Ad Reporting, Why Should I report Ads

How to Report a Listing

Every Kijiji ad includes a Report Listing option:

  • On Web: Located just below the sellers information.
  • On Mobile App: Located at the bottom of the ad page

When you select this option, you’ll be asked to choose the reason for your report.

Reporting Categories

Scam / Prohibited

Use this option for listings that appear fraudulent or clearly violate Kijiji’s policies.

Examples include:

  • Listings that appear intentionally misleading

  • Prohibited products or services

  • Suspected scams or fraudulent activity

  • Content that violates Kijiji’s Terms of Use or posting rules

Please note: Personal disagreements, pricing concerns, or unsatisfactory transactions should not be reported under this category unless the listing itself violates Kijiji’s policies.

Duplicate Posting

Select this category if you notice:

  • Multiple identical listings from the same user

  • Repeated postings of the same item or service

  • Spam listings

  • Excessive duplicate content that impacts the user experience

No Longer Relevant

Choose this option when:

  • An item has already been sold

  • An event has passed

  • A service is no longer available

  • The listing is otherwise no longer current

Miscategorized

Use this category when a listing has been posted in the wrong location or category.

Examples include:

  • Vehicles listed in a general Buy & Sell category

  • Real estate listings posted in the wrong region

  • Job postings placed in an unrelated category

Other

Select Other when additional context is needed.

Examples may include:

  • Bait-and-switch practices

  • Recalled products

  • Listings involving regulated items

  • Concerns that do not fit into another reporting category

What Happens After I Report a Listing?

When a listing is reported, it is reviewed by our moderation team.

Reports help us identify content that may violate our policies, but listings are not automatically removed simply because they have been reported.

Depending on the outcome of our review, we may:

  • Remove the listing

  • Request changes from the poster

  • Restrict account activity

  • Escalate concerns for further review

  • Take no action if the listing complies with our policies

Our goal is to ensure that every report is reviewed fairly and consistently.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will a listing be removed immediately after I report it?

No. Reported listings are reviewed before any action is taken. We assess each report against our policies and community standards.

Can I report a listing if I disagree with the seller’s price?

No. Reporting should be reserved for listings that violate Kijiji’s policies. Differences of opinion regarding pricing, negotiations, or personal preferences are not policy violations.

What if I made a report by mistake?

There’s no need to worry. Reports are reviewed by our moderation team, and accidental reports will not result in automatic action against a listing.

What should I do if I believe I have encountered a scam?

Report the listing using the appropriate reporting category and avoid sending money or sharing personal information until you have verified the legitimacy of the transaction.

Can I report listings that seem suspicious even if I’m not certain they’re violating a policy?

Yes. If something appears suspicious or concerning, submitting a report allows our team to review the listing and determine whether further action is necessary.