How to Buy Linden Dollars (L$) Safely
Updated · By the Teleport2Play team
Short answer: The safe way to buy Linden dollars is through Linden Lab: use the Buy L$ window in the Second Life viewer or the LindeX exchange on the Second Life website. Third-party sellers and “cheap L$” sites are a common source of scams and can get your account banned.
Official ways to buy L$
- Viewer: open the L$ balance at the top of the viewer and choose Buy L$ — the price is shown before you confirm.
- LindeX: Linden Lab’s currency exchange, where you buy L$ at the current market rate (find it on the Second Life website under your account).
- Gift or transfer from another resident you know and trust.
Why to avoid unofficial sellers
Sites and avatars that sell L$ outside Linden Lab often use stolen payment details or fake promises, and buying from them can put your account at risk. If a price is far below the LindeX rate, treat it as a warning sign.
Do you need to buy L$ at all?
Not necessarily. Many residents start with L$ won from prize games or events. See our guides on free L$ and games that pay Lindens before spending money.
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I see the current price of L$?
- In the viewer’s Buy L$ window and on the LindeX page of the Second Life website. The rate changes with the market.
- Is it safe to buy L$ from other players?
- Only from people you know and trust. Never send real money to strangers who promise discounted Lindens.
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