Stay Safe on My Lanka Ads
We are committed to making your experience on My Lanka Ads as safe as possible. Follow these tips to protect yourself when buying and selling.
General Safety Tips
Verify Items in Person
Always meet the seller and inspect the item thoroughly before proceeding with any payment.
Exchange Item and Payment at the Same Time
Buyers: don't make any payments before receiving an item. Sellers: don't send an item before receiving payment.
Use Common Sense
Avoid anything that appears too good to be true, such as unrealistically low prices and promises of quick money.
Never Give Out Financial Information
This includes bank account details, card numbers, and any other information that could be misused by a third party.
Meet in a Safe Public Place
When meeting a buyer or seller for the first time, choose a busy public location. Never go to a remote or unfamiliar location alone.
While Applying for a Job
Research the job and employer before you apply. Don't give out personal information before meeting the employer in person. Avoid going to remote locations for an interview.
Scams & Frauds
Fake Information Requests
My Lanka Ads will never send you messages requesting your personal or financial details. If you receive such a request claiming to be from us, do not click any links — delete it immediately.
Requests to Use Money Transfer Services
Services such as Western Union or MoneyGram are not meant for transactions between strangers and are frequently used in scams. Always use safe, traceable payment methods.
Advance Payment Scams
Be very cautious of sellers asking for a deposit or full payment before you have seen or received the item. Legitimate sellers will meet you in person for the exchange.
Too-Good-To-Be-True Prices
If an item is priced far below market value, it is likely a scam. Always verify the legitimacy of the seller before proceeding.
No Delivery Service from My Lanka Ads
My Lanka Ads does not offer any delivery or escrow service. Please report and avoid any seller claiming to use an official My Lanka Ads delivery option.
How My Lanka Ads Protects You
Phone number privacy — choose exactly which contact platforms display your number, or hide it entirely.
Fake Ads directory — our team maintains a public list of confirmed scam listings.
Ad review process — every ad is reviewed by our moderation team before going live.
Block & report — we track reports of suspicious activity to keep repeat offenders off the platform.
Reporting a Safety Issue
Victim of a Scam?
Report the ad immediately using the Report button on the ad detail page, then contact us. We also recommend contacting your local police department.
Law Enforcement
My Lanka Ads does not share user information publicly. However, we take safety seriously and will fully cooperate with law enforcement on requests involving fraud or criminal activity.