\u201cWe work relentlessly to improve the customer experience on our platform. Our best development is an AI-driven security system that detects suspicious users and ads. To enhance the effectiveness, we have also equipped an in-house moderation team whose sole task is to cross-check suspicious users and block them if needed. Moreover, we encourage users to report suspicious ads \u2014 there is a \u201cReport Abuse\u201d button in every ad that allows people to inform us about questionable offers or indecent users. Many scammers were detected and blocked thanks to reports from concerned people, and it indeed shows how we all can impact building a safer community in Ghana\u201d.<\/em><\/p>\nSince Jiji pays a lot of their attention to safety, they agreed to share information about common red flags all people should be aware of.<\/p>\n
Mandatory prepayment<\/h2>\n The desire to get an item could be used against you. And the only way to stay safe is to inspect the product before making any payment. The delivery services would be the best choice, but sometimes it happens that sellers don\u2019t trust them. In this case, you can offer to meet and transact in a public place. If both options are declined, it\u2019s time to consider other vendors.<\/p>\n
\u201cToo good to be true\u201d offers<\/h2>\n Any seller that promises too much at too low a price is suspicious. Do some research: check what other buyers say about the seller and compare prices from different vendors that offer the same product. The average market price is your safe zone, but sometimes sellers indeed offer attractive discounts. To avoid falling into the trap, request to pay on delivery and inspect the item before payment.<\/p>\n
Unreliable history<\/h2>\n You can easily differentiate fake profiles on any platform if you know what to pay attention to. Usually, marketplaces offer a reviews section where clients rate their experience with the sellers. If you can\u2019t see any feedback at all or the rates are low \u2013 consider offers from other vendors. If possible, check when the seller joined the platform. Of course, a recent registration is not a reason not to trust, but it should be one of the parameters you use to build the whole picture. You can do the same on social media.<\/p>\nFacebook Page Transparency<\/figcaption><\/figure>\nFor example, Facebook offers a \u201cPage Transparency\u201d block showing the page\u2019s whole history. The same goes for Instagram \u2013 just tap the three-dot menu in the top right corner of the profile you\u2019d like to check. Select \u201cAbout this account\u201d from the pop-up, and you\u2019ll see the full information, including the history of usernames. It\u2019s always a red flag if the name has been changed more than once.<\/p>\n
Black Friday is the perfect time to shop affordably for everything you\u2019ve wanted throughout the year. Pay attention to the red flags, and you will always get the best out of the offers available without losing your money.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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