"Hey guys, quick question about Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations. Is it even allowed?
I’ve got stuff to sell in both NYC *and* Philly, but I don’t wanna get flagged into oblivion.
Some say it’s cool if the ads are slightly different, others swear you’ll get nuked by the Craigslist gods.
What’s the real deal? Anyone pulled this off without getting wrecked?
Also, if it *is* possible, what’s the smart way to handle Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations? Like, timing, wording, etc.
Or should I just stick to one and avoid the hassle?
Spill the tea pls. 🙏"
I’ve done Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations before, but you gotta be smart about it.
Post the same item in NYC and Philly, but tweak the titles and descriptions slightly. Maybe change up the pics too.
Also, space them out—don’t post both at the exact same time. Wait a day or two. Craigslist’s bots can flag duplicates if they’re too similar or posted too close together.
If you’re worried, try using different email accounts. It’s a hassle, but better than getting banned.
Honestly, it’s risky. Craigslist’s rules are vague, but they *do* ban for cross-posting.
I’d just pick one city (whichever has more demand for your stuff) and stick with it.
Or, use Facebook Marketplace—way more lenient with locations. You can list in multiple areas without the fear of getting nuked.
Pro tip: Use a tool like Postlets or ListPerfectly to manage Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations.
They help you customize listings for different areas and schedule posts so they don’t go live at the same time.
Saves you the headache of getting flagged. Worth the small fee if you’re selling a lot.
I got banned once for doing this exact thing lol.
Craigslist doesn’t play around. Even if the ads are different, their system might still catch you.
If you *must* do it, use a VPN and different accounts. But honestly? Not worth the trouble.
Yo, thanks for all the tips! Didn’t realize Craigslist was this strict.
Gonna try tweaking the ads and spacing them out like some of y’all suggested.
Also, checking out Postlets—sounds like a lifesaver.
If I get banned, I’ll blame you guys. (jk lol)
Appreciate the help! 🙌
It’s possible, but you gotta be sneaky.
Change the wording, use different photos, and post at different times.
Also, avoid using the same phone number in both ads. Craigslist tracks that stuff.
If you’re paranoid, just focus on one city and expand later.
Why risk it? Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations is a gamble.
Instead, try OfferUp or Letgo. They’re way more flexible with locations, and you won’t have to stress about getting banned.
Craigslist is great, but their moderation is brutal.
I’ve done this for years with no issues.
Key things:
- Totally different titles and descriptions.
- Post at least 24 hours apart.
- Use a different primary photo.
Craigslist’s bots aren’t *that* smart if you mix it up enough.
Craigslist - posting in two geographic locations is technically against TOS, but people do it all the time.
Just don’t be obvious. No copy-paste jobs.
If you’re selling furniture or big items, maybe just list in the city where you’ll be more available for pickups. Saves hassle.
