Staying safe on EireSwap

Meeting up

• Meet in a busy public place in daylight where you can.
• Bring a friend, especially for higher-value items.
• Tell someone where you're going and when.

Paying & getting paid

• Inspect the item in person before you hand over any money.
• Prefer cash or instant bank transfer once you've seen the item.
• Never pay a deposit upfront to hold an item you haven't seen.
• Be wary of anyone pushing you to move off WhatsApp or pay by gift card.

Spotting scams

• If a deal looks too good to be true, it usually is.
• Watch for stock photos instead of real photos of the item.
• Report anything suspicious — it helps protect the whole community.