Linking a new key to existing account?

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Posted by: Drachdhar.7016

Drachdhar.7016

While I am still angry at the way my former purchase in your online store was handled I’ve decided that I might just buy a physical copy of the game, I’m bored.
How would I go about linking the new key to my existing account then? The options on my account page is after all severely limited and hardly very informative.
Or can I just create a new account with the same email, since I never actually got to play at all the other time around that would not bother me.

PS: More for support ticket people really. When you respond to a buyer who has had his/her purchase flagged as fraudulent, despite them saying that is not the case etc, use a better and more polite wording in the ticket response. Being accused of fraud is simply very offensive to some people, especially when they are innocent.
Just say that “An issue was encountered with your payment and we did not receive it properly which may be due to a number of reasons, bank error, a system error on our side or something else. We recommend purchasing a physical copy from a retail store and using that serial key to verify your account.” or something similiar.
That response would not have pissed anyone off most of the time, especially if they get refunded and its done quickly.

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Posted by: Gaile Gray

Gaile Gray

ArenaNet Communications Manager

While I am still angry at the way my former purchase in your online store was handled I’ve decided that I might just buy a physical copy of the game, I’m bored.
How would I go about linking the new key to my existing account then? The options on my account page is after all severely limited and hardly very informative.
Or can I just create a new account with the same email, since I never actually got to play at all the other time around that would not bother me.

PS: More for support ticket people really. When you respond to a buyer who has had his/her purchase flagged as fraudulent, despite them saying that is not the case etc, use a better and more polite wording in the ticket response. Being accused of fraud is simply very offensive to some people, especially when they are innocent.
Just say that “An issue was encountered with your payment and we did not receive it properly which may be due to a number of reasons, bank error, a system error on our side or something else. We recommend purchasing a physical copy from a retail store and using that serial key to verify your account.” or something similiar.
That response would not have pissed anyone off most of the time, especially if they get refunded and its done quickly.

I like your feedback! I hate to say “You’re flagged for fraud” when it could be something completely outside their control, like the bank refusing to pay, a bug on our side, any number of things. So thank you for sharing these insights, which pretty much give me a good excuse to drive the amendment of our messaging.

Secondly, if your support response said that the account is being released to you, you should be able to simply go to Account Management and add the new code, since the old one was disabled and refunded. If you cannot do that, then update your Support ticket to ask the team to help you.

Gaile Gray
Communications Manager
Guild & Fansite Relations; In-Game Events
ArenaNet

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Posted by: Drachdhar.7016

Drachdhar.7016

Oki… Making a ticket for it. Just wanted to know if it was to go right ahead or if it was more complicated. Thanks for the fast response.

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Posted by: Leira.9702

Leira.9702

Good luck to you!
I hope to get good news for my account. They are deciding for 23 days nwo if it will be released or not. I jus twant to know where I am. The waiting is the worst

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Posted by: Drachdhar.7016

Drachdhar.7016

You still waiting…!?
That sucks, one week for the ticket that got me flagged at the end felt bad enough.

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Posted by: Leira.9702

Leira.9702

Im still here yes But hey … Im entertaining everybody :P tchkatschkatschka Party!!

Oh well

I hope everything sorts out well for you and you dont get too annoyed ^^

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Posted by: Breeze.1273

Breeze.1273

Hi Drachdhar

1) click the register
2) type ur SN and check – I have gw account

that’s how to link ur serial code to existing account.
but in my case, my account still remaining as suspended.
it’s under investigation now.

if u dont mind, I would suggest u to make new account with new serial.
it’s more quick and easy way to jump back into the game.
or if u like waiting and hanging around forum , counting days, …it’s up to u

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Posted by: Leira.9702

Leira.9702

I dont want the quick and easy way although i miss playing a looot
I started my ticked 23 days ago with the question if my account will be reinstatet or not. I wont give up on something i started so easily.

Tomorow Ill get 2 NERF Guns. I guess me, my GF and the cat will have some serious fun and my waiting time will be sweet than

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Posted by: Breeze.1273

Breeze.1273

u have to keep fighting for justice Leira..

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Posted by: poohy.9423

poohy.9423

I’m also here. Yesterday in “3-days old” thread Gail wrote that my ticket is: “Fraudulent code. Please contact your seller to get a refund”, I know it for about week, I got already my refund and just waiting for answer if it’s possible to unban my account. Waiting 10 days

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Posted by: Leira.9702

Leira.9702

Good luck Poohy!!!

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Posted by: Drachdhar.7016

Drachdhar.7016

I might just create a new account… Given that I didnt get to play the last time around, at least if the same email is viable… Which I am very unsure about…

Or just try your first advice Breeze… Thanks.

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Posted by: Breeze.1273

Breeze.1273

Good luck, Drachdhar. hope see u in the game again. XD

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Posted by: Drachdhar.7016

Drachdhar.7016

Havent even played yet

Got suspended right after installing the game last time, when I bought it via the official web-shop… Some sort of issues with the payment. Here is hoping for a nice problem free re-install and login.