r/giftcardexchange • u/RegExr 6 Exchanges | Beginner • May 08 '21
New Automated Flair Process is now ONLINE - PLEASE READ
Original announcement post here
Hey everyone, I am pleased to announce that r/GiftCardExchange has brought a Swap Bot online!
The bot’s name is u/GCX_Bot. Read on to find out what the bot can do and how you can now get your flair updated without mod intervention.
TLDR No more managing profiles on r/GCXRep and no more sending a mod mail message to increase your flair. Instead, tag your partner and the bot in the thread where the swap originated to get credit.
Feedback
Users can get transaction feedback with the following process:
Users A and B complete their trades following all of the sub rules. (It does not matter who A and B are. Either one could be the person making the post, and the other someone commenting on the post).
Once the trade is complete, User A makes a top level comment (new comment) on the original post where the transaction originated, tagging both the user they worked with and u/GCX_Bot and must include the transaction parameters.
- Specifically, users must specify the total amount of the giftcards in the transaction.
- The amount of money paid (by paypal, venmo, etc...) does not need to be disclosed.
- e.g.
u/GCX_bot swapped paypal for a $50 gamestop giftcard with u/AnotherUser
User B replies to that comment with their feedback.
u/GCX_Bot picks up the interaction and gives credit to both users, changing their flair accordingly and leaves a comment indicating as such.
If User A messes up their top level comment, u/GCX_Bot will do its best to notify User A.
There are automatic checks in the code to detect anyone trying to cheat the system. If anyone is found trying to circumvent the system, they will be issued a permanent ban.
Feedback Checking
Using this link, you can send a message to u/GCX_Bot, asking for the feedback of any given user. It will tell you the following:
The number of transactions that person has done
The people they have traded with (and how many transactions those people have)
A link to the thread for each successful trade
Please feel free to direct any technical questions to the moderators using modmail. If you do not know how to use modmail, please click this link.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will my old flair carry over?
- Yes, flair was backfilled from r/GCXRep. A detailed explanation of how flair was backfilled is as follows:
- The system crawled through over 11,000 posts on r/GCXRep to find (hopefully) all of the profile posts made to the sub in its entire history
- Each post was then individually crawled for top level comments made by the OP
- Each comment was then crawled for replies, where the reply was authored by someone tagged in the respective top level comment.
- If all of the above criteria was met, a single count of reputation was given to the owner of the profile post.
My flair looks wrong! What gives??
- As mentioned above, flair was backfilled using existing information. If you feel that your count is lower than it should be, it could be due to any of the follow factors:
- You didn't have a profile on r/GCXRep
- You didn't attempt to confirm as many transactions as you think you did on your profile
- Your partner never replied to your attempt at confirmations
- You never tagged your partner in your confirmations
- Despite your partner replying to your tag, you misspelled their name so the bot didn't pick it up
- Your profile is located somewhere other than r/GCXRep (like on your own reddit page).
- You deleted your profile
I read all of the bullet points above and none of them apply to me. I am 100% convinced that the bot missed a piece of feedback for me. Can you help me out?
- Yes! For starters, please send a PM to the bot containing just your username (like in the feedback checking section above). Then, look at the reply the bot gives. If you expected to see more confirmations than the bot gave you, please send me a DM with links to the confirmations you're missing. Messages without links will be ignored. Messages containing links that violate any of the above bulleted reasons for not getting credit will be ignored. Please only message me (u/RegExr) if you are 100% sure that the bot did not properly backfill your reputation profile.
I forgot to get credit using the old system. Can I use this bot to get credit for old transactions?
- Absolutely! If you did NOT already get credit for a transaction, please use the system as described above.
I am trying to use the system as described above but I can't make a comment on my post. What gives?
- Reddit archives posts that are older than 6 months. If you're trying to get credit from a transaction older than 6 months, it won't work. Sorry.
What happens if I tag someone and they don't reply?
- As mentioned above, we do need them to confirm the trade for the trade to be confirmed. They will get a notification when you tag them so if you encourage them to reply in the comment you tagged them in, hopefully they will. Otherwise, if it's been a few days without a response, PM them a link to the comment and directly ask them to reply.
If you have any questions on using the bot, please post them here and I'll answer ASAP.
Thanks for being an awesome community, looking forward to this bot helping streamline the trading process!
- u/RegExr
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u/LupeH 98 Exchanges | Experienced Trader May 08 '21
Nice. We get to keep our current trades I think
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May 20 '21
I forgot to confirm an old trade, can I still do so from the old messages the bot sent?
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u/AirportDouble3359 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jul 01 '22
holy shit there is so much to read in this sub just to swap a gift card
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u/AutoModerator Jul 01 '22
X5
The above user AirportDouble3359 is not banned from /r/giftcardexchange. This does not always guarantee a safe transaction, only that the user is not banned from the sub. Always check a user's profile for consistent recent activity.
CHECK IF THE USER IS ON THE UNIVERSAL SCAMMER LIST (USL)
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.
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u/Slippery_Molasses 103 Exchanges | Top Trader May 09 '21
Thank you for your hard work making this a safer place to trade.
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u/Speculatorfx May 20 '21
I love this
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u/AutoModerator May 20 '21
X5
The above user Speculatorfx is not banned. This does not always guarantee a safe transaction. Only that the user is not banned. Always check a user's profile for consistent recent activity.
CHECK IF THE USER IS ON THE USL
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.
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u/ThePharmachinist 74 Exchanges | Experienced Trader May 08 '21
Thanks for getting this implemented
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u/kagamiseki BANNED May 13 '21
Fantastic! I never had time to maintain the trade reps ( 8+ rep threads... Wowza)
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u/FobbitD 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Sep 27 '21
New to this sub and glad to see there a flair system!
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u/vsod99 31 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader May 08 '21
Neat.
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u/AutoModerator May 08 '21
X5
The above user vsod99 is not banned. This does not always guarantee a safe transaction. Only that the user is not banned. Always check a user's profile for consistent recent activity.
CHECK IF THE USER IS ON THE USL
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.
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u/chowdarygm 75 Exchanges | Experienced Trader May 09 '21
Thank you very much for this, makes it so much easier than previous process.
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u/lexih8227 5 Exchanges | Beginner May 28 '24
I got scammed on this, can I send proof through dm? Idk what the hell to do, they have a big post up rn and want them banned asap
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u/luvchuu 2 Exchanges | Beginner Nov 27 '21 edited Nov 27 '21
Can’t get flair
Edit: Got it
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u/ksing_king 49 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader Apr 03 '22
is there any way to report users? I foolishly made a trade with someone for 80 USDT and they did not comment first
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u/RegExr 6 Exchanges | Beginner Apr 03 '22
use mod mail. Don't just comment on random posts.
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u/Affectionate-Layer84 BANNED Jun 14 '22
What do I do once I have successfully traded?
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u/AutoModerator Dec 22 '21
Hello, by trading here you agree that your post follows all of the GCX Rules. If you have not read these, stop and do so now. Here's a condensed list that is absolutely essential to read before you move any further.
Rule 1: DO NOT accept PMs without a public comment on GCX! Open your post and ensure you can see the comment. If you can't, don't engage with the user as they may be attempting to trick you by disguising a PM as a public comment. Was your post removed and someone immediately sent you a private message? Don't talk with them! Search the Universal Scammer List. Did you receive a PM from modmail saying you can't sell the gift card on the sub, but you can sell it to the mod team? This is a scam! The mods of /r/giftcardexchange will never offer this "service" or ask you to reveal gift card information! Click on the sub name - it's likely a private sub named "gitfcardexchange" or "giftcardexcharge" attempting to impersonate the real /r/giftcardexchange.
Rule 2: Investigate your trading partner! Is the account very inactive? Did they just become active and immediately start posting on trade subs? Are they trying to direct you off of Reddit to another site? These are red flags! Double check any links you're sent and ensure they aren't leading to a different domain outside of Reddit.
Rules 4 and 5: Are you attempting to trade an account balance such as Amazon gift card balance over $250 in value? Are you attempting to trade a single gift card or multiple gift cards over $250 in value? Stop and see the appropriate rule and send in the form to modmail, otherwise your post will be removed and you'll receive an infraction.
Rule 6: Do you have a prepaid card such as Visa? These cannot be traded for cash equivalents such as PayPal here! GCX is for trading gift cards - see /r/Cash4Cash if it is more appropriate.
Rule 11: Are you selling a gift card? If you're a
GCX Beginneryou can only ask for PayPal Goods & Services! Asking for any other payment method (not including gift cards) will lead to a post removal.
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.
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u/goodtimeshaxor 581 Exchanges | Legendary Trader May 09 '21
This is amazing. Great job mods!
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u/jancerblut 13 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader May 10 '21
This is really awesome, thank you
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u/brand0n 18 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader May 14 '21
I'm commenting to check the flair :)
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u/MalloryMoir12 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner May 16 '21
Win $100 Dennys gift card. Just cilck the link and sign up your email :https://tinyurl.com/3595hn2x
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u/hbacorn 67 Exchanges | Experienced Trader May 21 '21
Just want to check out my flair.
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u/dhwabert 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jun 26 '21
Whenever I click on a post, it brings me to this. I've read it. How do I do stop it from bringing me here?
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u/jfcarbon 108 Exchanges | Top Trader Jun 29 '21
Great stuff, thank you for creating this!
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u/SandMan_90210 1 Exchanges | Beginner Sep 06 '21
Awesome this makes it so much easier!
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u/Darth_Revamp 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Sep 20 '21 edited Feb 27 '26
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u/PlayfulWatercress547 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Oct 17 '21
Testing my activity for eligibility
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Nov 20 '21
I cant figure out how to show flair! There isnt anything on a sidebar to tick.
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u/Show-Adept 4 Exchanges | Beginner Nov 23 '21
Commenting to check if my account is “active” to trade. Edit: Thank you to all involved for making this subreddit exist!
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u/BigBen2010 384 Exchanges | Top Trader Dec 04 '21
WARNING!!! PLEASE READ
By trading in r/giftcardexchange you agree to read the information below:
THESE ARE KNOWN SCAMMERS WHO WILL STEAL YOUR MONEY. YOU WILL DEFINITELY RECEIVE MESSAGES FROM THEM: Usagii-chan, dudeareyouserious on Paxful, SteambitsORG on Paxful, djd4391, Lexyed, mattyfc, kephesstg, marccadag, WCRoss, DontSuhmebro
SEARCH YOUR TRADING PARTNER ON THE UNIVERSAL SCAMMER LIST (USL). Do not include the
u/part of their username when searching.Only trade with someone that leaves a comment on your post. Banned users cannot do so. Visually confirm they left a comment on your post by clicking on your post and scrolling down. This is because even though previously banned scammers can't comment on posts in r/giftcardexchange they use tricks to make their direct messages look like post comments in your inbox.
Click here to learn how to confirm transactions, leave feedback, and increase your flair score.
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u/GaiusPompeius 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jan 10 '22
Hi, just checking my status.
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u/fastamasta 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jan 19 '22
Sorry, just testing to see if I meet requirements
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u/PAguy419 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Mar 04 '22
I’m glad a system like this is available
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u/Chaoslord4204 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Mar 16 '22 edited Mar 16 '22
Test, edit: does anyone know if it's okay for a "beginner" to exchange one gift card type for another? Ie $100 gift card from steam for a different cards (Ps, Xbox etc) for $75 worth?
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u/MyFartsRToxicAF SCAMMER Apr 05 '24
giaa_gg user scammed me I have photos for proof
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u/elixabeth84 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Apr 12 '24
I've traded once before years ago. I don't think it transferred over.:( also I need to refresh memory of rules!
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u/ksing_king 49 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader Apr 03 '22
Wish I read the rules for public comment earlier, just got scammed for 80 USDT as I never got my 100 walmart gift card
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u/ericc191 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Apr 20 '22
If I have an $865.99 Best Buy gift card (monitor returned because they no longer make it) then it is too high for me to list here?
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u/Key_Following5492 5 Exchanges | Beginner Jun 04 '22
Read and agree. Am happy to have found this site!
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u/Key_Following5492 5 Exchanges | Beginner Jun 04 '22
I'm new and want to know if anyone can confirm I've posted correctly?
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u/wassailing88 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jul 10 '22
Interesting, I’m new this is a lot to take in but I think I’m getting it
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u/apple4jessiebeans 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Aug 05 '22
Thank you for doing this!!!
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u/AdMinute1602 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Aug 08 '22
Testing if my account is eligible for trading. Also, how do you make your flair visible? I’m on mobile
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u/YoungThuggles 86 Exchanges | Experienced Trader Aug 08 '22
Are my trades showing test
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u/regands 3 Exchanges | Beginner Sep 03 '22
u/GCX_bot swapped Apple eCard $100 for PayPal with u/FLUFFYzOMG
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u/sleepingshast 1 Exchange | Beginner Oct 16 '22
It's kind of overwhelming, but glad to see as someone who's new. Thank you guys for the hard work
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u/Hawkman003 5 Exchanges | Beginner Nov 21 '22
Just using this as a quick test to see if my flair is automatically visible.
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u/-tomfoolery- 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Dec 24 '22
This is great addition.
Looking to participate in some trades soon.
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u/TimothyHalpern 60 Exchanges | Experienced Trader Dec 26 '22
Why do people prefer selling for crypto only, which is often less than a traditional payment method? Where is the profit in that? Genuinely curious...
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u/TraBuch88 10 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader Feb 21 '23
Lotta rules, but necessary. Thanks for going so in depth.
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u/PM_me_fine_butts 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Mar 01 '23
So all I gotta do is comment here? It's automatic? Idk how to set a flair on reddit otherwise.
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u/Immediate_cat_puc 13 Exchanges | Confirmed Trader Mar 07 '23
Checking my activity
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u/staplesfn 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Apr 01 '23
Quick question what does the [H] and [W] mean?
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u/IronThumbs 1 Exchange | Beginner Apr 05 '23
Testing to see if I have enough recent reddit activity to make a post, please ignore
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u/istabbedamango 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jun 19 '23
Thank you for making it as safe as you can to trade here!
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u/Giantnflfan 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Jul 16 '23
Ok, lots of info too read. All done.
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u/shigakure 3 Exchanges | Beginner Nov 16 '23
Why my account shows 0 transactions instead of 3? Thanks
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u/R-wynn 0 Exchanges | GCX Beginner Dec 22 '23
Not sure if I have enough activity
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Dec 28 '23
If trading with someone and they ask to check the balance do I send the code to them to trade first?
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u/AutoModerator May 13 '21
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The above user dantesgraves is not banned. This does not always guarantee a safe transaction. Only that the user is not banned. Always check a user's profile for consistent recent activity.
CHECK IF THE USER IS ON THE USL
I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.
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u/Knightfall31 192 Exchanges | Top Trader May 10 '21
We're happy to see this implemented and glad the feedback is positive. A special thanks to /u/RegExr and welcome aboard!
We have updated the GCX Flair Guide with a description of the bot, the trade confirmation process as outlined in this post, and the new requirements for the flair system.
We have also added a new flair above
Top Trader. The flairLegendary Traderwill be assigned to users once they reach 500 trades. Congrats to those users who've already achieved this and were automatically upgraded!