Watchout scammers!

[xXEtmisXx]

I am not taking any credit for writing this,but it goes to Blizzard Support,im just posting it here to remind all the scammers here to be careful about what you do.

"There's a sucker born every minute." -- David Hannum
Obviously, our goal in providing World of Warcraft is to promote an enjoyable experience for our players. Being scammed is rarely (if ever!) described as an enjoyable experience. Due to the negative effect scamming has on its victims; we have very little tolerance for scamming in World of Warcraft. Severe action will be taken against known habitual scammers. Simply put, there is no room in World of Warcraft for players who wish to engage in this sort of behavior. However, engineering positive outcomes from interactions with other players is just as much a skill as winning PvP duels or clearing dungeons, and good judgment is the first line of defense against scamming. However, we realize even the most skilled and alert player can fall victim to clever scams occasionally. This document is broken into the following three sections:


Scamming another Player


This category includes:

Acquiring items or any other "possessions" from another player through misinformation, confusion, or fraud (Scamming)
If a player is found to have perpetrated a scam, he/she may:
Be temporarily suspended from the game


IMPORTANT


Repeatedly violating any area of the Terms of Use (ToU), including the area detailed above, will often result in temporary suspension from the game.


Scam Prevention FAQ


What is a scam? A scam is the act of acquiring items or any other possession from another player through misinformation, confusion, or fraud. In short, using any sort of deception to gain at another's expense. If you are unsure if your particular case fits the criteria of a scam, contact a GM in-game and they will be able to assist you. Example:[Scammer] says: Give me your sword and I will enchant it. *Victim hands sword to scammer*[Scammer] says: ROFL NEWB! Thanks for the sword!
What should I do if I get scammed? If you fall victim to a scam, immediately petition your case within game. In situations where we can verify that a scam took place, a GM may attempt to intervene and assist the victim with the recovery of his/her item(s).
Will I get my item back? Due to many variables involved with item reimbursement and types of scams, item reimbursement is not guaranteed. We will make every effort to verify your particular case and, once verified, will try to assist in returning the item to you. Please refer to our Character & Item Restoration Policy ([Only registered and activated users can see links. ]) for further details on recovering lost items.
I was scammed again! Can you help me? We want players to learn from their mistakes and take measures to ensure the same mistakes are not made again. We do not want players becoming career victims and utilizing the GM Staff as a crutch or shield versus scams. To this end, players will only be allowed a certain number of item restorations, including those lost to scams.
I grouped with a "ninja-looter," can I get the item that I am entitled to returned? Players that loot an item out of turn or against the group's wishes do not fit in the criteria of a scammer, and will not be investigated by the GM Staff.
I purchased an item out of game and have not received my item! Can the GMs assist? If you are scammed out of game, we will be unable to assist you. We do not support, condone, or investigate these types of transactions, as all data contained on the World of Warcraft servers is property of Blizzard Entertainment and cannot be bought or sold without the express written permission of Blizzard Entertainment.


Tips to Avoid Becoming the Victim of a Scam
Never give your prized possessions to anyone that you do not trust In World of Warcraft there should never be a reason to hand your items to an unknown player for any reason. Such things as casting enchantments to your items can be done safely through the secure trading window, with little risk to the player. Moving an item to the "Will not be traded" box in the secure trading window allows other players to cast enchantments, or other effects on an item without it ever leaving your possession. Be wary and display extreme caution to any player suggests a proposal or deal that involves trust.
Caveat Emptor (Buyer beware) Many scammers will attempt to use the auction houses as their tools of trade. Be diligent on what items you decide to purchase and the costs associated with each item. Always confirm the cost of the item before bidding or purchasing. In player to player transactions, confirm the item you are trading or purchasing before accepting the trade.
Real Blizzard Employees will never ask you for items or gold GMs and other Blizzard Employees will never ask you to transfer your items to them. Be wary of players attempting to use the ***** of being a GM or Blizzard Employee to trick you into giving him/her your possessions. If a player ever attempts to defraud you in this fashion, contact an in-game GM immediately, via our "Help Request" feature, to report the issue.
Do not participate in cross Realm trades. We do not support any trades of gold or items across Realms (servers). The risk is placed entirely on the player's shoulders. If you engage in these types of transactions, you run a huge risk of being scammed.
Be cautious in the friends you make. Trust should be earned and not given. Be careful in the friends and alliances you choose in game. When you join a group or guild, you are now governed by other player's rules. It is your choice to stay in a guild or group if you do not agree with their methods and practices.
Keep your account information secret. Account sharing is against our TOU. All too frequently, scamming and account hacking can be attributed to sharing an account. While you may develop strong online friends and ties, any time you share your information with another person, the security of your account is seriously compromised.
The bottom line is that we want World of Warcraft to be a fun and safe environment for all players. World of Warcraft is an MMORPG, and the key words are "Massively Multiplayer". In playing this game, you will encounter thousands of other players who share different experiences and come from vastly different backgrounds. Being scammed potentially negates hours of another player's time, and is an extremely anti-social action. We have done everything we can to make World of Warcraft a great game, but now it's up to you the players, to breathe life into the world. Choose wisely my friends.

Again,im not taking any credit for this :P

[McKeough]

I don't get this? You just quoted parts of the EULA or something, and stuff that's common sense? No?

[Gritts]

Yea.. what was the point of this exactly?

You say "be careful scammers" but from what I skimmed over of what you linked, I got more of a "Be careful dumbasses and don't get scammed".

Did I miss something?

EDIT: After looking at your other post, it seems you meant this thread to say "Be careful of Scammers". Which I would then tell you, this is a scamming forum, not so much a scam warning forum. We want to know how its done so we can do it ourself :P

[MaqqiJoe]

What is this?

[Moji]

I'm not quite sure how many people read what blizzard puts up. But I don't see anything useful out of this information.

[wimby]

thanks for nothing

why is it calling me a leecher.. i signed up 8 days ago

[ultravilence]

Then you are a site n00b. leacher after a month unless you can get 5 rep. did the person who made this just quote the elua and and a post on forums(I think) on a forum made TO scam. fail much?

[nightmared8]

What was the point of this?

[ultimbc123]

.... Thanks for nothing?

[ludde_193]

Then you are a site n00b. leacher after a month unless you can get 5 rep. did the person who made this just quote the elua and and a post on forums(I think) on a forum made TO scam. fail much?

Wow.. You'r kind of retarded. You are a much bigger leecher then the other dude.. Check your join date.

[losmix]

The point of this is that retarded nerd wants to "help" us by quoting somthing from eula

[runemaster]

TBH? who cares, i know what it says, and we know some of us are no following them.

thanks for helping?

[losmix]

lol no one is following it

[imtel]

Lol i dont understand this tbh