Safety Tips & Scam Protection Guide

• ✓ Always inspect before paying. Never send money for an item you haven't seen in person. Scammers often create urgency — "buy now or lose it." Take your time and verify first.
• ✓ Use WhatsApp to verify the seller. Ask for a short video of the item, check the seller's profile photo and name for consistency. A genuine seller has nothing to hide.
• ✓ Research the fair market price. If a deal seems too good to be true — a brand-new iPhone for PKR 5,000 — it almost certainly is. Compare prices with similar listings before committing.
• ✓ Meet in a safe, public location. Choose busy places like a shopping mall, café, or police station parking lot for exchanges. Never go alone to an unknown private address for high-value items.
• ✓ Test electronics and vehicles before buying. Turn on phones, check IMEI numbers, test car engines, and verify serial numbers. Never skip this step, no matter how trustworthy the seller seems.
• ✓ Verify property and land documents. For real estate listings, always involve a licensed property lawyer or official registry office before making any payment.
• ✓ Use cash for in-person deals. Cash is king for local transactions. Avoid bank transfers, Easypaisa, JazzCash, or any prepayment to someone you haven't met in person.

• ✓ Never ship before receiving full payment. If a buyer insists on receiving the item before paying, decline immediately. Legitimate buyers understand payment-first policies for shipping deals.
• ✓ Be cautious of overpayment scams. A "buyer" sends you a cheque or transfer for more than the asking price and asks you to return the difference. The original payment is fake — you lose the item and the refund money.
• ✓ Do not share personal banking details. A genuine buyer only needs your product — not your bank account number, CNIC number, or OTP codes. Never share these under any circumstances.
• ✓ Confirm cash payment before handing over items. Count the cash carefully in front of the buyer. Check for counterfeit notes. For high-value items (cars, property), use a bank draft or verified transfer.
• ✓ Keep a record of all conversations. Screenshot your WhatsApp chats with potential buyers. This can be useful if any dispute arises later.
• ✓ Meet buyers in safe locations. For high-value items, bring a friend or family member. Let someone at home know where you are going and with whom.

If you notice any of these warning signs, stop the transaction immediately and report the user to us.

• ✓ Never click unknown links. Scammers send fake payment links or phishing sites through WhatsApp. Only use official bank apps or verified websites.
• ✓ Video call the seller before buying. A 60-second WhatsApp video call where the seller shows you the actual item in real time is one of the best verification methods available.
• ✓ Block and report suspicious contacts. If someone makes you uncomfortable or demands unusual information, block them on WhatsApp and report the ad to our team immediately.
• ✓ Protect your personal phone number. Your WhatsApp number on ads is public. Consider using a secondary SIM for marketplace communications if you prefer extra privacy.

• 1 Email our support team immediately at sellitfast01@gmail.com with the listing link, seller's WhatsApp number, and a description of the incident.
• 2 Save all evidence — screenshots of chats, payment receipts, ad screenshots, and the seller's contact details before reporting.
• 3 Report to local authorities if you have suffered financial loss. In Pakistan, file a complaint with the FIA Cybercrime Wing at fia.gov.pk. In Egypt, report to NTRA (National Telecom Regulatory Authority).
• 4 Warn the community. Share your experience in your local community groups so others can avoid the same scammer. Collective awareness is our strongest defense.