Quote from: jingsu1 on May 03, 2017, 06:14:44 PM

Quote from: libertine on April 19, 2013, 09:17:15 PM

hi im interested in buying some bitcoins im from the uk, i recently signed up on blockchain under the impression i could "ping-it" but, alas, i didnt ping anything and im left with a btc'less account also they have no blue buttons to click or ways i can buy BTC under the uk options of buying.

so... local bitcoin has some ppl on there offering btc by bank transfer but if i send my bank details to them can they somehow draw more out than is agreed or could they basically rob me? on another note i dont really want to meet people in person unless i really have to but to me this is a big step backwards being a didgital currency an all if its the only way i can get my paws on some.

any help would be greatly appreciated.

Try to use very highly rated sellers on LocalBitcoins. That way, there's a lot higher chance that you'll make a successful transaction.

times have changed and everybody is getting smarter and dealing with highly rated sellers might give OP a probable chance of not getting scammed but these days accounts can easily be bought and the best alternative solution will get you off your comfort zone... and not to compromise on your safety try out an in person trade and opt for a public meeting as a safety precaution.