Member Safety
CardGuide connects collectors, but members handle card payments and shipping independently.
Draft for launch review · Updated July 22, 2026
Before paying
Review seller history, request current front-and-back photos, confirm the exact card number and variant, compare condition carefully, and use a payment method that offers appropriate protection.
Shipping
Use tracking, strong packaging, and insurance appropriate to the card value. Signature confirmation may be appropriate for expensive shipments. Keep messages and tracking information inside the platform when possible.
Local exchanges
Meet in a public, well-lit place. Avoid sharing a home address publicly. Inspect the card before completing payment and bring another person when appropriate.
Report suspicious activity
Report counterfeit claims, stolen photos, pressure to use unsafe payment methods, account impersonation, harassment, or repeated condition misrepresentation. A verified identity badge is not a guarantee of a safe transaction.