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Online freelancing platforms like Fiverr have made it easier than ever for clients and freelancers to connect. But unfortunately, scammers are always finding new ways to trick people. A recent scam involves fake sellers or buyers asking for your email address to "complete an order."


Here’s what you need to know.




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🚨 How the Scam Works


1. The Contact
A scammer messages you on Fiverr (or even outside Fiverr) pretending to be a buyer or seller. They may sound urgent and friendly, saying things like “I need help” or “Enter your email to complete the order.”




2. The Fake Screenshot
They send a screenshot (like one showing a “Seller’s mail” field) that looks like Fiverr’s payment page. This is not real—Fiverr never asks for your email to confirm payments.




3. The Trap


Once you share your email, scammers may:


Try to move communication outside Fiverr, where you lose protection.


Send you fake invoices or payment links.


Collect your personal data for phishing or fraud.








4. The Outcome
If you follow through, you risk:


Losing your money with no refund.


Having your Fiverr account restricted (since off-platform dealings violate Fiverr’s rules).


Being targeted for future scams.










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✅ How to Spot the Scam


Fiverr never requires you to enter a seller’s email to place an order.


All payments and communications happen within Fiverr’s website/app only.


If someone asks you to move to email, WhatsApp, or Telegram—it’s a scam.


Fake screenshots often look convincing but have unusual requests (like “Enter seller’s mail”).






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🔒 How to Protect Yourself


1. Stay on Fiverr – Never share personal emails or complete transactions outside the platform.




2. Verify – If something looks suspicious, double-check Fiverr’s Help Center or ask their support.




3. Report – Use Fiverr’s Report button on the scammer’s profile or contact support to keep others safe.




4. Educate Others – Share your experience so freelancers and buyers know what to look out for.








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📌 Final Word


If you see a request like “Enter seller’s email to complete your order”—it’s 100% a scam. Fiverr has built-in systems to handle payments and communications safely. Protect yourself by keeping everything on-platform and reporting suspicious activity.


Stay alert. Stay safe. And help others by spreading the word.

Beware of Fiverr Email Scams: How They Work and How to Stay Safe

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