The OSSBuy product links guide teaches you how to evaluate, verify, and safely use links from the OSSBuy spreadsheet. Not all links are equal, and understanding the difference between verified and unverified sources protects you from scams, dead links, and misleading listings.
Every link in our OSSBuy sheets has been tested for accessibility, accuracy, and seller reliability. This guide explains what that testing process covers and how you can perform basic verification yourself when exploring new links outside the spreadsheet.
What Verified Links Mean
A verified OSSBuy link has passed three checks. First, the URL loads correctly and displays the expected product page. Second, the product description and images match the spreadsheet entry. Third, the seller has a history of positive transactions with minimal disputes. Only links meeting all three criteria receive the verified badge.
Unverified links may still be legitimate, but they carry higher risk. If you discover a link outside the OSSBuy spreadsheet, apply the verification steps below before placing an order.
Checking Link Validity
Click the link and confirm the page loads within five seconds. A slow or error page is a red flag. Check that the product title matches what you expected. Look for real product photos rather than stock images lifted from retail websites. Verify that the price is close to the spreadsheet listing, significant discrepancies suggest a different product or bait-and-switch tactic.
Seller Verification
Before purchasing from any new seller, check their transaction history, rating percentage, and recent reviews. Sellers with thousands of transactions and ratings above 95% are generally safe. Read recent reviews for mentions of shipping speed, packaging quality, and item accuracy. Avoid sellers with frequent complaints about wrong items or unresponsive customer service.