Avoid being Scammed online.

All of the staff hate to see members getting scammed and shitlist threads being opened. We all work very hard to protect members, deleting 100's of threads a day, and taking lots of time and care on sales/services threads that we allow through. We can only do so much to protect members though, so here are some really simple pointers to help you avoid being scammed.

1. If a user doesn't have a BST/Services thread approved by a moderator - don't buy.
2. Don't buy from anyone who started off by saying 'PM me for details', there is a reason they don't want to make their details public.
3. If something seems too good to be true - it is.
4. Exercise extreme caution when clicking on signature links where the poster doesn't have an approved BST.
5. Always make sure your payment method can be reversed if the service/product provider flakes. Don't send as a PayPal personal payment, don't western union.
6. Document and store ALL communications, including chat/IM logs
7. Always Google for the sellers e-mail address and any other information, they may have scammed other forums.
8. Stay away from threads/pm's/signatures that promote networks, do a search and due diligence before working with any network.
9. Check sellers other posts and threads, check have others complained, and how previous customers have rated and reviewed them.
10. Even if the user has an approved BST/Service thread, ensure that you check them out fully, sellers can provide excellent review copies and then become flaky.
11. Always get full contact information - don't do your business via PM. It's too easy for internet users to drop off the board when things go pear shaped.
12. Be VERY paranoid regarding dropshipping, double check all of the above points when considering a product seller.
13. Avoid any JV's where the users require you pay before you receive your own payment. Consider the value of your own accounts, and the legality, and tax implications of letting someone send traffic to your accounts.
14. Just because someone has status, a high post count, or a good reputation, does not guarantee that they will not turn rogue or resort to desperate measures, apply the above regardless of status on BHW.

I welcome any other additions to these pointers, they will be added to the list. Stay safe, make money, and achieve your dreams.

Necessary post with all of the charlatans running amok with point number 1 being key! I'm just amazed how easy it is to sucker the newbies with offers of deals too good to be true!


Thanks!

Very well put together... Awesome!

I think it's important to remind people that just because someone has a high post count or senior status, such as Jr VIP, doesn't mean they are trustworthy. They might have more to lose, but anyone can scam.

Originally Posted by Abstroose

I think it's important to remind people that just because someone has a high post count or senior status, such as Jr VIP, doesn't mean they are trustworthy. They might have more to lose, but anyone can scam.

Point 14 added to cover your very well made point.

Originally Posted by Abstroose

I think it's important to remind people that just because someone has a high post count or senior status, such as Jr VIP, doesn't mean they are trustworthy. They might have more to lose, but anyone can scam.

Wow you got a point there buddy!
Think of that goob3r scam... He was a Moderator.

Originally Posted by Abstroose

I think it's important to remind people that just because someone has a high post count or senior status, such as Jr VIP, doesn't mean they are trustworthy. They might have more to lose, but anyone can scam.

Extremely good point, well said.

very nicely explained......this will stop lots of scammy people.....

Its good to have these sort of posts - well done

I wrote one a while ago about JVs, I think its a sticky still

http://www.blackhatworld.com/blackha...se-really.html

good explained, thanks

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cheers

Great post.Thanks

I realy thankful for u

Very important point about protecting the integrity of your own accounts. Especially true in JV's. Always think things through to the end and consider ALL what if's.

Understood !

Thanks for the useful tips!

+tons

The #1 rule of thumb: if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!
Great list! Cheers!

Great post. This just proves you can never be too careful. You just never know.

thanks for the useful info. We are new to this and are getting ready to launch our webstore soon. This is all a little confusing and we have been trying to learn what we can the last couple months. As we are starting with next to no capital we are wanting to use dropshippers for our products(e-cigs). If anyone could advise us to any trusted dropshippers in this business line we would be very grateful. This is our first post in a forum and hope we are doing it right.

dats perfect but i dont need it babe

You can never be too careful. I always look at tons of reviews before I buy... it tends to help.

Great thread. You can never be too careful.

a few people get very up their nose if you ask to many questions

This is a great checklist. I should keep this handy for future reference, because I've been hacked before. Luckily I didn't lose any money, and I feel lucky I have time to prevent from losing money.

should we not consider offer for blog networks in PMs?