meeting
Online Shopping Scams via GCash: Seller Fraud, Non‑Delivery, and Payment Traps
Implementation
Learn how online sellers scam buyers by requesting GCash payments upfront and disappearing. Use safer payment habits and verification steps.
How seller scams happen
Scammers post attractive listings and request full payment or a deposit via GCash.
After payment, they stop responding or provide fake tracking details.
Safer buying habits