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===How do I know if my account was compromised?===
==How do I know if my account was compromised?==


* If you cannot access your account
* If you cannot access your account
* If you suddenly notice a reduced available balance on the payment source you have on file.
* If you suddenly notice a reduced available balance on the payment source you have on file.
==What should I do?==
 
===What should I do?===


Contact us immediately!
Contact us immediately!
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# Call the Fraud number: 800-860-6990
# Call the Fraud number: 800-860-6990


==How will Linden Lab resolve my compromised account?==
===How will Linden Lab resolve my compromised account?===


First, Linden Lab will place your account on hold, and investigate the relevant transactions. This may take a few days in some cases. Once we have concluded the investigation, we will send you an email explaining our conclusion and explaining the action that will be taken with respect to your account. As a reminder, all transactions involving L$ are subject to Linden Lab's [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service].
First, Linden Lab will place your account on hold, and investigate the relevant transactions. This may take a few days in some cases. Once we have concluded the investigation, we will send you an email explaining our conclusion and explaining the action that will be taken with respect to your account. As a reminder, all transactions involving L$ are subject to Linden Lab's [http://secondlife.com/corporate/tos.php Terms of Service].

Revision as of 11:29, 26 October 2010

How do I know if my account was compromised?

  • If you cannot access your account
  • If you suddenly notice a reduced available balance on the payment source you have on file.

What should I do?

Contact us immediately!

Here are the steps:

  1. Login to the Support Portal. (If you cannot log into your account, use our Guest Access Log In.)
  2. Click the Submit a Ticket link.
  3. In the Ticket Type Field, select Special Questions > Basic Account or Guest Login from the dropdown list.
  4. Select My account has been shut off and I don't know why.
  5. Fill in the rest of the fields as directed.
  6. Copy the Tracking Number for your new ticket.
  7. You'll receive an email containing your ticket information.
  8. Call the Fraud number: 800-860-6990

How will Linden Lab resolve my compromised account?

First, Linden Lab will place your account on hold, and investigate the relevant transactions. This may take a few days in some cases. Once we have concluded the investigation, we will send you an email explaining our conclusion and explaining the action that will be taken with respect to your account. As a reminder, all transactions involving L$ are subject to Linden Lab's Terms of Service.