Safety Tips
Your safety comes first. Follow these guidelines to make every deal on Harib a good one.
Meeting safely
Most deals on Harib happen in person. Here's how to keep it safe.
Meet in a public place
Choose a busy, well-lit location — a coffee shop, mall, or bank lobby. Avoid private homes or secluded areas for first meetups.
Tell someone where you're going
Share the meetup time and location with a friend or family member. Better yet, bring someone along.
Inspect before you pay
Power on the device. Check the screen, ports, buttons, battery health. Test everything you can before handing over money.
Use safe payment methods
Cash is king for in-person deals. If using a transfer, confirm receipt before handing over the item. Avoid sending money to unknown accounts in advance.
Spotting scams
Most people on Harib are genuine. But it pays to know the red flags.
Too good to be true? It probably is.
If someone offers a brand-new iPhone for half the market price, be skeptical. Compare prices on Harib to know what's reasonable.
Pushy sellers or buyers
If someone pressures you to rush a deal, skip verification, or send money first — walk away. Legit deals don't require urgency.
Keep conversations on the platform
Harib messages give both parties a record of the conversation. If someone insists on moving to WhatsApp or another app immediately, be cautious.
Watch for fake profiles
Check the seller's reviews, account age, and verification status. New accounts with no reviews selling high-value items deserve extra scrutiny.
Tips for sellers
Selling is just as much about trust as buying.
- 1Be honest about condition. Describe flaws clearly — it builds trust and avoids disputes.
- 2Use real photos. Stock images or photos from the internet are a red flag for buyers.
- 3Respond promptly. Buyers move on quickly if you don't reply within a few hours.
- 4Meet in a public place just like buyers. Your safety matters too.
- 5Count the money or verify the transfer before handing over the item.
Something doesn't feel right?
If you encounter a scam, suspicious listing, or unsafe behavior — report it immediately. We take every report seriously.