Blizzard posted a reminder about not buying gold from third parties. They go over the reasons why not to and the consequences of doing so, including account suspensions, as well as the ways gold sellers might deceive players.
Buying gold from other players in the game is risky and harmful. It supports malicious activities and violates the End User License Agreement. We urge you to avoid such transactions to protect your account and maintain a fair gaming environment.
Gold buying Risks and Consequences
Purchasing gold from other players puts your account at risk of being hacked and supports companies that steal accounts, operate bots, and disrupt the game economy. Participating in transactions that support gold sellers can lead to the removal of the gold and a permanent suspension for your account.
Deceptive Tactics
Gold sellers use automated bots and deceptive methods, including sending unsolicited gold or requesting trades outside the in-game chat to evade detection. A common sign that you’re dealing with a gold seller is an insistence that the delivery of the gold be made by a different character than the character making the initial arrangement.
Safe Practices to Avoid Gold Sellers
Players should never buy gold from other players with real money. Remember—you should only accept gold from players that you know, or through crafting or profession agreements made using in-game chat. Always avoid gold trades intended to cross game variants, realms, or factions that are not explicitly supported by the game.
The only safe way to purchase gold is via the WoW Token, which provides a convenient and sanctioned exchange of gold for game time or Battle.net Balance directly through the in-game Auction House.
