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When it comes down to online auction safety it is a question of combining common sense, a little research and other buyers' feedback plus protecting financial and personal details as much as possible if engaging in any online trade. Popular payment methods available to 2006 hobbyists include PayPal, NoChex and now Google Wallet or good old fashioned cheque. If you are buying online then you should play safe and check your potential seller's Feedback score and % satisfaction and check the credentials of the seller beyond the online auction site. Physical postal address? Contact details and website? Length of time having been successfully trading in the real world, online or on the auction site Postal and returns policy for goods For those selling you should not sell to unknown purchasers without having received payment first Both parties should remember to Protect yourself from payment scams or password phishing attempts. Make yourself aware of available disupte resolution services and payment guarantee schemes available through the auction site. Use an escrow service where appropriate Insure valuable physical items for their delivery to include adequate compensation in the case of any damage or non-arrival Communicate with your trading partner and use common sense |