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Received possible scam message
                 

I received this message and am thinking it is a scam but would like some feedback. The account t says it has one positive feedback from a seller with 10K+ reviews but their account was started today. 

message:

New message from: tifki7655 (1)

Hello, I'm reaching out because I've been attempting to purchase for a few minutes now, but I consistently encounter an error when I click the buy now button. I reached out to customer support, and they clarified that the cause of the error is linked to the setup of your account. It appears that you have configured your account in a manner that restricts new users from completing purchases, and I happen to be a new user. As a resolution, they suggested that I pass along this link to you. By doing so, you'll have the ability to enable any other user facing the same issue as me to successfully make a purchase from you, and I'll be able to proceed with my transaction as well.

“Copy the link and then paste it into the address bar of your Web Browser”

disable-restrictions.es?‎ebay.com/heidishank


Once the problem is fixed, please let me know so I can try purchasing again. Your help is greatly appreciated

Kathryn
 
 
heidishank
heidishank
124View listings
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lady_madonna

lady_madonna

Mentor1 year ago
Volunteer Ebay Mentor1040View listings

@heidishank 

SCAM! Do NOT click on that link and place the member on your blocked buyer list.

                                       
heidishank

heidishank

OP1 year ago
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Thank you! I suspected it was a scam but wanted to verify. I appreciate your reply. 

                                       
                                                                                 
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