How to Place an Ad on Craig's List
Craigslist is a website that allows users to submit classified ads free of charge. There are two ways to submit ads to Craigslist. You can post an ad by email, or you can set up a Craigslist user account. Ads that are posted by email will generate a confirmation email, which you must keep in order to edit your ad or delete it. People who frequently post Craigslist ads will want to set up a user account, which will allow you to post, edit and delete your ad without requiring the confirmation email.
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Instructions
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Navigate the geographical information on the Craigslist homepage. Select the state and city where you want the ad displayed. Select the option to "Post to classifieds" in order to post your ad by email. You will then be given a set of options to determine what category your ad will be posted in.
If you have a user account, log in to Craigslist. Select the option to "Post a new ad."
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Fill out the posting form. Insert an interesting title, the price and specific location. You will be given the option to have your email remain anonymous. Enter the ad description and upload photos. Press the button to submit the posting form.
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Open the confirmation email sent to your email account. Click the link in the email to go to the confirmation page.
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Proofread your ad for accuracy and select the option to post. Your ad will appear on Craigslist in approximately 15 minutes. The ad will expire in 30 days unless it is deleted before then.
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Tips & Warnings
You need to save the confirmation email in order to edit or delete your post. This email can be re-sent if it is accidentally deleted.
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