Safety Tips to Avoid Scams and Fraud on Multiclassifieds.com

Thank you for choosing Multiclassifieds.com to post and browse free classified ads. Our platform connects buyers and sellers worldwide, but staying safe online is essential. When contacting an ad owner or making a purchase, please follow the safety guidelines below to help protect yourself from scams and fraudulent activity.

✔ Deal Locally Whenever Possible

The safest way to complete a transaction is in person with someone from your local area.
Scammers often contact users from another country or distant location and request that you ship items or send payments before meeting.

✔ Use Caution With Relay Calls

Relay services are legitimate tools for individuals with hearing or speech impairments.
However, scammers sometimes misuse these systems to hide their identity.
Whenever possible, meet in person and confirm the legitimacy of the buyer or seller.

✔ Never Wire Money

Do NOT send money through Western Union, MoneyGram, or similar wire services.
If someone asks you to wire funds, it is almost certainly a scam.
Once money is wired, it cannot be recovered, and scammers commonly disappear after receiving payment.

✔ Watch Out for Fake Cashier’s Checks and Money Orders

A common scam involves sending a counterfeit cashier’s check for more than the asking price, then requesting that you refund the difference.
Even if your bank temporarily credits the check, you will be responsible once the check is found to be fraudulent.

✔ Protect Your Personal Information

Do NOT share private or sensitive data such as:

Bank account numbers
Passwords
Birthdate or birthplace
Credit card details
Social Security numbers
Personal ID information

Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing online crimes. Only share information that is absolutely necessary.

✔ Beware of Deals That Seem Too Good to Be True

Scammers often post fake ads with extremely low prices to attract quick responses.
If an offer seems unrealistic, trust your instincts and proceed with caution.
Please use our Contact Us page to report any suspicious listings.

✔ Avoid Unknown Shipping and Escrow Services

Fraudsters frequently use fake shipping or escrow websites to appear legitimate.
Use only well-known, trusted services—and when possible, avoid shipping entirely by dealing locally.

User Agreement

By using this website, you agree to our User Agreement and acknowledge that Multiclassifieds.com is not involved in transactions between buyers and sellers.
You understand that you are solely responsible for evaluating users and avoiding scams or fraud.