Safety

Staying safe when you meet or hire

Have & Seek introduces members to each other. It does not verify identities, inspect goods, check licences, hold money or guarantee any deal. There is no payment protection.

Buying and selling goods

• Meet in a busy public place in daylight. Many police stations offer safe exchange spots.
• Bring someone with you or tell someone where you are going.
• Inspect the item before paying. Test electronics and check serial numbers where it matters.
• Never pay in advance, by wire transfer, gift card or crypto, or to “hold” an item.
• Be wary of overpayment, shipping-only offers, or requests to move to another app quickly.

Hiring or offering services

• Agree scope, rate, timing and materials in writing (messages are fine) before work starts.
• Check licences and insurance yourself for trades that require them.
• Avoid large upfront deposits. Pay as work is completed.

Protect your privacy

• Posts show only a city or ZIP area. Do not add your street address, phone number or email to posts.
• Share personal contact details only when you are comfortable, and only in private messages.
• Avoid photos that show your house number, licence plates, mail or other identifying details.

If something goes wrong

Block the member and report the post or profile. If you are in danger or have been the victim of a crime, contact local emergency services or law enforcement. Have & Seek cannot recover money or goods.