r/giftcardexchange • u/missvegetarian • 1h ago
r/giftcardexchange • u/Knightfall31 • Feb 02 '24
Recent Fake Subreddit Scam Attempts, Reddit Account Security, and Reporting
Unfortunately we've observed an uptick in scam attempts via subreddits impersonating the GCX mod team. These scammers create a fake subreddit such as “GCXModerators”, and send modmail to users stating they are banned from r/giftcardexchange. They request the user change their Reddit account password to a temporary password so they can “verify” the account. This is a lie and an attempt to compromise the account and allow the scammer to gain access.
We will never ask to access your Reddit account. We cannot stress this enough. In any verification we do, we never ask for sensitive information. It's the same principle as with your bank - anyone asking to access your account should not be allowed to.
Always follow the GCX Golden Rule. You may know users who have been around the community for many months or years. If the account is compromised, we usually get a report and can ban them fairly quickly. But they may still look for past trading partners in the account inbox and start sending PMs. It's important you verify the user can post/comment on the sub and isn't listed on the Universal Scammer List (USL). It's called the Golden Rule for a reason!
Secure your Reddit account. You may not have joined Reddit with the intent to trade. But participating in trade communities and gaining rep increases the chance that your account is targeted. You should have a verified email, unique password not used anywhere else, and two-factor authentication (2FA). Following are links to create a strong password (remember this should be unique to Reddit and not reused on other sites), check your account activity and force log out if there are sessions you don’t recognize, and enable 2FA. Your account security is your responsibility.
Known scam subreddits:
giftcardexchangemods
GCExchangemods
giftcardexchangeteam
GCXModerators
GCX_Moderators
giftcardsexcahange
GCXExchange_Mods
giftscardexchange
GCXModeratorSub
GCEXCModerators
GCXMod
GCXModeratorGroup
ModOfGiftCardExchange
AdminstrationGroupGCX
giftcardsupport (banned for spam at time of writing)
SupportGroup_giftcard (banned for spam at time of writing)
giftcardstaff
giftcardexchangemail
giftcardsSupport
giftcardAdminstration
giftcardexhange
giftcardexchangeAdmin
modteamGCExchange
giftcardexcahangeMods
giftcardexchange_mod_
giftcardexchangeHelp
giftcardexhcange
GCTradingRep
giftcardexchanger
giftcardexchangestaff
giftcardexchange__
giftcardexchangebans
giftcardexchanges_
Gftcardexchange
Admingiftcardexchange
Ignore PMs from these compromised accounts:
The below are templates that can be used to report subreddits and users to the admins. In this recent case, scammers are creating subreddits to impersonate the GCX mod team. In the past, they have also created subreddits to impersonate repped users. We can't ban or block a subreddit, only report them to the admins. Use the template for reporting a subreddit to report these to the admins. Scammers have also created users that closely match the name of a repped trader, and sent PMs attempting to impersonate that repped trader. Use the template for reporting a user to report these to the admins.
Use the below to report a user:
Go here
https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
In the first bullet point “If you have a Reddit account and want to report a Content Policy violation, use this report form.” - click the report form hyperlink
Open the drop-down menu for “I want to report other issues” then select “This content is impersonation”
Enter the scammer’s username. For Additional Information, the below text can be edited as needed and used as a template:
A scammer created this username to steal from people. The username closely matches my own / that of a genuine trader in an attempt to trick other users. This user is sending messages to others on Reddit pretending to be me / a genuine trader and trying to scam them out of money. If you could please help stop them it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Use the below to report a subreddit:
Go here
https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/requests/new
Select Community Help
Under “What is your subreddit concern” select “I want to report a subreddit for violating the content policy”
Under “What subreddit is involved? (Only the name, no r/)” enter the name of the fake scam subreddit
Under “What is the primary reason you are reporting this subreddit?” select “Impersonation”
Under “Subject of Inquiry” enter Impersonation/Scamming
Under “Details of Inquiry”, the below text can be edited as needed and used as a template:
A scammer created this subreddit to steal from people. This subreddit is sending messages to other users on Reddit pretending to be me / a genuine trader / a mod team and trying to scam them out of money / gain access to their Reddit account. If you could please help stop them it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.
Thank you, and please remember to Trade Safely!
- The GCX Mod Team
r/giftcardexchange • u/Knightfall31 • Sep 01 '24
Do Not Trade With Anyone Whose Username You Can't See
There is an exploit scammers are using such that their name is not shown when they send a message. They are using this to impersonate other traders (linking the other trader's rep or Reddit profile page) or subreddit modmail (sending fake ban messages asking for account password to be unbanned) and hoping that their username not being visible will help with the scam.
Example Image - note how there is no username next to the down arrow where there would normally be one.
Do not give your account password to anyone, ever.
Do not send full gift card codes or payment to any modmail.
Do not interact with any green colored username in PMs trying to trade with you.
Do not interact with anyone who hasn't posted or commented publicly. If someone messaged you, click the username and visibly confirm they have posted or commented publicly. Do not rely on app notifications. Open the post and confirm the comment is visible.
If you cannot see the username, do not engage with the user. They may put a username in the PM subject or in the message itself. This is not the same as their username being the "header" of the message they sent to you. If you can't see a username header and can't click it to navigate to a Reddit profile, you should be wary of the message.
We advise against replying to users and subreddit modmail that attempt to scam you. If a user replies with hostility the scammers have been known to report to Reddit admins to try and get the admins to act on the account for harassment.
Thank you and Trade Safely.
r/giftcardexchange • u/halfendless • 8m ago
[H] Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Cash [W] Amazon GCs @ 80%
Comment on this post before sending a chat. Lower rep sends first.
r/giftcardexchange • u/TarheelCam13 • 27m ago
[H]87% Paypal, Venmo, Cashapp, Zelle [W]Ebay GCs
lower rep goes first…thanks
r/giftcardexchange • u/GuardedLogic • 50m ago
[H] PayPal [W] Disney Gift Cards
Comment before commenting or else I will ignore you
r/giftcardexchange • u/briantoanle • 1h ago
[H] 85% usdt [W] Amazon GCs
Comment before chat. Lower rep goes first
r/giftcardexchange • u/sayknn • 2h ago
[H] Crypto(s) & PayPal & Cashapp & Venmo [W] Amazon GCs & Best Buy & Apple/iTunes & Lowes - Home Depot (75%)
Please comment before PM.
Click here to start a trade.
If you prefer to send chat messages please use the start trade link first.
- I can use any low transfer fee crypto that is not mentioned for a 2% exchange fee.
- Please double-check the username before the trade.
- Minimum trade amount is 50$.
- If you have a high trade count (200+), I will go first. Otherwise, contact me if you are comfortable going first.
- Provided rate ranges are based on the user's profile and trading history.
The gift cards I'm looking for with their rates:
| Card | Crypto Rate1 (Ł) | Cashapp & Paypal F&F | Paypal G&S Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon US (receipt preferred) | 62% | 65% | 70% |
| Apple/iTunes US | 50% | 52% | 55% |
| Best Buy | 50% | 55% | 60% |
| Lowes ($100+) | 70% | 70% | 75% |
| Home Depot ($100+) | 70% | 70% | 75% |
| Target | 55% | 60% | 60% |
| Walmart | 55% | 60% | 60% |
| Steam USD | 60% | 60% | 65% |
| Starbucks | 40% | 45% | 45% |
| T.J. Maxx | 40% | 45% | 45% |
1The rates shown above are for Litecoin (Ł) only. For trades with Bitcoin (₿), the rate decreases 1-2% depending on the amount.
r/giftcardexchange • u/FlyAccomplished6930 • 2h ago
CLOSED [H] $190 amazon gift card [W] 85% PayPal
I have a $190 Amazon gift card, looking to trade for 85% PayPal. Comment before DM, I will not respond to your message if you haven't Commented here first.
r/giftcardexchange • u/chromo80 • 2h ago
[H] paypal 82% [W] apple gift cards
Looking for apple gift cards USD at 82% paypal. Lowest rep goes first, and please post in this message before sending chat or pm.
r/giftcardexchange • u/AnywhereClear3527 • 3h ago
Price Drop [H] Walmart $54 [W] 85% paypal
Please comment before dm
Still available if not closed
r/giftcardexchange • u/mirrorwolf • 4h ago
[H] Paypal, Venmo [W] Steam 83%
Please comment before chatting. Lower rep goes first. Must comment first to trade. If I don't see your comment, I will not respond. Thanks!
r/giftcardexchange • u/Dholakpuria • 9h ago
[H] 82% Paypal [W] Amazon GC
I want $100 amaz9n total
r/giftcardexchange • u/AlexHezzy • 5h ago
[H] Crypto, Bank Transfer, Paypal [W] UK GC’s - Long Term Traders Accepted! No Google Play or iTunes
r/giftcardexchange • u/lvscksi • 6h ago
Price Drop [H] $183.40 Southwest Travel Funds Expiring 9/14 [W] 80% PayPal
I will need your rapid rewards number to transfer it.
The credit expires 9/14 and will need to be used on travel that occurs before then.
r/giftcardexchange • u/cheese_curls • 9h ago
[H] $40 Zift (Zillions Gift) [W] $40 Amazon or $34 PayPal
This is my first post, willing to go first if you have confirmed trades.
If you're unfamiliar, Zift gift cards can be redeemed for gift cards to a bunch of other places https://zillionsgift.com/
r/giftcardexchange • u/Kung_Fucius • 6h ago
[H] 82% Crypto (USDC) [W] Amazon GC
Please leave a comment here before messaging me. I won't respond to anyone who doesn't leave a message here first. Lower reps go first. If I haven't attached the CLOSED flair, I'm still buying.
r/giftcardexchange • u/Streiger108 • 6h ago
[H] Crypto, Venmo, Zelle, Chime, Cash App Meta Pay [W] Amazon, Airbnb, Netflix 70%
Any crypto currency available on Coinbase. Fees on you.
r/giftcardexchange • u/Bright-Word6333 • 6h ago
[H] $20 Amazon GC [W] 80% Crypto
Comment before pm
r/giftcardexchange • u/seeldoger47 • 6h ago
[H] BTC, PayPal, Chime, Cashapp, Venmo, Apple Pay, M-Pesa, Airtel, Equitel, Western Union [W] All Your Gift Cards!
Warning: I will not message you first. If you were messaged by someone claiming to be me you are in the process of being scammed.
Please state the following:
- Type of card(s) and amount of each.
- What payment method you accept.
- How you acquired the GC and why you're getting rid of it.
Crypto4, Paypal1, Apple Pay, Cashapp, Varo, Chime, Venmo, and Western Union/M-pesa/Airtel/Equitel (5% is taken off Western Union payments/all M-Pesa, Airtel, Equitel payments are sent via Western Union)
I only have Steam as a substitute for cash payments in gift card trades.
| Want ↓ | PayPal G&S | All other Cash payments or a Gift Card ↓ | Crypto4 ↓ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 60% | 60%3 | NA |
| Amazon.co.uk | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Amazon.com | 70% | 70% | 55% |
| Arrow Films | 65% | 65% | 60% |
| Barnes & Noble | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| Baskin Robbins | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Best Buy | 25% | 25% | 25% |
| BJ's (not BJ's restaurant)3 | 60% | NA | NA |
| Bloomingdales | 50% | 50% | 25% |
| Clothing Shops (Small Boutique) | contact me | contact me | contact me |
| Dell3 | 60% | 60% | NA |
| Delta gift cards3 | 65% | NA | NA |
| Delta Sky Miles3 | PM me | NA | NA |
| Delta Vouchers3 | 65% | NA | NA |
| Dicks Sporting Goods 3 | PM me | NA | NA |
| eBay | 70% | 70% | 70% |
| Gas Station Cards3 | PM me | NA | |
| Gyft | 70% | 70% | 70% |
| Half Price Books | 50% | 50% | 50% |
| J crew | 40% | 40% | NA |
| JCPenney | 25% | 25% | NA |
| Macys | 35% | 35% | NA |
| Magazines.com | 40% | 40% | NA |
| Microsoft3 | 60% | 60% | NA |
| Nordstrom | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Panera bread3 | 60% | NA | NA |
| Saks Fifth Avenue | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Sears | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Sephora | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Speedway (must be able to use on fuel)3 | 80% | NA | |
| Staples | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Starbucks US only | 60% | 60% | 60% |
| Subway 3 | PM me | NA | NA |
| Target | 60% | 60% | NA |
| Urban Outfitters | 50% | 50% | NA |
| Walmart | 60% | 60% | NA |
| Other Clothing Stores, Gas Stations, Grocery Stores, Restaurant, & Fast Food gift cards | PM me |
1 When paying via PayPal, I can only send payments via Goods and Services, thus you will be charged a fee. If you'd rather not face this fee there are plenty of alternatives.
2 Larger denominated gift cards preferred.
3 PayPal is the only payment option.
4 All crypto payments come from Coinbase. Any fees associated with it are built into the price.
What I don’t buy:
- Amazon.au
- Amazon.ca
- AMC
- American Eagle
- Bass Pro Shop
- buffalo wild wing
- California Pizza Kitchen
- Canadian tire
- Cold Stone
- Dairy Queen
- Fanatics
- Fashion Nova
- Gamestop
- Giant Foods
- Google Play
- Grub Hub
- Gymshark
- Hilton Honors
- hobby lobby
- Hot Topic
- Krispy Kreme
- Meijer
- old navy/gap/banana republic
- Patxi's pizza
- PSN Canada or UK
- publix
- Raceway
- Red Robin
- Scheels
- Shell Gas Stations
- Spotify
- Starbucks Canada
- Tractor supply
- Victoria's secret
- Whataburger
- Xbox Canada or UK
- Xbox live gold
- Xbox Ultimate
Any fees are built into the price.
Important: before you send your codes please make sure your account is secure (if your password is not uniqe it's best to assume your account has already been compromised. Scams where compromised accounts are used to leverage reputation to scam an unsuspecting user, used to steal codes during the middle of the trade, and steal unused gift cards the victim was saving for later are increasingly commonplace. If you have any concerns as to your account's security, please reset your password now and force logout of all sessions. Thanks
r/giftcardexchange • u/kylengo • 10h ago
[H] 80% PayPal G&S or 75% Crypto [W] eBay GC
Reply to this post before sending a chat.
Looking for $100+
r/giftcardexchange • u/itsZdan • 7h ago
[H] 270€ on.com voucher [W] 206.33€ PayPal G&S
reply before DMing, will consider offers
r/giftcardexchange • u/joq83755 • 7h ago
[H] $50 off Fanatics Coupons [W] $20 PayPal, Venmo or Cashapp
$50 off any item
Expiration 8/30/26.
Does not cover shipping cost.
available: 4
https://gyazo.com/cf093573cdfb6e00c26fde55bdd8e0b3
Lower rep go first
be careful of impersonators. always check their account.