If Verizon refuses to remove the blacklist and you can’t get a refund from the seller, you aren't completely out of luck.
Removing a device from the Verizon IMEI blacklist is generally only possible through official channels if you are the legitimate owner and the issue (such as unpaid bills or a false lost/stolen report) has been resolved. While some third-party services claim to offer "exclusive" or "free" removals, these often involve significant security risks or scams Official Removal Methods
