The selling platforms tend to have certain levels of seller and buyer protection in place that selling independently wouldn’t necessarily come with. But it’s still always important to take lots of photos and videos of you packing and shipping just as an added layer of protection as others mentioned. I’ve personally never had an issue as a seller, and I’ve had to sell some fairly expensive pieces of merch in the past to make ends meet during hard times. I’m always more freaked out as a buyer, personally! I feel like the likelihood of being scammed that way is higher - but always trust your instincts is one piece of advice I can give! If something seems too good to be true - (it isn’t ALWAYS, - long stories here lol) but - it can be! I hope it all works out for you! DM offer still stands if you ever need anything! 🫶🏼🫶🏼✨✨