Watch for “Too Good to Be True” Deals

Common Red Flags:

• Prices far lower than market value

• Seller claims an urgent sale or emergency
• High-value items (cars, phones, apartments) at unrealistic discounts

Never Pay Before Verifying

Avoid sending money through:

• UPI or wallet transfers
• Gift cards
• Cryptocurrency
• Bank transfers to unknown accounts

Safer Practices:

• Meet in person
• Inspect the item before making payment

Be Careful with Personal Information

Never share:

• Govt. ID proof or number
• Bank details
• OTP codes
• UPI collect requests without understanding them

Many scams in India involve UPI collect requests disguised as payments.

Use Safe Meeting Locations

If meeting a buyer or seller:

• Choose public places
• Bring a friend if possible
• Avoid late-night meetings
• Do not allow strangers into your home

Watch for Common Classified Scams

Typical scams include:

• Fake courier or advance fee scams
• Fake job ads requiring registration fees
• Fake rental listings asking for deposits
• Overpayment scams (fake payment proof and refund requests)

Report Suspicious Ads

If you find any suspicious listing or user, please email us immediately to report the issue.