===== Avoiding Fraud and Scams =====

One of the biggest problems general marketplaces including vFlyer to deal with is the potential for Internet fraud and scams! 

**Please read and take the following steps to avoid common Internet scams and fraud.**
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  * Never Wire Funds using Western Union, Moneygram or Other Wire Services
  * Fake Cashier Checks and Money Orders are COMMON and should be avoided
  * Never Give Out Personal Financial Information
  * Remember vFlyer is not involved in any transaction and we do not handle payments or make any guarantees
  * If a deal sounds too good to be true, it probably is



===== Other Resources to Help Avoid Fraud and Scams =====
There are some other resources with valuable information on how you as a buyer can avoid fraud:[br][br]
  * [[http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams.html|Craigslist - 
Avoiding Scams and Fraud]]
  * [[http://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=p/gen/fraud-tips-buyers-outside|PayPal - Fraud Prevention Tips For Buyers]]
  * [[http://pages.ebay.com/securitycenter/avoiding_fraud.html|eBay - Avoiding Fraud]]
  * [[http://www.ic3.gov/preventiontips.aspx|Internet Crime Prevention Tips]]




===== Can I Trust a Seller? =====

Remember that sellers using vFlyer are not affiliated with vFlyer or the marketplace you might have seen the flyer in (Craigslist, Google, Oodle, i.e.).  Therefore, it is important **learn as much about the seller** as possible before conducting a transaction. 






===== Reporting Frauds and Scrams =====
At vFlyer we try to identify fraudulent ads and sellers as quickly as possible. Flyers in certain categories have built-in features that warn prospective buyers on potential fraud.  If you are uncertain about a transaction, we suggest you call the seller. If you still don't feel comfortable after speaking with the seller, refuse to do through with the transaction. 

If you suspect that a a flyer may be part of a scam, please contact us at [[mailto:scam@vflyer.com|scam@vflyer.com]]. Please be sure to include a link to the flyer or the flyer's ID.


If you feel you are a victim of a scam please contact the appropriate law enforcement authorities, these include:

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  * Call the FTC  Hotline: **877-FTC-HELP (877-382-4357)**
  * In Canada, Call the Canadian PhoneBusters Hotline: **888-495-8501**

  * [[http://www.ftc.gov|File a FTC Online Complaint - Form]]
  * [[http://www.ic3.gov|Contact the Internet Fraud Complaint Center]]

  * Call the non-emergency number for your local police department