How do Kijiji scams work?
How do Kijiji scams work?
At Kijiji, your security is a key priority! This is driving fraudsters to be ever more creative and to find new ways to connect with Kijiji users, such as via their mobile phone number. They’ll try tricking you by sending fake SMS messages via the internet asking to be contacted via email.
How do I stop getting scammed on Kijiji?
He offers these tips to avoid being scammed — as a buyer or seller.
- Ask a lot of questions.
- Make sure the product is of value, good quality and functional.
- Do not send money via e-transfer or through a money exchange service.
- Make the exchange in person with cash, if possible.
- Meet in a public place where you feel safe.
What is Nigerian spamming?
Also called “Nigerian letter” scams or “foreign money exchanges,” these typically start with an email from someone overseas who claims to be royalty. The fraudsters lure you in by offering a share of a huge investment opportunity or a fortune they can’t get out of the country without your help.
Does Kijiji show your email?
Your email address and the sender’s email address will remain masked throughout the transaction (showing the domain as @rts.kijiji.ca). The only place where your email will not be masked is in replies to professional listings or ads in the Jobs category.
How do you contact someone on Kijiji?
Sending Messages
- You can contact any seller by using the Contact Poster box located under the About the Poster section. You can see it to the right of the ads on Kijiji.
- You can select the “Send me a copy of email” if you want to get a copy of a message you sent.
- Click on “Send Email” and your message will be sent.
Is it safe to Etransfer on Kijiji?
Electronic transfers are easy to fake, and hard to verify. If you decide to accept payment through one of these methods, don’t give them the item until you’ve been able to confirm with 100% certainty that the funds are in your account.
Is buying on Kijiji safe?
Kijiji recommends selling your items by using our website, and dealing in-person only. We do not recommend dealing with any users who: Contact you about posting your ads on their website.
Are you getting emails from strangers on Kijiji about things they sell?
A lot of people are talking on the Kijiji Discussion Forum about emails they’ve been getting from strangers about the things they’re selling on Kijiji that end up leading to a scam. Users are posting warnings about users with names like Glenda Willett and Lisa Macedo who email with short lines like “Anything to add or does ads say it all?”
Is it safe to trade on Kijiji?
In order to help ensure the health and safety of our Kijiji Community, it is important to observe and apply protocols outlined by Health Canada when trading with other users of Kijiji. Your well-being remains our top priority. Please seriously consider whether in-person meetings are necessary.
Does the asking price matter on Kijiji?
The asking price doesn’t matter All that matters is this: when making deals through Kijiji, ALWAYS deal in person, ALWAYS deal in cash and ALWAYS deal locally. If someone offers to pay you full asking price (or more) and wants to move the transaction out of the realm of hand-to-hand cash, assume it’s a scam.
Can you really make money with Kijiji?
So, when you’re ready to turn your things into cash, from last year’s tech, to under-used equipment, or even a previous passion, start making money today with Kijiji. It pays to be savvy about spotting fraud. From fake websites to fake buyers, there are plenty of opportunities to get hosed if you don’t have your wits about you.
