Is it safe to post 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.

Is it illegal to tell someone their address?

Yes, it is illegal. This is cyberstalking and harassment and an invasion of privacy.

Why do Craigslist buyers ask for phone number?

The scammer will get the code to verify the account setup and then can use the newly created Google Voice phone number to scam other people. They then ask you for personal information such as name, address, phone number, and the amount of the item. Craigslist warns against this tactic and says it’s “always a scam.”

How do I verify a buyer on Craigslist?

Count the money in the public location that you’ve chosen to meet to verify that the money is all there. This is the only way to verify that your transaction is legitimate, and an honest seller will have no problem allowing you to take the necessary precautions to ensure you’re getting what you are paying for.

Can you go to jail for posting someone’s address?

Sharing Passwords, Addresses, or Photos of Others Are you wondering whether it is illegal to post someone’s address online? Yes, it is, if it happens on a public forum without their knowledge and/or with the intention to harm them.

Is it illegal to give out someone’s phone number?

No, it is not illegal to give out someone’s phone number. People give out other people’s phone numbers all the time for many legitimate purposes. It would only be “illegal” to give out a person’s phone number if it was part of some other criminal activity like harassment or stalking.

Does Craigslist hide your phone number?

Recent changes to the Craigslist site have a major impact on how effective investigators can search for fraudulent and suspicious activity on the site. Firstly, any phone numbers that are displayed in the content of the ad are hidden from view.

How can you tell if someone is lying on Craigslist?

Craigslist does not back any transaction on its site. If you receive an email or text trying to sell you purchase protection, you’re looking at a scam. There is no such thing as a Craigslist voicemail service. If a contact asks you to access or check your “Craigslist voicemails,” you’re dealing with a scammer.

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