Scammers create bots that claim to send “fresh hot PINs” every hour to the first 10 people who DM them. To “activate” the drop, you must send a small payment (e.g., $5) or your existing Paysafecard PIN — supposedly to “verify you’re not a bot.”
What really happens: You lose your $5 or your real PIN. The scammer disappears.
They are either lying, got lucky with a one‑time contest, or are shills for scam sites. Some scammers give tiny amounts (€5) to a few people to make their “proof” videos, then steal from thousands.
If you entered a “free PIN generator” and provided personal information, act fast:
Unfortunately, if you sent a real Paysafecard PIN to a scammer, it’s gone — PINs are non‑reversible.
Cost: 100% of face value + occasional small fees.
You could trade in‑game items (CS:GO skins, RuneScape gold) for a Paysafecard PIN. Use only well‑known trading platforms with escrow. Never go first unless highly trusted.
If you need a Paysafecard but have limited funds, here are the only legitimate ways to obtain PINs without paying full price — or legally free options.