The AfterWorn Safety Center

Trust Score (0–100)

Every seller carries a public Trust Score from 0 to 100, shown on their profile and on listing cards. It is calculated from real signals — identity verification level, Proof of Wear success rate, response time, dispute history, account age, sales volume and review quality. The breakdown is transparent: click the score to see how it is made up.

Verified Wear Badge

The Verified Wear badge is earned, not bought. It is granted automatically to sellers with a strong track record — a high volume of completed orders, consistent Proof of Wear submissions, a very high approval rate and no lost Proof-of-Wear disputes in the recent period. When you see this badge, you are looking at a seller the system itself trusts.

Proof of Wear

Proof of Wear ("POW") is a step where the seller submits a photo or short video of the worn item next to the order code. It confirms the item is genuine and matches the listing. POW is mandatory for orders of USD 50 or more, for newer sellers, and any time a buyer requests it at checkout.

Submitted media is automatically checked: the order code is read by OCR, location-revealing EXIF data is stripped, and the image is compared against known stock photos and duplicates. Where POW is required, the seller's shipping address is only revealed once POW is approved.

KYC Verification Tiers

Identity and age verification is handled by our partner TrustVerifyID across four tiers. Sellers must reach at least Tier 2 before they can publish anything.

AI Scam Detection

Behind the scenes, AfterWorn runs a multi-signal risk system. It looks at dozens of indicators — account age, verification status, device and IP patterns, photo duplication, copied descriptions, dispute history and user reports — and assigns each account a risk score. High-risk accounts face extra review, listing restrictions or suspension before they can cause harm. AI moderation also screens listings, stories and voice notes for prohibited content.

Keep Communication On-Platform

Our messaging includes a PII filter that detects email addresses, phone numbers, external links and payment handles. This is not about restricting you — it is the single most effective protection we can offer. If a transaction happens through AfterWorn, dispute resolution and the Trust Score all protect you. If you move to a private chat app or pay directly, none of that protection applies, and you are on your own. Anyone who pressures you to take payment or conversation off-platform is a red flag — report them.

How to Spot & Report a Scam

Be cautious if a buyer or seller:

• Asks you to pay or be paid outside AfterWorn — by bank transfer, gift card or direct crypto.
• Pushes you to move the conversation to another app urgently.
• Offers a deal that is far too good, or pressures you to skip Proof of Wear.
• Has a brand-new account, no verification, a low Trust Score and no reviews.
• Sends links to "verify your account" or "claim a payment" on outside sites.

Every listing, profile and message has a Report option. Reports go to our Trust & Safety team and feed the AI risk system. Reporting is confidential — the other party is not told who reported them.

Blocking Users

You can block any user at any time. Blocking is mutual: a blocked user can no longer message you, and you will not see each other in discovery. Blocking does not notify the other person. Combine blocking with reporting whenever someone makes you uncomfortable.

Discreet Packaging & Privacy

Privacy is built into the product. Orders ship in plain, unbranded packaging with neutral customs declarations. Use display names only and ship discreetly; avoid sharing real addresses in messages. Your real identity from KYC is never shown to other users, and you can hide your profile from search engines. For full details, see our Shipping Guide and Privacy Policy.