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Deactivate an account
- Go to Account deactivation and log in.
- Select a reason for leaving, then choose Deactivate account.
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How do I contact a seller on OfferUp?
Send a message
- Open an item in the OfferUp app.
- Tap the Ask button.
- Tap one of the suggested messages to immediately send a question, or write your own.
What happens when you delete OfferUp account?
What happens when I deactivate my OfferUp account? Answer: Deactivation will make your account no longer accessible. It will also remove all listed and archived items from OfferUp as well as any current or previous messages exchanged with others users.
Can you be scammed on OfferUp?
Note: If someone says OfferUp facilitates non-shipping transactions and they need to validate the transaction or send an invoice, this could be a scam. These scammers try to use fake emails like offerup@safe-and-simple.com.
Are there fake accounts on OfferUp?
Fake account
Fake accounts are another one of the more common OfferUp scams. You can often spot them when you search for an item and notice multiple listings with the exact same photos with different seller names.
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. Do not make wire transfers or send money by mail.
How do I know if someone on OfferUp is legit?
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.
Is it safe to give your phone number on OfferUp?
Only communicate through OfferUp.
You should never have to give your phone number or email address to another OfferUp user. If a buyer or seller tries to move your communication to a different app or service, politely decline.
Is OfferUp any good? Overview. OfferUp has a consumer rating of 1.26 stars from 716 reviews indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Consumers complaining about OfferUp most frequently mention customer service, phone number and several times problems. OfferUp ranks 430th among Marketplace sites.
Can you get hacked on OfferUp?
A malicious person may have hacked your OfferUp account and may be posting listings using your name or offending other users. The following are some of the signs that someone may have hacked or may be trying to hack your account: You cannot log in to your account using your email and password.
Are OfferUp messages private?
Send a message
In the OfferUp app, the other person can’t see your phone number, email address, or other contact info. So your identity and credentials stay safer.
Remember that OfferUp will never contact you by email, in-app message, phone, or text message to ask for account info such as your username and password. Make sure that the web page you’re using says “secure” before logging in with your OfferUp, Google, or Facebook passwords.
Is OfferUp a legit site?
OfferUp itself is legit, completely free, and you can avoid the hassle of shipping. All of these benefits plus you get to keep 100% of the sale. It doesn’t hurt to give the platform a try– you may find you’re making sales right away or you may need to boost your listings a bit to get some traction.
How do I send a offer on OfferUp?
Tap Make offer on the item you would like to purchase. Once you’ve tapped Make offer, you will see one of the following options: If you see the price of the item and the Make offer button, edit to the price you would like to offer (if possible), and tap Make offer again.
Can people see my phone number on OfferUp? Privacy. We won’t share your number with anyone else on OfferUp. Use OfferUp messaging to communicate with buyers and sellers without sharing personal information. OfferUp will never ask you to provide account information in a chat or over the phone.
Can people see your Facebook on OfferUp? Other customers can’t see your email address, phone number, Facebook info, or the info you use to earn your TruYou badge because we use industry-standard security protocols.
Can you see who looks at 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.
Can you permanently delete OfferUp?
FAQ. Can you permanently delete OfferUp? Yes, you can delete your account from OfferUp. To do this, go to the “Settings” tab on the app and scroll down to “Account.” From there, tap on “Delete Account” and confirm that you want to delete your account.
Why did I get an email from OfferUp?
OfferUp sends email and in-app notifications when we have something important to share. We’ll let you know when buyers or sellers have contacted you, and we’ll send relevant reminders and news to help you get the most out of OfferUp.
Why did OfferUp disabled my account?
OfferUp may have determined that you are violating their terms of service, and as a result, your account has been disabled. Another possibility is that there is a problem with your account login information.
Can I block someone on OfferUp?
To block someone, you will need to start by reporting them. Once you’re at the last step of reporting them, you can choose to block them by turning the toggle on. Learn how to unblock someone. Note: Unblocking someone is unavailable on the web, you will need to use the OfferUp app to unblock a person.
How do I disconnect Facebook from OfferUp?
Go to “account settings.” Click “apps” on the left-hand sidebar. Click the “X” on the right of each app to revoke access to your data. Confirm “remove” when the window prompts you to do so.
Can I delete my OfferUp account and make a new one?
Yes, you can have 2 OfferUp accounts. However, you cannot use the same email address for both accounts. You can create a new account by going to the “My Account” section and clicking on “Sign Up.” You will be asked to provide your name, email address, password and phone number.
What should you avoid on OfferUp?
When You’re the Buyer
- Fake OfferUp Websites. Scammers will create a fake website that looks like the actual OfferUp website.
- “In A Hurry to Sell” Scam. The bad actor will pretend to be in a hurry to sell an item.
- Multiple Postings Scam.
- Used Vehicle Scams.
- Code Verification & Bad Check Scam.
- Counterfeit Money Scam.
What’s better OfferUp or Craigslist? Craigslist is worth it if you’re willing to put up with potentially flaky sellers. If you’re a regular seller who hopes to generate a reputation with buyers, OfferUp is the way to go! It’s easy to use and great for regular users.
