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.