2. every month craigslist 1
more than 25 million new classified ads
more than 1.5 million job postings
more than 75 million user postings in the
forums section
3. every month craigslist 2
more than 10 million new photos uploaded (users
can include pictures in their advertisements as
long as the photos don't violate craigslist's terms
of use)
more than 30 million user visits, most of which are
from the United States
more than 8 billion page views, putting craigslist in
the top 10 English-language sites
4. The reason for the site's
success 1
The team believes that craigslist gives
users a place to communicate and help
one another, fostering community spirit.
The site's emphasis on community reflects
its founder's and CEO's values -- Craig
Newmark and Jim Buckmaster try to avoid
commercialism and corporate culture in
their company
5. The reason for the site's
success 2
Craigslist communities appeal to a
broad range of users. The simple,
organized layout and helpful
search engine makes navigation easy.
Craigslist members range from
teenagers to senior citizens. They post
on the forums, shop online, trade tips
and make new friends.
6. The reason for the site's
success 3
While the site itself may not be the
most visually interesting Internet
destination, there's no denying its
effectiveness. Users often report
that it's easy to find what they are
searching for within a few minutes
of logging on to the site.
