Online Safety: Protect yourself against fraudulent money transfers

Protect yourself from money transfer fraud when using Western Union or MoneyGram. Unfortunately, money transfers can be used for fraudulent purposes by both buyers and sellers; it is therefore advisable that before making a money transfer you be informed of the related risks. A money transfer service is fundamentally unsuitable for carrying out transactions with strangers!To avoid fraud you should transfer money only to individuals known personally to you (friends or relatives). On no account should you pass on payment details to someone whom you don't know. Not even making a money transfer in the name of a relative or friend, or using an agreed test question, can protect you against fraud.Make sure you you know to whom you are sending money. If you are purchasing goods or services and paying through the Western Union, MoneyGram or other wire transfer networks, it is your responsibility to verify the reputation and legitimacy of the seller. We suggest you to use an escrow service or an International inspection service.Note: Cellpex.com recommends the use of Escrow.com for purchases. If a seller suggests using a different escrow company, please use caution or better drop. You should independently check on any escrow company you would like to use by ensuring it is bonded and licensed. Recommended escrow companies are noted below:Escrow.com(recommended for users from USA)TradeSecure(recommended for users from Australia)Escrow Europa(recommended for users from Europe)Triple Deal(recommended for users from Europe)iloxx SafeTrade(recommended for users from Germany)You should avoid doing business with people from Nigeria, Cote d'Ivoire, Romania and be carefull with persons from other East European countries.