Marketplace Safety Tips
Your safety matters. Follow these important guidelines when buying, selling, meeting people, and making payments on the marketplace.
Never Send Money Before Seeing the Product
Avoid paying deposits or advance payments to strangers. Always inspect products physically whenever possible before making payments.
Meet in Public Places
Always meet buyers or sellers in busy public places such as shopping malls, filling stations, or police post areas.
Use Secure Payments
Be careful with mobile money and bank transfers. Confirm transactions properly before releasing goods.
Verify Listings Carefully
Compare prices and product details carefully. Extremely cheap deals can sometimes be scams.
Avoid Sharing Sensitive Information
Never share your banking PIN, passwords, OTP codes, or confidential information with anyone.
Communicate Safely
Keep conversations professional and avoid suspicious requests or pressure from buyers or sellers.
Report Suspicious Activity
Report fake listings, suspicious sellers, scams, or abusive behavior to the platform immediately.
Tips for Buyers
- ✔ Inspect products before making payment.
- ✔ Ask detailed questions about the product.
- ✔ Confirm ownership documents for expensive items.
- ✔ Meet during daytime when possible.
Tips for Sellers
- ✔ Do not release items before confirming payment.
- ✔ Avoid accepting suspicious payment screenshots.
- ✔ Meet customers in secure locations.
- ✔ Keep records of important transactions.
Stay Smart. Stay Safe.
Following these safety guidelines helps create a secure and trusted marketplace experience for everyone.
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