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Western Union

DaveW007
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I'm purchasing some software online.
The seller has requested payment via Western Union.
I've never heard of Western Union, is it safe?
Whilst I do buy online I have used Paypal in the past. Is Western Union like Paypal?
Thanks
The seller has requested payment via Western Union.
I've never heard of Western Union, is it safe?
Whilst I do buy online I have used Paypal in the past. Is Western Union like Paypal?
Thanks
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Western Union is untrackable, untraceable, and there is no way you get your money backif anything goes wrong. I ALWAYS suspect anyone who requests Western Union as payment is up to no good - have you asked if they have any other payment options?What is this life if, full of care, we have no time to stand and stare0
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If I were you I would not use Western Union.
I have used it in the past but got ripped off.0 -
Thanks for your replies.
I have asked if they accept paypal payment.0 -
I have previously sent money via western union and had no probs , once to china for a dress (£150) and also an emergency transfer to hubby abroad ,the rates are steep and they have to have photographic id to collect the money ,but mine was fine.MSE- The Glitchhikers guide to the galaxy0
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