“It's against the rules for XIV, and they will ban your account if you get caught. I wouldn't risk it” Facebook · John Mc · 1 year ago

“A member from our FC got scammed by using one of those Gil selling websites... He paid by credit card but never hear anything back from the seller. Don't buy Gil.” Reddit · r/ffxiv · 9 years ago

Buying Gil (gold) in Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) is a high-risk activity that violates the game's . While it may seem like a shortcut to end-game items or housing, the potential for permanent account loss and personal data theft makes it a poor investment for most players. The Risks of Buying Gil

Players often debate whether the risk of getting caught is high, but the consensus is that it isn't worth the gamble.