Pilot service launching locally

Don't get scammed.
See it before you buy it.

We send a real person to inspect any Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, or any local listing — so you know exactly what you're getting before you spend a dime.

Get a Verification — $20 No account needed · Results in 24–48 hrs · No obligation to buy
Works on any local listing
Real photos & video from the seller
You keep full control of the purchase
How it works

Three steps. Less risk.

From listing to verified in as little as 24–48 hours. You make the final call — always.

01

Send us the listing

Paste the link from Facebook Marketplace, OfferUp, Craigslist, or any local listing. Tell us what you want checked.

Takes 2 minutes
02

We go check it out

A local runner meets the seller in person. They inspect the item, record a walkthrough video, and write a condition summary.

Within 24–48 hrs
03

You decide — no pressure

Review everything we send you. If it looks good, buy directly from the seller. If not, walk away. We don't handle your money.

You're always in control
Why people use CheckLocal

Buy smarter, not bolder.

Local marketplaces are full of great deals — and bad actors. We help you tell the difference.

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Electronics buyers

iPhones, laptops, gaming consoles. One bad buy can cost you hundreds. Our $20 verification protects a $400–$1,200 purchase.

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Scam protection

Fake listings, switched items, broken goods — we catch it before you commit. You only see what's actually there.

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Can't go yourself?

Too far away, too busy, or just not comfortable meeting a stranger — we handle the in-person part so you don't have to.

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Real proof, not promises

You get a video walkthrough, photos from multiple angles, and a written condition report. Not a screenshot. Not a seller's word.

Pricing

One flat fee. No surprises.

Pay once for the verification. You pay the seller directly — we're never in the middle of your money.

$20
flat fee per verification
Early access pricing
In-person item inspection
Walkthrough video
Photos from multiple angles
Written condition summary
Results within 24–48 hrs
No pressure to buy
Not included (by design)
We don't handle payment to the seller
We don't deliver or ship the item
We don't negotiate on your behalf
Transparency

Exactly what we do — and don't.

We believe in radical clarity. No hidden steps, no fine print surprises.

What we do
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Send a real person to the seller's location
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Inspect the item and check it matches the listing
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Record video and take photos you can review
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Write an honest condition report
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Give you everything you need to decide confidently
What we don't do
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Handle your payment to the seller
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Pick up or deliver the item
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Guarantee the seller will complete the sale
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Negotiate price on your behalf
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Provide a refund if you choose not to buy
Peace of mind

Built for real marketplace worries.

These are the exact situations this service is designed for: expensive electronics, far-away listings, and sellers you want a second set of eyes on.

Buying a laptop from a few hours away? Get a walkthrough video before deciding whether the trip or purchase is worth it.

Use case: laptop purchase

Buying a phone? Ask us to check screen condition, power, camera, visible damage, and whether the item matches the listing photos.

Use case: phone purchase

Not comfortable meeting a stranger or too busy to go yourself? We handle the in-person verification and send the proof back to you.

Use case: safety and convenience
Get started

Ready to stop guessing?

Send the listing details below and we’ll contact you shortly.

Your request will be sent securely through Formspree. We’ll use your contact information to follow up about the verification.

Request submitted. Thank you — we’ll contact you shortly.

No account required · Verification only · Buyer pays seller directly