Safety Tips

No Yard Sale Safety Tips

Effective Date: August 8, 2026

Your Safety Comes First

At No Yard Sale, we believe buying and selling locally should be convenient, enjoyable, and—most importantly—safe.

Most transactions on No Yard Sale are completed without incident because buyers and sellers communicate honestly, keep their commitments, and use common sense.

These Safety Tips are designed to help you prepare for successful Meet Ups, recognize potential scams, protect your personal information, and make informed decisions throughout your marketplace experience.

While No Yard Sale provides tools such as messaging, Meet Ups, Norman's Trust Score, badges, and the Show Up Guarantee to support a safer marketplace, no online platform can eliminate every risk.

Your best safety tool will always be good judgment.

A Welcome from Norman

Hi neighbor!

Buying and selling locally should feel exciting—not stressful.

A little preparation goes a long way.

Whether you're selling a couch, buying a bicycle, donating furniture, or hiring someone for a service, taking a few extra minutes to plan ahead can help make your experience smoother and safer.

Let's walk through a few simple tips together.

1. Before You Contact Someone

Before reaching out about a Listing or accepting an offer, take a few moments to review the information available.

Consider:

• reading the complete Listing;
• looking carefully at the photographs;
• reviewing the seller's or buyer's profile;
• checking Norman's Trust Score;
• reviewing earned badges;
• reading available ratings and reviews;
• asking questions if anything is unclear.

If a Listing seems incomplete or unrealistic, ask for clarification before scheduling a Meet Up.

Norman's Tip

Trust starts long before the Meet Up.

A few minutes spent reviewing a Listing today can save hours of frustration later.

2. Choosing a Safe Meet Up Location

Whenever practical, choose a location that is:

• public;
• well-lit;
• easy to find;
• busy with other people nearby;
• comfortable for both participants.

Examples include:

• shopping center parking lots;
• coffee shops;
• community centers;
• public libraries;
• designated police safe-exchange locations where available.

Avoid meeting in isolated locations whenever possible.

If you are uncomfortable with a proposed meeting location, suggest another public location through the Platform.

3. Keep Communication Inside No Yard Sale

Whenever possible, use No Yard Sale messaging to communicate before and during your transaction.

Keeping conversations within the Platform helps:

• maintain a record of your communication;
• support the Show Up Guarantee where applicable;
• simplify dispute resolution;
• improve marketplace safety.

Avoid sharing unnecessary personal information such as:

• banking information;
• passwords;
• one-time verification codes;
• government identification numbers;
• financial account credentials.

Norman Says

If someone asks for your password or verification code...

That's a red flag.

Don't share it.

4. During Your Meet Up

When you arrive for your Meet Up, take your time.

A successful transaction should never feel rushed.

Before completing a purchase or accepting payment, consider:

• inspecting the item carefully;
• testing the item when practical;
• verifying included accessories;
• confirming the condition matches the Listing;
• asking questions if something seems different from what was advertised.

If you're selling an item, allow buyers a reasonable opportunity to inspect it before completing the transaction.

If either participant decides not to complete the transaction after inspection, remain respectful.

Not every Meet Up results in a sale—and that's okay.

Trust Your Instincts

If something feels wrong, uncomfortable, or unsafe:

• leave the Meet Up;
• do not feel pressured to continue;
• report suspicious activity if appropriate.

Your personal safety is always more important than completing a transaction.

5. Payments

No Yard Sale supports multiple ways for buyers and sellers to complete eligible transactions.

Whenever available, consider using supported payment features provided through the Platform.

If you choose to complete a transaction using cash:

• count the money carefully;
• verify payment before transferring the item;
• avoid displaying large amounts of cash unnecessarily;
• complete the exchange in a public location whenever practical.

Never rely solely on:

• screenshots claiming payment was sent;
• emails claiming payment was completed;
• messages stating funds are "pending";
• promises of future payment.

Always confirm that payment has actually been received before releasing your item.

Norman's Tip

A payment confirmation should come from your Wallet, your bank, or your approved payment method—not from a screenshot someone sends you.

6. The Show Up Guarantee

The Show Up Guarantee helps encourage reliable Meet Ups by asking participating users to make a commitment to one another.

To get the most from the Show Up Guarantee:

• arrive on time;
• complete required arrival verification;
• communicate delays through the Platform;
• use Extension Requests when needed;
• remain available for the required waiting period;
• cooperate respectfully if unexpected situations arise.

The Show Up Guarantee is designed to encourage accountability—not to force anyone to complete a transaction.

If you inspect an item and decide it isn't right for you, you're free to decline the purchase respectfully.

7. Hiring Service Providers

If you're hiring someone to perform a service through No Yard Sale:

• review their profile;
• read ratings and reviews where available;
• discuss pricing before work begins;
• clarify what is included;
• ask whether licenses, permits, or insurance apply to the service;
• communicate expectations clearly.

If you're providing services:

• accurately represent your qualifications;
• communicate professionally;
• honor your commitments;
• perform work consistent with what you advertised.

No Yard Sale does not certify service providers unless expressly stated.

Norman Says

Clear expectations before the job starts usually lead to happier customers afterward.

8. Donation Listings

Donation Listings help neighbors support one another.

Whether you're donating or receiving an item:

• inspect the item;
• ask questions if needed;
• honestly describe the item's condition;
• disclose known defects;
• communicate pickup expectations clearly.

Never donate an item that is unsafe, recalled, prohibited, or illegal.

Giving something away should still help—not harm—the next person.

9. Protect Your Account

Your No Yard Sale Account is your responsibility.

Help protect it by:

• using a strong password;
• keeping your password private;
• never sharing verification codes;
• signing out of shared devices;
• keeping your contact information up to date;
• reporting suspicious activity immediately.

No Yard Sale will never ask you for your password through messages.

10. Common Marketplace Scams

Scammers often rely on urgency, confusion, or pressure.

Be cautious if someone:

• insists on completing the transaction outside the Platform without a legitimate reason;
• asks for your password or verification code;
• sends fake payment confirmations;
• asks you to refund an overpayment;
• requests payment using gift cards;
• refuses to inspect an item before purchasing;
• wants to communicate only through unfamiliar third-party services;
• pressures you to act immediately;
• refuses reasonable questions.

If something doesn't seem right, pause the conversation.

It's okay to walk away.

Common Scam Examples

Examples include:

• fake payment screenshot scams;
• overpayment scams;
• gift card scams;
• fake shipping scams;
• fake escrow scams;
• identity theft attempts;
• phishing messages;
• impersonation;
• fake verification requests.

Reporting suspicious activity helps protect the entire community.

Norman's Reminder

Scammers hate patient people.

If someone is rushing you, slow down.

Take a moment to think before you act.

11. If Something Goes Wrong

If you experience a problem:

• remain calm;
• leave the situation if necessary;
• document what happened where safe and appropriate;
• report the issue through the Platform;
• contact support if you need assistance.

Depending on the situation, Prop Up Media LLC may review available information to help investigate the matter.

If the situation involves immediate danger or criminal activity, contact your local law enforcement agency or emergency services before contacting No Yard Sale.

12. Emergency Situations

If you ever believe your safety is at immediate risk:

• leave the area immediately;
• move to a safe public location;
• contact emergency services if necessary;
• notify trusted family or friends if appropriate.

No purchase is worth risking your personal safety.

Norman's Safety Checklist

Before every Meet Up, ask yourself:

✔ I read the Listing carefully.

✔ I reviewed the seller's or buyer's profile.

✔ I checked Norman's Trust Score and badges.

✔ I asked any important questions.

✔ I selected a safe meeting location.

✔ I plan to inspect the item before paying.

✔ I understand how I'll complete payment.

✔ I'll keep communication inside No Yard Sale whenever possible.

✔ I'll trust my instincts if something doesn't feel right.

13. We're Here to Help

If you're unsure about:

• a Listing;
• a service provider;
• a Meet Up;
• a Wallet transaction;
• an advertisement;
• Norman's Trust Score;
• the Show Up Guarantee;
• Platform policies;

please contact No Yard Sale before completing your transaction.

Asking a question today may prevent a problem tomorrow.

Contact Us

Questions about marketplace safety may be directed to:

No Yard Sale

A Product of Prop Up Media LLC

11816 Inwood Rd #3345

Dallas, Texas 75244

United States

Email: support@noyardsaleapp.com

Norman's Final Thoughts

The safest marketplace isn't the one with the most rules.

It's the one where people look out for one another.

Take a few extra minutes to ask questions.

Communicate honestly.

Inspect before you buy.

Keep your promises.

And if something doesn't feel right, trust your instincts.

Every smart decision you make helps build a stronger, safer No Yard Sale community for everyone.

Thanks for doing your part.

No signs. No tables. No yard sale.

14. Safe Meetup Location Labels

• Verified Safe Exchange Zone: No Yard Sale reviewed an official facility source. The label does not guarantee staffing, operating hours, police presence, availability, or safety.
• Suggested Public Meetup Location: A public-place result, often supplied through Google Maps Platform, that is not verified as an official safe-exchange zone.
• Custom Meetup Location: A place supplied or selected by a user and not verified by No Yard Sale.

Confirm hours and current conditions, meet during active public hours, keep communication in No Yard Sale, and leave if conditions feel unsafe. Location suggestions and map links are informational and do not replace personal judgment or emergency services.