Vinted
How to spot a Vinted payment-link scam
A legitimate transaction stays within the official platform. An external link that says you must enter card or bank details to receive a payment is a major warning sign.
Warning signs
When to stop and verify
- A message says you must open an external link before you can receive the buyer's payment.
- The page asks for full card details, online-banking credentials or a one-time security code.
- The other person wants to continue by email or WhatsApp.
- The link uses a lookalike domain rather than Vinted's exact official domain.
- A timer, account warning or cancellation threat pressures you to act immediately.
Safer next steps
What to do before paying
- 1Check the order only by opening the official Vinted app yourself.
- 2Never share a verification code, PIN or online-banking credentials.
- 3Report the profile and message using the platform's own reporting tools.
- 4If you entered financial details, contact your bank immediately and secure the account or card.
Evidence for a check
What to submit to VerifyBeforeBuy
A copied logo and familiar page design are easy to reproduce. The real domain and the transaction status inside the official app are more reliable than anything sent by the other person.
- Screenshots of the message and profile
- The exact link text without opening it
- Sender email or phone number
- A timeline of any steps already taken
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers
Do I need to enter my card to receive money on Vinted?
An external page asking for card or banking details to release a payment is unsafe. Check the transaction in the official app.
What should I do after entering my details?
Call your bank immediately, follow its instructions to block or secure access, and preserve the conversation for a report.