Protect yourself from scams!
Follow our guidelines, meet face-to-face, and avoid
providing payment or personal information to unknown individuals. Stay safe while using
our classified ads section.
To ensure a secure and hassle-free experience while using our website's classified ads
section, we urge users to be cautious and follow these important guidelines:
Deal locally, face-to-face: This primary rule is your best defense against scams. By
meeting the other party in person, you can verify their legitimacy and avoid nearly all
fraudulent attempts.
Avoid shipping offers: We recommend dealing with local individuals who can be met
face-to-face. Transactions involving shipping can be risky, so it's always better to
have direct contact with the person you are dealing with.
Never wire funds: Scammers may request you to wire money through services like Western
Union. Be aware that this is a common tactic used by fraudsters. Legitimate transactions
should never require wiring funds.
Exercise caution with cashier/certified checks or money orders: Banks can sometimes cash
fake checks, leaving you responsible for the fraudulent payments. It's advisable to
avoid accepting cashier/certified checks or money orders from unknown individuals.
User-to-user transactions only: Since there is no third-party guarantee provided, all
transactions should be solely between the users involved. Beware of any claims of
guarantees or intermediaries.
Protect your financial information: Be mindful not to disclose any sensitive financial
details such as bank account numbers, Social Security numbers, PayPal accounts, etc.
This information is valuable and should not be shared with strangers.
Avoid sight-unseen rentals or purchases: If a deal appears too good to be true, exercise
caution. Don't make any financial commitments without personally inspecting the item or
property. Sight-unseen transactions can often be deceptive.
Verify before consenting to background/credit checks: Refrain from providing background
or credit check information until you have met the landlord or employer in person.
Verify their credibility first to avoid potential scams.
Beware of fraudulent voicemail messages: Disregard any messages asking you to access or
check "craigslist voicemails" or "craigslist voice messages." Please note that this
service does not exist and is an indicator of fraudulent activity.
By adhering to these guidelines, you can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim
to scams or fraudulent activities. Stay vigilant and prioritize your safety when
interacting with other users on our platform.
