I got scammed too! They posted a phone number which I responded to. I left a voice message to their number. I then received a text saying they weren’t able to process their payment because my account wasn’t set up yet. The scammer said she contacted customer service and someone would contact me to guide me through what I needed to do. I then received a text from someone posing to be a representative of Poshmark. Like you it looked very official. He said I needed to purchase a apple gift card and send him the code on the card so he could process the $200 payment to set up my accoun account. Once I did that the fake buyer sent a text saying she sent payment for my item. I then received a text from the fake poshmark rep saying I need to get another apple gift card for$1,000 to guarantee that I would ship the item since the item was listed for $700. That’s when a red flag went up for me. I checked my poshmark account and didn’t see a payment. Like you this was a real eyeopener! I was a new seller too. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I am so sorry to hear you got scammed Sheryl and thank you so sharing your story with me. I hadn’t realize they would use a phone number as well. This is good to know!
They tried the same identical scam with me also and it was one where they had you hit a link to accept offer and then had someone guiding you through as if you were really on poshmarks site and you aren't. What a shame
OMGAWWW!! I wished I would have seen this video beforehand!! I just started selling on the platform , and I too keep receiving nothing but scammers trying to get me to email pics (just as you stated) 🙄 I made the mistake of sending 1 person an email with 3 attachments. My bank acct was possibly compromised after the fact because my bank declined 4 charges for small amounts like $2.46 and ..89 cents, etc ... There's so many rules and etiquette to read up on that I didnt realize I had done something wrong! Especially when the emails I teceived stating my item sold! I never had made a sell yet, so I wouldnt know what the process even looks like. I googled to see the rules to emailing and found out I should not have done that, way after the fact. Shame on me. It will not happen again! I changed my email passwords since the incident, but now I can't tell if my PM account is or has still been compromised?! What are some of the ways I would know, besides the 1 way you described to us in the video? It's very frustrating because it seems as though that's all im receiving is scammers messages & emails 😔 I haven't sold 1 thing yet 🤷♀️ Maybe Im doing something wrong?!?! IDK anymore😅 Thank you in advance!! 🙏
@@PINKYPABLO510 Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I know how frustrating it is to deal with. From my experience, it was only my bank card that was compromised and not my PM account in general. However, it is good that you have taken that step just in case. 🙌 You have not done anything wrong, it is really the Poshmark site/app that has the problem of not blocking these scammers' messages. What you can do going forward is: 1) Double Check: Poshmark will only notify you of sales through their app or an official email from their domain. If you’re unsure, log in to your account directly to verify sales-don’t rely on emails. 2) Ignore Scammer Messages: Always stick to communicating within the app/site, and don’t share personal info or photos outside of it. Remember, you’re still learning and taking the right precautions now. Mistakes happen, and it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong-it’s just part of the learning curve! It may take time but you’ve got this! I’m rooting for your first sale to come soon!
Thank you for this video and all of these comments. They're so helpful to new sellers on Poshmark. I'm a new seller on Poshmark also and I've received so many fake links, scams, you name it! I don't even know if I've made a real sale because of all of the scams! It's crazy how many people try to prey on new sellers.
Thank you for your comment! I am so happy that you enjoyed this video and that it was helpful for you as a new seller. It is unfortunate that these fake links and scams go after new sellers but a real customer will find your item and provide you a real sale. It may take time but you will get there. Wishing you all the best!
Thanks! I am a newbie and these same 2 situations happened, which sent me to search for scams. I appreciate your sharing your not pleasant story to prevent others from the same. My hero!
Aww, thank you so much for your comment! I am so glad that you were able to avoid getting scammed and that my story was able to help. I wish you all the best for getting the right customer in 2025!
That's exactly how I got to her video!! I had to look up scamming on poshmark and videos for beginners being I sent an email with requested pics 🙄 I did fall for that part!!
THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this video! I totally would have sent additional photos in the spirit of "customer service" if I hadn't seen this. You're very considerate to make this video to help others avoid what you went through! I sell on Ebay a lot, so I think nothing of sending additional photos and info at customers' requests. You saved my behind!! Thank you.
@@LaurieLeonhardt-hy2jt aww thank you so much for your kind words! I know the feeling so well to want to provide good customer service. Glad I am not the only one who felt the same way. I’m happy you were able to avoid getting scammed and I wish you the best in finding a genuine person who will buy your item.
Thank you for your video. I almost got scammed. As I was chatting on the help chat it seemed ridiculous to be charged when selling. I immediately blocked my card, while verifying what was going on. Took screenshots of everything. The chat told me the card did not work and to use another one. I was lucky I thought a little faster, but I was overwhelmed with joy that I sold my first product, that rookie mistake almost cost me a lot of money. Now I am looking at videos on the "how to" process of selling before I do anything else. Thank you and I am sorry you got scammed too.
@@irisdgarciap I am so glad that you avoided getting scammed. I completely understand the feeling of selling your first item, it can definitely blind us from the red flags sometimes. I am so glad you are doing the research and was able to block your card in time. Thank you for sharing your story! I am wish you all the best with selling your item to someone who will truly enjoy it.
Yup, happened to me. I put a stop to it when they asked for MY CC info. Why, in the world, would my CC number be required to sell to someone else? I had sold something - went thru the process so I knew something was fishy with this. It continues to happen. I report and block immediately. Thank you!
@DonnaKatoArt Thank you for sharing your experience! You’re absolutely right-there’s no reason anyone should need your credit card info to complete a sale. I’m so glad you saw the red flags and took action right away. It’s frustrating that these scams keep popping up, but hopefully, the site figures something out to prevent sellers from going through this.
Aww, you are so welcome! I appreciate your comment! Many have successfully made sales on the site, but it is definitely good to know the potential scams beforehand. I wish you all the best for 2025!
I am a new seller on Poshmark and this has happened repeatedly. I did not understand why they all said the photos are blurry. I have changed my card already. Apparently I have not made any sales despite the number of scammers telling me I have! Thank you so much for this.The site itself is not clear.
@@juliaparktraceyauthor I am sorry to hear that you had to deal with this repeatedly. I completely agree that the Poshmark site is not clear. I am wishing you all the best and hope that you get a genuine buyer for your items.
I’m glad I work for a large bank in the fraud and claims department because I just started Poshmark and allllll the people asking me to email them more photos I’m like uhhhhh no …. And then came across this video so I’m glad I figured it out quick I’m so sorry you got scammed it’s very easy to get scammed nowadays :(
@@Tania-g3r I appreciate your comment and I’m happy this video could help! I’m sure you come across a lot of stories like this in your job. Glad you were able to avoid getting scammed.
This just happened to me too. I am new selling on Poshmark . Something just didn’t seem right especially when the person on the chat box was rude . Lesson learned .
Thank you for sharing your story! I’m so sorry you had to go through this and that you also had to deal with a rude person in the chat box. It may take a while but the right person will come along who wants to buy your item.
I've just put things on Poshmark trying to clean out some closets. I keep getting the "Congrats Poshmark has received payment, now you have to blah blah blah." NO! I am not clicking links. Or "Because of our new Buy It Now button you have to set up payment info to get paid immediately". Um no. If it is not noted in my official Poshmark Sales activity, I ignore it. If it is noted in someones 'bundle', I ignore that. I will flag as spam and block them. I knew it would take some time to sell but I started getting spam less than 5 minutes after my first listing. Geez, people suck.
You are 100% right to ignore and block those messages! Scammers love to target new listings, hoping to catch people off guard. As frustrating as it is, you’re doing a great job protecting yourself. It will take some time but a real buyer will find your items.
Just listed my first item and have DOZENS of people adding the item to their “bundle”…whatever that means. And lots of people asking for more photos and people congratulating me on my first sale 😂 SO…do I just ignore them all and wait for the sale to actually transact?? I’m an eBay girl lol and this is totally new to me
@@brightpurpleviking thank you for your comment! As much as it’s nice that you are getting people adding your item to a bundle (which I also don’t know what that means either lol) and asking for more photos, it’s a little odd to get congratulations on a sale that hasn’t happen. I would wait for the actual transaction.
Same thing is happening to me. I’m an eBay girl but decided to start listing on Poshmark a couple of days ago. It’s a mess. I keep getting messages of people requesting more pics, adding my listing to their bundle (whatever that means) or congratulating on my sale when I haven’t sold anything and asking to copy paste a link. I’m livid
@@daisymacias5856 thank you for sharing! I am sorry that you are going through this. It's annoying to be getting messages like this and not actual customers. Definitely wait for the actual transaction.
@@daisymacias5856 m Me too! I was so confused what was going on so googled and came across this. Msg saying I had sold items minutes after posting. I thought too good to be true. People wanting extra photos or closeups. Now I know to ignore all. Thank goodness I saw this.
Shanice any advice to buyers to keep from being scammed ? I’m a technology dinosaur. Old and trying to navigate this new world I find myself in. Thank you so much ♥️
Thank you so much for your comment! This is such a great question. You’re already taking the right steps by being cautious and seeking advice. Here are some tips to help you as a buyer on Poshmark: 1) Check the Seller’s Reputation: Always look at the seller’s reviews and ratings. Sellers with lots of positive feedback are generally more trustworthy. 2) Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask for more details about the item. A genuine seller will gladly provide more information. 3) Stick to the Platform: Avoid communicating or paying outside of Poshmark. This way, you’re covered by their buyer protection policies. 4) Be Cautious of Deals That Seem Too Good to Be True: If a price seems unrealistically low, it might be a red flag. 5) Use Common Sense: Trust your instincts. If something feels strange or you get an odd request, it’s okay to walk away If you have any other questions, feel free to ask-I’m happy to help.
@@annasarchive. you are not alone, I felt the same way. I am sorry that you had to experience this. I hope you get a real buyer who is interested in your items soon.
I am so sorry this happened to you. I felt the same way! I hope you contacted your bank's fraud department to make sure they are aware. I heard many do find true customers on this site however it may take a little bit longer than expected. Wishing you the best!
@@TheLaquita016 I am so sorry that this happened to you. I know first hand how frustrating it is to be scammed. I hope you are able to contact your banks fraud department to get this sorted out.
@@JodiTheExplorer I am sorry to hear that you were scammed as well. It is completely frustrating when this happens. I hope you were able to get it sorted out.
Hey I’m pretty sure i got scammed too so if you could please reply to my comment and help me figure out if i got scammed or not, that would be helpful!
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I got scammed too! They posted a phone number which I responded to. I left a voice message to their number. I then received a text saying they weren’t able to process their payment because my account wasn’t set up yet. The scammer said she contacted customer service and someone would contact me to guide me through what I needed to do. I then received a text from someone posing to be a representative of Poshmark. Like you it looked very official. He said I needed to purchase a apple gift
card and send him the code on
the card so he could process
the $200 payment to set up my accoun
account. Once I did that the fake
buyer sent a text saying she sent payment for my item. I then received a text from the fake poshmark rep saying I need to get another apple gift card for$1,000 to guarantee that I would ship the item since the item was listed for $700. That’s when a red flag went up for me. I checked my poshmark account and didn’t see a payment. Like you this was a real eyeopener! I was a new seller too. Thanks for sharing your experience!
I am so sorry to hear you got scammed Sheryl and thank you so sharing your story with me. I hadn’t realize they would use a phone number as well. This is good to know!
They tried the same identical scam with me also and it was one where they had you hit a link to accept offer and then had someone guiding you through as if you were really on poshmarks site and you aren't. What a shame
@zora5424 I'm sorry that you had to go through that situation. I appreciate you sharing your story!
OMGAWWW!! I wished I would have seen this video beforehand!! I just started selling on the platform , and I too keep receiving nothing but scammers trying to get me to email pics
(just as you stated) 🙄
I made the mistake of sending 1 person an email with 3 attachments. My bank acct was possibly compromised after the fact because my bank declined 4 charges for small amounts like $2.46 and ..89 cents, etc ...
There's so many rules and etiquette to read up on that I didnt realize I had done something wrong! Especially when the emails I teceived stating my item sold! I never had made a sell yet, so I wouldnt know what the process even looks like.
I googled to see the rules to emailing and found out I should not have done that, way after the fact. Shame on me.
It will not happen again!
I changed my email passwords since the incident, but now I can't tell if my PM account is or has still been compromised?! What are some of the ways I would know, besides the 1 way you described to us in the video? It's very frustrating because it seems as though that's all im receiving is scammers messages & emails 😔
I haven't sold 1 thing yet 🤷♀️
Maybe Im doing something wrong?!?! IDK anymore😅
Thank you in advance!! 🙏
@@PINKYPABLO510 Thank you so much for sharing your experience! I know how frustrating it is to deal with. From my experience, it was only my bank card that was compromised and not my PM account in general. However, it is good that you have taken that step just in case. 🙌 You have not done anything wrong, it is really the Poshmark site/app that has the problem of not blocking these scammers' messages. What you can do going forward is:
1) Double Check: Poshmark will only notify you of sales through their app or an official email from their domain. If you’re unsure, log in to your account directly to verify sales-don’t rely on emails.
2) Ignore Scammer Messages: Always stick to communicating within the app/site, and don’t share personal info or photos outside of it.
Remember, you’re still learning and taking the right precautions now. Mistakes happen, and it doesn’t mean you’re doing anything wrong-it’s just part of the learning curve! It may take time but you’ve got this! I’m rooting for your first sale to come soon!
Thank you for this video and all of these comments. They're so helpful to new sellers on Poshmark. I'm a new seller on Poshmark also and I've received so many fake links, scams, you name it! I don't even know if I've made a real sale because of all of the scams! It's crazy how many people try to prey on new sellers.
Thank you for your comment! I am so happy that you enjoyed this video and that it was helpful for you as a new seller. It is unfortunate that these fake links and scams go after new sellers but a real customer will find your item and provide you a real sale. It may take time but you will get there. Wishing you all the best!
I just can't believe this is happening to all of us NEWBEE's!! 😢 So not fair!!!
@@PINKYPABLO510 I completely agree! I honestly thought I was the only one who went through this when it first happened to me.
Thanks! I am a newbie and these same 2 situations happened, which sent me to search for scams. I appreciate your sharing your not pleasant story to prevent others from the same. My hero!
Aww, thank you so much for your comment! I am so glad that you were able to avoid getting scammed and that my story was able to help. I wish you all the best for getting the right customer in 2025!
That's exactly how I got to her video!! I had to look up scamming on poshmark and videos for beginners being I sent an email with requested pics 🙄 I did fall for that part!!
Great insights!
@@annabelee1 Thank you so much, I appreciate it!
THANK YOU SO MUCH for posting this video! I totally would have sent additional photos in the spirit of "customer service" if I hadn't seen this. You're very considerate to make this video to help others avoid what you went through! I sell on Ebay a lot, so I think nothing of sending additional photos and info at customers' requests. You saved my behind!! Thank you.
@@LaurieLeonhardt-hy2jt aww thank you so much for your kind words! I know the feeling so well to want to provide good customer service. Glad I am not the only one who felt the same way. I’m happy you were able to avoid getting scammed and I wish you the best in finding a genuine person who will buy your item.
Thank you for your video. I almost got scammed. As I was chatting on the help chat it seemed ridiculous to be charged when selling. I immediately blocked my card, while verifying what was going on. Took screenshots of everything. The chat told me the card did not work and to use another one. I was lucky I thought a little faster, but I was overwhelmed with joy that I sold my first product, that rookie mistake almost cost me a lot of money. Now I am looking at videos on the "how to" process of selling before I do anything else. Thank you and I am sorry you got scammed too.
@@irisdgarciap I am so glad that you avoided getting scammed. I completely understand the feeling of selling your first item, it can definitely blind us from the red flags sometimes. I am so glad you are doing the research and was able to block your card in time. Thank you for sharing your story! I am wish you all the best with selling your item to someone who will truly enjoy it.
DITTO!! 💪
Yup, happened to me. I put a stop to it when they asked for MY CC info. Why, in the world, would my CC number be required to sell to someone else? I had sold something - went thru the process so I knew something was fishy with this. It continues to happen. I report and block immediately. Thank you!
@DonnaKatoArt Thank you for sharing your experience! You’re absolutely right-there’s no reason anyone should need your credit card info to complete a sale. I’m so glad you saw the red flags and took action right away. It’s frustrating that these scams keep popping up, but hopefully, the site figures something out to prevent sellers from going through this.
@ 100%! I got another today! Cheers, D
Thank you so much! I have not signed up for this site but was looking to. So happy to have seen this.
Aww, you are so welcome! I appreciate your comment! Many have successfully made sales on the site, but it is definitely good to know the potential scams beforehand. I wish you all the best for 2025!
@ You as well ❤️
I am a new seller on Poshmark and this has happened repeatedly. I did not understand why they all said the photos are blurry. I have changed my card already. Apparently I have not made any sales despite the number of scammers telling me I have! Thank you so much for this.The site itself is not clear.
@@juliaparktraceyauthor I am sorry to hear that you had to deal with this repeatedly. I completely agree that the Poshmark site is not clear. I am wishing you all the best and hope that you get a genuine buyer for your items.
Me too!!! We have identical stories & my new card is en route' as we speak 🙄
@@PINKYPABLO510 I am sorry you had to deal with this too. I am happy you were able to get yourself a new card!
I’m glad I work for a large bank in the fraud and claims department because I just started Poshmark and allllll the people asking me to email them more photos I’m like uhhhhh no …. And then came across this video so I’m glad I figured it out quick I’m so sorry you got scammed it’s very easy to get scammed nowadays :(
@@Tania-g3r I appreciate your comment and I’m happy this video could help! I’m sure you come across a lot of stories like this in your job. Glad you were able to avoid getting scammed.
This just happened to me too. I am new selling on Poshmark . Something just didn’t seem right especially when the person on the chat box was rude . Lesson learned .
Thank you for sharing your story! I’m so sorry you had to go through this and that you also had to deal with a rude person in the chat box. It may take a while but the right person will come along who wants to buy your item.
I've just put things on Poshmark trying to clean out some closets. I keep getting the "Congrats Poshmark has received payment, now you have to blah blah blah." NO! I am not clicking links. Or "Because of our new Buy It Now button you have to set up payment info to get paid immediately". Um no. If it is not noted in my official Poshmark Sales activity, I ignore it. If it is noted in someones 'bundle', I ignore that. I will flag as spam and block them. I knew it would take some time to sell but I started getting spam less than 5 minutes after my first listing. Geez, people suck.
You are 100% right to ignore and block those messages! Scammers love to target new listings, hoping to catch people off guard. As frustrating as it is, you’re doing a great job protecting yourself. It will take some time but a real buyer will find your items.
Just listed my first item and have DOZENS of people adding the item to their “bundle”…whatever that means. And lots of people asking for more photos and people congratulating me on my first sale 😂 SO…do I just ignore them all and wait for the sale to actually transact?? I’m an eBay girl lol and this is totally new to me
@@brightpurpleviking thank you for your comment! As much as it’s nice that you are getting people adding your item to a bundle (which I also don’t know what that means either lol) and asking for more photos, it’s a little odd to get congratulations on a sale that hasn’t happen. I would wait for the actual transaction.
Same thing is happening to me. I’m an eBay girl but decided to start listing on Poshmark a couple of days ago. It’s a mess. I keep getting messages of people requesting more pics, adding my listing to their bundle (whatever that means) or congratulating on my sale when I haven’t sold anything and asking to copy paste a link. I’m livid
@@daisymacias5856 thank you for sharing! I am sorry that you are going through this. It's annoying to be getting messages like this and not actual customers. Definitely wait for the actual transaction.
@@daisymacias5856 m
Me too! I was so confused what was going on so googled and came across this. Msg saying I had sold items minutes after posting. I thought too good to be true. People wanting extra photos or closeups. Now I know to ignore all. Thank goodness I saw this.
Same!!😅
Shanice any advice to buyers to keep from being scammed ? I’m a technology dinosaur. Old and trying to navigate this new world I find myself in. Thank you so much ♥️
Thank you so much for your comment! This is such a great question. You’re already taking the right steps by being cautious and seeking advice. Here are some tips to help you as a buyer on Poshmark:
1) Check the Seller’s Reputation: Always look at the seller’s reviews and ratings. Sellers with lots of positive feedback are generally more trustworthy.
2) Ask Questions: Don’t hesitate to ask for more details about the item. A genuine seller will gladly provide more information.
3) Stick to the Platform: Avoid communicating or paying outside of Poshmark. This way, you’re covered by their buyer protection policies.
4) Be Cautious of Deals That Seem Too Good to Be True: If a price seems unrealistically low, it might be a red flag.
5) Use Common Sense: Trust your instincts. If something feels strange or you get an odd request, it’s okay to walk away
If you have any other questions, feel free to ask-I’m happy to help.
Dang, I wish I watched this video sooner, I was wondering why some of my things were “selling” so fast, turns out I got scammed tooo!!!! 😭😭😭
@@annasarchive. you are not alone, I felt the same way. I am sorry that you had to experience this. I hope you get a real buyer who is interested in your items soon.
I’m so sorry! It’s hard to tell. Poshmark is kind of messy.
@@juliaestrada9860 Totally agree! Hopefully, they can get this fixed soon considering it's such a huge and common problem.
😢😢😢this JUST happened to me and I’m so upset!!!
I am so sorry! I completely understand how you feel. I hope you got ahold of your bank's fraud department before it goes any further.
It was my first time I feel like a,dummy but you describe exsctly what happened to me.. then if you go to your app i dont see any sales!!
I am so sorry this happened to you. I felt the same way! I hope you contacted your bank's fraud department to make sure they are aware. I heard many do find true customers on this site however it may take a little bit longer than expected. Wishing you the best!
Just got scammed. I wish I would of seen this video beforehand
@@TheLaquita016 I am so sorry that this happened to you. I know first hand how frustrating it is to be scammed. I hope you are able to contact your banks fraud department to get this sorted out.
Poshmark allowed a buyer to scam me
@@JodiTheExplorer I am sorry to hear that you were scammed as well. It is completely frustrating when this happens. I hope you were able to get it sorted out.
Hey I’m pretty sure i got scammed too so if you could please reply to my comment and help me figure out if i got scammed or not, that would be helpful!
@DELILAHJAZMIN Can you tell me what happened?
Meeee toooo
@@Dawnsday2 this is definitely a common problem. I’m sorry you experienced this scam.