I’ve been a Kijiji user for 13 years and have never had this problem before. When I try to post a new ad from the website, the error “There was an issue posting your ad, please contact Customer Service” appears right after I submit the ad.
What I’ve already tried:
Cleared cookies/cache and restarted the browser
Tried different browsers and the mobile app
Confirmed all fields are filled, no red errors, no special characters in number fields
Verified I’m not using a VPN and am posting from within Canada
The issue persists on both desktop and app. Could you please review my account for any temporary hold or filter preventing me from posting? My account is 13 years old and I’d really appreciate your help getting this resolved.
Our records indicate that your account has not been used in several months, or longer and may have been compromised and become vulnerable to be used for fraudulent activity. While this may appear to have originated on Kijiji, it is typically the result of external data breaches where login credentials are exposed. You may wish to check whether your email or password has been involved in a known data breach by visiting “Have I Been Pwned.” Please note that recently discovered breaches may take time to appear. Unfortunately, due to the nature of these incidents and to protect both you and the wider Kijiji community, the account has been permanently suspended. Accounts that have been inactive for an extended period or compromised in this way cannot be restored under any circumstances.
To continue using Kijiji, you will need to create a new account using a different email address: [https://help.kijiji.ca/helpdesk/basics/how-do-i-register\] Before doing so, we strongly recommend the following: * Ensure you are using the latest version of the Kijiji app or your web browser * Use a secure device that supports current software updates * Create a strong, unique password that is not used on any other platform * Make sure you are not using a VPN or other forms of Privacy Protections when creating your new account. If you have experienced similar issues more than once, it may be advisable to have your device checked for malware, unauthorized software, or network vulnerabilities. For additional guidance on staying safe online, please visit: [https://help.kijiji.ca/helpdesk/safety/suspicious-emails](https://help.kijiji.ca/helpdesk/safety/suspicious-emails) We understand this situation is frustrating and sincerely regret any inconvenience it has caused. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain a safe marketplace.
Hello, I use my account regularly. I was even able to upload ads 2-3 weeks ago. I did change my email address used for my login 1-2 weeks ago, but I don’t see how that would trigger a security breach. Please try to get the account restored, if not than I don’t see myself ever using Kijiji again. I had many positive reviews on my old account and I can’t believe I’m not able to use it anymore.
Thank you for reaching out to us. We understand how frustrating it is to have your account flagged or your ads removed, and we appreciate the opportunity to help you resolve this.
To protect our community and ensure a safe marketplace, our security systems automatically flag accounts when session security cannot be verified. This usually happens when automated privacy tools mask your actual location. Because Kijiji relies on accurate location data to display your ads to the right local buyers, masking this information causes our system to default to deleting the ads to prevent potential fraud.
Common Tools That May Cause This Issue:
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) or proxy software
Web browsers with built-in VPNs or extreme privacy modes (e.g., Brave Browser)
Mobile device settings like Apple’s “Private Relay” or private browsing location masks
Ad blockers, strict firewall rules, or pop-up blocking software
“Safe Browsing” features within certain antivirus programs
Outdated web browsers
Steps to Restore Your Access and Post Successfully:
Disable Anonymizing Software: Turn off any active VPNs, proxies, or location-blocking extensions on your device.
Check Auto-Reconnect: Ensure your VPN or privacy software does not have an “auto-reconnect” setting enabled, as this can silently re-engage the mask while you are browsing.
Verify Your Location & Browser: Reset your browser’s location permissions to reflect your actual location and ensure your web browser is updated to the latest version.
Log In Twice: Once your settings are adjusted, please log out and log back into your Kijiji account at least twice. This registers fresh, updated security logs on our system so we can verify the change.
(Easiest Option) Try an Unrestricted Device: If possible, logging in from a device that does not have VPNs or heavy security software installed is often the quickest way to bypass these technical conflicts.
Once you have completed these steps and logged in twice, please reply directly to this message so our team can re-evaluate your account and help restore your access.
Thank you for your cooperation and patience as we work to keep Kijiji secure for everyone!