💨 Abstract

The article discusses the concerning issue of "fetish mining" on second-hand platforms like Depop and Vinted in the UK, where sellers, unaware of buyers' true intentions, may be used to fulfill fetishes. This exploitative practice often involves buyers posing as ordinary customers to procure used items for personal gratification. The author recounts a personal experience where they received a suspicious request, leading to feelings of violation.

Courtesy: Daisy Maskell