How to Post an Ad on Craigslist

Craigslist is the king of online classifieds where you can post your ads for free (except for job openings). If you're new to Craigslist, here are eight easy steps on how to post anything you want.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

How to Post Your Ad on Craigslist

1. When you are on the Craigslist website, it will have a long list if states, cities, and countries outside the U.S. Click on the targeted area where you want to post.

2. Select the category you wish to post your advertisement, then click on the right side of the page where it says in blue print 'Post'.

3. Next there will be couple or more categories to choose from. For example, if you are making an ad for housing you will have two choices to choose from. Pick the category of your choice and continue.

4. Now it is time to write your ad. Think of a headline that will stand out from the rest. Remember that you have competition with other advertisers so make sure to write a catchy title for your ad so you will gain many readers.

5. Make your description clear. If necessary, make it short, simple and to the point. For example, if you are selling a home, give a somewhat detailed desorption of your place and ask you readers to find out more details by emailing you back or contacting by phone.

6. After making a headline and description, type in your email address your can readers can reply to your ad.

7. Click on 'continue' and you will see a preview of your ad and below will be a verification code. Type in the letters and numbers correctly and move on to the next page.

8. Read the Terms of Use. After reading the agreement, click on the button and you will will be ask to check your email so the ad can go live. You will have a email from Craigslist to activate the link. Your ad is finally posted for all to see.

Tips & Warnings

• If you do not want anyone to view your personal email address, don't worry. Craigslist automatically post your email address anonymously.
• As they say, a picture is worth a thousands of words. You may have more success posting pictures, especially in the personal ads, housing or of the items you are selling.
• Do not spam the website. If you must gain traffic at least post to five different cities, rewording your descriptions. Because if you go overboard with spamming, there is a high chance that your ad will constantly get flagged. Also Craigslist will spot this, 'ghost your' ad and it will not be available for all to see.
• Never post in the wrong category or your ad is violates the Terms of Use. Your ad can be flagged immediately.
• Be careful that your ad does not offend anyone. One wrong word can set some people off and have you reported.

Resources

• Craigslist

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