This article provides safety tips for buying and selling items on Craigslist. For more Craigslist online safety tips, visit the service's Avoiding Scams page.
4 Safety Tips to Follow When Buying and Selling Items on Craigslist
When you post and respond to an ad on Craigslist, you can choose to use your real email address or a proxy email address provided by Craigslist. Protect your real email address from spammers and scammers by choosing the Craigslist address.
The anonymized Craigslist email address is great for posting ads on the site without revealing any identifying information other than your first name. However, even if you opt for the proxy email when responding to an ad, the seller will still see your real name and any personal information contained in your email signature.
To protect your real email address when responding to an ad, consider using a disposable email address, such as one from Mailinator or GishPuppy, to hide your identity. By using one of these alternative email services, you will maintain your anonymity throughout the transaction.
