Safety Tips

Choose a busy, well-lit public spot for every handoff. The app suggests nearby safe meetup locations such as police station exchange zones, grocery store lots and library entrances. Daylight hours are best.

Use the share feature to send a friend your meetup location and time, and check in when you arrive and when you leave. Bring someone with you when you can.

Message through Gig Local Radar until you are comfortable. In-app messages let us step in if something goes wrong. Be careful with anyone who immediately pushes you to move to another app.

We automatically strip hidden GPS location data from every photo you upload, and we warn you before publishing a caption that contains a phone number, email or home address. Do not post your home address publicly.

Be cautious of overpayment offers, requests to ship an item before payment clears, gift card payments, and anyone refusing to meet in person. If a deal feels rushed or too good to be true, walk away.

Home-based food may be prepared in a kitchen that is not health-department inspected and may contain allergens. Ask the seller about ingredients, preparation and storage before you buy.

Every post, listing and profile has a report option. Content flagged by several people is automatically hidden while it is reviewed. You can also block any user.

If you feel unsafe or threatened, leave and call 911. Then email support@giglocalradar.com so we can take action on the account. We reply within 24 to 48 hours.