Cop 'Em Escrow Story
Vinted designer bag scam: what do I do?
Quick answer
Report the seller to Vinted, gather chat and payment proof, and contact your bank if you transferred off app. Recovery is uncertain off platform. Next time use escrow with authentication before paying for designer bags.
Customer
I bank transferred for a Chanel on Vinted after the seller said the app was broken. Bag never arrived. Vinted designer bag scam: what do I do?
Cop 'Em
Report to Vinted with screenshots, contact your bank immediately for transfer recall, and file Action Fraud. Off app payment often means Vinted cannot refund you.
Customer
I feel stupid. I need to try again for a birthday gift.
Cop 'Em
You are not alone. Next purchase: /services/escrow/vinted with authentication, no transfer to strangers. Read /stories/escrow/how-to-avoid-scams-on-vinted-buying-designer before you retry.
Ready to buy or sell safely?
Cop 'Em escrow from £500 with authentication included and funds held until you are protected.