Safety Guide

To ensure your safety and avoid potential scams, Caribbean Connections recommends the following guidelines:

1. Deal Locally: Always conduct transactions face-to-face with the seller to minimize the risk of scams. Avoid remote transactions whenever possible.

2. If It’s Too Good to Be True, It Probably Is: Exercise caution when encountering deals that seem overly advantageous. Verify the authenticity of the offer before proceeding with any financial transactions.

3. Inspect Before Purchase or Rental: We advise against purchasing or renting any item without first seeing it in person. Request to inspect the item before making any commitments.

4. Inform Others of Your Whereabouts: Prioritize safety by informing someone trustworthy of your location and intended transactions, especially when meeting buyers or sellers alone.

5. Avoid Wire Transfers: Refrain from conducting transactions involving wire transfers, as this method is often associated with fraudulent activities. Be wary of any seller who requests this payment method.

6. Beware of Overseas Transactions: Exercise caution when dealing with buyers or sellers who request transactions involving overseas payments. Contact Caribbean Connections or local authorities for advice before proceeding.

7. Caution with PayPal Requests: Be cautious if a buyer or seller requests your PayPal or similar money account information. Exercise discretion and avoid sharing sensitive financial details online.

8. Decline Online Background/Credit Checks: Refuse any requests for online or email background or credit checks. Exercise caution with requests that may compromise your personal information.

9. Avoid Overseas Shipping: Do not engage with individuals who require you or them to ship items overseas. Transactions should ideally occur within the local area.

10. Verify Location Through Photographs: Carefully examine photographs of items for sale. If they appear to be located outside of the Caribbean region, exercise caution and avoid contacting the seller.

11. Exercise Caution with Overseas Owners: Be vigilant if the seller claims to be overseas, as it could be indicative of a potential scam. Exercise discretion and conduct thorough research before proceeding.

12. Refrain from Partial Payments: Avoid making partial payments as they are often associated with fraudulent activities. Discontinue transactions if the seller insists on partial payments.

13. Request Local Contact Information: If you have concerns about a seller, ask for a local contact number to verify their authenticity.

14. Protect Personal Information: Never disclose personal, financial, or private information online. Insist on meeting potential buyers or sellers in person before sharing any sensitive details.

15. Avoid Emailing Personal Documents: Refrain from emailing sensitive documents such as passports or driver’s licenses. Request to meet the individual in person if such documents are necessary for the transaction.

By adhering to these guidelines, you can enhance your safety and security while engaging in transactions on Caribbean Connections.