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| firebriar | 08-09-2026 10:28 PM |
conned by buyer
I sold a gift card physical not digital. (shipped it to the buyer. he receives it and scratches the code and sends me pictures saying code has been redeemed by someone else. this gift card was double sealed in the package and could not have been used plus the buyer stated that he scratched it off and entered the code. he states the game company is telling him that the code has been redeemed.
he started a dispute for a refund. I reported him to ebay. am I screwed or is it a chance of this going in my favor? |
| Rodrigue7 | 08-09-2026 11:00 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
If I were in your position, I would contact the company myself as soon as possible and ask them to provide the exact date and time when the code was used.
You can then send a copy of their response to eBay.
What is the buyer's account creation date? |
| firebriar | 08-09-2026 11:22 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by Rodrigue7
(Post 1270585)
If I were in your position, I would contact the company myself as soon as possible and ask them to provide the exact date and time when the code was used.
You can then send a copy of their response to eBay.
What is the buyer's account creation date?
| I will check on the buyers account creation date tomorrow but I do know the are a seller. they have a pokemon card listed now. if this doesn't got in my favor or if I have to refund them or choose to refund. I will wait 8 months if I have to a purchase from them and then get my revenge! |
| firebriar | 08-09-2026 11:29 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by Rodrigue7
(Post 1270585)
If I were in your position, I would contact the company myself as soon as possible and ask them to provide the exact date and time when the code was used.
You can then send a copy of their response to eBay.
What is the buyer's account creation date?
| I will check on the buyers account creation date tomorrow but I do know the are a seller. they have a pokemon card listed now. if this doesn't got in my favor or if I have to refund them or choose to refund. I will wait 8 months if I have to just so I can purchase from them and then get... REVENGE! |
| murdered_by_ebay | 08-10-2026 12:20 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
if they are a seller on ebay just report them for counterfeits , report them a few thousand times from various accounts and continue doing it constantly every day |
| phaz0rz | 08-10-2026 08:57 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by murdered_by_ebay
(Post 1270588)
if they are a seller on ebay just report them for counterfeits , report them a few thousand times from various accounts and continue doing it constantly every day
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Scammy behavior like that won't get you very far with eBay. |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by firebriar
(Post 1270583)
I sold a gift card physical not digital. (shipped it to the buyer. he receives it and scratches the code and sends me pictures saying code has been redeemed by someone else. this gift card was double sealed in the package and could not have been used plus the buyer stated that he scratched it off and entered the code. he states the game company is telling him that the code has been redeemed.
he started a dispute for a refund. I reported him to ebay. am I screwed or is it a chance of this going in my favor?
| What was the amount of the sale firebriar? |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by murdered_by_ebay
(Post 1270588)
if they are a seller on ebay just report them for counterfeits , report them a few thousand times from various accounts and continue doing it constantly every day
| Feels way too much effort vs reward...and cost of time. |
| murdered_by_ebay | 08-10-2026 04:08 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by phaz0rz
(Post 1270600)
Scammy behavior like that won't get you very far with eBay.
| reporting people for counterfeits works perfectly fine , no need to buy anything , ebay removes items based on random reports. it just has to be many reports , proof not needed |
| phaz0rz | 08-10-2026 06:38 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by murdered_by_ebay
(Post 1270619)
reporting people for counterfeits works perfectly fine , no need to buy anything , ebay removes items based on random reports. it just has to be many reports , proof not needed
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I get what you're saying man but it's really not necessary. ;) |
| SaiJin | 08-10-2026 07:39 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
OP, did you figure out the gift card situation?
This is new for me too |
| agent006140 | 08-10-2026 07:55 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
could this be a ⊗⊗⊗⊗ gift card?
what does it take to make those cards? |
| firebriar | 08-10-2026 09:22 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by agent006140
(Post 1270627)
could this be a ⊗⊗⊗⊗ gift card?
what does it take to make those cards?
| no it's not a ⊗⊗⊗⊗ gift card. I purchased it myself from work and received the activation receipt along with my actual receipt. I've asked 3 other coworkers 2 being managers and they've stated that we've had no complaints or returns |
| firebriar | 08-10-2026 09:30 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by SaiJin
(Post 1270624)
OP, did you figure out the gift card situation?
This is new for me too
| ebay is giving me until August 13, 2026 to respond. they've got more than 10 positive feedback but less than 30. no negatives or neutrals. they have been on ebay for more than 2 years but less than 10. I still haven't received word from ebay on the status of my report for reporting a buyer. I just see that return requested . Resolve this request by Aug 13 The buyer reported an issue with the item. You can choose how you'd like to respond to their request.
If you don't resolve this request by Aug 13, the buyer can ask us to step in and help.
Return Reason
Doesn't match description or photos
Comments
buyers comments about purchasing a physical gift card. that advertised as new. it arrived with the pin scratch off area intact. i personally scratched it, but company immediately says the code has been already redeemed.
How would you like to proceed?
Accept the return
Offer a full or partial refund.
this has me bummed out and pissed off! |
| firebriar | 08-10-2026 09:36 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
even if they are telling the truth. how is it my fault? they're in touch with the company that the card offers service for |
| murdered_by_ebay | 08-11-2026 06:23 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
what is the amount? |
| agent006140 | 08-11-2026 07:43 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by firebriar
(Post 1270631)
even if they are telling the truth. how is it my fault? they're in touch with the company that the card offers service for
| You are the seller,you are responsible for the integrity of product and services you offer on a sales forum.
You should get in touch with the seller (whoever sold or give you the card) and learn the truth.
where did you get the card?
You will probably lose the case ,as Ebay AI will refund him in full,provide a shipping label for him to return the card,you will pay the return shipping.
When you get the card back,you can contact whoever sold you the card . |
| firebriar | 08-11-2026 10:36 PM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by agent006140
(Post 1270644)
You are the seller,you are responsible for the integrity of product and services you offer on a sales forum.
You should get in touch with the seller (whoever sold or give you the card) and learn the truth.
where did you get the card?
You will probably lose the case ,as Ebay AI will refund him in full,provide a shipping label for him to return the card,you will pay the return shipping.
When you get the card back,you can contact whoever sold you the card .
| do you not pay attention? I PURCHASED THE CARD FROM THE STORE I WORK AT! I PICKED THE CARD OUT BROUGHT IT TO THE REGISTER AND PURCHASED IT AND RECEIVED AN ACTIVATION RECEIPT ALONG WITH MY REGULAR RECEIPT. DAMN READ - COMPREHEND - THEN READ AGAIN |
| firebriar | 08-12-2026 02:01 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
sad part is he gave me positive feedback the day of purchasing. so I may just refund him and let him keep it since I will most likely lose the case |
| agent006140 | 08-12-2026 06:56 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by firebriar
(Post 1270666)
do you not pay attention? I PURCHASED THE CARD FROM THE STORE I WORK AT! I PICKED THE CARD OUT BROUGHT IT TO THE REGISTER AND PURCHASED IT AND RECEIVED AN ACTIVATION RECEIPT ALONG WITH MY REGULAR RECEIPT. DAMN READ - COMPREHEND - THEN READ AGAIN
| dont take it out on me,it is your loss,not mine,ENJOY YOUR LOSS AND TAKE A LESSON IN HUMILITY !
It means nothing,i would say you shoplift that card and KARMA STRIKES,you get punished for your deed ! |
| agent006140 | 08-12-2026 07:01 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
Quote:
Originally Posted by firebriar
(Post 1270666)
do you not pay attention? I PURCHASED THE CARD FROM THE STORE I WORK AT! I PICKED THE CARD OUT BROUGHT IT TO THE REGISTER AND PURCHASED IT AND RECEIVED AN ACTIVATION RECEIPT ALONG WITH MY REGULAR RECEIPT. DAMN READ - COMPREHEND - THEN READ AGAIN
| Then go back to the store or just eat the loss,no need to comprehend your petty experience |
| Automasters | 08-12-2026 07:08 AM |
Re: conned by buyer
More crap like this is happening recently, I think it's the economy fueling more scam artists... |
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