Safe Trading Guide for Buying and Selling Instagram Accounts on Usersell

1. How Usersell Works

Usersell is an advertising platform that connects buyers and sellers of Instagram accounts.
All negotiations and deals are directly between users—Usersell does not participate in the payment or asset transfer process, except when using our recommended Escrow Service.

Usersell has no benefit or responsibility regarding your private deals. Please read these tips carefully for a secure experience.

2. Steps for a Safe Transaction

• Find and review ads: Check the details of the Instagram account and make sure the information is clear and realistic.
• Contact the seller safely: Use provided contact options. For maximum security, request a video call to verify ownership of the account and to meet the real person behind the ad.
• Always verify seller or buyer: Ask for proof such as screen-recording access to the Instagram account, sample posts, and account activity in real time.
• Never send advance payment unless fully confident.
• For the highest level of safety: Transactions through Paypal provide more buyer protection. However, the Usersell Escrow Service is the most secure method, especially for receiving the main email account linked to the page. Read more about Escrow here.
• Meet face-to-face (if possible): If you and the other party are in the same city, meeting in person provides ultimate transparency.
• Always receive and verify the main email of the Instagram page: Make sure the original email is handed over and that you can log in. Ideally, test changing the email and phone number yourself.
• Usually, within 14 days after a successful transaction, both the email and phone number of the buyer should be set on the Instagram page for full control. We recommend using our Escrow Service—the payment to the seller will be transferred only after the 14-day safety period is complete and ownership is fully confirmed.
• Protect your data: Never share sensitive info (like verification codes or passwords) before being fully confident the deal is legit.

3. Warning Signs and Scam Alerts

• Unrealistically cheap or high-value offers with little explanation
• Sellers who refuse video calls or avoid giving extra info
• Requests for advance payment with no guarantees
• Pushing to use outside/unsafe payment methods
• Links to suspicious forms or fake login pages
• New accounts with no previous deals or feedback

4. Security Tips for All Users

• Change the Instagram page password and activate two-factor authentication after the deal.
• Safely keep all documents, screenshots, and chat logs of your negotiations.
• Do NOT send your personal ID unless you’re using the official Usersell Escrow Service.
• Use traceable and safe payment methods (Paypal, cryptocurrency transfers, or via Escrow if available).

5. When to Contact Support

• If anyone claims to be an official Usersell admin outside the website
• If you encounter suspicious or fraudulent behavior
• If you want advice on the safest transaction methods
• If you want to report a problem or scam

6. Useful Links & FAQ

• Escrow Service (Secure Transactions)
• Terms & Conditions
• Contact Us
• Report Fraud or Scam

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is Usersell responsible for my deal?No, Usersell is only a platform for posting and viewing ads. We are not a part of deals except through the official Escrow Service.
• Should I always use the Escrow Service?It is strongly recommended for higher value trades and peace of mind. See Escrow details.
• What should I do if I notice unusual or risky behavior?Break contact and immediately report the issue to our support team.
• What is the best way to make secure payments?Use Paypal, cryptocurrency, or Usersell’s Escrow Service for maximum security.
• Do I need the original email account of the page?Yes! Be sure to obtain, test, and change the main email. Never consider the deal finished until you control the email and phone number.