[header] How to report fraud on craigslist [title] Learn how to identify fraudulent listings. [step] Craigslist has a page in its " about " section on types of requests to be wary of and how to avoid scams. [substeps] In particular, craigslist warns you not to pay anyone you haven't met in person, or to rent or purchase anything on craigslist sight unseen. 
Be wary of anyone who asks for financial information such as a bank account or credit card number, or who asks for information to run a credit check or criminal background check. [title] Review the craigslist terms of use.