How trustworthy is Craigslist?
As a website, Craigslist is generally safe when it comes to threats such as viruses and identity theft. The online classified ad site uses standard security protocols, has a strict privacy policy and limits the types of files users can post to the site. But the people who use Craigslist are another matter.
What is the website that searches all of Craigslist?
searchcraigslist.org
You can use searchcraigslist.org to search all of Craigslist at once, but it offers little help with filtering or organization. CPlus for Craigslist is a mobile app that lets you choose specific cities to search through simultaneously.
How do you do a nationwide search on Craigslist?
To do this, go to Settings > Search Settings. From there, you can scroll down to Select Region. Choose a different country and click Save. This will allow you to conduct nationwide Craiglist searches for a different country.
Is it safe to give phone number on Craigslist?
Omit any personal information about yourself when you create your Craigslist ad. Do not include your phone number, a permanent email address or anything in photos of your product that someone could use to find your house or place of business.
Why do Craigslist buyers want my address?
The answer to this may be one of the two: they are after your address,and name so that they can try to steal your identity and/or use your address for shipments they can swipe off the porch while you are not home (I am assuming they ask you when they can come over to see/buy the item)
How does Craigslist make money?
Craigslist makes money only through a handful of revenue streams. It charges a $25 fee to post a job listing in six major U.S. cities. The revenues generated from these fees cover only the operating expenses of Craigslist. The company has not made a profit since its inception.
How do I find an old Craigslist posting?
To find a Craigslist ad or other content in Google’s cache, search for terms in the cached page, such as the approximate title and city of a Craigslist post. You can also include the term site:craigslist.org in your search to narrow your results to hits from Craigslist.
What is craigslist USA?
Craigslist (stylized as craigslist) is an American classified advertisements website with sections devoted to jobs, housing, for sale, items wanted, services, community service, gigs, résumés, and discussion forums.
What should you not do on Craigslist?
The most common Craigslist scams are:
- Listings that don’t require a credit check for homes, cars, or other used vehicles (usually, this is a way to get your personal information, or put you in crippling debt)
- Requesting a wire transfer to either steal your money without giving you anything, or get your bank information.