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SALT LAKE CITY — Most folks who use KSL Classifieds get a good deal, an awesome new-to-you item and a new friend for life (10 minutes in a Smith's parking lot). But a few unlucky folks get sob stories, sketchy requests and scams.
Fighting fraud is one of KSL Classifieds' top priorities, but scammers often don't reveal themselves until they're actually interacting with a Classifieds user. That's where you come in. By recognizing common scams and flagging them immediately, whether on the listing or in our Messages system, you can help our team quickly identify fraudulent users so they can't strike twice. It's a win-win for the good guys and a lose-lose for scammers — you avoid a scam, and we get to help others do the same.
And scams are easier to spot than you think. Learn all about these common online classifieds scams to keep your KSL Classifieds experience as enjoyable as possible.
