Marketplace Safety Tips

1.1Trust, But Verify

• Review seller profiles, ratings, verification badges, and listing history
• Be cautious with new accounts offering deals far below market price
• Keep conversations on Listifys when possible for dispute evidence
• Never share OTPs, passwords, or full card details in chat

1.2Report Suspicious Activity

Use in-app Report or email contact@listifys.com. If you lost money or feel threatened, contact local police and your bank promptly.

2.1Before You Pay

• Inspect items in person or request live video for high-value goods
• Prefer Listifys secure payment options over cash apps to strangers
• Confirm model numbers, IMEI for phones, and serials for electronics
• Research typical prices—if it seems too good to be true, it may be fraud

2.2Shipping Purchases

• Use tracked shipping and confirm delivery addresses
• Avoid paying extra 'customs' or 'courier release' fees to unknown links
• Document condition on arrival for dispute protection

2.3Common Buyer Scams

Fake escrow sites, QR code payment swaps, and 'shipping agent' fee requests are frequent in classified marketplaces. Pay only through Listifys checkout when available.

3.1Protecting Yourself and Goods

• Meet buyers in busy public places with good lighting and foot traffic
• Bring a friend for high-value meetups; avoid inviting strangers home
• For shipped sales, use reputable carriers with insurance and signature confirmation
• Wait for payment confirmation in the app before handing over items

3.2Payment Red Flags

• Overpayment checks or 'accidental' transfers requesting refunds
• Requests to switch to wire, crypto, or gift cards
• Buyers refusing inspection or rushing unusual shipping arrangements

4.1Location and Timing

• Choose well-lit public places with CCTV when possible
• Meet during daytime; tell someone where you are going
• Park where you can leave quickly; avoid enclosed private locations

4.2During the Exchange

• Verify cash authenticity or wait for in-app payment settlement
• Test electronics with your own charger and SIM where applicable
• Count money discreetly; do not flash large cash stacks
• Leave if the other party becomes aggressive—your safety comes first

5.1Protect Personal Data

• Do not email scans of government ID, passport, or bank statements to buyers or sellers
• Use Listifys messaging instead of sharing personal phone numbers early in a deal
• Enable two-factor authentication on your Listifys account

5.2Phishing

Listifys will not ask for your password by email. Check that links point to listifys.com. Report phishing to contact@listifys.com.

6.1Extra Caution

Vehicles, mobile phones, laptops, event tickets, pets, and rental deposits attract more fraud. Use verified sellers, written agreements where appropriate, and official transfer processes for vehicles and high-value goods.

7.1Listifys Resources

Safety reports: contact@listifys.com | Support: contact@listifys.com | https://listifys.com

See also: Fraud Prevention Policy, Trust & Safety Policy, Payment Terms. Mailing address is listed at the bottom of this page.

7.2Emergency

If you are in immediate danger, call local emergency services (911 in the United States) before contacting Listifys.