PLUGG's escrow already blocks most scams. But the ones that get people always start the same way — someone trying to pull you off the platform. Here's how to recognise them in seconds.
Every one of these dies the moment you keep the trade on PLUGG.
A seller asks you to pay on WhatsApp, Telegram or bank transfer "to skip fees." There's no escrow off-platform — this is how 9 in 10 scams happen.
A ₦200k account for ₦40k. It's bait — either it doesn't exist, or it's stolen and will be reclaimed after you pay.
Someone claims to be a PLUGG rep or a trusted escrow and asks you to send funds to them directly. PLUGG never asks for money outside checkout.
A "verify your account" link that steals your password or OTP. PLUGG never asks for your password, and never for a game's one-time code.
Follow these four and you're effectively scam-proof.
All payment and chat stays on-platform, inside escrow. Off-platform means no protection.
No password, no bank OTP, no game one-time code. Ever. No legit trade needs them.
Inspect the account and change the credentials before you release funds.
Buy from verified sellers with ratings and history. New account + huge discount = walk away.
If a trade trips any of these, stop and report it.
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