Is it safe to give out phone number on Craigslist?

Scammers are getting pretty sneaky and are collecting personal phone numbers through Craigslist Ads. Case in point, when you’re placing an ad or responding to an ad, avoid using your personal phone number to communicate with buyers or sellers.

Why do people on Craigslist ask for phone numbers?

To protect itself from spam and ensure ads are posted by legit users craigslist uses phone verification which means when someone posts an ad it asks for phone number. It sends a code via sms to that number. Only after you enter the correct code your post is approved.

Should you put your phone number on Craigslist ad?

Also, in your ad and/or response, don’t share any private, personal information. Things like not sharing your address and full name are no-brainers, right? This number acts as a mask that protects your real information from Craigslist creeps but still gets you the calls, so you can buy and sell without worry.

Can people see my phone number on Craigslist?

Having your number on Craigslist is not safe. Anyone can see it and call you. The worst thing about it is that some users may use your phone number to track you and get your personal information. They may impersonate you and try to steal from you.

What is a secret code on Craigslist?

A Craigslist secret code allows you to post in restricted sections for 90 days. After 90 days have passed, attempting to post a new listing in a restricted section requires a new code. Once a code has been sent to a phone number, that number cannot be used to request a new code until the current code has expired.

What sells fast on Craigslist?

Refrigerators, washers and dryers, microwaves, stand mixers and more sell fast and easily on Craigslist. Some broken appliances will even sell for a lower price to appliance repairmen to use parts. Even if it no longer works, list it with a lower price and make sure to list all problems or known problems.