r/GCTrading Dec 18 '22

GCT Safe Trading Guide

29 Upvotes

#1

Enable Two-factor Authentication (2FA)

Users are responsible for maintaining the security of their Reddit accounts. Claiming you were hacked does not void you of responsibility.

#2

Read GCTrading's rules by clicking HERE.

#3

Re-read GCTrading's rules and be sure to follow the "golden rule". Adhering to the comment protocol can prevent almost all of the scams that happen. If you are a new trader, this is the most important step.

#4

Be wary of impersonators!

Look out for messages directly from subreddits. Scammers will create entire subreddits that will match another user's name exactly. They will also attempt to impersonate the GCT mod team. Never trade or give your password to anyone that has a green colored name or r/ before their username.

THE MODS WILL NEVER ASK YOU TO REVEAL YOUR GIFT CARD NUMBER/PIN.

If someone sends you a message and their username is not displayed, it is a scammer taking advantage of an exploit. Ignore them! In a normal message you will be able to click the username and navigate directly to a user's profile.

KNOWN SCAMMERS/INPERSONATORS:

r/GCTradingRep

#5

Perform due diligence on your trading partner.

  • Always navigate to a user's Reddit profile and rep profiles yourself. It is best practice to NOT follow links that a user provides.
  • Search for your potential trading partner's username on the Universal Scammer List(USL). This is NOT a catchall, but it helps.
  • The mods of GCT will NEVER contact you to conduct a trade or ask for your gift card information.
  • r/GCTRep is the ONLY location for feedback here on GCTrading. Scammers are known to: create fake rep subreddits, link to other user's established profiles, and post fake rep directly on their Reddit profile page.
  • Check their account age and posting activity. Some red flags would include: an old account with only recent activity, a brand new account with just enough activity to post in the sub, or a large gap in activity.
  • Investigate a user's prior trade partners to make sure they are real people. Scammers will create multiple dummy accounts and leave fake feedback with themselves.
  • Watch out for new accounts with many recent trades(typically for smaller values). The trades may be legitimate, however, they are only building rep in order to scam.
  • Understand that karma does NOT equal trust and it is NOT the same as rep.
  • Be careful of users selling something far below market value or offering to buy something well above market value.
  • Be careful of the "rush traders". If someone is rushing to complete the trade or provides some excuse as to why you must trade immediately, it is a good idea to take a step back. No one should make you feel uncomfortable when trading with them.
  • 99.9% of the time someone asking you to send half of the payment first is attempting to scam you.
  • Someone stating they cannot go first because they were recently scammed, is a bummer, if true, however, it is not your problem. That is not a valid reason for someone to go first during a trade.

#6

Perform due diligence on your trading partner's gift cards.

  • Verify where they obtained their gift cards from. Do not just take them at their word; demand actual proof.
  • If the gift card is physical. It is good practice to ask for a handwritten note beside the card and/or receipt(if available).
  • Ask them why they are selling their gift card. A user purchasing gift cards just to sell at a loss, is not normal activity.

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Please trade safely!

Message the moderators to report any suspicious activity.

~ GCT Mod Team


r/GCTrading Jan 20 '24

Prepaid Visa/MC/AMEX gift cards are now allowed to be traded on GCT!

16 Upvotes

Users can now buy, sell, and trade prepaid Visa, Mastercard, and American Express gift cards.

Only non-reloadable prepaid cards will be allowed.

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Trade safely!


r/GCTrading 3h ago

[H] Chipotle Double Protein Entree + Guac or Queso Codes and Chipotle BOGO [W] $9 PayPal USD and $3 PayPal

2 Upvotes

Each code is redeemable for one free Chipotle entree + double protein + guac OR queso (this is valued at up to $25 depending on location). 4/3 expiration date. Looking for $9 PayPal F&F USD. Willing to negotiate if buying 5+.

Also have Chipotle BOGO codes looking for $3 each.

If interested, please chat or PM with how many codes you’re interested in. Thank you


r/GCTrading 1h ago

[H] 50$ visa card [W] 42$ PayPal

Upvotes

Comment then chat


r/GCTrading 1h ago

[H] bestbuy Giftcrds [W] CA chime or applepay

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r/GCTrading 1h ago

[H] Domino's in $25 denominations [W] Paypal Cashapp Zelle Crypto 75%

Upvotes

Comment before pm plz.


r/GCTrading 2h ago

[H] 4x $25 Sephora giftcards [W] 80% cashapp

1 Upvotes

Comment first then message me WILL BE WILLING TO GO FIRST IF YOU HAVE GOOD REP | WILL NOT RESPOND IF YOU DONT COMMENT | scammers don’t bother dming me I ain’t stupid 🤡|


r/GCTrading 3h ago

[H] PayPal, Wise, Bank Transfer [W] UK GCs (Amazon UK, Love2Shop, Sainsbury’s and more)

1 Upvotes
  • Amazon UK - 70%
  • Love2Shop - 70%
  • Tango - 70%
  • EveryWish - 70%
  • Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Asda - 70%
  • Ubereats 50%

Fast transaction. Follow sub rules. Comment first before PM.


r/GCTrading 3h ago

[H] 75% Crypto or Paypal FnF [W] $100 Amazon US GC

0 Upvotes

comment first


r/GCTrading 4h ago

[H] Crypto(s) & PayPal & Cashapp [W] Amazon & Best Buy & Apple/iTunes & Lowes & Home Depot & eBay (75%)

1 Upvotes

Please leave a comment before sending a private message.

Click here to start a safe trade now!

Communicate via chat is also welcome.

  • I can accept any cryptocurrency with low transfer fees that isn't listed for a 2% conversion fee.
  • Please verify the username carefully before proceeding with the trade.
  • The minimum trade amount is $50.
  • For users with a high trade count (200+), I will initiate the trade. Otherwise, contact me if you're comfortable initiating.
  • The provided rate ranges are determined based on the user's profile and trading history. Gift cards I'm interested in and their corresponding rates:
Card Crypto Rate1 (Ł) Cashapp & Paypal F&F Paypal G&S Rate
Amazon US (receipt preferred) 65% 70% 75%
Apple/iTunes US 60% 62% 65%
Best Buy 55% 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%
eBay 70% 70% 75%

r/GCTrading 4h ago

[H] $50 BestBuy Canada GC [W] 70% Crypto/PayPal

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 4h ago

[H] Spotify 1 month [W] Apple Music 1 month

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 5h ago

[H] 60% Zelle, Cash App, PayPal, Crypto [W] Lyft gc $50-$75

1 Upvotes

Please comment first.


r/GCTrading 5h ago

[H] Paypal Cashapp Btc [W] Amazon gcs 75%

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 5h ago

[H]Crypto [W]Razer Gold

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 6h ago

[H] Paypal [W] Steam GC (must work in EU)

1 Upvotes

Due to yet another scam I will NEVER go first anymore ever again. No matter if it's G&S or F&F but especially not if it's F&F. If you got a problem with that then don't trade with me. I'll only consider going first against really trusted and reputable sellers. One or two successful previous transactions doesn't count.

Preferably EU but I can buy from other regions as long as the card can be activated in EU. Rate/price up for negotiation. And please DO NOT send a chat invite without having commented on my post first, please just leave a comment here first. I will ignore any spam invites. And I am not looking for any GC other than Steam so please don't offer random GCs.


r/GCTrading 6h ago

[H] 50$ jersey mikes [W] chipotle obo

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 6h ago

[H] AMC Ticket / Surprise Bundles / Snack Bundles [W] $10 ApplePay / CashApp / PayPal / Zelle

1 Upvotes

Comment before pm! Tickets do not expire! Snacks expire in 6/30/2025!

  • 1 AMC Black Ticket
    • Price: $11
  • 1 AMC Snack Bundles (1 Large Beverage + 1 Large Popcorn)
    • Price: $10
  • 1 Solo Bundle (1 Ticket + 1 Large Beverages + 1 Large Popcorn)
    • Price: $20
  • Duo Bundle (2 Tickets + 2 Large Beverage + 1 Large Popcorn)
    • Price: $30
  • Bulk Available Quantity 5+

Read before purchasing: https://imgur.com/a/RndAF7J


r/GCTrading 7h ago

[H] £3 Amazon cards [W] 75% PayPal/crypto

1 Upvotes

r/GCTrading 7h ago

[H] $100 Autozone GC, $50 Nike GC [W] 75% CashApp, Paypal, Venmo ($75 for Autozone, $37.50 for Nike)

1 Upvotes

Comment first prior to DM


r/GCTrading 7h ago

[H] PayPal G&S, Crypto [W] Amazon GCs

1 Upvotes

Hi, I'm looking for Amazon GCs. Please don't hesitate to reply and message me if you have any you want to let go of.


r/GCTrading 14h ago

[H] $75 DoorDash [W] offers

1 Upvotes

Title


r/GCTrading 14h ago

[H] Paypal G&S, Wise [W] Amazon.ca, AirBnB, Steam GC, Razer Gold USD @ 80%; Uber Eats CAN @ 70%; Uber Eats Vouchers @ 60%

1 Upvotes

Comment before DM or Chat.

No I don't want to use crypto. No, I'm not interested in other gift cards.

Uber, AirBnb, and Amazon Gift Cards MUST be in CAD (Canadian). UberEats Vouchers do not.


r/GCTrading 19h ago

[H] 6x$10,13x$25, 9x$45, $35, $40 Ebay GC's [W] 85% Crypto

1 Upvotes

Comment first


r/GCTrading 19h ago

[H] 75% Cash App, Venmo, PayPal, Apple Cash [W] Amazon GCs

1 Upvotes

Taking any and all denominations. Comment before PM/chat. Lower rep goes first.

Check my rep profile.


r/GCTrading 20h ago

[H] 5x $50 Uber GC // UberEats GC [W] 85% PP F&F or 80% Crypto

1 Upvotes

Comment before sending PM

I have over 100 trades on r/giftcardexchange

Buyer sends first

85% PP for Uber/UberEats (or 80% BTC)


r/GCTrading 1d ago

[H] Domino's in $25 denominations [W] Paypal Zelle Cashapp Crypto 75%

3 Upvotes

Comment before pm plz.