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Originally Answered: Why can’t I view my post on craigslist? You need to wait 15-20 minutes to get your ad live on the craigslist site. If you don’t see your ad after this initial delay period then it is marked as spam and discarded by craigslist’s software.
How long does it take for my Craigslist post to show up?
You can expect your paid posting to appear within 10 to 20 minutes after you complete it, or 15 minutes after you confirm your email address on a free ad.
How do I know if my Craigslist ad is ghosted?
Craigslist does not tell you that your ad has been identified by the ghosting algorithm, as it does when it flags an ad. The only way to know if your ad has been ghosted is to search for it on Craigslist. If you don’t see your ad after about 15 minutes since posting, your ad might have been ghosted.
How do I find my post on Craigslist?
Browse for Post Open a Web browser and go to the Craigslist website, then click on the city where you made your post. Click the category or subcategory of your post. Enter your post’s title, or keywords related to your post, in the “Search for” field.
Why is Craigslist ghosting my ads?
Getting flagged can result in subsequent ads being ghosted, as can any violation of Craigslist’s Terms of Use. An ad that appears to be spam, such as one using inappropriate content, excessive symbols or broken HTML code, can also result in ghosting.
Why is my Craigslist post archived?
Sometimes this just means that the ad has grown old and automatically been cleared, but it may also have been removed for violating Craigslist terms of use, being off-topic or because whatever was being advertised is no longer available.
How long do items stay on Craigslist?
Expiration. The expiration dates for Craigslist posts vary depending on your location. In most cities, a classified post lasts up to 45 days before automatically expiring and then being deleted. If you post a Craigslist classified ad targeted for most major U.S. cities however, it expires within just one week.
How do you get unblocked from Craigslist?
How to Set Up a VPN to Unblock Craigslist Get a VPN. I recommend ExpressVPN because its reliable server network easily unblocks your IP address from Craigslist. Download a VPN. Connect to a server in your country. Go to Craigslist’s website. Get back on Craigslist!.
How do I get my Craigslist post to the top?
Make a new ad and repost the information from the old ad. Craigslist doesn’t offer an option for you to repost the original listing automatically, hence the need for you to manually redo the ad. Once you have submitted the new ad it will appear at the top of the listings again.
Why is Craigslist charging $5?
If I need something in my local community, I can find it on Craigslist. The $5 fee stops spammers from flooding the website. It forces the users to post an item by delivering value to the buyer. If buyers don’t like what they see then the sale wont be made.
How many times does a Craigslist ad have to be flagged to be removed?
The larger a city and the more traffic that craigslist page gets, the more likely your ads will be deleted as fast as you can post them. It only takes one, but if you flag multiple ads from the same URL it won’t register. Keep in mind it takes time for flagged ads to come down.
How do I post an ad on Craigslist without getting flagged?
One of the best tips on how to post Craigslist Ads without getting flagged is to avoid overposting using the same account within 48 hours. As emphasized previously, Craigslist tends to flag users that spam the website with the same ads repeatedly.
Can you view deleted Craigslist posts?
You can not. You can only see your old posts (mine goes back 11+ years) and only if you are registered to Craigslist and post the ad after you login each time. Otherwise, once the ad is gone off the roll, you can not find it again.
How many ads can I post on Craigslist per day?
Craigslist suggests only posting once every 48 hours. Some dealers post as many as 10 to 15 ads per day, or more. Whether or not a dealer will be flagged for over-posting depends entirely on their posting habits and how they are viewed by the Craigslist community in their local area.
Can a Craigslist ad be traced?
Yes unless you used a public WiFi connection or an IP address unconnected to you personally. Otherwise Craigslist could review its records and find the IP address you used to post the ad which would most likely lead to your home or mobile Internet connection.
How many times can I renew a Craigslist posting?
Craigslist allows you to move free ads by renewing them, although you can only renew an ad every 48 hours. For paid ads, you must pay another fee to get the ads moved to the top.
Does Craigslist delete inactive accounts?
Craigslist doesn’t offer a link on their website to cancel accounts, but inactive accounts expire after 90 days. If you have any ad listings up, your account expires 90 days after the last listing expires.
Why is Craigslist being blocked?
If you have attempted to hack Craigslist or shared any malicious content or viruses this will obviously result in an IP ban. This type of behavior is hugely disruptive and can affect other users browsing experience and security. Basically, if you have been IP blocked on Craigslist, then it is for a good reason!.
Why is Craigslist blocking my access?
Craigslist states that “you may post to one category and in one city, no more than once every 48 hours.” So, if you attempt to post too many ads in a day or post the same ad multiple times, it’s going to trigger Craigslist to remove them and block your IP address.
Does Craigslist block VPN?
Can Craigslist block you for using a VPN? Yes, Craigslist can block your VPN connection. Since VPNs rotate IP addresses, you may likely use a VPN IP address used by another Craigslist user.
