gift card
Coverage of gift card in the Nexus archive.
- PLEASE HELP: i think i fell for an "accidentally reported you" steam scam
A user reported falling for a Steam scam where a person claimed to have accidentally reported their account for fraud, tricking them into logging out and sending a confirmation code. The scammer then attempted to solicit a $50 gift card purchase to 'prove' the account's innocence, but the user refused and contacted Steam support.
- [US] Could someone explain how this scam works?
Mark's friend sent him money to purchase Razer Gold gift cards, claiming they were for a family member. Mark spent $1200 on gift cards, but now suspects his friend is scamming him. The friend provided a photo to verify the transaction, raising further suspicion.
- ‘Got $1,500 out there’: Father bought tablet for son on app, says getting a refund was trouble
Craig Sheltra purchased an iPad via Walmart's app from a third-party seller for his son but faced a weeks-long refund issue after returning it. Despite spending $1,500 on a replacement device, Walmart eventually resolved the refund and provided a gift card for inconvenience.
- I’m considering selling Bitcoin on HodlHodl for a gift card, but what prevents a buyer from providing a previously used gift card that has no remaining balance? What safeguards are in place to protect me?
A user on HodlHodl is concerned about selling Bitcoin for gift cards, fearing buyers might provide used gift cards with no remaining balance. They ask if verifying the gift card balance is required and whether this occurs before releasing Bitcoin funds.
- On HodlHodl, I’m willing to sell my Bitcoin in exchange for a gift card, but what stops someone from sending me a used gift card with no balance?
A user on HodlHodl raises concerns about selling Bitcoin for gift cards, specifically fearing fraud from receiving used gift cards with no balance. They question whether the gift card balance should be verified before releasing Bitcoin funds.