Anti-Scam

Last Updated: [11 May 2025]

Protect yourself against Internet fraud!

The vast majority of listings are posted by honest people and trust. So you can do excellent business. Despite this, it is important to follow a few common sense rules following to prevent any attempt to scam.

🔐 Our Commitment to Safety

At TestyAds.com, we take scam prevention seriously. While we provide a platform for users to connect through personal and classified ads, we are not responsible for any losses, fraud, or damages arising from interactions or transactions between users.

This Anti-Scam Policy outlines how we protect users and how you can protect yourself from scammers.

⚠️ TestyAds is NOT liable for:

Any form of scam or fraud committed by users
Misrepresentation of identity, intent, or location
Fake profiles, deceitful listings, or misleading posts
Lost money or goods resulting from user communication

Users should interact at their own risk and follow the guidelines below.

🚫 Common Scam Types to Watch For

Advance Fee Fraud: Asking for money before meeting, sending gifts, or providing services.
Fake Profiles: Too-good-to-be-true photos or suspicious behavior.
Phishing Links: Fake login pages or shortened links sent via messages.
Crypto or Gift Card Scams: Asking for Amazon gift cards, crypto payments, or money transfers.
Romance Scams: Emotional manipulation to extract money or personal information.
Job/Service Scams: Fake job offers or service providers asking for deposits or payments upfront.

🛡️ How We Help Prevent Scams

Profile moderation (text, image, and IP checks)
Automated flagging of suspicious content
Email and IP blacklisting of known fraud patterns
Limited free ads to discourage mass fake postings
Manual review of premium ads
Encouraging users to report suspicious activity

✅ How YOU Can Stay Safe

Never send money or share financial info (PayPal, bank, crypto) to unknown users.
Meet in public places and avoid sharing your home address or personal details.
Avoid long-distance romantic engagements that ask for help, tickets, or gifts.
Don’t click on suspicious links or download unknown files shared via messages.
Use TestyAds’ chat responsibly, and report users who are abusive, aggressive, or manipulative.

🚨 How to Report a Scam

If you believe you’ve been contacted by a scammer:

Block the user immediately
Report the ad or profile using the "Report" button on the ad page
Contact us directly at [email protected] or via Telegram: @TestyAds

We will take immediate action, including banning accounts and blocking IPs.

❗Important Disclaimer

TestyAds.com only provides a platform. We do not verify every user or ad and cannot guarantee your safety. Use this platform responsibly and at your own risk.

We recommend exercising caution, especially with any request involving money.

📝 Final Note

We regularly update our moderation systems to detect fraudulent behavior. Still, users must remain vigilant and cautious when engaging with strangers online.

Stay safe, stay smart.
— The TestyAds.com Team