Hey everyone,
So I’m posting an ad on Craigslist for the first time, and I’m kinda torn about whether to include my number on Craigslist ad. Like, I wanna make it easy for people to reach me, but I’m also lowkey worried about spam or weirdos texting me.
What do y’all think?
- Pros: Faster responses, easier communication, and maybe more legit buyers?
- Cons: Privacy risks, potential spam, or even scams?
Also, is it better to just use the Craigslist email thingy instead? Or does that make it harder for people to contact me?
Kinda overthinking this lol, but any advice would be clutch. Thanks!
I’d say avoid putting your number on Craigslist ad unless you’re okay with random texts. I’ve done it before and got so many spam calls.
The Craigslist email thingy works fine, and you can always share your number later if the buyer seems legit. It’s a good middle ground.
If you’re really worried, try using a burner app like Google Voice. It gives you a temporary number so you don’t have to share your real one.
Honestly, I’ve had better luck using the email relay. It filters out a lot of the spammy people.
If you do decide to put your number on Craigslist ad, just be ready for some weirdos. It’s kinda inevitable lol.
But yeah, email first, then share your number if they seem serious.
I’ve been selling stuff on Craigslist for years, and I never put my number on Craigslist ad. It’s just not worth the hassle.
The email relay is slower, but it keeps your privacy intact. Plus, you can always move to texting once you’ve vetted the buyer.
If you’re worried about missing out on quick responses, just make sure your ad is super clear and detailed. That way, people know exactly what they’re getting.
Dude, don’t overthink it. Just use the email relay.
I made the mistake of putting my number on Craigslist ad once, and I got bombarded with spam. Never again.
If you’re really worried about missing out, maybe try a service like Sideline or Burner. They give you a second number for stuff like this.
I’d say go with the email relay first. It’s safer, and you can always share your number later if the buyer seems legit.
Putting your number on Craigslist ad can lead to a lot of unwanted attention. Trust me, I learned the hard way.
If you’re really worried about spam, try using a temporary number app. It’s a lifesaver for stuff like this.
Honestly, I’ve had mixed experiences with putting my number on Craigslist ad. Sometimes it’s fine, other times it’s a nightmare.
If you’re selling something high-demand, you might get a lot of texts, but not all of them will be serious buyers.
I’d recommend using the email relay first, and then share your number if the buyer seems legit. It’s just safer that way.
I’d avoid putting your number on Craigslist ad unless you’re okay with dealing with spam.
The email relay is slower, but it’s way safer. Plus, you can always move to texting once you’ve vetted the buyer.
If you’re really worried about missing out, try using a temporary number app like Google Voice. It’s a good compromise.
I’ve been selling on Craigslist for a while, and I never put my number on Craigslist ad. It’s just not worth the risk.
The email relay is slower, but it keeps your privacy intact. Plus, you can always share your number later if the buyer seems legit.
If you’re worried about missing out on quick responses, just make sure your ad is super clear and detailed. That way, people know exactly what they’re getting.
Thanks for all the advice, y’all! I think I’m gonna go with the email relay first and see how it goes.
I downloaded Google Voice like a few of you suggested, and it seems like a solid backup if I need to share my number later.
I’ll update you guys if I get any weird emails or if it works out. Fingers crossed!
