Is Craigslist Safe? Essential Insights Before Using It
You’ve probably heard a lot about Craigslist, the most popular platform for buying or selling almost anything that comes to mind, renting an apartment, or even finding a job. But as with any other marketplace, Craigslist isn’t entirely safe because of scammers trying to deceive users with their too-good-to-be-true offers. Some of them are huge. For example, recently, a scammer “sold” a 1967 Camaro they never owned for almost $15,000 to an unsuspecting victim.
But apart from threats, there are tried and tested methods to protect yourself. In this article, we’ll share some Craigslist safety tips and explain how to spot a scam listing while buying/selling items on this platform.