How do I get a verified badge?

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A verified badge shows other users that you’ve completed the ID verification required by carsales to pay or get paid through carsales. At carsales, verifying your identity information helps reduce the risk of fraud and creates a safer, more secure environment1.

Buyers

Buyers can get a verified badge after making an offer on a car.

How it works:

  1. Find a car listed by a private seller, that you’re interested in.

  2. Send an offer to the seller.

  3. When prompted, complete the ID verification process by providing a valid identification document. Verification usually takes less than 5 minutes.

  4. Once verified, your badge will appear on your offer profile and be visible to sellers.

 

carsales takes your privacy seriously and only uses your information in line with our Privacy Policy.

 

1ID verification confirms that the user’s identity document information matches official records, but carsales cannot guarantee that the user matches the information they present. Users should confirm the other party’s identity in person prior to releasing funds. Learn more.


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