Escrow FAQ
What payment method protects the buyer in the UK?
On private luxury sales, only escrow with agreed release conditions truly protects UK buyers. Platform protection applies to eligible on app payments. PayPal Friends and Family and bank transfer protect the seller's speed, not your money.
Why bank transfer fails buyers
Once sent, bank transfer to a stranger is almost impossible to reverse. Scammers know this and push it on designer listings.
Escrow holds funds until you confirm the item arrived and passed any authentication.
Combining buyer protection with authentication
Payment protection without authenticity checks still leaves you with a fake bag you paid for.
Cop 'Em can include Check 'Em authentication before funds release.