How to View Messages in Facebook Marketplace

Since its inception in 2015, Facebook Marketplace has become one of Meta’s most lucrative ventures. For businesses, Facebook Marketplace offers a point of contact with billions of potential customers. You can sell in your locality or reach people on the other side of the world.

Using Facebook Marketplace is simple. Upload an image of your item, set a price, and within minutes, people looking for a product like yours will see it. As most people have Messenger on their cellphones or computers, messaging buyers and sellers is easy too. The quickest way to check your Marketplace inbox is via the Messenger app on your computer or cell phone.

This article outlines how to see messages on Facebook Marketplace in addition to providing some clever FB Marketplace business hacks.

What Are Marketplace Messages and How Do You Get the Most From Them?

The Marketplace Messages functionality allows you to communicate directly with buyers or sellers. If you are searching for a product, you can check the listing and ask the seller relevant questions. Conversely, potential buyers can ask you for more information on your listed items.

Using sophisticated algorithms, Facebook groups conversations of similar subjects to make responding to queries easier for business owners. Other features include chatbots which allow you to set up and send automated responses. Combining auto-responses with highly responsive human-to-human customer service is the best way to maximize the benefits of Marketplace messages.

Where Are My Facebook Marketplace Messages?

When you start using Marketplace Messenger, you may find locating related messages tricky. The good news is that you can access Marketplace messages in multiple places, including via Facebook Marketplace or Messenger.

On cell phones and computer devices, you can check your messages through Facebook or Messenger, with the latter offering a more straightforward path.

Let’s look at the location on both.

Accessing Your Marketplace Messages on Facebook via Desktop or Laptop

Here are the steps to checking your inbox on Facebook using your computer:

1. Log into your Facebook on your computer.
   
2. Search for the Marketplace icon on the right edge of your screen and click on it.
   
3. Look for your inbox under the Marketplace main heading.
   
4. Alternatively, click on the Messenger icon on Facebook to find your Marketplace messages.
   

Accessing Your Marketplace Messages on Facebook via Cell Phone

Use the following steps to access your Marketplace inbox via the Facebook app:

1. Go into the app.
   
2. Find the Marketplace icon at the bottom of your screen and tap it.
   
3. Tap your profile icon at the top right of your screen.
   
4. The inbox listing is at the top right below your profile picture.
   

Accessing Your Marketplace Messages on Messenger via Laptop or Desktop

The more direct path to your messages is via Messenger:

1. Log into your Messenger account on your computer.
   
2. Find the Marketplace symbol below the chats icon and click on it.
   
3. View all your Marketplace-related conversations.
   

Accessing Your Marketplace Messages on Messenger via iPhone or Android

Here is the easiest way to access your messages:

1. Open the Messenger app and tap the menu lines in the top left corner.
   
2. Right under Chats, you’ll see the Marketplace icon.
   
3. Tap on it, and you instantly see all your buying and selling-related conversations.
   

Checking Marketplace Messages via Buying and Selling

On a computer, you can also access your Marketplace chats via the “Buying” or “Selling” icons inside Marketplace. You can see them below “Browse All” and “Notifications.” Click on the one relevant to you, and you get straight to your conversations.

What if You Can’t Find Your Marketplace Messages?

Sometimes, Marketplace messages disappear for various reasons. For buyers and sellers, this can be very annoying. For the most part, the issues are likely due to an outdated browser or one that is badly cached. Only in some cases do deeper technical issues stop you from seeing your Marketplace messages.

Start by clearing your cache and deleting temporary files and cookies. Doing so will ensure your browser displays the latest version of the website. If you still can’t see your Marketplace messages, change your browser to see if it makes a difference.

If, after clearing your history and changing your browser, the problem persists, check on social media to see if Meta is experiencing technical issues. You can also get in touch with technical support via Facebook Messenger or Twitter.

Troubleshooting for More Serious Technical Issues

You can take several other steps to tackle the issue before calling software specialists.

Update Your Device and FB and Messenger Apps

Your missing Marketplace messages may not have loaded because you are operating an outdated version of the FB and Messenger apps. It is also possible that your device needs to run the latest software version. Update both and restart your device before trying to access your Marketplace messages again.

Check Your Marketplace Messages on All Your Devices

Next, log into FB Marketplace on all your devices to determine if the issue relates to a particular device. If you can’t check your messages on any of the devices, check your internet connection. If, on the other hand, you can see the messages on your cell phone but not on another device, for instance, you will know that the issue is device-related, and you’ll know to hone in on troubleshooting that device.

Make Sure You Have Enabled Notifications

You can only see notifications and messages if you have enabled them within your Facebook and Messenger settings. Log into FB and Messenger, visit settings, and click or tap “Enable Notifications.”

Delete Facebook and Messenger and Reinstall Them

As a last step, you can delete your FB and Messenger apps and re-download them to see if that will make Marketplace messages visible.

Contact Meta Technical Support

If all the above steps fail to solve the issue, contact Meta Technical Support. Your account may require resetting, or aspects of your settings may need reconfiguring. In any case, they have the experience and know-how to help you see your Marketplace messages.

FAQs

Is it safe to send and receive messages on Facebook Marketplace?

Meta provides end-to-end encryption for Marketplace messages, meaning no one can see the conversations apart from the two parties communicating, not even the staff. When you click on an item, you can send the seller a private message.

For added privacy, visit your Marketplace settings, and tick the “Make Marketplace Private box.”

How do you tell if a scammer messages you on Marketplace?

Several tell-tale signs indicate you’re dealing with a scammer. If you think a deal is too good to be true, you are probably right. Secondly, never take up their suggestion to move your conversation elsewhere off the platform. Thirdly, watch out for anyone refusing a live or online meeting. And finally, never fall for a sob story.

What can I do if I’ve been scammed on Facebook Marketplace?

Meta has a Purchase Protection policy covering the following:

● Unauthorized purchases

● Failure to stick to Facebook’s refund rules

● Damaged or wrong product

● Product not delivered

If you’ve become the victim of a scam, try to communicate with the sellers first to request a refund. If they don’t respond, contact Meta and ask for a refund while notifying them of the scam. You can alert FB by clicking on the seller’s profile and selecting “Report Seller” under “More Options.”

Facebook will ask you for evidence to determine the validity of your case and decide whether to take down the seller’s page.

Remember to check the Purchase Protection policy to ensure your product is covered before buying it.

Can I share personal details on Marketplace?

If you are a private buyer or seller and are arranging to meet in person to complete a transaction, never share personal details like your address or phone number. Instead, decided on a public meeting place and bring a friend along.

Do I disclose product flaws?

Transparency is essential in any sales forum. If you are selling an item that isn’t 100% perfect, be upfront about it, and you’ll save yourself a whole lot of trouble in the long run. If you don’t, you may find your page taken down by Facebook for policy violations.

How do I block someone on Marketplace?

Tap on the profile of the person you want to block, tap block, and confirm.

Why can I not send any messages on Marketplace?

Facebook may temporarily suspend your ability to send messages for various reasons. You may have sent too many messages, or some of your content raised a red flag.

You can lift your ban by removing an item or appealing Meta’s decision via the dedicated form on the platform’s Help Section.

How quickly do I need to respond to messages on Marketplace?

Best customer service practices advise responding as soon as possible. Facebook suggests not waiting for more than two business days. As a buyer, you know how irritating waiting can be, so the sooner, the better.

Making the Most of Marketplace Messages

Marketplace offers businesses a world of opportunities. After reading this article, you know how to access your messages, and it is up to you to deliver outstanding customer service. Approach Marketplace with the same dedication as your website to maximize your reach and credibility. After all, it’s all about building trust so that sellers will look forward to doing business with you.