How do I verify my Dojo Vape is authentic?
Every retail box has a silver scratch panel on the outer carton. Scratch it to reveal a 16-digit alphanumeric code. Enter the code at check.vaporesso.com — the portal returns 'Genuine — first verification today' for fresh boxes, or a re-verification count for boxes that have been entered before. The process takes under 5 seconds.
What does the Dojo Vape authentication portal check?
Vaporesso's portal cross-references the 16-digit code against the master manufacturing database, confirming: (1) the code was generated by Vaporesso for a real production batch, (2) the code matches a Dojo SKU (not a Luxe / XROS / other Vaporesso brand code), (3) the code hasn't been flagged as part of a known counterfeit batch reproduction.
What if my Dojo scratch code says 'previously verified'?
If you bought the device new and the code returns 'previously verified N times,' it indicates the box was opened and the code scratched before reaching you. This can mean: (a) the previous buyer returned the device through a retailer that re-shelved it (unauthorized), (b) the box was display-opened in a shop and you bought the display unit, or (c) the box has been tampered with. Email service@dojo-vapes.com with your order number — we'll evaluate under the 30-day quality window.
What if my Dojo scratch code returns 'unknown' or fails?
Email service@dojo-vapes.com immediately with the order number and the 16-digit code. We cross-check Vaporesso's portal from our side. If the order came from dojo-vapes.com, we authorize a replacement under the 30-day quality window. If the order came from another retailer, the device is likely counterfeit — we cannot replace it but we can confirm so you can dispute with the original retailer.
Are visual checks reliable for Dojo authentication?
Visual checks are a backup, not a substitute for the scratch-code portal. Key visual signals: LCD sharpness (counterfeits use cheaper panels with visible pixel grid), magnetic pod snap firmness (counterfeits wobble), device weight (counterfeits 8-12% lighter), USB-C port recess depth and finish (counterfeits often shallow / rough). The scratch code is the authoritative check; visuals catch borderline cases.
Where should I buy Dojo Vape to avoid counterfeits?
Buy through dojo-vapes.com (our authorized US distribution) or another retailer explicitly listed in Vaporesso's authorized US distributor directory. Avoid Amazon, eBay, and unverified online marketplaces — these almost never sell authentic Dojo even when listings claim 'authentic.' Independent smoke shops vary widely; ask whether they buy direct from Vaporesso's US distributor channel before purchasing.