Stay Safe

Safety Tips

Follow these guidelines to protect yourself from scams and fraud when buying or selling on BazaarPKMart.

Verify the seller

  • Check for the blue ✓ Verified badge on listings
  • Read seller reviews and ratings before buying
  • Ask for CNIC verification if buying high-value items
  • Avoid sellers with zero reviews and new accounts

Communicate safely

  • Always use BazaarPKMart in-app chat
  • Never share your bank PIN, OTP or passwords
  • Do not move conversations to WhatsApp for payments
  • Report suspicious messages immediately

Pay securely

  • Use BazaarPKMart Escrow for high-value purchases
  • Never pay full amount before seeing the item
  • Avoid Western Union, wire transfers or crypto
  • Get a receipt or screenshot of every transaction

Meet safely

  • Meet in a public, well-lit place (mall, market)
  • Bring a friend for high-value transactions
  • Inspect the item thoroughly before paying
  • Never invite strangers to your home address

Common Scam Red Flags

Price is unrealistically low for the item
Seller asks you to pay before meeting
Seller says item is abroad and asks for shipping fee
Pressure to pay quickly or "deal will expire"
Seller refuses video call to verify the item
Asks for bank account details over chat
Sends fake payment screenshots
Profile has no reviews and was created recently

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