How to Avoid Scams When Buying UC and Gems

"UC at half price!" "Instant top-up, no middleman!" — you've seen these lines a lot. Some are real, but many are traps. Let's learn how to buy safely.

Signs of a suspicious seller

• Their price is much lower than everyone else's (if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is).
• They only ask for prepayment and then stop responding.
• Their site URL looks odd or was just created.
• Instead of an official payment gateway, they say "just wire the money."

Check before you buy

Before sending money, search the shop name, ID, or even card number on GameGuard. We show you a risk score, and you'll see if anyone has filed a complaint against that seller before.

⚠️ The risk score isn't a final verdict, but it helps you make a better decision.

Golden rules for safe purchases

1. Buy from known shops whenever possible (see the list of trusted stores).
2. Use an official payment gateway — not a direct transfer to a stranger.
3. Never give your account password to a seller.
4. If you got scammed, report it so others don't fall for the same trap.

Your money matters. A few minutes of checking can save you a lot of regret.