Why would Craigslist ad be flagged for removal?

Being flagged for removal means that someone has found that a listing has broken Craigslist rules. I happens when you click the “prohibited” button on the upper left corner. The list of rules are as follows: Users must comply with all applicable laws, the CL terms of use , and all posted site rules.

Why would a post on Craigslist be flagged?

Craigslist automatically monitors the IP addresses of where posts originate, so if they notice that too many posts are coming from the same IP, then those listings will get flagged for removal. Craigslist does this to prevent one person from spamming their site with too many ads at once.

How do you find out who flagged you on Craigslist?

Scroll through the list of ads you’ve published while logged in to your account for the past 180 days. Click the name of the one that displays next to the text “flagged.” Alternatively, click the link in the email Craigslist sent you to be taken to a page that shows you ad an its current status.

How do you get a post removed from Craigslist?

How to delete a Craigslist post

1. Open your email inbox.
2. Search for the automated email from Craigslist.
3. Scroll to “To edit or delete your ad, please visit the following URL, ” and click the link.
4. Enter the email and password you used to create the listing.
5. Click “Delete this posting.”

How do you repost a flagged ad on Craigslist?

Follow these steps repost an ad that has been flagged.

1. Click on the button ‘My Account.
2. Enter your Craigslist account credentials.
3. Go through the ads that you published in the past 180 days.
4. Click on the name that is shown next to the text ‘Flagged.
5. Re-read the Terms of Use of Craigslist’s and review your ad.

Why do my posts keep getting removed from Craigslist?

Most of the listings that are removed from Craigslist are deleted because they violate the site’s terms of use in some way. Content prohibited from Craigslist by the terms of use includes illegal, offensive, fraudulent and malicious content.

Can paid Craigslist ads be flagged?

Flagging Content You can flag any classified ad or forum post on Craigslist by clicking the “Prohibited” link at the top of the page. If it’s a forum posting or a paid classified ad such as a “Help Wanted” ad, Craigslist staff will review its content for terms of use violations.

Why are my Craigslist posts being removed?

How do I flag multiple ads on Craigslist?

1. Click the link of the posting you want to flag.
2. Select one of the flagging links in the options box. “Miscategorized” means the ad is in the wrong category/site, discusses another ad or is otherwise misplaced.
3. Click “best of craigslist” in the flag options box for funny or memorable postings.

How do I know if my Craigslist ad is ghosted?

Craigslist does not tell you that your ad has been identified by the ghosting algorithm, as it does when it flags an ad. The only way to know if your ad has been ghosted is to search for it on Craigslist. If you don’t see your ad after about 15 minutes since posting, your ad might have been ghosted.

How do I post on Craigslist without flagging?

How to Use Craigslist Posting Software Without Being Flagged or Deleted

1. Spread Out your Craiglist Posting Over Several Days.
2. Post Less than Your Full Inventory.
3. Use Multiple Unique IP Addresses.
4. Post at Random Times and Strategize for High Traffic Days.
5. Use Non-Identifiable Text and Vary Your URLs.

Why has my Craigslist ad been flagged for removal?

If your Craigslist ad has been flagged for removal means that a number of people have decided to click the “prohibited” button on the upper left corner of your ad. It might also mean that an individual has used our software to remove your ad (s) from the Craigslist listings.

How many ads are removed by flagging monthly?

Millions of ads are removed by flagging monthly, nearly all of which violate the CL terms of use. Of course no moderation system is perfect, and a small percentage of ads removed are compliant.

What happens if you break Craigslist’s rules?

Every time you break one of Craigslist’s rules, they don’t send you a warning or disable your account, they penalize your account automatically and make it easier for others to send your ad to be flagged for removal.

How do I flag prohibited postings on Cl?

CL users flag prohibited postings they find via the flagging link at the top of each posting. Free classified ads sufficiently flagged are subject to automated removal. Postings may also be flagged for removal by CL staff or CL automated systems.