Anti-Scam

📕 Anti-Scam Guidelines

Stay Safe When Buying or Selling Books Online

At TextbookJunction.com, most users are genuine students, educators, and book enthusiasts looking to buy or sell textbooks honestly. However, online platforms can still attract scammers, so it's important to follow a few simple, common-sense rules to keep your experience safe and enjoyable.

Smart Safety Tips

🔒 Buy or sell locally whenever possible – meeting in person is the safest way to verify both the book and the buyer/seller.

Avoid anonymous payment methods like Western Union, MoneyGram, or cryptocurrency.

Do not send books or money internationally unless you absolutely trust the buyer.

Never accept checks – these are common tools in scams.

Verify the person’s identity through other contact details (name, phone, and address).

Keep records – save all communication, listings, and payment receipts.

Trust your instincts – if a deal feels too good to be true, it probably is.

🚩 Common Signs of a Scam

Be cautious if you notice any of the following:

The user claims to be abroad or "traveling" and cannot meet.

They refuse to meet in person or suggest unusual arrangements.

They ask for payment via wire transfers, prepaid cards, or checks.

Messages are written in unnatural or broken language.

The same message seems copied and pasted across multiple listings.

The book is priced far below market value without a clear reason.