Safety tips

If you are buying

• Never pay in advance. No token money, courier fee, “booking amount” or delivery charge before you have seen the item.
• Meet in a public, busy place during the day, such as a mall or a shop, and bring a friend or family member.
• Inspect before you pay. Test phones and electronics, check vehicle papers and the chassis and engine numbers, and verify property documents with the relevant authority or a lawyer.
• Be careful with prices that look too good. A very low price is a common bait.
• Pay only when you hold the item. Prefer cash on the spot. Be wary of anyone who insists on payment by easypaisa, JazzCash or bank transfer first.
• Never share OTP codes, PINs, CNIC photos or card details with anyone you meet through an ad.

If you are selling

• Never click links sent by a “buyer”, and never share an OTP or a code you receive by SMS.
• A genuine buyer pays you, not the other way round. If someone asks you to pay money to “receive” a payment, it is a scam.
• Check that a payment has actually reached your account before you hand over the item.
• Meet at a public place. Do not invite strangers to your home if you can avoid it.
• Only list items you are legally allowed to sell. See our Terms.

Report a suspicious ad

Open the ad and tap Report. When several different users report the same ad, it is hidden automatically while we look at it. If you believe you are the victim of fraud, also contact your bank and the relevant authorities. In Pakistan you can report cyber crime to the FIA National Cyber Crime Reporting Centre.

You can also contact us with the link to the ad.