Nearby Pin: local discovery without exact address exposure

Why location context matters

Local buyers care about distance. A great deal across town may not be practical, while a nearby listing can move quickly.

Nearby Pin gives useful proximity context without turning the seller’s exact address into public listing data.

What sellers should share publicly

Sellers should share enough location context for buyers to decide whether the item is practical to pick up. On iOXad that is your city and a Nearby Pin badge, which is usually enough before commitment.

Your exact pickup address stays private and goes only to the one buyer you commit to.

How Nearby Pin supports confidence

Each ad shows how many miles away it is, shaded Nearby, Within, or Beyond based on the distance the buyer sets. A buyer can quickly understand whether a listing fits their route, while the seller keeps privacy control. This reduces unnecessary messages and helps serious buyers move faster.

Use location with Deal Clock

Location context works best when paired with clear timing. If a buyer knows the item is nearby and understands the next response window, the deal has a better chance of closing.

Quick checklist

• Type your pickup address once in My Hub
• Avoid posting your exact address publicly
• Exact pickup goes only to the buyer you commit to
• Use chat to confirm timing
• Set your Nearby distance to fit your area

Common questions

Does Nearby Pin show my exact address?

Nearby Pin is designed to provide general location context while keeping exact pickup details private until the seller chooses to share them.

Why do buyers need nearby context?

Distance affects whether a local deal is practical, so nearby context helps buyers decide faster.