Hey there everyone! I was sifting through my email when I came across a question that really does beg to be answered.
Daria wrote:
“I was planning on buying a new account for my boyfriend for our anniversary, but I’m not sure what to look for when it comes to shopping for an account. The whole thing makes me really nervous because of all of the scams that are out there. I liked your review of Toonstorm, but it would be nice if I could check a few places out on my own. Do you have any tips or things to look for on a site before I buy?”
Well, as a matter of fact I do. Account shopping can be hazardous if you don’t know some of the signs of a scam. So here are a few of the tips that I’ve picked up over time that can help keep you safe.
1. Avoid places like eBay and Craigslist at all costs. They are great for lots and lots of things, but SWTOR accounts are not one of them. The worst scams that I’ve ever heard of have been conducted on those sites, and the bad guys were never caught. Keep to places with business ratings that you can verify.
2. Make your purchases with credit cards or paypal. That way, you might be able to get some of your money back if things go sour. Thirty bucks to stop a payment (what my card charges) is a lot cheaper than losing 200. Avoid using Western Union or those kinds of places, and NEVER use money orders. You may as well just hand your life savings over to a known felon.
3. Double-check the site. If you find a place that looks okay, type their url into google or yahoo and see just what comes up. Dig through the forums to find out if their claims are justified, and just what kind of problems people may have had with them.
4. The best thing that you can do for yourself is find a place with a money-back guarantee. Toonstorm is one of a few places that offer this little insurance policy. It’s just a matter of them caring enough about you and your new account to put their money on the line for it.
So, I hope that helps a little. We all want to keep these deals safe, so make sure you do your homework. Buy SWTOR Account safely! Cheers!
