Online purchasing can be risky if you’re not careful. This means that even though your in-app transactions are convenient, they come with a significant risk. So, it’s super important to take precautions when making online purchases. We’ve taken extra measures to ensure that your in-app purchases on the Carry1st shop are not only a great experience but that when you stock up on Free Fire or  Mancala gift cards, you don’t experience any strange encounters! 

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What Are Mobile Game In-App Purchases?

So if you’re new to paying for games online, here’s the lowdown.. In-app purchases (IAPs) are optional fees that gamers can pay in exchange for additional features.

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When you make a purchase on the Carry1st shop, for example, this would be called microtransactions. It can include in-game currency, bonus health, new levels - or even extra lives or gear upgrades. Basically, you’re stocking up on what you need through the online shop, and it’s easy because while you’re playing your game, all you have to do is dip into the Carry1st store, and wala, and you’re on your way to completing yru gaming adventure. We make it a smooth experience for you - but the aim is to ensure that it’s a safe experience, too. 

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Best Practices for Secure Transactions in Mobile Gaming

Okay, so here are the four best practices to ensure your transactions remain secure while enjoying your favourite mobile games:

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1. You should Monitor Suspicious Transactions  

Your best bet is to subscribe to "server-to-server notifications" services offered by mobile game stores. When you get an alert, or notification, you will instantly know if the status of your purchase has changed. 

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This means that you can revoke the entitlement or perform a clawback. And, let’s say this is happens often, it’s a repeated offence,  you can disable the purchasing option for the offender or block them from accessing your mobile gaming app entirely.

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2. Your Must Protect Your Password 

It’s been drummed into our heads - Don’t share your PIN! But it’s so important because-entering your password or PIN can trigger a purchase. 

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It’s means that unwanted charges to your credit card or other payment method -  methods that are linked to your app store account can occur. 

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How do you avoid unauthorised or accidental purchases? Simple, when creating a password ensure that it is a strong password. The stronger and more unique your password, the more security you’ll have!

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3. You Should Turn Off In-App Purchases 

Okay, so one of the ways to avoid a crazy bad situation, is to set your mobile so that a password is needed to make a purchase. 

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This means that anyone who gets a hold of your mobile, can’t make purchases on your behalf. Also, try not to save your Bank account information on any apps or online websites! 

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If you are a parent, read the user manual for your device to set up parental controls. In fact, on some mobile devices, you are able to set up an individual account. An individual account means that your children aren’t able to spend more than what you authourise! 

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4. Your Should Turn On Airplane Mode 

There’s a reason why Airplane Mode is worth having. Another one for parents out there! Enable your airplane mode on your mobile. Your children will only be able use apps without making any in-app purchases or downloading new apps. 

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So now that you are all geared up, these simple but effective ways to protect your personal information will make your gaming experience  safe and enjoyable. Before heading into your gaming adventure, set up your mobile device today. You won’t regret it! Oh, and check out the great games on the Carry1st shop, you won’t regret that too! 

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