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Getting started

Do I need an account to browse listings?
No — browsing and searching listings is open to everyone. You only need to log in to post an ad, favourite a listing, or message a seller.
How do I create an account?
Click Login and choose either Phone OTP(we'll text you a one-time code) or Continue with Google. There's no separate signup step — logging in the first time creates your account.

Posting an ad

How do I post a free ad?
Click + Post free ad, pick a category, then a transaction type (buy/sell/rent/lease, where applicable), fill in the details, review, and post. It's free.
What can I list?
Houses, apartments, PG/hostel accommodation, storage space, coworking desks, and furniture — each with its own set of relevant fields (bedrooms, sharing type, seat type, and so on).
How long does my ad stay live?
Ads run for 30 days by default. You can also mark a listing Sold/Rented, or deactivate it early, from My listings.
Can I edit my ad after posting it?
Yes. Open My listings and click Edit on any listing to change the price, title, specs, category details, or status.
I typed a locality but it's not in the suggestions — what happens?
If it's a genuinely new area we don't have on file yet, it gets added automatically once you post — you don't need it to already exist.

Buying & renting

How do I contact a seller or owner?
Open the listing and use "Contact owner" to start a message, or "Call" if a phone number is available. You'll need to be logged in to do either.
Can I save a listing to look at later?
Yes — tap the ♡ on any listing card to favourite it (requires login), then view everything you've saved under Favourites.
Does Bhavano verify listings or sellers?
No — Bhavano is a marketplace that connects buyers and sellers directly; we don't verify ownership, condition, or legal title of anything listed. Always verify documents and inspect a property or item in person before paying anyone. See our Terms of Service.

Account & profile

How do I update my name or city?
Go to your profile page. We can auto-detect your city from your browser's location, but it's only ever a suggestion to review — it's never saved without you clicking Save.
Where can I see everything I've posted?
My listings — it shows every ad you've posted, its status (active/sold/rented/deactivated), and view/favourite counts.
How do I log out?
Click your name in the top-right corner and choose Logout.

Trust & safety

How do I report a listing or a user?
Contact us with a link to the listing (or its title and city) and what's wrong — we'll take a look.
What data does Bhavano collect about me?
See our Privacy Policy for the full details — in short, your account info, anything you post, and your favourites/messages/views.

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