At ForClassified.com, your safety is our top priority. We are committed to providing a secure, fair, and transparent online marketplace where buyers, sellers, and advertisers can connect with confidence.
While most transactions on our platform are safe, it’s essential to remain alert and follow simple safety guidelines to protect yourself from online fraud and scams.
Common Online Scams to Watch Out ForBe aware of the following common types of frauds often used by scammers:
| • | Fake Buyers/Sellers: They offer too-good-to-be-true prices or request advance payments. |
| • | Fake Payment Confirmations: Scammers may send fake payment receipts or screenshots. |
| • | Phishing Emails: Messages pretending to be from ForClassified.com asking for your password or personal info. |
| • | Overpayment Scams: Scammers send extra money and ask you to refund the difference. |
| • | Gift Card or Voucher Payments: Never accept or make payments via gift cards, vouchers, or cryptocurrency. |
| • | Shipping or Escrow Fraud: Avoid third-party “shipping companies” or fake “escrow” services claiming to guarantee the transaction. |
| • | Fake Job Offers: Be cautious with job ads asking for upfront fees or personal details like ID, PAN, or bank info. |
Top Safety Tips for Buyers| 1. | Deal Locally and Face-to-Face Meet the seller in a public place. Inspect the item carefully before making any payment. |
| 2. | Verify the Seller’s Identity Check if the seller’s name, phone number, and address are real. Search online if needed. |
| 3. | Never Share Personal Information Avoid giving out your ID, bank details, or one-time passwords (OTPs). |
| 4. | Use Secure Payment Methods Prefer cash-on-delivery or verified online transfers after meeting the seller. |
| 5. | Trust Your Instincts If an offer sounds too good to be true — it probably is. |
Smart Tips for Sellers| 1. | Meet in Safe, Public Locations Avoid isolated places; bring a friend if needed. |
| 2. | Accept Cash or Secure Transfers Only Never accept overpayment or cheques that may bounce later. |
| 3. | Be Cautious with Shipping Requests Ship items only after confirming full payment and the buyer’s authenticity. |
| 4. | Protect Your Privacy Do not disclose your home address, personal email, or unnecessary information in your ad. |
| 5. | Keep Communication Inside ForClassified.com Always use our official chat or contact options to avoid scams or impersonation. |
Online Account SecurityProtecting your ForClassified.com account is key to staying safe:
| • | Use a strong and unique password with numbers, symbols, and letters. |
| • | Avoid logging in from shared or public computers. |
| • | Never share your OTP or login credentials with anyone. |
| • | Ignore emails asking for your account password or verification code. |
| • | Always verify that emails come from @forclassified.com. |
To make sure you never miss an important message from us:
| ✅ | Add @forclassified.com to your Safe Senders List in your email account. |
| ✅ | Move any emails from us found in “Spam” or “Promotions” to your “Primary” inbox. |
Learn how to whitelist ForClassified.com emails →
Recognizing Fraudulent AdsIf you come across suspicious listings, watch out for:
| ⚠️ | Unrealistic prices or too-perfect product descriptions |
| ⚠️ | Sellers refusing to meet in person or show the product |
| ⚠️ | Requests for advance payments or deposits |
| ⚠️ | Poor grammar, fake photos, or incomplete details |
If you suspect fraud, report it immediately (see below).
How We Keep You SafeForClassified.com uses multiple safety layers to protect users:
| • | AI-driven ad moderation to detect fake or prohibited content |
| • | User reporting tools for community safety |
| • | SSL encryption for all communications and transactions |
| • | Strict privacy policies protecting user data |
Our goal is to keep the platform clean, transparent, and secure for all users.
Report Suspicious Activity or FraudIf you believe you’ve encountered a scam or suspicious user:
| 1. | Click the “Report Ad” button on the listing. |
| 2. | Select a reason (e.g., fraud, prohibited item, spam). |
| 3. | Our moderation team will review and take action promptly. |
You can also email us directly at support [at] forclassified [dot] com with:
| • | The ad link or screenshot |
| • | A brief description of the issue |
| • | Any communication details (if applicable) |
Remember: Your Safety Starts With YouWhile we continuously monitor and moderate listings, your awareness is the best protection.
Stay alert, verify before you trust, and never send money or personal data to strangers.
Together, we can make ForClassified.com a safer online community for everyone.
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