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How HandOffMeet Works

Your complete guide to safe marketplace transactions

For Buyers

1

Create Account & Verify

Sign up and complete identity verification by uploading a photo. This builds trust with other users.

2

Create or Accept Transaction

Enter seller details, item description, price, and propose a public meetup location and time.

3

Authorize Payment

Your payment is securely held by Stripe. Funds are NOT charged until the transaction completes.

4

Meet Safely

Go to the agreed location. Use the one-time passcode to verify you're meeting the right person.

5

Confirm & Complete

Inspect the item, confirm satisfaction, and complete the transaction. Payment releases to seller.

For Sellers

1

Verify & Setup Payouts

Complete identity verification and connect your bank account via Stripe Connect to receive payments.

2

Review Transaction Request

When a buyer creates a transaction, review the details and approve or reject within 24 hours.

3

Wait for Payment Authorization

Once approved, the buyer authorizes payment. You'll be notified when funds are secured.

4

Meet & Verify

Go to the meetup location. Verify the buyer using the one-time passcode before showing the item.

5

Complete & Get Paid

After both confirm completion, there's a 10-minute safety hold to prevent fraud. Then funds automatically transfer to your account within 2-3 business days.

Safety Features

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Identity Verification

All users can verify their identity with government ID

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Secure Payment Hold

Funds held until transaction completion

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10-Minute Safety Hold

Funds held for 10 minutes after completion to prevent "dash-and-grab" fraud

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One-Time Passcode

Verify you're meeting the right person

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Location Check-in

Confirm arrival at meetup location

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Panic Button

Emergency alert and transaction freeze

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In-App Messaging

Communicate without sharing personal info

Ready to Trade Safely?

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