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uSell.com scam not sending money promised

I was quoted 112 for my iphone. Since I hate my iphone and replaced it with a nokia, I thought oh well what can it hurt. So I send my iphone to them and they come back with it is not what they thought a less storage model. They give me an offer of 42.00. So I take it because I do not want to mess with scam artists. So I am awaiting to get nothing. The good news is I do not need the money, I just thought it would be a good idea to recycle. Well I hope the criminals do something right by recycling the phone.
If they do not do the right thing, I hope they burn in macintosh hell.

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CustEx
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Aug 21, 2014 8:09 am EDT
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Hi CMSJ, uSell is no scam, I promise you. If you would be so kind as to email support@usell.com with your order details, I'd be happy to look into your order for you. I look forward to hearing from you!

Best regards,
Heather
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CMSJ
Hartford, US
Aug 16, 2014 5:30 pm EDT
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U sell quoted me $40.00 for my LG phone. I sent in two expecting a $80.00 check. According to UPS tracking Phones was delivered on 08/13/14 I have not heard anything back nor has u sell system been updated. I hope this was no a scam!

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CustEx
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Jul 15, 2014 12:45 pm EDT
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Hello,
My name is Heather and I am the Customer Experience Manager for uSell. I'm sorry to hear you were disappointed with your experience. I can assure you that you have not been scammed; we are proud to offer a risk-free transaction in a safe, professional marketplace of professional buyers. If you would be so kind as to email support@usell.com (attention Heather) with your order ID and the name you used for it, I would be happy to look into this for you. Once I receive your order information, I will work as quickly as possible to resolve your complaint.

Best regards,
Heather

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uSell.com no customer service at all

Got a quote from usell.com on september 4, 2013 to sell my iphone 4 via a "buyer" on their website "second hand cellular." they say they will mail a free postage paid shipping package and label to you in a few business days and that "5 days" after receiving your phone the buyer will issue payment. I received the mailer on saturday, september 14, 2013, ten days after requesting it. Oh well, I think, let's get this sent. I drop the phone off at my local post office on monday, september 16, 2013. Seven days later and it's september 23, 2013, and no word that they received my phone. I send an email, no response, I wait a couple days, send another, no response again. After a week of trying to contact usell.com and second hand cellular, I finally get a generic, "the buyer will pay you when the phone arrives" email from usell.com. I contact usps with the tracking number I finally get from the customer service rep. Usps says the package left a sorting facility in brooklyn, ny (it's final destination) on september 21, 2013 at 4:00 am. 6 days ago. Usps says the package was probably either lost or stolen. I need usell.com to give me information regarding the shipping label to file a lost/stolen package complaint with usps, but no one will contact me via email. I have sent a total of 6 emails in the past week and no one ever responds. Total lack of customer service. Never use usell.com, they will ignore you forever if anything goes wrong. Now I am not only out the $131 I was quoted for the phone, I no longer have an iphone. Should have just traded it in to apple...

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Lenora Cooper
Galveston, US
Jun 22, 2014 12:45 pm EDT
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My name is lenora cooper in i sent my phone in 3 weeks ago in i need my money my.moNey if u dont give me my money i will call the police my brother is a cop i need my moneY my email adress is lenorayvette73@gmail.com contact me now.

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Suq Madiq
Chicago, US
Jun 22, 2014 2:08 pm EDT
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Just so we know it's really you, Lenora (if that's your real name) please post your social security number. just to be safe...

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Suq Madiq
Chicago, US
Jun 22, 2014 2:06 pm EDT
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post your social security number too so we know it's really you, lenora

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usell.com
Tolleson, US
Mar 11, 2014 12:57 pm EDT

I have not got my money from my phone. I sent it 3 weeks ago to usell.com.I was wondering when will I be getting my money .

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uSell.com never recieved the check promised

I saw a commercial stating they buy cell phones so I went online and got a quote for a lg my-touch q and a samsung galaxy admire and a iphone 3 I got a quote for 132. They sent the packaging to send the phones. Its been four weeks and I have not received my check. I can't get in contact with anyone. Sent several emails. There's no number. This is horrible business I am contacting a lawyer.

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consandra bennett
Louisville, US
Oct 09, 2014 4:25 pm EDT
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My name is Rhonda Lowe I never received my check for my Motorola cell phone it was still brand new if I do not receive my phone back or my check I will most definitely be getting a lawyer!

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Juan A . Ortiz
West Hartford, US
May 26, 2013 9:51 am EDT

Hi ! My name is Juan Ortiz, I send a classic iPod 160 g, by April 14, with the cable. With good conditions . And never no checks, nothing. I still waiting they are fraud.

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uSell.com scam/no offers

This site is nothing but a scam. They say top dollar for phones & its accessories, but it's not. They barely offer anything for phones. If the phone is older that a year, they offer most times recycling sites. They do things that they never discuss in the commercials. This is a terrible site.

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jukebox912
Boston, US
Jul 10, 2012 6:48 am EDT
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The majority of complaints about uSell date back to transactions that were made prior to June of 2011. Furthermore, uSell has an A- rating with the BBB. All of the customer issues have been resolved and the company is focused on providing customers with an easy and secure way of selling their unwanted electronic devices.

uSell acknowledges that they did make some mistakes in the company's early days, but they have done and continue to do everything that they can to make it right for every customer. If you have an issue with a current transaction, uSell strongly encourages you to contact them directly at Support@uSell.com.

For everyone who is concerned about uSell's credibility, here is some information about what the majority of uSell customers experience with the company, as well as links to customer reviews of their partners: http://www.usell.com/blog/usell-university/proof-that-usell-buyers-will-not-scam-you/.

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uSell.com this is a straight up scam be warned

This company say they'll buy your old cell phones. I sent in my phones on march 9th it is it is the 28th and no response. It was no problem for them to send my so call kit for me to send in my phones free postage. That took three days but I tried to report maybe the phones were stolen in the mail because they claim to reimburse you if anything happen and I haven't got any response. There's no phone number on the website, no address, just an email they don't respond to. This is a straight up scam be warned. I should have done more research before I sent my phones.

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donald dry
newcastle, US
Mar 02, 2012 4:11 pm EST

i sent in a phone 2months ago and never got my check either did it before and got my check but what can we do about this donald dry .

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uSell.com usell is a fraud

I'm not going to say much other than the company usell.com is a fraud (www.usell.com). they will send you the requested envelop in order to ship your phone to them, but that's the last thing you will ever receive from usell.com. After months of saying they have not received my phone, I finally said enough with the back and forth, just file a lost phone claim and be done with this aggravation. Then they go silent for weeks and won't return my emails. I filed a complaint with the bbb and suddenly (after the bbb sends them correspondence) the company acknowledges they have my phone and will send me a $58 check within 7-10 days. That was over 30 days ago. How is this not a crime? If a person gave me a phone and I agreed to pay them money for it, but then just walked away - I could go to jail for theft.

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Rocsin
Austin, US
Jan 28, 2012 6:00 pm EST

Domain service provider: web domain registrant information for usell.com.
Technical Contact:
Technology, Information it@upstreamworldwide.com
Upstream Worldwide Inc
200 E Broward Blvd
Suite 1200
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
United States

ISP service provide: This domain translates to an IP address of 50.56.53.142. This IP address is owned by:
Name Cloud Loadbalancing as a Service-LBaaS (ORD)
Handle C02752681
Street 9725 Datapoint
City San Antonio
State/Province TX
Postal Code 78225
Country US
reference: http://whois.arin.net/rest/net/NET-50-56-52-0-1/pft
This is company has no abuse but is provided service by rackspace.com (abuse@rackspace.com).
Here's what you do, send an email to the following addresses:
abuse@rackspace.com
abuse@upstreamworldwide.com
it@upstreamworldwide.com
In the email state that you are informing them of fraudulent activity conducted by their customer "usell.com" and that by providing service to them they are enabling this activity. Request their help is stopping this activity. Detail the issues you have and point them to links on the web showing the scam. Try and keep it to the point and matter of fact - abuse departments get 1000's of emails a day.
In addition here are the contact details for upstreamworldwide.com -- call them and complain.
Chief Executive Officer Doug Feirstein
Office No.: [protected]
Chief Financial Officer: Daniel Brauser
Office No.: [protected]
Chairman of the Audit Committee: Grant Fitzwilliam
Office No.: [protected]
Outside Legal Counsel: Michael D. Harris, Esq.
Office No.: [protected]
Whistle Blower Hotline:
Toll free North America:
Toll free Outside of U.S. and Canada: Toll free fax (North America only):
[protected]) [protected]-5201.

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uSell.com I want to take this to judge karen court

My name is augustine booker and I want judge karen to hear my case about usell because this is the 3rd time that I send them a message and left my phone number because I send them my used sell phone over a month ago and they left a message on my phone stating that they was prossesing my phone and if it was not for cash they will call me and ask me if they can recycle it and it been over a month now and they never did call me back so I want to know when will I get a check in the mail my phone number is [protected]

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uSell.com I want to know where is my check

I have a complaint against usell.com my name is augustine booker I send in my old sell phone over a month ago and usell.com called my phone and left a message stating that they was prossing my phone and if it was not for cash they would call me and ask me if they can recycle it and now it been over a month ago and they never did call me. I send them a message last week ago with my phone number and they never did call me back this is the second time that I send this complaint to you all please call me at [protected] and let me know a answer I want to know what day in july will I get my check and how much will it be thank you.

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uSell.com a total fraud

What total frauds usell.com are. After making an initial posting about about the extended delays, the host of excuses about why it was taking so long for my iphone to be valued, I get an email from the usell ceo dave feirstein saying my phone was worthless. A fully funtional iphone less than two years old, and checked by at&t store prior to being sent. I attached the email below. Goes to show that the complaints posted on this site and others about the outright fraud usell commits ring true. Save yourself the time and effort and use a vendor other than usell or simply donate to a worthy local charity.
We can't give you money for your phones.

But we will recycle them for you for free.

Darn, your phones have no value. We understand this might be a bit disappointing to hear so please allow us to explain. Unfortunately, they may not have powered up, they may have been cracked or had a badly damaged screen or, they just may not have had any resale value because they're obsolete models.

But, good news. We'll recycle them for you free of charge so you can sleep well at night knowing they haven't ended up in a landfill. Now that's worth something, right?

Thanks,

Doug feirstein

Ceo

www.uSell.com

P.S. Have other environmentally conscious friends? Tell them about us and we'll recycle their phones too.

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LadyTaj
Midland, US
Jul 21, 2014 9:51 pm EDT

That is so messed up, recycle ur items wow they need to send it back to where it came from, u can get something for it off of eBay or Craigs List, they need to be exposed

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HeebieJeebies
Los Altos, US
Jul 16, 2014 6:58 pm EDT

A jew is the CEO, should be a dead giveaway that it's a scam lol

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hpcy
Honolulu, US
Dec 31, 2013 1:48 am EST
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Correction (if they can't offer you any money)

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hpcy
Honolulu, US
Dec 31, 2013 1:46 am EST
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IFf they can give you any money for it. Why not send it back to owner. Recycling other person property . This is totoal violated your right.

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cman123
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May 21, 2013 11:30 am EDT

### cause the phone parts are worth some value like the battery.

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uSell.com fraud

Do not use usell.com!

I had switched from t-mobile to verizon and no longer needed my samsung memoir, which doesn't work on the verizon network. My samsung memoir was in mint condition and was an 8 megapixel smart phone.

I considered three different cell phone mail in companies, but usell.com offered the biggest quote. I should have known there was something amiss when I noticed their quote was double the other two companies' quotes. I now realize that they over inflate their quotes as a bait and switch to steal your phone and your money.

Usell.com offered me approximately 70 dollars while the other two companies offered me 30-38 dollars.

When I finally got my check, it was for 18 dollars! I was sick to my stomach that my original assumption was correct; usell.com is a scam. Being robbed of 50 bucks wasn't the worst part, but rather the shame I felt of thinking I might be walking into a scam, but subduing my better judgement by telling myself that I was being cynical and that this is a perfectly legal and ethical business venture, and then watching those initial fear come into fruition.

As soon as I emailed usell.com for an explanation, I was stone walled. Then, they had the utter audacity to tell me that the phone I sent them was actually a samsung behold, not a samsung memoir. The inclination I got was that they normally deal with people who don't know the difference between similar models, and that they could bully or convince me into believing that I sent them a completely different phone than the one I actually sent them. Unfortunately for them, I am a computer technician and former cell phone seller, and I know the difference between a samsung behold and a samsung memoir. I have never owned a samsung behold, so they are either lying to me to justify stealing 50 dollars from me, or they mixed up two customers' phones, either scenario is a justifiable reason for any potential new customer to avoid this wretched company.

They refused to supply me with a contact phone number or mailing address for escalation and I feel completely and thoroughly violated.

If there are any lawyers among us on this board, I would be a ready and willing participant in a class action lawsuit against usell.com, please email me at [protected]@gmail.com to get this party started.

Also, to potential customers... A person claiming to represent usell.com will soon provide a comment to my complaint on this board. They will sound nice and try to diminish my complaint as a misunderstanding, and will claim that they are getting a bad wrap. But believe me when I tell you that the niceties exist only in these complaint forums.in private, via "customer service," they will call you ignorant, stupid and try to silence and demean you.

Keep in mind that the ceo of usell.com has been convicted of defrauding the public with money for cash schemes, also a by-mail scam cooked up to steal your money. I didn't learn this fact until it was too late, but it's not too late for you to learn from my mistakes!

Do not use usell.com!

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Update by natelan
Feb 13, 2011 3:49 am EST

Dear "Big Money, "

I appreciate you adding to my complaint. I'm sorry that usell.com has also defrauded you out of your phone and hard earned money.

Usell.com is stealing money from all of us, so I hope that both of us can find justice.

Update by natelan
Feb 13, 2011 2:51 am EST

"Big Money, " if your redneck, stupid ### could read, you would know that I already replaced my cell phone. I got an HTC Droid Incredible, which is the nicest phone you can currently buy in America. You can't afford one.

Also, if your dumb ### could read, you would have realized that the Escondido police department killed my aunt, not my grandmother.

Stick to your amusing "faux hauler" posts, because I would tear a new ### into your face and ### it, if you want to tango, you dumb ###.

USELL.COM IS A FRAUD, PEOPLE!

REFER TO MY ORIGINAL COMPLAINT.

USELL.COM IS A FRAUD!

Update by natelan
Feb 13, 2011 1:07 am EST

A correction to my above complaint...

The CEO of Usell.com has been convicted of defraud the public by running a mail-in money for gold scam. I accidentally typed money for cash.

Accounts on the internet describe his prior money for gold schemes as lying about the type or quality of gold received, or lying about ever receiving the gold at all, both an attempt to give their customers less money than they deserve.

Business as usual, I see, since Usell.com also practices these unscrupulous and illegal methods.

DO NOT USE USELL.COM !

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inertia40
Satellite Beach, US
Mar 16, 2011 10:53 pm EDT

DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY, THEY ARE FRAUDS. There is a pattern of abuse, they quote you high prices and then send you a check for one to three dollars after you wait for the check 3 months. They attach a FORM LETTER that says your phone does not meet requirements so your check is lower that the quoted price...PURE B.S. DONT FALL FOR THERE TV COMMERCIALS!

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Austin, US
Jan 28, 2012 6:02 pm EST

Domain service provider: web domain registrant information for usell.com.
Technical Contact:
Technology, Information it@upstreamworldwide.com
Upstream Worldwide Inc
200 E Broward Blvd
Suite 1200
Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33301
United States

ISP service provide: This domain translates to an IP address of 50.56.53.142. This IP address is owned by:
Name Cloud Loadbalancing as a Service-LBaaS (ORD)
Handle C02752681
Street 9725 Datapoint
City San Antonio
State/Province TX
Postal Code 78225
Country US
reference: http://whois.arin.net/rest/net/NET-50-56-52-0-1/pft
This is company has no abuse but is provided service by rackspace.com (abuse@rackspace.com).
Here's what you do, send an email to the following addresses:
abuse@rackspace.com
abuse@upstreamworldwide.com
it@upstreamworldwide.com
In the email state that you are informing them of fraudulent activity conducted by their customer "usell.com" and that by providing service to them they are enabling this activity. Request their help is stopping this activity. Detail the issues you have and point them to links on the web showing the scam. Try and keep it to the point and matter of fact - abuse departments get 1000's of emails a day.
In addition here are the contact details for upstreamworldwide.com -- call them and complain.
Chief Executive Officer Doug Feirstein
Office No.: [protected]
Chief Financial Officer: Daniel Brauser
Office No.: [protected]
Chairman of the Audit Committee: Grant Fitzwilliam
Office No.: [protected]
Outside Legal Counsel: Michael D. Harris, Esq.
Office No.: [protected]
Whistle Blower Hotline:
Toll free North America:
Toll free Outside of U.S. and Canada: Toll free fax (North America only):
[protected]) [protected]-5201.

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cowgirl11407
Mansfield, US
May 15, 2011 3:59 am EDT

Also Natelan, I appreciate you letting go when Big money was being rude. He should have never said that!Thank you aswell for your in put. Im so glad I searched Usell.com first, any luck with getting anything back from them?

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cowgirl11407
Mansfield, US
May 15, 2011 3:54 am EDT

Regardless of Big Money coping things off the site, it helped me. I didnt have to waste my time searching anything he let me know it all right here. So now i will not be a victom of Usell.com. Also i dont thinks people need to start crap on complaints, you didnt experince the the person writing did. If you dont wanna read thier complaint dont! Also you dont need to bring in personal feeling like someone did, thats messed up!

Anyways thank you very much Big Money!
Nichole

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apreppy1
Moorhead, US
Apr 11, 2011 8:56 pm EDT

So, what are the legitamite websites to send your phones into, please!? THanks!

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matty21
, US
Mar 16, 2011 8:41 am EDT

My experience was very positive. I was impressed and really happy with the amount I received. I will definitely recommend you to my peers."
--Terrance C., Manassas, VA

"I was very pleased with your service and the experience. I have already requested another kit and will be telling my friends."
--Mickey G., Sebastian, FL

"Shortly after I sent in my phones, I received a payment of $205! My experience with uSell was great!"
--Josie W., Los Angeles, CA

and all of these are all fakes just like the website i got ###ed over too sorry to here about your aunt i hope thay burn in hell !

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matty21
, US
Mar 16, 2011 8:39 am EDT

good for you big money you can copy and paste words did your dog teach you that you ###ing goon

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BiG Money
, US
Feb 13, 2011 3:42 am EST

What we’re asked most.

Q. How do I sell my phone?
A. First, you type in the make and model in the Search bar and select the phone you want to sell. Then, we give you an instant quote, telling you what your phone is worth.

Q. What types of phones can I sell?
A. All brands of cell phones are accepted.

Q. Does my phone need to be working?
A. Yes. When we receive your phone, it must be able to power up and make a call and have a damage-free LCD screen. If it doesn’t, we won’t be able to pay you for your phone, but we will recycle it for you free of charge.

Q. How long do I have to send you my phone?
A. We must receive your phone within 15 days of the date you got your quote. Because a cell phone’s value depreciates quickly, if you wait any longer to send it in, you’ll likely receive an adjusted quote (and often less money) based on the market conditions.

Q. Can I send in more than one phone?
A. Yes. You can send in as many phones as you like, but keep in mind that the newer the phone and better the condition, the more money you get back.

Q. Do I need to send in the accessories that came with my old cell phone?
A. Nope. Your phone is the only thing we need. Please do not send in chargers, accessories or extra packaging materials.

Q. What happens to my cell phone?
A. First, we test and repackage your phone at our processing facility. And then, it’s ready to be reused around the world. If your phone cannot be reused, we properly recycle it for you.

Q. What if I can’t find my phone model?
A. Just visit our Support page and tell us the manufacturer and model number and we can let you know if it’s eligible for payment or if we’d recycle it, instead.

Q. How do I find my phone’s model number?
A. Your model number is typically listed on the back of your phone, underneath your battery. So just open your phone, remove its battery and check the ID sticker on the back of it.

Q. What about the personal data on my phone?
A. As part our commitment to protecting your privacy, our standard practice is to remove all data from phones. However, we encourage you to do so yourself.

Q. When will I get my money?
A. Your check will be mailed in just a few weeks after we receive your phone(s) in the mail. We’ll even send you emails telling you things like when we receive your Cash-for-Cell Kit, when your phone is processed and when we’ll mail your check.

Q. What if my phone gets lost in the mail?
A. Every cell phone you send in is automatically insured by uSell for up to $100.

Q. If I change my mind, can you send my phone back to me?
A. Sorry, no. Once you accept your quote, complete your transaction and send us your phone, we cannot return it.

Q. Why do you need my mailing and email address?
A. We need your mailing address so we can send you the free, postage-paid secure and insured Cash-for-Cell Kit so you can send us your phones. And as part of our commitment to customer service, we will be sending you emails to keep you up-to-date throughout the process.

Q. What if I have a question that isn’t already answered here?
A. No worries. Just go to our Support page, click on the

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BiG Money
, US
Feb 13, 2011 3:40 am EST

Cell Phones Terms And Conditions
The following Terms and Conditions govern each transaction between you and uSell and are legally binding on you as a user of the uSell web site and/or as a customer of uSell. Your use of the uSell web site indicates your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Use of uSell.com may be terminated or suspended for noncompliance of these Terms and Conditions. In addition, use of this site can be terminated for any reason we deem necessary, at our sole discretion, to protect ourselves and/or other users of the site.

Requirements for Use and Transactions
You warrant to uSell that you have;
provided us complete and accurate information to include your name, mailing address and e-mail; and
good and marketable title to the property you send in; and
full authority to sell and transfer said property; and that
said property is sold free of all liens, encumbrances, liabilities, and adverse claims of every nature and description whatsoever; and that
said property is not from, or the result of, illegal activity in this country or any other country; and that
you are at least eighteen (18) years of age; and that
any transaction initiated by you will not cause uSell to be in violation of any anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism, or other applicable law of the U.S., any state or any foreign country; and that
you are the actual legal owner of any and all property offered to be sold to uSell and you are acting on your own behalf.
Guarantee Against Loss/Limitation of Liability
In the event you properly use our provided Cash-for-Cell Kit and mailing label, and your shipment is initially scanned by the carrier, your items will be insured against loss for up to $100. If you wish to insure your shipment for more than $100, you may do so at your own expense with the United States Postal Service at any Post Office. uSell utilizes the services of third party carriers such as the United States Postal Service and their tracking applications will be the sole proof that your items were shipped to uSell. In the event you use your own packaging, you must insure your property with the carrier for its full value and if it is lost or stolen prior to reaching uSell you must make a claim against the carrier. uSell reserves the right to reject delivery of any uSell return Cash-for-Cell Kit or package that appears to be damaged, opened, or tampered with. uSell will have no liability to you for any such attempted delivery or return of any such items.
Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, uSell will have no liability to you whatsoever, whether arising in connection with your use of the uSell Web site, a return mailer, loss of phone or any other property or for any other reason, including, without limitation, uSell’s own acts or omissions. In no event will uSell's liability to you exceed One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). uSell will not be liable to you for any damages, including but not limited to, incidental, consequential, punitive, loss of profit or opportunity, other than as expressly set forth in these Terms and Conditions. By submitting your items, you explicitly and expressly accept this limitation of liability.
In order to receive a loss guarantee payment or other remuneration from uSell, you must submit a claim form provided by uSell and certain other documentation. You may submit a claim form any time after at least thirty (30) days after the date of shipment. Failure to comply with these requirements will constitute a waiver by you, and result in the denial by uSell of your claim.

Product Appraisal, Valuation and Transaction Acceptance
Pricing quoted at uSell.com is valid when:
uSell receives phones for appraisal at our processing facility within 15 days from the date a registered customer receives a quote via the uSell Web site; and
phones shipped are in working condition and meet the following criteria:
a. phones are the age, make and model you received a quote for; and
b. phones power-up and make an industry standard test call from our processing facility; and
c. phones are not broken, crushed, water damaged or have broken LCD's; and
d. plastic cases are complete and intact.
If any of the above criteria are not met upon appraisal, uSell reserves the right to alter the quoted price, which may include reducing the actual price paid to zero ($0). Regardless of the actual appraised price, we cannot return any phones to you. The shipment of your phone(s) confirms your acceptance to have your phones appraised and processed. By sending your phones to us, you agree to accept our appraisal of them and either:
our payment amount to you; or
if we find your phones to have no value, our recycling them responsibly on your behalf.
Each mobile phone must have a valid Electronic Serial Number (ESN) or International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI). Phones with outstanding balances associated with the ESN number, or listed as lost or stolen cannot be accepted for sale but will be recycled responsibly. Battery chargers and related accessories have no value; please do not sent them to us.

Removing Data from Your Phone
uSell’s standard practice is to remove all data and/or stored files from your phone; however, uSell makes no guarantee that it will do so. Before shipping your phones, you should remove all data which may include, but is not limited to: phonebook information, personal codes, e-mail addresses, personal addresses, IM addresses, photos, and downloaded files. By sending uSell your phone, you agree to release us from any claim as to the product, the data stored in such product, or any information on any media used in conjunction with the product. uSell is not responsible for any loss suffered by you due to any data that is not erased from the device and transferred to a third party.

Deactivation of Phones Prior to Shipping
It is the user's responsibility to deactivate service on all mobile phones prior to shipping to uSell. uSell will not be responsible for airtime or any other charges accrued prior to, during, or after any transaction. It is the responsibility of the original user and wireless carrier/service provider to resolve payment issues regarding any and all carrier-based service charges.

Payment Procedures
A check is mailed to you upon appraisal of your phones at our processing facility.

Choice of Law, Waiver, and Claims
You expressly agree that these Terms and Conditions, and all uSell transactions, will be exclusively governed by the laws of the State of Florida without regard to its conflict of law provisions. uSell’s failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not be deemed to be a waiver of such right or provision. If any of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and the other terms and conditions will remain in full force and effect. You agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to use of the Cash-for-Cell Kit or otherwise with uSell must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose or be forever barred. Any such claim or cause of action must be filed in the State or Federal Courts of Broward County, Florida. uSell will be entitled to reimbursement for any and all costs incurred by it in defending any civil action filed or attempted to be filed in any jurisdiction outside of Broward County, Florida, including but not limited to, attorney's fees incurred by uSell.

Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless uSell against any and all liability, claims, suits, losses, costs and legal fees (paid in advance) caused by, arising out of or resulting from any breach or claimed breach by you of these Terms and Conditions, including claims brought by third parties. You further warrant that you will fully defend, protect, indemnify, and hold harmless uSell and its lawful successors and assigns from any adverse claim thereto.

Copyright /Trademark Notice
uSell.com is owned and operated by uSell. Materials on this site, unless otherwise specified, including the text, site design, logos, graphics, icons, images as well as the selection, assembly and arrangement thereof, are the sole property of uSell. No materials from this site may be copied, reproduced, modified, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means without prior written permission. Unauthorized use of the materials appearing on this site may violate copyright, trademark and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil penalties.

BiG Money
BiG Money
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Feb 13, 2011 3:38 am EST

uSell Your Phone
Before March 1st and
Get a $10 Bonus
Every customer who sends us a phone with a value of $50 or more as assessed at our processing facility, will receive a $10 bonus check. Phones must be postmarked before March 15, 2011 to qualify. Offer limited to one phone per customer.

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uSell.com complete scam

I sent in a small box of phones to usell after they sent me a quote for the phones. About a month later, they sent me a check for all of the cheap phones and none of the iphones that I sent in. After sending a complaint to their complaints email address and getting a response a week later, usell told me they did not receive any of the iphones. How could that be true as all of the phones were packaged together? Usell just did not want to pay me for the more expensive phones. From doing more research on the company, this seems like a standard business practice of theirs. It is also borderline stealing! They do a great job protecting themselves as they do not have any phone numbers you can call, no company address, and no way to log into an account on their website (even though they give you an account id for a user login). I would stay clear of this company and their horrible business practices.

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Oakdale, US
Dec 03, 2014 4:53 pm EST

My email is msonedeeptx@yahoo.com. I was to also scammed by usell and If there is a class action law suit I would love to be a part of it.

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Usells a fraud
Cleveland, US
Jan 04, 2013 9:10 am EST
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All usell can say is email us and we will fix I've never used them but know someone who has and they had all of the same problems use Gazelle.com its who I use no problems usell will be brought down how they can say a 4month old samsung galaxy 4 was broken when it was like knew is ridiculous all there doing is taking peoples money we have done several"test" to check there truthfullness by sending in totaly NEW PHONES never used and documented the whole process with video only to be told our brand new never used phones wereworthless HA jokes on them we our joing in class action suit have contacted multiple organizations regarding this matter including FTC who were helpfull and the bbb wich is a joke we have multiple videos of exactly what phones were sent and in what condition only to be told they were worthless DO NOT USE usell might as well be called ushipusyourmoney

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marvinzmartian
CHAMBERSBURG, US
Apr 07, 2011 1:54 pm EDT
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i see usell bit someone else now they want our information so they can contact us, dont give these thieves any personel info you do that they might use ur info for illegal gains .. i dont trust this company, word is this guy that owns it was convicted of a gold buying scam as to someone who posted earlier did his homework on this company... i am checking into filing a class action suit against usell .. if anyone is intresred in filing a class a class action suit pleas email me with you email address @schultzedon@yahoo.com

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scammed by usell
Longview, US
Apr 07, 2011 2:22 am EDT

They are scam artist. Told us my nearly new blackberry pearl flip phone wasn't worth anything and that they would recycle it for me. It was in perfect condition when I mailed it. I filed a complaint with the FTC and BBB.

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marvinzmartian
CHAMBERSBURG, US
Mar 25, 2011 3:33 am EDT
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this a true scam they dont tell you that info before you ship it .. this is a rip off i sent a phone in to them and was quoted 34.00 .. after emailing them about where the check was they sent a email stating it was damaged .. i checked the phone myself and i used it there was no problem with the phone . usell sent a email back saying it was broke which it was ### the phone worked and nothing was wrong with it .. here are the emails they sent

One Cash-for-Cell Kit coming your way
From:
"TheuSellTeam@usell.com"
View Contact
To: xxbandosxx@yahoo.com

You want a Cash-for-Cell Kit? You got it.

Thanks for requesting your free postage-paid Cash-for-Cell Kit. We're on it and it'll go out in the mail today.

Thanks,

Doug Feirstein
CEO
www.uSell.com

Please do not reply to this email. To connect with someone in our Customer Support area, email us at support@uSell.com.

Mon, January 31, 2011 4:23:10 PM
Your Cash-for-Cell Kit is on its way
From:
"TheuSellTeam@usell.com"
View Contact
To: xxbandosxx@yahoo.com

We just sent you your postage-paid mailer.
Oh, you're welcome.

It's like Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza all rolled into one. Let's face it; getting your hands on that shiny uSell mailer is enough to make anyone feel a little giddy.

And for good reason: 1) Once you place your cell phones inside the 6 x 9 green mailer, it won't be long until you say, "Hello, extra cash." And 2), Recycling your cell is an environmental good deed. And who couldn't use a little positive karma these days?

Thanks,

Doug Feirstein
CEO
www.uSell.com

Please do not reply to this email. To connect with someone in our Customer Support area, email us at support@uSell.com.

Wed, February 9, 2011 1:01:17 PM
Almost done!
From:
"TheuSellTeam@usell.com"
View Contact
To: xxbandosxx@yahoo.com

We're processing your order as we speak.

We're just dotting our I's and crossing our T's to make sure your phones match your information and the quote you received. When that's done, we'll send you an email letting you know it's "check time."

In the meantime, pat yourself on the back for being so environmentally cool. And spread the word to your friends and get them to do the same!

Thanks,

Doug Feirstein
CEO
www.uSell.com

P.S. Your check amount may be different than the quote you received if you sent in fewer phones or a different cell make or model than what was quoted.

Please do not reply to this email. To connect with someone in our Customer Support area, email us at support@uSell.com.

Thu, February 10, 2011 11:16:09 AM
Look on the bright side
From:
"TheuSellTeam@usell.com"
View Contact
To: xxbandosxx@yahoo.com

We can't give you money for your phones.
But we will recycle them for you for free.

Darn, your phones have no value. We understand this might be a bit disappointing to hear so please allow us to explain. Unfortunately, they may not have powered up, they may have been cracked or had a badly damaged screen or, they just may not have had any resale value because they're obsolete models.

But, good news. We'll recycle them for you free of charge so you can sleep well at night knowing they haven't ended up in a landfill. Now that's worth something, right?

Thanks,

Doug Feirstein
CEO
www.uSell.com

P.S. Have other environmentally conscious friends? Tell them about us and we'll recycle their phones too.

Please do not reply to this email. To connect with someone in our Customer Support area, email us at support@uSell.com.

a little disapointed my ### i am pissed off this is a con job extra money my ###, , i am getting in touch with the attorney general office and contacting a attorney to file a class action law suit against this company..
please check this post later to whom people have been ripped off or contact me at schultzedonald@yahoo.com

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Ijournalist
Los Angeles, US
Feb 21, 2011 7:45 pm EST

I'm a journalist. I saw usell on tv but after much research and reading so many complaint posts (this isn't the only post) I decided not to do business usell.com. I have several iphones-- does anyone know of any legitimate alternatives? thanks!

BiG Money
BiG Money
, US
Feb 13, 2011 3:46 am EST

Cell Phones Terms And Conditions
The following Terms and Conditions govern each transaction between you and uSell and are legally binding on you as a user of the uSell web site and/or as a customer of uSell. Your use of the uSell web site indicates your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Use of uSell.com may be terminated or suspended for noncompliance of these Terms and Conditions. In addition, use of this site can be terminated for any reason we deem necessary, at our sole discretion, to protect ourselves and/or other users of the site.

Requirements for Use and Transactions
You warrant to uSell that you have;
provided us complete and accurate information to include your name, mailing address and e-mail; and
good and marketable title to the property you send in; and
full authority to sell and transfer said property; and that
said property is sold free of all liens, encumbrances, liabilities, and adverse claims of every nature and description whatsoever; and that
said property is not from, or the result of, illegal activity in this country or any other country; and that
you are at least eighteen (18) years of age; and that
any transaction initiated by you will not cause uSell to be in violation of any anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism, or other applicable law of the U.S., any state or any foreign country; and that
you are the actual legal owner of any and all property offered to be sold to uSell and you are acting on your own behalf.
Guarantee Against Loss/Limitation of Liability
In the event you properly use our provided Cash-for-Cell Kit and mailing label, and your shipment is initially scanned by the carrier, your items will be insured against loss for up to $100. If you wish to insure your shipment for more than $100, you may do so at your own expense with the United States Postal Service at any Post Office. uSell utilizes the services of third party carriers such as the United States Postal Service and their tracking applications will be the sole proof that your items were shipped to uSell. In the event you use your own packaging, you must insure your property with the carrier for its full value and if it is lost or stolen prior to reaching uSell you must make a claim against the carrier. uSell reserves the right to reject delivery of any uSell return Cash-for-Cell Kit or package that appears to be damaged, opened, or tampered with. uSell will have no liability to you for any such attempted delivery or return of any such items.
Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, uSell will have no liability to you whatsoever, whether arising in connection with your use of the uSell Web site, a return mailer, loss of phone or any other property or for any other reason, including, without limitation, uSell’s own acts or omissions. In no event will uSell's liability to you exceed One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). uSell will not be liable to you for any damages, including but not limited to, incidental, consequential, punitive, loss of profit or opportunity, other than as expressly set forth in these Terms and Conditions. By submitting your items, you explicitly and expressly accept this limitation of liability.
In order to receive a loss guarantee payment or other remuneration from uSell, you must submit a claim form provided by uSell and certain other documentation. You may submit a claim form any time after at least thirty (30) days after the date of shipment. Failure to comply with these requirements will constitute a waiver by you, and result in the denial by uSell of your claim.

Product Appraisal, Valuation and Transaction Acceptance
Pricing quoted at uSell.com is valid when:
uSell receives phones for appraisal at our processing facility within 15 days from the date a registered customer receives a quote via the uSell Web site; and
phones shipped are in working condition and meet the following criteria:
a. phones are the age, make and model you received a quote for; and
b. phones power-up and make an industry standard test call from our processing facility; and
c. phones are not broken, crushed, water damaged or have broken LCD's; and
d. plastic cases are complete and intact.
If any of the above criteria are not met upon appraisal, uSell reserves the right to alter the quoted price, which may include reducing the actual price paid to zero ($0). Regardless of the actual appraised price, we cannot return any phones to you. The shipment of your phone(s) confirms your acceptance to have your phones appraised and processed. By sending your phones to us, you agree to accept our appraisal of them and either:
our payment amount to you; or
if we find your phones to have no value, our recycling them responsibly on your behalf.
Each mobile phone must have a valid Electronic Serial Number (ESN) or International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI). Phones with outstanding balances associated with the ESN number, or listed as lost or stolen cannot be accepted for sale but will be recycled responsibly. Battery chargers and related accessories have no value; please do not sent them to us.

Removing Data from Your Phone
uSell’s standard practice is to remove all data and/or stored files from your phone; however, uSell makes no guarantee that it will do so. Before shipping your phones, you should remove all data which may include, but is not limited to: phonebook information, personal codes, e-mail addresses, personal addresses, IM addresses, photos, and downloaded files. By sending uSell your phone, you agree to release us from any claim as to the product, the data stored in such product, or any information on any media used in conjunction with the product. uSell is not responsible for any loss suffered by you due to any data that is not erased from the device and transferred to a third party.

Deactivation of Phones Prior to Shipping
It is the user's responsibility to deactivate service on all mobile phones prior to shipping to uSell. uSell will not be responsible for airtime or any other charges accrued prior to, during, or after any transaction. It is the responsibility of the original user and wireless carrier/service provider to resolve payment issues regarding any and all carrier-based service charges.

Payment Procedures
A check is mailed to you upon appraisal of your phones at our processing facility.

Choice of Law, Waiver, and Claims
You expressly agree that these Terms and Conditions, and all uSell transactions, will be exclusively governed by the laws of the State of Florida without regard to its conflict of law provisions. uSell’s failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not be deemed to be a waiver of such right or provision. If any of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and the other terms and conditions will remain in full force and effect. You agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to use of the Cash-for-Cell Kit or otherwise with uSell must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose or be forever barred. Any such claim or cause of action must be filed in the State or Federal Courts of Broward County, Florida. uSell will be entitled to reimbursement for any and all costs incurred by it in defending any civil action filed or attempted to be filed in any jurisdiction outside of Broward County, Florida, including but not limited to, attorney's fees incurred by uSell.

Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless uSell against any and all liability, claims, suits, losses, costs and legal fees (paid in advance) caused by, arising out of or resulting from any breach or claimed breach by you of these Terms and Conditions, including claims brought by third parties. You further warrant that you will fully defend, protect, indemnify, and hold harmless uSell and its lawful successors and assigns from any adverse claim thereto.

Copyright /Trademark Notice
uSell.com is owned and operated by uSell. Materials on this site, unless otherwise specified, including the text, site design, logos, graphics, icons, images as well as the selection, assembly and arrangement thereof, are the sole property of uSell. No materials from this site may be copied, reproduced, modified, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means without prior written permission. Unauthorized use of the materials appearing on this site may violate copyright, trademark and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil penalties.
4 mins ago by BiG Money 0 Votes
Cell Phones Terms And Conditions
The following Terms and Conditions govern each transaction between you and uSell and are legally binding on you as a user of the uSell web site and/or as a customer of uSell. Your use of the uSell web site indicates your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Use of uSell.com may be terminated or suspended for noncompliance of these Terms and Conditions. In addition, use of this site can be terminated for any reason we deem necessary, at our sole discretion, to protect ourselves and/or other users of the site.

Requirements for Use and Transactions
You warrant to uSell that you have;
provided us complete and accurate information to include your name, mailing address and e-mail; and
good and marketable title to the property you send in; and
full authority to sell and transfer said property; and that
said property is sold free of all liens, encumbrances, liabilities, and adverse claims of every nature and description whatsoever; and that
said property is not from, or the result of, illegal activity in this country or any other country; and that
you are at least eighteen (18) years of age; and that
any transaction initiated by you will not cause uSell to be in violation of any anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism, or other applicable law of the U.S., any state or any foreign country; and that
you are the actual legal owner of any and all property offered to be sold to uSell and you are acting on your own behalf.
Guarantee Against Loss/Limitation of Liability
In the event you properly use our provided Cash-for-Cell Kit and mailing label, and your shipment is initially scanned by the carrier, your items will be insured against loss for up to $100. If you wish to insure your shipment for more than $100, you may do so at your own expense with the United States Postal Service at any Post Office. uSell utilizes the services of third party carriers such as the United States Postal Service and their tracking applications will be the sole proof that your items were shipped to uSell. In the event you use your own packaging, you must insure your property with the carrier for its full value and if it is lost or stolen prior to reaching uSell you must make a claim against the carrier. uSell reserves the right to reject delivery of any uSell return Cash-for-Cell Kit or package that appears to be damaged, opened, or tampered with. uSell will have no liability to you for any such attempted delivery or return of any such items.
Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, uSell will have no liability to you whatsoever, whether arising in connection with your use of the uSell Web site, a return mailer, loss of phone or any other property or for any other reason, including, without limitation, uSell’s own acts or omissions. In no event will uSell's liability to you exceed One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). uSell will not be liable to you for any damages, including but not limited to, incidental, consequential, punitive, loss of profit or opportunity, other than as expressly set forth in these Terms and Conditions. By submitting your items, you explicitly and expressly accept this limitation of liability.
In order to receive a loss guarantee payment or other remuneration from uSell, you must submit a claim form provided by uSell and certain other documentation. You may submit a claim form any time after at least thirty (30) days after the date of shipment. Failure to comply with these requirements will constitute a waiver by you, and result in the denial by uSell of your claim.

Product Appraisal, Valuation and Transaction Acceptance
Pricing quoted at uSell.com is valid when:
uSell receives phones for appraisal at our processing facility within 15 days from the date a registered customer receives a quote via the uSell Web site; and
phones shipped are in working condition and meet the following criteria:
a. phones are the age, make and model you received a quote for; and
b. phones power-up and make an industry standard test call from our processing facility; and
c. phones are not broken, crushed, water damaged or have broken LCD's; and
d. plastic cases are complete and intact.
If any of the above criteria are not met upon appraisal, uSell reserves the right to alter the quoted price, which may include reducing the actual price paid to zero ($0). Regardless of the actual appraised price, we cannot return any phones to you. The shipment of your phone(s) confirms your acceptance to have your phones appraised and processed. By sending your phones to us, you agree to accept our appraisal of them and either:
our payment amount to you; or
if we find your phones to have no value, our recycling them responsibly on your behalf.
Each mobile phone must have a valid Electronic Serial Number (ESN) or International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI). Phones with outstanding balances associated with the ESN number, or listed as lost or stolen cannot be accepted for sale but will be recycled responsibly. Battery chargers and related accessories have no value; please do not sent them to us.

Removing Data from Your Phone
uSell’s standard practice is to remove all data and/or stored files from your phone; however, uSell makes no guarantee that it will do so. Before shipping your phones, you should remove all data which may include, but is not limited to: phonebook information, personal codes, e-mail addresses, personal addresses, IM addresses, photos, and downloaded files. By sending uSell your phone, you agree to release us from any claim as to the product, the data stored in such product, or any information on any media used in conjunction with the product. uSell is not responsible for any loss suffered by you due to any data that is not erased from the device and transferred to a third party.

Deactivation of Phones Prior to Shipping
It is the user's responsibility to deactivate service on all mobile phones prior to shipping to uSell. uSell will not be responsible for airtime or any other charges accrued prior to, during, or after any transaction. It is the responsibility of the original user and wireless carrier/service provider to resolve payment issues regarding any and all carrier-based service charges.

Payment Procedures
A check is mailed to you upon appraisal of your phones at our processing facility.

Choice of Law, Waiver, and Claims
You expressly agree that these Terms and Conditions, and all uSell transactions, will be exclusively governed by the laws of the State of Florida without regard to its conflict of law provisions. uSell’s failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not be deemed to be a waiver of such right or provision. If any of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and the other terms and conditions will remain in full force and effect. You agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to use of the Cash-for-Cell Kit or otherwise with uSell must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose or be forever barred. Any such claim or cause of action must be filed in the State or Federal Courts of Broward County, Florida. uSell will be entitled to reimbursement for any and all costs incurred by it in defending any civil action filed or attempted to be filed in any jurisdiction outside of Broward County, Florida, including but not limited to, attorney's fees incurred by uSell.

Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless uSell against any and all liability, claims, suits, losses, costs and legal fees (paid in advance) caused by, arising out of or resulting from any breach or claimed breach by you of these Terms and Conditions, including claims brought by third parties. You further warrant that you will fully defend, protect, indemnify, and hold harmless uSell and its lawful successors and assigns from any adverse claim thereto.

Copyright /Trademark Notice
uSell.com is owned and operated by uSell. Materials on this site, unless otherwise specified, including the text, site design, logos, graphics, icons, images as well as the selection, assembly and arrangement thereof, are the sole property of uSell. No materials from this site may be copied, reproduced, modified, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means without prior written permission. Unauthorized use of the materials appearing on this site may violate copyright, trademark and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil penalties.
3 mins ago by BiG Money 0 Votes
Cell Phones Terms And Conditions
The following Terms and Conditions govern each transaction between you and uSell and are legally binding on you as a user of the uSell web site and/or as a customer of uSell. Your use of the uSell web site indicates your acceptance of these Terms and Conditions. Use of uSell.com may be terminated or suspended for noncompliance of these Terms and Conditions. In addition, use of this site can be terminated for any reason we deem necessary, at our sole discretion, to protect ourselves and/or other users of the site.

Requirements for Use and Transactions
You warrant to uSell that you have;
provided us complete and accurate information to include your name, mailing address and e-mail; and
good and marketable title to the property you send in; and
full authority to sell and transfer said property; and that
said property is sold free of all liens, encumbrances, liabilities, and adverse claims of every nature and description whatsoever; and that
said property is not from, or the result of, illegal activity in this country or any other country; and that
you are at least eighteen (18) years of age; and that
any transaction initiated by you will not cause uSell to be in violation of any anti-money laundering, anti-terrorism, or other applicable law of the U.S., any state or any foreign country; and that
you are the actual legal owner of any and all property offered to be sold to uSell and you are acting on your own behalf.
Guarantee Against Loss/Limitation of Liability
In the event you properly use our provided Cash-for-Cell Kit and mailing label, and your shipment is initially scanned by the carrier, your items will be insured against loss for up to $100. If you wish to insure your shipment for more than $100, you may do so at your own expense with the United States Postal Service at any Post Office. uSell utilizes the services of third party carriers such as the United States Postal Service and their tracking applications will be the sole proof that your items were shipped to uSell. In the event you use your own packaging, you must insure your property with the carrier for its full value and if it is lost or stolen prior to reaching uSell you must make a claim against the carrier. uSell reserves the right to reject delivery of any uSell return Cash-for-Cell Kit or package that appears to be damaged, opened, or tampered with. uSell will have no liability to you for any such attempted delivery or return of any such items.
Except as expressly provided in these terms and conditions, uSell will have no liability to you whatsoever, whether arising in connection with your use of the uSell Web site, a return mailer, loss of phone or any other property or for any other reason, including, without limitation, uSell’s own acts or omissions. In no event will uSell's liability to you exceed One Hundred Dollars ($100.00). uSell will not be liable to you for any damages, including but not limited to, incidental, consequential, punitive, loss of profit or opportunity, other than as expressly set forth in these Terms and Conditions. By submitting your items, you explicitly and expressly accept this limitation of liability.
In order to receive a loss guarantee payment or other remuneration from uSell, you must submit a claim form provided by uSell and certain other documentation. You may submit a claim form any time after at least thirty (30) days after the date of shipment. Failure to comply with these requirements will constitute a waiver by you, and result in the denial by uSell of your claim.

Product Appraisal, Valuation and Transaction Acceptance
Pricing quoted at uSell.com is valid when:
uSell receives phones for appraisal at our processing facility within 15 days from the date a registered customer receives a quote via the uSell Web site; and
phones shipped are in working condition and meet the following criteria:
a. phones are the age, make and model you received a quote for; and
b. phones power-up and make an industry standard test call from our processing facility; and
c. phones are not broken, crushed, water damaged or have broken LCD's; and
d. plastic cases are complete and intact.
If any of the above criteria are not met upon appraisal, uSell reserves the right to alter the quoted price, which may include reducing the actual price paid to zero ($0). Regardless of the actual appraised price, we cannot return any phones to you. The shipment of your phone(s) confirms your acceptance to have your phones appraised and processed. By sending your phones to us, you agree to accept our appraisal of them and either:
our payment amount to you; or
if we find your phones to have no value, our recycling them responsibly on your behalf.
Each mobile phone must have a valid Electronic Serial Number (ESN) or International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI). Phones with outstanding balances associated with the ESN number, or listed as lost or stolen cannot be accepted for sale but will be recycled responsibly. Battery chargers and related accessories have no value; please do not sent them to us.

Removing Data from Your Phone
uSell’s standard practice is to remove all data and/or stored files from your phone; however, uSell makes no guarantee that it will do so. Before shipping your phones, you should remove all data which may include, but is not limited to: phonebook information, personal codes, e-mail addresses, personal addresses, IM addresses, photos, and downloaded files. By sending uSell your phone, you agree to release us from any claim as to the product, the data stored in such product, or any information on any media used in conjunction with the product. uSell is not responsible for any loss suffered by you due to any data that is not erased from the device and transferred to a third party.

Deactivation of Phones Prior to Shipping
It is the user's responsibility to deactivate service on all mobile phones prior to shipping to uSell. uSell will not be responsible for airtime or any other charges accrued prior to, during, or after any transaction. It is the responsibility of the original user and wireless carrier/service provider to resolve payment issues regarding any and all carrier-based service charges.

Payment Procedures
A check is mailed to you upon appraisal of your phones at our processing facility.

Choice of Law, Waiver, and Claims
You expressly agree that these Terms and Conditions, and all uSell transactions, will be exclusively governed by the laws of the State of Florida without regard to its conflict of law provisions. uSell’s failure to exercise or enforce any right or provision of these Terms and Conditions will not be deemed to be a waiver of such right or provision. If any of these Terms and Conditions is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the parties nevertheless agree that the court should endeavor to give effect to the parties' intentions as reflected in the provision, and the other terms and conditions will remain in full force and effect. You agree that regardless of any statute or law to the contrary, any claim or cause of action arising out of or related to use of the Cash-for-Cell Kit or otherwise with uSell must be filed within one (1) year after such claim or cause of action arose or be forever barred. Any such claim or cause of action must be filed in the State or Federal Courts of Broward County, Florida. uSell will be entitled to reimbursement for any and all costs incurred by it in defending any civil action filed or attempted to be filed in any jurisdiction outside of Broward County, Florida, including but not limited to, attorney's fees incurred by uSell.

Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless uSell against any and all liability, claims, suits, losses, costs and legal fees (paid in advance) caused by, arising out of or resulting from any breach or claimed breach by you of these Terms and Conditions, including claims brought by third parties. You further warrant that you will fully defend, protect, indemnify, and hold harmless uSell and its lawful successors and assigns from any adverse claim thereto.

Copyright /Trademark Notice
uSell.com is owned and operated by uSell. Materials on this site, unless otherwise specified, including the text, site design, logos, graphics, icons, images as well as the selection, assembly and arrangement thereof, are the sole property of uSell. No materials from this site may be copied, reproduced, modified, republished, uploaded, posted, transmitted, or distributed in any form or by any means without prior written permission. Unauthorized use of the materials appearing on this site may violate copyright, trademark and other applicable laws and could result in criminal or civil penalties.

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BiG Money
, US
Feb 13, 2011 3:46 am EST

So just who is uSell? Glad you asked.

We read a statistic one day that over 130 million cell phones are replaced every year in the United States. Yet only a small percent of those are recycled.

Well, needless to say, that got us thinking. Our company, uSell, is the result of us asking ourselves what can we do to help solve the problem.

With new phone models, operating systems and features coming out faster than you can blink an eye, consumers are upgrading their cells more frequently than ever before. And, that means, too often, unwanted cell phones are tossed in the junk drawer and then forgotten about.

Based on EPA estimates, over a billion wireless phones are gathering dust in households across the US and will likely end up in landfill, rather than being reused or recycled.

Our approach is simple: recognize the value of these electronic devices, offer cash incentives for customers to sell their phones, and then refurbish them, so they can be reused by people who need them most around the world.

We're pioneers in the buy-back-cell-phone market and offer solutions to consumers for the recycling of used personal electronics. And because we want to do this right, we're focused on making our service easy and reliable for our customers and, most importantly, good for the environment.

BiG Money
BiG Money
, US
Feb 13, 2011 3:44 am EST

Here's how it works:

1) Find the manufacturer or the name and model number on your phone. Then, use our search tool to find your phone. If you have more than one unwanted phone to sell, just click the 'Add Phones' button on the Quote Page. More phones = more money. And that's a good thing.

2) Make sure you enter your email, so we can keep you up-to-date through the process. And don't forget your shipping info so we can send you a free, postage-paid insured and secure return mailer for your phones.

3) When you're done, click on 'Checkout' and, congratulations, you've sold us your phones!

4) We'll send you your uSell Cash-for-Cell Kit in the mail. Just place your phones inside the prepaid mailer and drop it off at any USPS location. Once we receive your phones and match them to the info you provided and make sure they work, we'll email you confirmation that your check is on its way.

Note: please do not send your chargers, accessories or extra packaging materials. Your phones are all we need.

So what happens to your phone, then?

Our approach to recycling cell phones can be summed up in two words, secure and sustainable. First, we securely erase any data left on your old cell (we guarantee the best personal data protection in the industry) and then refurbish your phone to try to make it reusable. If that's not possible, we take the phone apart and properly recycle each piece. We have a 0% waste policy, so you'll never have to worry about your cell being tossed into a landfill.
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My experience was very positive. I was impressed and really happy with the amount I received. I will definitely recommend you to my peers."
--Terrance C., Manassas, VA

"I was very pleased with your service and the experience. I have already requested another kit and will be telling my friends."
--Mickey G., Sebastian, FL

"Shortly after I sent in my phones, I received a payment of $205! My experience with uSell was great!"
--Josie W., Los Angeles, CA

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natelan
san diego, US
Feb 12, 2011 10:51 pm EST

Usell.com also defrauded me. I sent them a Samsung Memoir, which they quoted at 70 dollars, and then they sent me a check for 18 dollars instead.

When I emailed them, they claimed that I sent them a Samsung Behold, which is a totally different phone. I have never owned a Samsung Behold. They lied, they stole, they cheated.

They eventually stopped answering my email and refused to give me any phone numbers or addresses to escalate the issue.

Whenever a class action lawsuit opens up, I want to be a part of it.

Lawyers, my email address is natelan@gmail.com and I am willing to appear in court. Thank you.

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uSell.com so far not so good

I saw a commercial for usell.com. They promise to give you a reasonable quote for you gently used cell phones that you no longer need or want. I submitted a quote request for the 2 blackberry 8900 phones that I had. They quoted me @ $72.00/phone. Which to me was a great deal considering otherwise they would have been collecting dust in a drawer. So, I requested they send me the "secure" shipping bag and about 4-5 days later I received that. They send you the shipping bag and shipping label. I put both phones in the envelope... Affixed the label and but it in the mail box. Now they promise to send you emails once they receive your phone and throughout the entire process. So, seeing that 3 weeks went by I figured let me shoot them an email (only way to reach them) and see what they say. Maybe they just forgot to email me right? Nope! According to the rep helping me they have not even received the package. She continues in her email that maybe since I mailed it during the holiday season (I mailed it dec. 22nd... It is now jan 11) that maybe the usps is just behind. Um, yea the post office can be slow... But not 3 weeks slow. I get my netflix in 2 days... And that was over the holiday season also. So I respond back to her "well is there a way to track the package?" she emails back "no, they do not have a way of tracking it, but that all phones are insured up to $100/each." so, I respond"ok, that's fine, but how long to I have to wait for something to happen then? Either way you need to cut me a check cause i'm not leaving this as just a loss. Yea I didn't want the phones anymore but you don't promise me one thing then then do another." I am currently waiting for her to respond to that. I will let you know what happens. But, my whole point is.. I will never do this again... I will not recommend this service to anyone. If you do decide to give them a try I wish you luck.

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uSmell
, US
Jan 30, 2017 1:02 pm EST

Here we are now in 2017 and they are they are still scamming people! I sent in a brand new iPhone 6 and was offered $274.00 however once they received the phone they reduced the offer to $36! They claimed the Find My iPhone function was still engaged. I had followed the instructions given to disengage Find My iPhone to the letter and was certain it was not engaged. After trading emails with uSell in which the customer service person was rude and accused ME of scamming HIM I insisted the phone be returned in the pristine condition with which it was sent. I will give them credit for returning the phone to me. I took the phone to have it checked out and I was told the Find My iPhone was not engaged and, in fact, the entire phone was wiped clean. I ended up selling my phone to an individual on my own for $250 and they have had no problems in using the phone. Usell lied and attempted to cheat me. I am in the process of filing a Consumer Complaint with the Attorney Gerneral's office. It's an easy process you can do online and I encourage anyone who has been cheated by these guys to do so.

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Chris Powers
, US
Sep 24, 2016 4:28 pm EDT

I sent in my pristine iPhone 6+ and was offered $261. They sent me a flimsy envelope to send it back & it was received "bent" according to them and I was given only $170 or an option to receive a bent phone back instead. I was totally mugged by these a-holes and feel very ripped off. I don't know if it was damaged in shipping or was simply their way of actually offering far less than originally promised but either way I was totally cheated by these pieces of dog crap.

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marie ortloff
, US
Aug 23, 2016 6:11 pm EDT

I sent in my Note lll and was offered $74...i get an email with a revised offer of $4 saying there was burnt spots on the screen. I am so upset as this was money i was going to use towards my kids school shopping. I know the phone had no burnt images, nothing was wrong, not even a scuff as it was in an otter box since day 1. I wish I would have checked into them a bit more. Sure I could've taken my phone back, but what use would it do me, how do I know they wouldnt damage it before sending it back. I should've known something was up. I sent in 1 phone a little further back and that was so quick...they received it, processed, and I was paid 1, 2, 3...this time it seemed to take longer then a week to hear that they even received it, then longer for them to inspect it. Seems a bit fishy that it would take so long when it was so much faster the 1st time.

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Nick Dough
, US
Apr 22, 2016 12:44 pm EDT
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This website is a gigantic scam. I don't even believe that they sent me my same iPad back . I sent them a perfectly good working iPad 2 and they told me they would give me $70. I get an email 2 weeks later saying that it would not turn on or charge. So they offered me $5. I refused and they sent it back and the charging port is bent and it will not even turn on. I would think twice before using this company. Customer support told me that it was a shipping issue. I could have sold it on Craigslist locally and made that money without all the headache. But now I am stuck with a broken iPad.

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Jamie Ely
, US
Jan 29, 2016 1:40 am EST

Complete BS. They gave me some BS about about Sprint having a power outage so it took 3 weeks to inspect my phone. Sprint knows nothing of this outage. Phone was 5 months old in near perfect condition. There was rub marks on the corners from it being in an Otterbox Defender from day one. I have several pictures and videos of the phones condition. Not a single scratch on the screen. Was quoted $88 and was offered $12. They said burnt images on the screen. From what I am reading this is their scam to give you next to nothing for your phone. I asked for proof of the burnt images because I have proof their wasn't any. Maybe thats what they were doing for 3 weeks, burning images in my phone. Don't waste your time with these jokers.

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KristenNY
, US
Nov 17, 2015 9:21 pm EST

SCAM ARTISTS. DO NOT SEND THEM YORU PHONE. They claim that the phone was stained, cracked etc when it wasn't in order to offer less money. Sell it yourself and spare yourselves the aggravation.

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Bryan McCarthy
, US
Sep 23, 2015 11:21 pm EDT

I sent them a perfectly working Samsung Galaxy S4 that they quoted me they're buying price of $88.00. Over 2 weeks later I get an email saying my phone is damaged and they will give me $22.50 for it.I will definitely never do business with this scamming company every again... I refused the offer and I hope that I get my my phone back!

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Dancer7122
, US
Aug 08, 2015 7:16 pm EDT
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I used USell to sell my Iphone 4. It was in good working condition when I mailed it and they quoted me a lousy $18. I mailed it in anyway but when they received it they said it didn't work and it was broken and only offered me $1.64-Really! It was not broken because my son was using it as his phone just prior to mailing. Had I known they were going to lie and screw me out of money, I would have gone with someone else.

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Tolleson, US
Mar 11, 2014 12:57 pm EDT

I have not got my money from my phone. I sent it 3 weeks ago to usell.com.I was wondering when will I be getting my money .

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lexy123
Waterford, US
Apr 28, 2015 4:20 pm EDT

Wow I was about to send in my s5 bit after reading the reviews...I changed my mind...thanks guys for being honest :).

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I tried the usell.com website knowing that it was probably a scam, but I figured it wouldn't hurt to send in some old phones that were lying around collecting dust. They promised money for cell phones sent in, as long as it could power up, make phone calls, and the lcd screen was undamaged. I received a quote for two cell phones, that both meet the...

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