Stay safe on NextBazar
The vast majority of transactions on our platform go smoothly. These tips will help you spot the rare bad actor and keep every deal secure.
Tips for buyers
Meet in a public place
Always arrange to meet in a busy, well-lit public location — a café, shopping centre, or police station parking lot. Never meet at your home or an isolated location.
Inspect before you pay
Examine the item in person before handing over any money. Test electronics, check for damage, and verify it matches the listing description.
Pay safely
Prefer cash for in-person deals. If paying digitally, use a trusted payment service with buyer protection. Never pay via gift cards, wire transfer, or cryptocurrency for marketplace goods.
Check the seller's profile
Look at the seller's rating, reviews, and how long they've been a member. Verified badges indicate the account has been confirmed.
If it seems too good to be true…
Drastically underpriced items, sellers who can't meet in person, or pressure to pay quickly are all red flags. Trust your instincts.
Keep communication on-platform
Use NextBazar's built-in messaging for the initial conversation. Avoid moving to external apps before you've confirmed the deal is legitimate.
Tips for sellers
Never share personal details upfront
Don't share your home address, bank account number, or ID before you've confirmed the buyer is genuine.
Be cautious with overpayments
Scammers often send a cheque for more than the asking price and ask you to refund the difference. The original payment will bounce — you'll lose both the item and the money.
Avoid buyers who want to ship
For high-value items, prefer local buyers who collect in person. Shipping scams often involve fake payment confirmations.
Verify payment before handing over
Wait for cash to be counted or for a bank transfer to fully clear in your account before releasing the item.
Common scam red flags
- ✕Seller/buyer refuses to meet in person
- ✕Price is dramatically below market value
- ✕Payment requested via gift card or crypto
- ✕Overpayment with request to refund difference
- ✕Pressure to complete the deal quickly
- ✕Poor grammar and copy-pasted messages
- ✕Request to continue chat off-platform immediately
- ✕Fake shipping or escrow websites
How to report suspicious activity
Open the listing or message thread
Tap the flag or 'Report' option
Select a reason and add details
Our team reviews within 24 hours
You can also email us at trust@nextbazar.com for urgent safety concerns.