How fake listings work
Scammers post tickets, cars, caravans and other high-value items at attractive prices on marketplaces and social media. They ask for a bank transfer, often with a story about why they cannot meet or why the item is elsewhere, then disappear.
Paying safely
- Use the platform's own protected payment method where one exists.
- Pay by credit card where possible. Depending on where you live, card payments can offer extra protection.
- For vehicles, see the car in person and check its documents before paying.
- Buy event tickets from the official seller or an approved resale platform.
If you have paid
Contact your bank or card provider straight away and report the listing to the platform. Keep screenshots of the advert and the seller's profile before they are deleted.