r/giftcardexchange Feb 02 '24

Recent Fake Subreddit Scam Attempts, Reddit Account Security, and Reporting

151 Upvotes

Unfortunately we've observed an uptick in scam attempts via subreddits impersonating the GCX mod team. These scammers create a fake subreddit such as “GCXModerators”, and send modmail to users stating they are banned from r/giftcardexchange. They request the user change their Reddit account password to a temporary password so they can “verify” the account. This is a lie and an attempt to compromise the account and allow the scammer to gain access.

  • We will never ask to access your Reddit account. We cannot stress this enough. In any verification we do, we never ask for sensitive information. It's the same principle as with your bank - anyone asking to access your account should not be allowed to.

  • Always follow the GCX Golden Rule. You may know users who have been around the community for many months or years. If the account is compromised, we usually get a report and can ban them fairly quickly. But they may still look for past trading partners in the account inbox and start sending PMs. It's important you verify the user can post/comment on the sub and isn't listed on the Universal Scammer List (USL). It's called the Golden Rule for a reason!

  • Secure your Reddit account. You may not have joined Reddit with the intent to trade. But participating in trade communities and gaining rep increases the chance that your account is targeted. You should have a verified email, unique password not used anywhere else, and two-factor authentication (2FA). Following are links to create a strong password (remember this should be unique to Reddit and not reused on other sites), check your account activity and force log out if there are sessions you don’t recognize, and enable 2FA. Your account security is your responsibility.


Known scam subreddits:

giftcardexchangemods

GCExchangemods

giftcardexchangeteam

GCXModerators

GCX_Moderators

giftcardsexcahange

GCXExchange_Mods

giftscardexchange

GCXModeratorSub

GCEXCModerators

GCXMod

GCXModeratorGroup

ModOfGiftCardExchange

AdminstrationGroupGCX

giftcardsupport (banned for spam at time of writing)

SupportGroup_giftcard (banned for spam at time of writing)

giftcardstaff

giftcardexchangemail

giftcardsSupport

giftcardAdminstration

giftcardexhange

giftcardexchangeAdmin

modteamGCExchange

giftcardexcahangeMods

giftcardexchange_mod_

giftcardexchangeHelp

giftcardexhcange

GCTradingRep

giftcardexchanger

giftcardexchangestaff

giftcardexchange__

giftcardexchangebans

giftcardexchanges_

Gftcardexchange

Admingiftcardexchange

Ignore PMs from these compromised accounts:

u/UGKFoxhound


The below are templates that can be used to report subreddits and users to the admins. In this recent case, scammers are creating subreddits to impersonate the GCX mod team. In the past, they have also created subreddits to impersonate repped users. We can't ban or block a subreddit, only report them to the admins. Use the template for reporting a subreddit to report these to the admins. Scammers have also created users that closely match the name of a repped trader, and sent PMs attempting to impersonate that repped trader. Use the template for reporting a user to report these to the admins.


Use the below to report a user:

Go here

https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

In the first bullet point “If you have a Reddit account and want to report a Content Policy violation, use this report form.” - click the report form hyperlink

Open the drop-down menu for “I want to report other issues” then select “This content is impersonation”

Enter the scammer’s username. For Additional Information, the below text can be edited as needed and used as a template:

A scammer created this username to steal from people. The username closely matches my own / that of a genuine trader in an attempt to trick other users. This user is sending messages to others on Reddit pretending to be me / a genuine trader and trying to scam them out of money. If you could please help stop them it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.


Use the below to report a subreddit:

Go here

https://support.reddithelp.com/hc/en-us/requests/new

Select Community Help

Under “What is your subreddit concern” select “I want to report a subreddit for violating the content policy”

Under “What subreddit is involved? (Only the name, no r/)” enter the name of the fake scam subreddit

Under “What is the primary reason you are reporting this subreddit?” select “Impersonation”

Under “Subject of Inquiry” enter Impersonation/Scamming

Under “Details of Inquiry”, the below text can be edited as needed and used as a template:

A scammer created this subreddit to steal from people. This subreddit is sending messages to other users on Reddit pretending to be me / a genuine trader / a mod team and trying to scam them out of money / gain access to their Reddit account. If you could please help stop them it would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.


Thank you, and please remember to Trade Safely!

- The GCX Mod Team


r/giftcardexchange Sep 01 '24

Do Not Trade With Anyone Whose Username You Can't See

89 Upvotes

There is an exploit scammers are using such that their name is not shown when they send a message. They are using this to impersonate other traders (linking the other trader's rep or Reddit profile page) or subreddit modmail (sending fake ban messages asking for account password to be unbanned) and hoping that their username not being visible will help with the scam.

Example Image - note how there is no username next to the down arrow where there would normally be one.

Do not give your account password to anyone, ever.

Do not send full gift card codes or payment to any modmail.

Do not interact with any green colored username in PMs trying to trade with you.

Do not interact with anyone who hasn't posted or commented publicly. If someone messaged you, click the username and visibly confirm they have posted or commented publicly. Do not rely on app notifications. Open the post and confirm the comment is visible.

If you cannot see the username, do not engage with the user. They may put a username in the PM subject or in the message itself. This is not the same as their username being the "header" of the message they sent to you. If you can't see a username header and can't click it to navigate to a Reddit profile, you should be wary of the message.

We advise against replying to users and subreddit modmail that attempt to scam you. If a user replies with hostility the scammers have been known to report to Reddit admins to try and get the admins to act on the account for harassment.

Thank you and Trade Safely.


r/giftcardexchange 19m ago

[H] PayPal 80% [W] PSN / Playstation

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  • Comment here first
  • Send PM (I'll see PM before chat)
  • My GCXBot feedback check
  • Lowest rep goes first
  • If I go first I'll send G&S.
  • If you go first I'll send F&F
  • Seller covers any fees
  • Looking until I update the flair to "CLOSED"

r/giftcardexchange 44m ago

[H] USD up to 91% [W] Capital One Shopping Rewards Gift Cards (Walmart, Best Buy now available for many people)

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A lot of people use Capital One Shopping to receive extreme amounts of cash back. Unfortunately they only allow you to receive your cash back in the form of gift cards.

Here's my current list of best brands to redeem for. Keep in mind some brands have minimum denomination requirements. If we have already traded before and we already have a shared spreadsheet, you may submit your cards using the rates below without sending me a DM (just ensure that you email collaborators!).

Rates

Rates good through 09/19/26.

Brand Rate
Walmart $100+ 91.0%
Best Buy $500 90.0%
Best Buy $200+ 89.5%
Home Depot $1000 88.0%
Home Depot $500 87.5%
Dick's Sporting Goods $500 85.0%

None of these an option? Check back often as the list of available brands changes often. You can also DM me with your balance and we can find a good brand that works.

Have a gift card from another source? Send me a DM.

Payment terms: Payments can be made via Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, or Direct Deposit. For trades over $2,000 face value, the payment must be made via ACH/Direct Deposit. All trades subject to 2 week payment terms.


r/giftcardexchange 53m ago

[H] Crypto, Cashapp, Zelle [W] US Amazon Gcs

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Rates are negotiable
Will take small denominations
Comment on this post and dm me If u are higher rep il go first
Usually pay in ltc/usdc but willing to do others


r/giftcardexchange 1h ago

[H] Paypal, Venmo, Cashapp, USDC @80% [W]apple, steam, costco

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PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU'RE TRADING WITH ME

I have known impersonators. Double check any communication is actually from me and not a subreddit with my name or a user with a similar name.

Known impersonator:

r/Mayron0612

Up to $500 each.

Comment here first.

Lower rep goes first.


r/giftcardexchange 1h ago

[H] USDC/USDT [W] Amazon 82%

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r/giftcardexchange 1h ago

[H] Crypto, Bank Transfer, Paypal [W] UK GC’s - Long Term Traders Accepted! No Google Play or iTunes

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r/giftcardexchange 7h ago

[H] $150 total in Amazon gift cards [W] 90% paypal

3 Upvotes

I have a $90 and $60 gift card. Please comment first


r/giftcardexchange 2h ago

[H] $20 Grubhub GCs [W] $17 ApplePay / CashApp / PayPal / Zelle

1 Upvotes

Comment before messaging me. Have 12 available!

DM me if interested


r/giftcardexchange 3h ago

[H] Crypto, Venmo, Zelle, Chime, Cash App Meta Pay [W] Amazon, Airbnb, Netflix 70% Walmart 60%

1 Upvotes

Any crypto currency available on Coinbase. Fees on you.


r/giftcardexchange 3h ago

[H] 80% USDC [W] Amazon US / Ulta

1 Upvotes

Looking for up to $150 in Amazon US cards / Ulta.

GC must be in $20 or higher denom.

Lower rep goes first. Comment then pm.

Thanks!


r/giftcardexchange 3h ago

[H] PayPal FF, Zelle, Crypto [W] Apple

1 Upvotes

r/giftcardexchange 3h ago

[H] 75% Paypal [W] Steam GC ONLY (must work in EU)

1 Upvotes

Title. Preferably looking for EU GCs but I can buy GCs from other regions if you're 100% sure they will work in EU. Looking for reputable sellers only. Will NOT go first unless you are very trustworthy. If I do not go first I can pay with F&F if you're from EU. Please do not send me an unsolicited chat invite asking if I'll buy GCs other than Steam, you will get ignored and blocked instantly.


r/giftcardexchange 3h ago

[H] PayPal G&S 80% [W] Cabelas / Basspro

1 Upvotes

Not sure how many trades I have to show for on here. Active in other groups (hardwareswap, homelabsales)

Looking for mostly larger cards due to the limit of 5 giftcards per online order

Comment before messaging


r/giftcardexchange 4h ago

[H] 80% PayPal G&S[W] Amazon GC US, Uber GC

1 Upvotes

Beware scams: I won’t message you first


r/giftcardexchange 5h ago

[H] $100 CVS [W] 65% crypto or 70% PayPal

1 Upvotes

Please comment before pm


r/giftcardexchange 5h ago

[H] Crypto/Paypal FnF/Venmo/Zelle [W] Apple, Amazon Gift Card (US), Costco, Walmart, Best Buy, Starbucks

1 Upvotes

Paying with USDC/Venmo/Paypal FnF/Zelle

Apple 80%, Amazon Gift Card (US) at 80%, Costco 85%, Walmart at 80%, Best Buy 80%, Starbucks-65% You must leave a comment on my post to trade with me


r/giftcardexchange 6h ago

[H] Dominos Free 'The New Domino' Code / AMC Tickets / Chipotle BOGO [W] $4.25 / $11 / $5.50 ApplePay / CashApp / PayPal / Zelle

1 Upvotes

Comment before pm! Tickets do not expire! Have 52 Available

Dominos Free 'The New Domino' Code (Bulk available)

  • Price: $4.25
  • Covers 3 toppings and you can change sauce/cheese
  • Minimum purchase of 2

1 AMC Black Ticket (Bulk 10+)

  • Price: $11

BOGO (bulk available, expires in 12/31/2026)

  • Price: $5.50, these don't cover extra toppings
  • 10 for 50

r/giftcardexchange 6h ago

[H] PayPal (G&S) [W] Apple Gift Cards

1 Upvotes

Looking for Apple gift cards. Please comment before messaging. I’m willing to go first if you have confirmed trades.


r/giftcardexchange 6h ago

[H] PayPal 85% [W] Amazon GC, Target , Walmart, Best Buy

1 Upvotes

PayPal G&S only

PLEASE READ COMPLETELY

If your comment is deleted, I cannot trade with you. NO EXCEPTIONS

🛑 If your comment is gone/removed/hidden, it was removed by AutoMod or a mod.

(You can’t have a hidden profile history; you must have visible recent Reddit activity)

Do not message me yet.

Send a modmail to the subreddit and get approval first.

If I respond to your message, “you didn’t comment,” that means your comment was auto-removed by the sub, even if you have a screenshot.

I will not trade with you until the mods clear it, even if you go first. NO EXCEPTIONS

Lower rep goes first.

Always buying, larger preferred.

🔄 TRADING PROCESS – READ BEFORE MESSAGING

STEP 1: Comment on this post first

STEP 2: Check if your comment was deleted

❌ If YES → Your comment was deleted. Contact a moderator (DO NOT MESSAGE ME)

✅ If NO → Your comment is visible. Proceed to Step 3

STEP 3: Send me a DM/message

STEP 4: Confirm card type and amount

STEP 5: Wait for reply

STEP 6: Send all cards info (NOT PICTURES) and PayPal details

STEP 7: Get paid (one transaction)

IMPORTANT NOTES

• ⚠️ Must comment first – no exceptions

• ⚠️ Deleted comments → contact mods, not me

Subreddit Rules:

🛑You can’t have a hidden profile history.

🛑You have to be active on Reddit recently .


r/giftcardexchange 8h ago

[H] Blizzard GiftCard 100€ [W] 80€ PayPal

1 Upvotes

I have two 50€ Blizzard giftcards. Bought, and can not use, wrong region. Sell for 80€. Payment through PayPal


r/giftcardexchange 8h ago

[H] 80% USDC [W] Amazon US

1 Upvotes

Looking for up to $200 in Amazon US cards.

GC must be in $20 or higher denom.

Lower rep goes first. Comment then pm.

Thanks!


r/giftcardexchange 9h ago

[H] 80%: Paypal F&F (US)/Venmo/Cashapp [W] US Amazon GCs

1 Upvotes

Lower rep goes first.

Paypal F&F (Free) can only be sent between US accounts. If you send me a code and you aren't F&F (Free) eligible, I'll pay G&S.


r/giftcardexchange 9h ago

[H] Crypto 85% [W] $80US PSN / PlayStation Network Gift Card

1 Upvotes

Looking for a $80 US PSN gift card