Safety Tips
Trade with confidence. Follow these tips to stay safe when buying and selling on AfroMarketplace.
Buying Safely
- Read full descriptions
- Check seller verification
- Inspect items before paying
- Avoid deals that look too good
Selling Safely
- Provide honest listings
- Meet in public places
- Confirm payment before handing over items
- Never share OTPs or passwords
Payments
- Use trusted payment methods
- Avoid “deposit” or “fee” scams
- Verify payment yourself
Meeting
- Meet in public
- Inform someone of your meeting
- Use banks/police stations for high-value items
Scam Red Flags
- Refusal to meet
- Pressure to act fast
- Requests for OTPs
- Fake payment screenshots
Reporting
Report suspicious users or listings via Contact Support.
