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Can Sellers Get Scammed on Fiverr?

Last updated on September 28, 2022 @ 10:20 pm

It’s no secret that there are a lot of scams out there. But what about on Fiverr? Can sellers get scammed on Fiverr?

Unfortunately, the answer is yes. Sellers can definitely get scammed on Fiverr. There are a few different ways that this can happen.

One way is if a buyer claims that they never received the work that they paid for. This can be difficult to prove, but if you have good communication with the buyer and can show them the work that you delivered, you should be able to resolve the issue.

PRO TIP: There have been reports of scammers posing as buyers on Fiverr. These scammers will send a message to the seller asking for a custom order. Once the seller has completed the custom order, the scammer will then request a refund, claiming that they did not receive the order. The seller will not receive the payment for the custom order, and will also be out the cost of the goods or services provided. To avoid being scammed, only accept orders from buyers who have a good reputation on Fiverr. If you are contacted by a buyer who seems suspicious, do not complete the order and report the buyer to Fiverr customer service.

Another way sellers can get scammed on Fiverr is if a buyer asks for a refund after receiving the work. This is against Fiverr’s terms of service, but it still happens.

If you think the buyer is legitimately unhappy with your work, you can try to work something out. But if you think they’re just trying to scam you, it’s best to refuse the refund and report the buyer to Fiverr.

The last way that sellers can get scammed on Fiverr is if a buyer uses your work without paying for it. This is called copyright infringement, and it’s against the law. If you find that your work has been used without your permission, you should report it to Fiverr immediately.

So, as you can see, there are definitely ways that sellers can get scammed on Fiverr. But there are also ways to protect yourself from being scammed. The best thing you can do is to communicate with your buyers, deliver quality work, and stay up-to-date on the latest scams so that you can avoid them.

Morgan Bash

Morgan Bash

Technology enthusiast and Co-Founder of Women Coders SF.