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It’s no secret how much I use Facebook Marketplace to buy things for my home. I often share how I was able to grab an awesome deal on an item I needed. Shopping for quality thrifted furniture on FBMP is something I get so stinking excited about. The thrill of the find, the thrill of the best price, it’s addicting, I tell ya! Facebook Marketplace is one of my favorite ways:
I’m sharing all you need to know to shop safely on Facebook Marketplace. I’ll share another post soon on how to successfully sell on FBMP. Facebook Marketplace Buying GuideThis post details the most common asked questions about how to use Facebook Marketplace but you’re going to want to download the FREE Facebook Marketplace Buying Guide to get all of the details:
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WHERE TO FIND Facebook MarketplaceThe Facebook Marketplace is located within the FB app on your phone or on desktop. This little market icon (circled in red above) is where you find the marketplace. This is what the home screen of FBMP will look like after you click the icon. Start scrolling away and click on anything that interests you. HOW TO SEARCHOr click the search spyglass icon at the top and you’ll see this screen. Enter in your desired search word (my preference) or a category. Remember to also search related words to help bring up more options. How to set an alert on Facebook MarketplaceWhen in the search screen, you will see a bell icon (see red circled bell icon above). This is the alarm or alert. Set the word(s) you would like to trigger the alert, select the price and click ‘CREATE ALERT’ and you’re done! Every time something new is listed with your key search word, you will get a notification when using the app. How do I purchase on the Marketplace?Locally
Shipping (not local)
Is it safe to buy stuff on Facebook marketplace?When you practice common sense, it’s pretty safe to buy stuff on Facebook Marketplace.
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Can I see Facebook marketplace without an account?No, you will need an account with Facebook to access the marketplace. If you have a friend with an account, you could always ask them to help you shop for you though! How to get marketplace on facebook on iphone or AndroidDownload the Facebook app from your phone’s app store. Login or set up a new Facebook account. Then click on the market icon in the bottom portion of your screen while in the Facebook app. And you’re ready to start shopping! LOVE DEALS?Want to know how I get the best deals when using Facebook Marketplace? Sign up for the FREE BUYING GUIDE. Post navigationHow do you pay on Facebook Marketplace?You can use a credit card, debit card or PayPal account to buy items with checkout on Facebook or Marketplace.
How do buyers buy on Facebook Marketplace?How do I buy something on Facebook Marketplace?. Tap in the top right of Facebook.. Tap Marketplace.. Tap an item that you want to buy.. Tap Send to send a message that says "Is this available?". What is the safest way to pay on Facebook Marketplace?Don't transfer money directly into a seller's bank account. Instead, offer to use a secure person-to-person payment site, such as PayPal or sending and receiving money in Messenger.
Is it safe to buy from Facebook Marketplace?I believe that by and large, people are good and the vast majority of transactions on Facebook Marketplace are genuine and safe. However, as an advocate for peer-to-peer swapping and selling platforms, I thought it was worthwhile to share some tips and ways to stay safe when using these platforms.
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