Safety Guidelines

Your safety is our top priority. The USC Student Marketplace is built with student verification, trusted signals, and protective design features that make buying, selling, and trading safer and more transparent for everyone.

Built-In Safety Features

USC Email Verification

Only @usc.edu accounts can join — ensuring all buyers and sellers are real USC students.

Recommended Meetup Locations

The platform highlights well-lit, high-traffic campus spots like USC Village, Leavey, and Commons areas for safe exchanges.

Safety-Forward Algorithm

Listings with clear photos, honest descriptions, and verified profiles are boosted, promoting trustworthy interactions.

Trojan Safety Tips

Meet in public, well-lit campus locations.
Bring a friend when picking up large items.
Inspect the item before finalizing the exchange.
Keep communication inside the platform.
If anything feels uncomfortable, leave immediately.