1. Introduction to How Craigslist
Works
Craigslist users act like the site's watchdogs by
monitoring the content that gets posted.
All transactions are between the person who posted
the ad and the person responding to it. Craigslist's
employees don't get involved in any transactions or
discussions unless someone reports a problem.
2. The Craigslist Network
The executive team at craigslist maintains that the
reason for the site's success is the user
community. Craigslist members range from
teenagers to senior citizens. They post on the
forums, shop online, trade tips and make new
friends.
3. Craigslist Financials
Newmark and Buckmaster strive to keep
craigslist a service-based company focused
on online communities.
The site generates enough revenue to
support its entire staff of 25 people.
4. Craigslist Controversy
The terms of use on craigslist make it clear that the site has
nothing to do with the content users post, that it will work with
authorities in cases involving illegal activity and that violating
the site's terms can result in stiff fines. One scam that has
popped up in several craigslist communities involves a buyer
overpaying for an item.
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Apart from paid classifieds in the aforementioned
cities, craigslist features no advertising at all. It
doesn't sell advertising space for banner ads,
pop-up ads or any other kind of web advertising.
Some craigslist members use the site to take
advantage of other people.
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