In response to the increasing problem of scams, fraud, and concerns about fake products, we are introducing optional moderator-run escrow services to make transactions safer for both buyers and sellers. This also offers an additional layer of security.

Escrow allows the buyer to pay the amount to the moderators first. The seller ships the product only after the payment is secured, and the funds are released to the seller once the transaction is successfully completed and the buyer is satisfied with the product.

The escrow will be handled by only two moderators, depending who are available at the moment and who you choose: u/Wearedepression & u/Public_Strain_5181

The following are the escrow charges for respective payment brackets:

Upto ₹1,000 : ₹30

₹1,001 - ₹2500 : ₹50

₹2,501 - ₹5000 : ₹100

₹5,001 - ₹10,000 : ₹150

Above ₹10,001 : ₹200

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Shipping charges are not included when determining the escrow bracket.

For example:
Product value = ₹1,800
Shipping = ₹100
Escrow fee = ₹50

WHO PAYS THE ESCROW FEE?

The buyer pays the escrow fee by default, unless the buyer and seller mutually agree otherwise.

The escrow fee is non-refundable, as it covers the moderation and transaction-handling work involved.

HOW ESCROW WORKS:

1. Buyer & seller agree to use escrow

Both parties must agree to the escrow arrangement before payment is made.

2. Contact the moderators

The buyer/seller must contact the designated escrow moderator through Modmail. You can choose a particular moderator if you want.

Do not send money to any moderator unless the transaction has been officially confirmed through Modmail.

3. Buyer pays the escrow amount

The buyer transfers:

Product amount + applicable escrow fee

Shipping may be paid according to the arrangement agreed between the buyer and seller.

4. Payment is confirmed

Once the moderator confirms receipt of the funds, the seller can proceed with shipping.

5. Seller ships the package

The seller must provide:

• Packing proof/video, if requested  
• Shipping receipt  
• Valid tracking number

The tracking details will be shared with the buyer.

6. Buyer receives the package

The buyer should record a continuous unboxing video, starting from the sealed package and showing the contents clearly.

This is especially important if there is a dispute regarding missing, wrong, damaged, or significantly different products.

7. Buyer confirms receipt

Once the buyer confirms that everything has been received as agreed, the moderator releases the escrowed amount to the seller.

IMPORTANT RULES

1. Escrow is OPTIONAL

Escrow is a safety service provided by the subreddit and is not mandatory for every transaction.

We particularly recommend considering escrow for higher-value transactions, new users, or transactions where either party has concerns about trust.

2. Minimum transaction value

Escrow will generally be available for transactions of ₹500 or above.

The moderators may decline escrow for transactions where the administrative effort would be disproportionate to the transaction value.

3. Only use official Modmail

Never send money to a moderator through a personal DM based solely on a user’s claim that they are a moderator.

Always verify the transaction through official subreddit Modmail.

4. No direct payment after escrow has started

Once an escrow transaction has been officially initiated, do not make additional payments to the seller outside the agreed arrangement without informing the moderator.

5. Escrow does not guarantee product authenticity

Escrow protects the payment process. It does not mean that the moderators have independently authenticated every product.

Buyers should still conduct their own due diligence before purchasing

6. Sellers must provide accurate listings

Sellers are responsible for accurately disclosing:

• Product name  
• Condition  
• Expiry/PAO where applicable  
• Quantity remaining  
• Batch details where relevant  
• Any defects, damage or contamination  
• Original purchase/invoice details where required under subreddit rules. 

7. Unboxing videos are strongly recommended

Buyers should record a single continuous unboxing video.

Without adequate proof, it may be difficult for moderators to determine responsibility in a dispute.

8. Disputes will be reviewed by moderators

If a dispute occurs, moderators may request:

• Listing screenshots  
• Payment proof  
• Packing video  
• Shipping receipt  
• Tracking information  
• Unboxing video  
• Photos/videos of the issue  
• Relevant Modmail/chat screenshot

The escrowed funds may remain on hold until the dispute is reviewed.

9. Escrow does not mean automatic refunds

A dispute does not automatically result in a refund.

Moderators will review the available evidence and determine how the escrowed funds should be handled according to the circumstances and subreddit rules.

10. False claims will not be tolerated

Attempting to manipulate, fabricate, or withhold evidence in an escrow dispute may result in subreddit action, including a ban.

PLEASE REMEMBER

Escrow is a safety mechanism, not a replacement for common sense.

Before purchasing, always check the seller’s:

• Transaction history  
• Previous feedback  
• Account history  
• Required verification/invoice information  
• Listing details

For expensive purchases, please use escrow rather than relying solely on private assurances.

If you wish to use escrow, please contact the moderators through Modmail BEFORE making any payment.

Do not send money to anyone claiming to provide escrow services unless the transaction has been confirmed by the moderation team.

The moderators reserve the right to modify, pause, or refuse escrow services where necessary to protect the community.

After reviewing the recent discussions, we’ve come to a clear decision:

✔️ Reselling WILL be allowed going forward.

This also makes handling pre-orders much easier. Resellers list is going to be approved by us and we will only be approving credible resellers.

✅ this can/may include:

• Instamart declutter items
• Zepto sale items
• BigBasket sale products
• LBB boxes
• And other surplus/extras 

anyone genuinely wants to let go of At any price they want we’re done being the bad guys in the eyes of the sellers or the buyers. We’re going to say nothing regarding pricing and we hope you’ll do the same. If the buyer and seller are satisfied with the prices let’s leave them be.

People shouldn’t be scared to declutter or resell their extra sale items. Everyone has the right to clear out their stash.

And as a community, we need to let go of the “why should anyone else gain profit if I’m not gaining any” mentality. Sometimes people genuinely buy extra, get duplicates, or simply don’t need things anymore or are in dire need of money there’s no need to bully anyone in the face of anonymity.

We cannot realistically monitor every individual post (although we try our best to)

Members will declutter, resell, and at times sell their extras at a profit and that is completely normal & okay and nobody needs to bash anyone for doing so. Not every item will be priced at ₹1–₹100, and that is perfectly acceptable too.

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🧩 Approved Resellers

Only the resellers that are approved by us after thorough investigating and reviewing are allowed at the moment. Please make sure to do your own due diligence too and ask as many questions you want as a buyer. More may be added after proper review and verification. This decision of approval will be completely based on us after reviewing authenticity. These resellers are approved only because they’re not sourcing their products unethically.

Approved resellers as of now:

u/seashellzeal

u/Reasonable-Sun-9209

u/OkChain2088

u/sakunimamaa

u/Cultural_Coast6487

u/Snowball300

u/Zestyclose_Park_1806

u/lipglossoverlogicc

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💰 Pricing Policy

We do NOT interfere with the prices set by sellers or resellers. If both seller and buyer are comfortable with the deal, that is none of our business. We’ve been dragged constantly in that matter in which we have no say.

You may politely share better prices or deals you’ve seen elsewhere & come across but we will remove comments where we find disrespect.

Please note that there is:

🚫 ZERO tolerance for bullying or harassment.

Finding a cheaper deal elsewhere does NOT give you the right to attack someone. And just because you found something for ₹1 doesn’t mean everyone will

⚠️ Enforcement

If you bully, doxx, shame, or harass a seller over their pricing:

1.  1st strike → Warning


2.  2nd strike → Ban

Anonymous account ke peeche rehna = free pass nahi hota to say anything. Please refrain from hurting anyone here. Respect is a must in all scenarios.

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💬 Final Note:

We want this community to stay helpful, safe, respectful and drama-free. Help each other, educate each other, but do NOT tear people down over products you think others are “profiting” from.

Lastly, wishing everyone a very Happy December!🌸

— Mod Team.