How To Become A Verified Member

[j0ker]

ECF Member Verification

STATUS: Due to the increase in activity in real life, verifications will no longer be processed on a daily basis. I will attempt to process verifications 2-3 times a week, as time permits. So please allow 5 days for processing, although time will usually be less. Please do not PM or email me for status on your request, if there is a problem with your request you will be PM'd explaining the problem.


The Classified and CO-OP section on ECF will be a Verified Member access area only, May 1, 2012. For those unaware, we had seen an increase in fraud in the Classified section and a way to circumvent (not prevent!) this activity, is the Verified Member process. We will do our best to confirm that members are who they say they are, in an attempt to remove anonymity. This in no way implies any guarantee for members nor liability upon ECF. The Classified section is and will always be a "Buyer Beware" format. It is in the members best interest to take every precaution to protect themselves! The process of members becoming "Verified" is only part of the equation to protecting yourself.

***The information acquired through this form will be kept under strict protection. The purpose of this information is to verify you as a member and can be provided directly to law enforcement should you defraud other members. At no other point will this information be used or shared with anyone else.***

***NOTE - The verification process is NOT immediate and are handled manually. Verification will normally be processed 2 to 3 times a week, usually in the evening. It is possible that real life interfere with my ability to perform verifications, so please be patient and allow at least 5 days before inquiring the status of your request. Always look under your name to make sure you aren't already verified before sending your inquiry***

FAQ:

1. Do I have to submit a request using more than one option?
   
   No, only one option should be used. Submitting multiple request adds more work for me and only one request is necessary.
   
   
2. If I receive a PM stating my request is denied, do I need to resubmit the request?
   
   Yes, all request when processed are filed away in a way to help me remain organized with request needing processed. So whether you are approved or not, the request is filed away accordingly.
   
   
3. How will I know if I am verified?
   
   If you are approved, you will not receive a notice, if you are denied, you will receive a PM explaining why you were denied. The best way to determine if you are verified or not is to just look under your name for the tag. I receive so many PM's asking if they are verified only to look and see they already have the tag, so please don't PM me, just look.
   
   
4. How many people can see my personal information? Is it secure?
   
   There are 4 people who have access to the request, myself (of course), the Forum Owner, the Forum Manager, and the Supplier Officer. The information is locked away in a private forum inaccessible to anyone other than the people previously mentioned.
   
   
5. I can't seem to access the form, why?
   
   The biggest reason for this is members attempting to use a mobile apps like Tapatalk of the ECF app. These apps do not support the forms add-on. You will be required to use the mobile browser or a PC with a browser to submit your request.
   
6. I don't feel comfortable providing this information, what can I do?
   
   First consider this, the information we are asking for will be required to complete a transaction with other members, so you will be providing this information to them. Second, practically everything we ask for is of public record and with a little diligence can be found without your input. We aren't asking for your social security number, bank account numbers, credit card numbers, or anything of that nature.
   
   
   
7. How do I know if my application was submitted successfully?
   
   To check to make sure the request sent successfully is as easy as checking your post history. To do this, click "My Profile" in the top right hand corner. Once your profile loads, look below your avatar for "Find latest posts" and click this link. Your request should be listed in your post history, if it isn't, there is a possibility it did not send properly. This happens rarely but it does happen. So if you don't see your request, go ahead and resubmit. If you aren't sure how long it's been since you sent the request, you can also check that here as well.It appears this doesn't work as expected.....

Why become "Verified"?

• Grants member to the Classified/CO-OP section.
• Provides other members a form of security by removing anonymity.

What is required to become "Verified"?

• Member must have a minimum of 20 posts. If you submit a request and have less than 20 post, the request will be deleted without notice.
• Must not have multiple serious offenses on the forum.
• Member must select and fulfill one of the options offered below.

Is being "Verified" mandatory?
As of May 1st 2012, being a Verified Member is required to participate in the Classified and CO-OP sections.

Spouses
**If you are the spouse of a verified member, there is no need in submitting a request. All you must do is send me a PM with the spouses member name and state you would like to be verified. Once your spouse has claimed you (some may have trouble with this) I will make you a Verified Member. You cannot request for your spouse to be verified, the non-verified spouse must make the request.**

How do I become a Verified Member?
Below we have 5 different methods to choose from, PayPal, Vouching Member, eBay, Feedback and NetIDme.com. Under each section you will see the instructions for each method. Select the method best for you and click the link at the end of the section. You will be taken to a form in which you'll need to fill in and submit.
**Select one method only. Do not send more than one method.**

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If you have executed the process of becoming verified via Paypal, this will most likely be the easiest method of becoming "Verified" here on ECF. This process allows us to confirm you have been verified through PayPal. PayPal address must match the email you used to register your ECF account. You can add addresses to your PayPal account if the email you registered with ECF isn't associated.

How can I know if my PayPal is verified?
Look here:


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PayPal Verification Request Form
**Since the registered email on PayPal and ECF must match, if the email addresses are different, it's best to add the one listed on ECF to your Paypal account. You are allowed more than one email address associated to your Paypal account. If you choose to update the email on the forum, you will be sent a confirmation email in which you will need to confirm the change.**

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**The members you select for vouching must be "Verified" members. Verify this before sending the request.**

Step 1: For members whom have over 30 days of membership, no serious infractions, and have three (3) "Verified" Super members whom will verify their identity, may also become verified through this process. It is important that before using a member as a voucher, that they are aware that are requesting they vouch for you. A simple PM saying "Hey, we've bought and sold to each other, would you consider vouching for me?" or something similar. If a member really doesn't know you, don't bother sending them a request. The members you select will be contacted and explained the request, along with the opportunity to revoke their vouch.

**NOTE: Before vouching for a member, understand that your verification status could be in jeopardy should there be reports of fraud against the member you are vouching for.

Step 2: Once we've confirmed you have 3 legitimate vouchers, we will send you an email confirming step 1 complete. We will then mail a code (3 to 5 business days) to the address you have used in your application. Once you have received the code, you will need to send an email to j0ker @ e-cigarette-forum . com (no spaces) stating the code that you received in the mail. This confirms the address you have given us is valid. For this service, we will request you send $1 to cover the expenses incurred to send the code (postage, paper, envelopes,...etc). This will be requested in the email confirming step 1 complete, mentioned in the beginning of this step.

This process will be the least easiest and will take more time to verify your identity. Once you have been accepted through the vouch process and we have received the correct code, you will be notified and your account will be upgraded.

If any of your information changes regarding the information provided in the verification form, it will be necessary to resend the information to update our records.

Vouching Member Request Form

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Members may be Verified using their eBay feedback.
Requirements:

1. Must have a minimum of 20 post on ECF.
2. eBay feedback rating should be 98% or above.
3. No negative feedback within the previous 6 months.
4. Must have been a eBay member for more than 1 year.
5. eBay must have more than 20 feedbacks.

What we will be looking for: (underlined and circled)



UPDATED 2-4-2012
Process

1. Member must click "eBay Feedback Request Form".
2. Member fills out form then submits.
3. ECF will verify your feedback on eBay meets the above requirements.
4. I will PM instructions including a phrase (e.g. "So, how are you doing?") and a link to my eBay contact page.
5. Member will click my eBay contact link provided in the PM, then via eBay send the phrase to my eBay account.
6. Once I receive the phrase in my eBay inbox, the member will be considered "Verified".

I know this process seems a little strange but this will prevent my eBay account for being closed for spamming. Members seeking verification will only be sending one message, so their account will be in no danger.

eBay Feedback Request Form

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Requirements

1. Must be an ECF member for a minimum of 6 months.
2. Must have 0 negative feedback.
3. Must have 10 positive feedback as "SELLER". Buying not considered.
4. Once above is confirmed, fill out form and submit.
5. Send $1 (covers postage and supplies), then code sent to member.
6. Once code received, PM j0ker with code to become verified.

How to verify you have adequate feedback to qualify.

Method 1:
Go here http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/for...nsactions.html
At the top post, click "Search Thread"
Type your username then click search.

Method 2:
The link below is an example of searching the old feedback thread and will need to be edited to search you username. By editing out my username, you will search the feedback thread retrieving all of your feedback. You MUST replace "j0ker" with your username.

http://www.e-cigarette-forum.com/forum/search.php?do=process&query=j0ker&searchthreadid=293445&contenttype=vBForum_Post

To see how it works click this link: Search Forums - E-Cigarette Forum

Old Feedback Verification Form

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Go to NetIDme.com and create an account. Be sure all aspects are verified. To be approved for verification, I will require that name, gender, and location be visible to me when loading your verification.

1. Got to NetIDme.com and create an account.
2. Once account is created, make sure all items are verified.
3. Once you have the account created and everything shows to be verified, log into account and click "Sent" under "View ID Activity".
   
4. On the next screen click "Share".
   
5. In the block type in my email address j0ker @ e-cigarette-forum.com (email without spaces) and click "Send" (Be sure to wait for the popup for the next step!)
   NOTE: The email address is j"zero"ker as in j0ker.
   
6. This step is very important. A pop-up window will appear with a link, copy that link, it will be requested on the form linked below.
   

NetIDme Verification Form

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Members may lose their "Verified" status if:

• They are found to have defrauded another member.
• Receives 2 or more confirmed major negative feedbacks. Major to be determined by staff.
• Receives 2 or more major infractions, Classified related or not.

If you have recommendations for other forms of verification, feel free to contact me. If you are unable to be verified, please let me know and we'll see if there are other methods we might use for verification.