Double spending

[zippoman]

I want to sell some runescape gold for btc. Could someone briefly explain to me how it works and how to avoid it.

 

[Buyacc]

Just wait for 1 confirmation when receiving a bitcoin payment. This will make double spending impossible.
You can follow your transaction here: Bitcoin Blokken Ontdekker - Blockchain.info

 

[zippoman]

Just wait for 1 confirmation when receiving a bitcoin payment. This will make double spending impossible.
You can follow your transaction here: Bitcoin Blokken Ontdekker - Blockchain.info

How long does that usually take?

 

[Buyacc]

How long does that usually take?

Usually like 10-20 minutes. Can take longer or shorter though.

 

[zippoman]

Usually like 10-20 minutes. Can take longer or shorter though.

Alright, thanks for the info