At BikersBuddy, your safety is our top priority. We’re dedicated to ensuring that your experience on our platform is as secure as possible. Here’s some advice on how to stay safe while trading on BikersBuddy:
General Safety Advice
Keep things local: Meet the seller in person and inspect the item before making a payment. Whenever possible, conduct transactions locally.
While applying for a job: Research the job and the employer before applying. Avoid giving out personal information before meeting the employer in person. Exercise caution when going to remote locations for interviews.
Exchange item and payment at the same time: Buyers should refrain from making payments before receiving the item, and sellers should avoid sending items before receiving payment.
Use common sense: Be wary of deals that seem too good to be true, such as extremely low prices or promises of quick money.
Never give out financial information: Avoid sharing sensitive information like bank account details, PayPal information, or any other details that could be exploited.
Scams and Frauds to Watch Out For
Fake payment services: BikersBuddy does not offer any form of payment protection. Report any emails claiming to provide such services and avoid using online payment services or escrow sites unless you’re certain of their legitimacy.
Fake information requests: BikersBuddy will never ask for your personal details via email. Report any suspicious emails requesting personal information and refrain from clicking on any links.
Fake fee requests: Be cautious of individuals requesting additional fees to buy or sell items. BikersBuddy does not charge for its basic services, and import or brokerage fees should never be required.
Requests to use money transfer services: Avoid requests to use services like Western Union or MoneyGram for transactions with strangers, as they are often used in scams.
Safety Measures Provided by BikersBuddy
Email address and phone number protection: Your email address is not publicly displayed on your ad, protecting you from spam. Additionally, you have the option to hide your phone number on your ad while still allowing interested buyers to contact you via chat.
Continuous improvements: We continually enhance our technology to detect and prevent suspicious or inappropriate activity on our platform.
Blocking repeat offenders: We track reports of suspicious or illegal activity to prevent repeat offenders from using the site again.
Reporting a Safety Issue
If you believe you’ve been the victim of a scam, please report your situation to us immediately. We also recommend contacting your local law enforcement if you’ve been cheated.
Information Sharing
While we prioritize user privacy, we take safety seriously and will cooperate with law enforcement in cases involving fraudulent or criminal activity.
At BikersBuddy, we’re committed to providing a safe and secure trading environment for all our users. By following these safety guidelines and utilizing the features we provide, you can help ensure a positive experience on our platform.