Q: What is a Merchant Security Deposit? Why do I need to pay a security deposit?
A: In order to ensure the stable development of the platform while safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of both parties to the transaction, Gate Blue v and Crown merchants are now required to pay a deposit before they can place orders on the Gate P2P market. This essentially distinguishes verified merchants from users as well as provides verified merchants with faster and better services on the platform. However, if the merchant has forged receipts, payment records, and/or recovered funds, etc., the official customer service representative of the platform will make a judgment based on the known facts and existing rules, record it in the credit information, and deduct the corresponding amount.
Q: When is the security deposit frozen?
A: When the merchant submits their application, the system will verify and freeze their aforementioned security deposit. So, please make sure to deposit enough money into your savings account. Otherwise, the application will not be submitted if the funds for the deposit are found to be lacking. The security deposit will continue to be frozen during the merchant’s operation.
Q: When will the security deposit be unfrozen?
A: Upon submission of a withdrawal request, staff will complete the review within 7 business days. Upon approval, the security deposit will be refunded to the Spot account within 7 business days. During the review and refund processing period, merchants will be restricted from posting advertisements. If a merchant engages in illegal activities or breaches platform rules, the Platform reserves the right to partially or fully deduct the security deposit. Check the withdrawal process.
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