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You can see how other buyers and sellers have rated them, read reviews, and see badges they’ve earned on OfferUp. This can help you judge which sellers might be best to work with. Tap the seller’s name on any item to open their profile.
How do you know if someone is legit on OfferUp?
The buyer offers more than the listed price. They usually follow up by asking you to ship to a different address, use a different carrier, or if they can pay through a third party instead of through the app. They may also say the overpayment is for movers who will come and transport the item.
How do you see what people rated you on OfferUp?
The number next to the stars shows how many people have rated them. For example, Jessie has been rated by 52 people, with an average of 5 stars. After someone buys or sells something, they’ll be asked to rate the other person.
Can sellers get scammed on OfferUp?
Definitely. However, they give you a two day period in which you can inspect the item and make sure it’s in the correct condition.
Why does OfferUp need my SSN?
We rely on Stripe to determine whether your Social Security number and address need to be provided for this purpose. If so, you will be prompted in the OfferUp app to provide your full Social Security number and address and we will not allow payouts until your Social Security number and address are provided.
Should I use my real name on OfferUp?
OfferUp is a way to connect with your local community and beyond. Use your true identity and honestly represent yourself. Don’t use emulators or third-party sites to post on OfferUp. You must be the owner of your item.
Can you report no shows on OfferUp?
Report illegal activity to law enforcement If you have encountered illegal activity or a crime, we strongly recommend contacting local authorities. The police will need relevant details from you, such as the profile of the individual you were in contact with on OfferUp.
What does Payments verified mean on OfferUp?
You’ll also get the “Verified for payments” badge added to your profile. When a seller accepts your offer, the payment is authorized (but not yet charged) on your card. When you receive the item, you’ll have 2 days to evaluate it.
What happens if I get scammed on OfferUp?
OfferUp will provide return instructions on approval, and the buyer will need to return the item accordingly. If approved, OfferUp will issue a refund up to the original price (including shipping costs) of the item sent to the original form of payment.
Are sellers protected on OfferUp?
Sellers on OfferUp are not only protected by our policies and partnerships, but also by our world-class fraud detection, automation, machine learning, and data models that make OfferUp the simplest, most trusted way to buy and sell. OfferUp teams are working full time to block and mitigate fraudulent behavior.
Should I give my address on OfferUp?
Please don’t give away personal information such as email, phone number, or address. Use in-app messaging to communicate securely. Pay with cash or use OfferUp Payments available in some markets.
Should I scan my ID on OfferUp?
For security, we don’t store your ID on our platform, and buyers and sellers won’t see your ID, phone number, or selfie.
Is it safe to put credit card info on OfferUp?
We take privacy and security very seriously. OfferUp does not keep any of the personal data you provide to Stripe, and Stripe information will never be disclosed to other buyers or sellers on OfferUp. Please only submit this personal data through OfferUp’s secure app or website.
Does OfferUp give a 1099?
If you have 200 or more transactions and sell over $20,000 worth of items in a calendar year using cashless payments, you’ll be prompted in the OfferUp app to provide your full Social Security number for tax reporting purposes. You will also receive a 1099-K produced by Stripe.
Can people see my location on OfferUp?
Your public profile will be visible to other buyers and sellers on OfferUp. It displays selected information about you, including the following: Your name and profile photos. Your approximate location.
Can you see who views your OfferUp?
When you view your promotion results, you’ll see how many unique buyers viewed your item. The graph shows you how buyers found it: Listing views are the unique views your item received from the original listing.
What does unlisted mean on OfferUp?
When you archive an item from the Selling tab, the item and any messages about it will be moved to the Archive page. Archiving an item also automatically unlists it from OfferUp, which ends the sale and removes it from future search results.
Why is no one responding to me on OfferUp?
Log out of your account, then log back in and try your action again. Restart your device. Switch between your wireless internet and cellular data, in case the problem is related to your connection. Uninstall and reinstall the app to make sure you’re using the most recent version.
Why did my messages disappear on OfferUp?
Once an item has been marked as sold, all notifications of messages are removed from the Notifications tab. If you’d like to contact the buyer or review your messages with them, the messages will still be available.
Is OfferUp a dating site?
We’re not a dating app – please report any inappropriate behavior in the app.
Do you get paid instantly on OfferUp?
How it works. Ship: When you accept an offer, we’ll authorize the buyer’s payment and hold it until you ship. Don’t wait until the last minute to ship! We recommend shipping the item as soon as you can.
How long does it take OfferUp to deposit?
It typically takes 1-2 days for your bank to reflect your deposits. Note: To turn off Fast Deposit, go to Account > Payment & Deposit methods and toggle off Fast Deposit.
