FFXIV paid clears and gil: what the rules say about risk
Square Enix prohibits real-money trading, including paid in-game services. Understand the consequences before considering a purchase.
Square Enix's RMT guidance covers money exchanged for accounts, currency, items and in-game services, including dungeon clears. It says penalties can apply to both sides of a transaction. Official publisher policy.
A clear service is still a policy question
Do not assume that a service becomes permissible because no item is directly traded. The official guidance specifically discusses in-game services and activities. Read it before deciding whether a paid clear fits the rules you intend to follow.
Self-play describes participation
A self-play label explains that you take part rather than handing over control. It should not be interpreted as an exemption from real-money-trading rules. Ask about the actual arrangement, including what is exchanged and what the seller is promising. Keep the policy question separate from convenience or scheduling.
Be precise about the duty
For a raid, dungeon or trial, identify the exact duty and selection. A named clear does not necessarily include a cosmetic or other reward you have in mind. Verify prerequisites and access before buying anything. If an important inclusion is unclear, resolve it first rather than relying on a broad completion label.
Protect the account regardless of the purchase
Keep your email password and recovery information private. Do not share security codes merely to obtain a quote or a scope explanation. If an account problem occurs, use Square Enix's official support channels. A marketplace can address its own order process but cannot promise to override a publisher decision.
Order records and publisher decisions
FullBoosts provides order status, chat and a review window. Keep the agreed scope on the order page and use the refund policy for delivery disputes. Those tools do not guarantee immunity from publisher penalties. Read the linked official policy again before acting because publishers can update their rules.
