02.25.08
Being Safe On Craigs list
While Craigs list goes to a great distance to promote safety while using their website, they do not have the ability to fully protect their users. People using the Craigs list service should practice several usage tips in order to remain safe while using the popular advertising and personals website.
One of the most obvious tips is that you should watch with whom you meet in public from the Craigs list website and the location of the meeting. Just as in the event of meeting any stranger, you should let someone close to you know of your location in the event that something goes wrong. Being smart in this matter is the first step to protecting yourself from potential criminals that use the Craigslist service to find victims.
Another thing that you should remember is that you should use common sense when replying to advertisements. You probably should refrain from sending a picture on the first email unless explicitly requested. Your picture could be used for such purposes as forging an identification, tracking you to your residence, and other activities without your consent.
Finally, you should remember that you aren’t required to meet anyone you feel uncomfortable meeting. If you contact someone via Craigslist that gives you a bad feeling, just ignore the user and refrain from future communications. This will ensure your safety.