Buying Safety Tips
How to Safely Transfer Bought Neopets Items
There are thousands of trades happening every minute, making it impossible for the Neopets Team (TNT) to monitor them all. However, TNT has automated systems that flag certain types of suspicious activity, so it’s important to use caution when transferring items. Over the years, we’ve developed strategies to safely transfer items without raising red flags, especially when dealing with high-value or rare items. Some items are preloaded onto a separate, complimentary account for you, while others may require direct transfers. The safest method depends on the item’s purpose on your main account, whether for personal use, sale, or display.
Here are the main methods for transferring items, along with tips on when and how to use each:
Trades
- How to Do It: Set up a trade on your main account with a low-value but non-junk item, such as a codestone, dubloon, or inexpensive paint brush. Offer the items from the complimentary account, then wait at least an hour before accepting the trade.
- Why It’s Safe: Trades simulate a more natural exchange and reduce the chance of automated monitoring, especially for high-value items.
- Best for: Items you plan to resell or display; large quantities of items (more than three) should ideally be transferred via trades.
Direct Sending
- How to Do It: From the inventory of the complimentary account, select the item and use the “Send to Neofriend” option. Note that you don’t need to be actual Neofriends to send items.
- Why It’s Safe: Direct sending is convenient for lower-value items and is quick for personal use items that won’t draw attention.
- Best for: Items you plan to use directly on your account (e.g., paint brushes, stamps).
Shops
- How to Do It: Place the item for sale in a shop at a price under 1,000 NP, which won’t appear in the public sales log. Then, quickly purchase it from your main account.
- Why It’s Risky: This method can be risky, as other users can see the shop listing, and it’s faster but less discreet.
- Best for: Small, low-value items where time is of the essence, but use this method sparingly.
For any of these methods, avoid transferring high-value items to a new or unestablished main account. It’s better to build up the account with lower-value trades first before handling significant transfers.
How to Safely Transfer Neopoints
Transferring Neopoints to your main account requires a method that maintains discretion. Below are safe strategies for moving your Neopoints while avoiding unnecessary attention.
Avoid Auctions
Avoid using auctions for Neopoint transfers. This method is visible to everyone, making it easy for moderators to detect irregular transactions.
Trading Post Transfer Method
The Trading Post is another effective way to move Neopoints when done carefully. To avoid raising suspicion, use valuable but low-cost items like codestones, dubloons, or other in-demand but affordable items.
- List a Trade with Low-End Items: On your main account, create a trade listing a low-cost but respectable item, such as a codestone or dubloon.
- Offer Neopoints from the Other Account: Using the account with Neopoints, place an offer on the trade for the maximum allowed Neopoints (800,000 NP per trade).
- Accept the Trade After a Delay: Wait at least an hour before accepting the offer. This delay helps the transaction appear more natural, as if it’s a standard trade rather than a transfer.
- Repeat if Necessary: For larger amounts, repeat this process over several days or sessions, making sure each trade is spread out to avoid triggering any flags.
This method keeps your transfers secure and discreet while using items that don’t immediately signal unusual activity.
Shop Transfer Method
The Shop Transfer Method is ideal for moving large amounts of Neopoints through a single purchase without drawing much attention. Here’s how to do it:
- Select Non-Junk Items: Stock low-value items in your shop (on your main account) that aren’t total junk, like a low-cost food item or a cheap book.
- Set the Price: Price each item at 99,999 Neopoints. If you want to move 5,000,000 Neopoints, stock 50 items at this price.
- Purchase the Items: Log into the account holding the Neopoints, visit your shop, and buy the items.
- Clear Your Browser Data: If using a VPN, clear cookies and your cache to maintain privacy.
This method is quick, efficient, and ensures your Neopoint transfer is discreet.
General Tips for Discreet Transfers
- Transfer in Small Batches: Instead of transferring everything at once, spread it out over several days. This keeps the activity looking natural.
- Keep Logins Minimal: Avoid rapid logging in and out of different accounts.
- Use Varied Methods: Rotate between the Trading Post and Shop Transfer methods for even more discretion.
Following these strategies will help you move your Neopoints securely, keeping your account safe and undetected.