Facebook Marketplace: The Social Media Marketplace
Already using Facebook Marketplace? This is the marketplace for social media. Normally, Facebook Marketplace should also be available on iPhone. However, it is possible that you do not see the shortcut within the app or that the function does not work. In this article everything about Marketplace and how to use it on your smartphone. You can get in touch with Best Social Media Marketing Agency in Washington.
Central place to buy and sell
We have been used to Marktplaats, the advertising website for the Netherlands for many years. Facebook has created a central marketplace in response to various advertising websites: Marketplace. Here you offer products that are only visible to other Facebook users.
Marketplace works independently of various buying and selling groups. When you place an ad in such a group, you get the option to place it directly on Marketplace.
Facebook Marketplace is more interesting than marketplace
The advantage of Facebook Marketplace is that advertising here is free, at least as far as individuals are concerned. Companies have the option of paid advertising, which makes them appear at the top of the search results.
Are you selling a car or home? You have to pay for this on Marktplaats The same ad is completely free at Facebook Marketplace.
Less range
Facebook Marketplace also has a drawback: it has a lower reach. Only Facebook users see the ads. Because more and more people are canceling their Facebook account, there is also a good chance that you will miss a large target group.
Another disadvantage is that people can only access Marketplace if they have a Facebook account. You don’t need an account to browse Marktplaats.
Facebook Marketplace on iPhone not visible
In principle, Facebook Marketplace should simply be available on iPhone or Android. For this you use the Facebook app. Don’t see the Marketplace keyboard shortcut within the app? Then tap the menu (three horizontal lines). Then click on the house icon or choose show more. You may see the Marketplace option.
The link to Marketplace
Can’t get to Facebook Marketplace? Then follow this link to Marketplace. This is the easiest method to view all products on offer. The link works on desktop, laptop, tablet and smartphone.
Access to Facebook Marketplace blocked
Sometimes Facebook blocks certain users and thus denies access to the Online Marketplace. This only happens when a user violates the Community Guidelines or Trade Policy. In itself there is little that can be done about this.
If you think this blocking is unjustified, you should contact Facebook itself. To do this, open Facebook and navigate to Marketplace. Then tap Request Review. If you eventually have access again, it is recommended to download the newer version of the app or to renew the website.
Why don’t I see a Marketplace?
Unfortunately but true, Facebook Marketplace is not available to everyone. For example, some accounts may not have access, but also entire regions or countries may not be able to use it. The exact reason can of course be requested from Facebook itself.
Scammed on Facebook
Online trading, how easy is that? Unfortunately, many people are also scammed via Facebook Marketplace. This is becoming more common and is a major problem. See something suspicious on Marketplace? Then you can report this, whether it is a seller or a buyer. You can also report or hide an ad.
How to report a seller:
- Click on the relevant advertisement
- Click on the seller’s name
- Select report
- Follow the directions
To report a buyer, you need to follow slightly different steps:
- Click on your account
- Go to your ads
- Select the ad that a buyer has responded to
- Go to the chat message between you and the buyer
- Click on the menu
- Click Report Buyer
- Follow the directions