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Every trade on BarterEase happens between two verified people. Here's what's built in to keep it that way.
ID-verified traders
Accounts are verified before trading, so you’re not negotiating with an anonymous profile or a throwaway account.
Meet in public
We recommend a public place for every in-person exchange — never share your address to arrange a first trade.
QR handshake confirmation
Both sides confirm the exchange with a QR handshake at handoff, so a trade is only logged once both people agree it happened.
Ratings & disputes
Every trade can be rated, and our dispute tools are there if something doesn’t go as agreed — a pattern of problems shows up on a trader’s profile.
Still nervous?
That's fair.
What if someone doesn’t show up to a trade?
You can report it from the trade screen. No-shows affect a trader’s rating, and repeated no-shows are reviewed.
Is my ID shared with the other trader?
No. Verification happens on your account directly — other traders see your profile and rating, not your ID documents.
What if an item isn’t as described?
Rate the trade honestly and use the in-app reporting tools. That feedback is visible on the trader’s profile for future trades.
What can’t I trade?
Anything illegal, weapons, medications, or live animals are not allowed. Flagged listings are reviewed.