Mobile game accounts

The real question with mobile accounts: what is the account linked to?

Mobile game accounts are usually linked to an outside account: Google Play Games, Apple Game Center, Facebook or the game’s own account. Whether the handover is permanent depends on that link being handed over too.

• Ask about the link. If the listing doesn’t say what the account is linked to, ask before you buy. Getting just a username and password isn’t enough.
• Recovery details. The email, phone number, two-step verification and recovery details linked to the account must be handed over too; if any of them stays with the seller, the account can be taken back.
• Social media links. As soon as you receive the account, check the linked Facebook/Google/Apple accounts and replace the ones you can with your own.

Reading the listing

• Level, in-game currency and inventory may turn out different from the listing; log in to the account and compare the list before you confirm delivery.
• Past penalties. The previous owner’s violations leave a mark on the account and raise the risk of sanctions later.
• The game’s own rules. Some games’ terms of service don’t allow account transfers. Make your decision knowing the rules of the game you play.
• If you only want in-game currency rather than an account, the mobile game top-up category is a better fit; there you don’t give your account to anyone.

Frequently asked questions

Is getting a username and password enough?

No. The email, phone, two-step verification and recovery details linked to the account must be handed over too. If any of them stays with the seller, the account can be taken back later.

Can a Google Play or Game Center link be handed over?

Not every game works the same way. In some games the link can be removed and a new one added; in others it’s permanent. If the listing doesn’t say, ask the seller; whether the handover is permanent depends on it.

What should I do first after receiving the account?

Change the password, update the linked email and phone with your own details, set up two-step verification again if there is one, and check the linked social media accounts.

I only want diamonds or UC. Do I need to buy an account?

No. If you only want in-game currency, the top-up category is a better fit; there nobody logs in to your account.

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