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Trust & Safety

Trust & Safety

We combine automated checks, human moderation and clear reporting tools to keep UK Junction a place you can trust. Here is how we do it, and what to do if something feels wrong.

How we keep it safe

1
Listing moderation
Listings are checked against our policies before they go fully live, and can be removed or flagged if reported afterwards.
2
Account checks
Every account must confirm its email address before it can be used. This shows that someone controls the address, not who they are, so look at the seller's profile and other listings, and use Report this listing if something looks wrong.
3
Easy reporting
Every listing has a Report option, and we review every report.

Staying safe when meeting up

Most transactions on UK Junction go smoothly, a little care goes a long way.

1
Meet in a public place
Choose somewhere well-lit and busy for the first meeting, a supermarket car park or town centre works well.
2
Keep communication on-platform
Our messaging keeps a record and helps us assist you if something goes wrong. Be cautious of anyone who pushes you to move the conversation elsewhere immediately.
3
Never pay or transfer money before seeing an item
Be wary of requests for upfront deposits, bank transfers to “hold” an item, or unusually urgent pressure to pay.
4
Check the item before you pay
Inspect goods in person where possible before completing payment.
5
Trust your instincts
If a deal feels too good to be true, or a buyer or seller is pressuring you, it's fine to walk away and report the listing.

Prohibited items & conduct

The following are never permitted on UK Junction, alongside anything else illegal under UK law.

  • Weapons, ammunition, or items requiring a licence you cannot provide evidence for
  • Counterfeit or unauthorised replica goods
  • Stolen goods, or items you do not have the right to sell
  • Illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia intended for illegal use, or restricted substances
  • Animals sold in breach of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 or without required licensing
  • Content that is fraudulent, harassing, hateful, or sexually explicit involving minors
  • Attempts to circumvent identity verification, moderation, or payment safeguards
  • Other content or offers that are illegal under UK law

Our regulatory approach

Our regulatory approach. As a platform that hosts user-generated content, UK Junction takes its responsibilities under the Online Safety Act 2023 seriously, including assessing illegal content and helping users report it. We publish this Trust & Safety information alongside our Terms & Conditions and respond to law enforcement requests in accordance with applicable UK law. If you believe content on UK Junction is illegal, report it immediately using the tools above or contact help@ukjunction.com.