F1. Before Meeting or Paying
- Compare price with the normal market range. Extremely low prices are a major fraud warning.
- Ask for clear current photos or a live video of the actual item.
- Verify seller name and general location; be cautious when account/payment names differ.
- Do not send a token or advance merely to reserve an item.
- Never share OTP, UPI PIN, card PIN, CVV, password, screen-sharing access or remote-control permission.
- Do not click unknown payment/refund links or scan a QR code to “receive” money.
F2. Inspect the Gadget
- Meet in a well-lit public place and, where possible, take another person.
- Check IMEI/serial number on the device, settings, box and invoice for consistency.
- Check activation locks, account logout, MDM/enterprise restrictions, BIOS password, carrier lock and blacklisting.
- Test display, touch, keyboard, ports, cameras, microphone, speakers, network, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, charging, battery and biometric functions.
- Inspect for liquid damage, repair marks, replaced parts, physical damage and tampering.
- For expensive transactions, consider an independent technician chosen by you; IndianDeals does not arrange or guarantee inspection.
F3. Payment and Handover
- Pay only after inspection unless you independently accept the risk.
- Confirm the payee name and amount before approving UPI or bank payment.
- Obtain a signed receipt recording seller/buyer names, item, IMEI/serial number, price, date, condition and any warranty/return agreement.
- Ensure the seller removes personal accounts and activation locks and resets the device correctly.
- Immediately report suspected stolen goods or fraud to the appropriate police/cybercrime authority and notify IndianDeals with the report reference.