Well, I have great news for you! I have finally scored NFL tickets and can’t wait for the game. But, I’m a little nervous because I’m not sure if they are the real deal. How can I verify that my NFL tickets are legit?
There’s a few basic rules that I always adhere to when it comes to verifying my tickets are real. To start off, I recommend and check with Ticketmaster or the NFL official website for a listing of authorized ticket resellers. If the name on the ticket is not listed, move on! That’s a red flag right away and it’s time to move on and find another seller.
Next, I always inspect my tickets very closely. Fake tickets will typically have lower resolution printing on them, are typically slapped together using cheap paper. I always look for a hologram, check for a raised font on the seat and ticket number, inspect the barcodes very closely and crosscheck with the seller’s website.
Additionally, I look for contact information printed on the ticket for the box office. I then call and verify that the ticket contact information is up to date and if need be, I could reach out to them if there is an issue with my purchase.
I also never buy tickets from people standing outside the venue or from ads on random websites. High quality tickets are much harder to copy and reproduce, so buying tickets from verified sources will reduce the odds of receiving a counterfeit ticket significantly.
Finally, I always keep my eyes out for people who are selling tickets in the parking lot or outside the stadium. They are likely to be scammers who have resold counterfeit tickets multiple times.
Now, I’m always overly cautious when it comes to buying NFL tickets. After all, football games are usually a once in a lifetime experience, so I wouldn’t want to miss out on the fun. Now, let’s get to the next steps to make sure you have a successful ticket validation.
First, I’d recommend that you do your homework and familiarize yourself with the ticket prices before buying. The more you know about the ticket prices, the better! It’s a good idea to compare ticket prices at different websites and try to get the best deal possible. That way, you can be sure you’re not paying more than you should for your ticket purchase.
Second, if you’re buying tickets online, make sure to purchase from a website you trust. I’d highly recommend using sites like StubHub, SeatGeek, and even NFL’s official website. All of these websites have a solid track record of selling legitimate, high-quality NFL tickets.
Third, once you make your purchase, always take the time to review the order details to ensure it’s been filled out correctly. Double-check the delivery method, seat location, and any other purchase details to make sure your ticket is valid.
Fourth, if possible I like to set up a credit or debit card alert to notify me if the amount of my purchase is charged to my account. This way, if someone is trying to use my information to purchase fake tickets, I’m aware immediately and can take action.
Fifth, you’ll also want to check and make sure the tickets are not counterfeit by performing a few diagnostic tests. Take a few minutes to carefully inspect the hologram, font, and barcode, and compare them to the details from your ticket purchase. If you still have questions, contact the ticketing company for further verification.
Finally, if you’re still concerned about your ticket being real, you can always purchase tickets at the box office. The box office will guarantee that the tickets are authentic and can help answer any other questions you may have.
So there you have it! By following these simple steps you can verify your NFL tickets are legitimate and you can enjoy your game with confidence.