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How to Set Up Keyword Alerts on a Local Marketplace App

Tap through each step to get notified the moment the item you want gets listed.

  1. Search for the item you want

    Type the item you're looking for into the marketplace app's search bar.

  2. Get notified when a new match appears

    When a listing matching your saved search appears nearby, you'll get a push notification, often before it even shows up if you just browse the category.

  3. Manage or delete your saved alerts

    Saved searches are usually collected in one place in your account settings, where you can review and delete ones you no longer need.

  4. Why this is useful

    Popular, well-priced listings can get scooped up within minutes of being posted, so a keyword alert lets you find out the instant a match appears instead of having to search manually over and over.

Good listings disappear fast

A well-priced item in good condition can sell within minutes of being listed. Setting up a keyword alert in advance means you get pinged the moment a match appears, instead of relying on catching it during a random check of the app.

Alerts are usually limited to your area

Saved-search notifications are generally tied to the location or radius you've set in the app, so widening your search area in the app's location settings is usually the way to catch listings from a wider range if you're not seeing enough matches.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a limit to how many keyword alerts I can save?

This varies by app and can change with updates, so it's worth checking the saved-searches screen directly to confirm how many you're currently allowed.

Can I get alerts for listings outside my immediate area?

Most apps tie alerts to a location radius you can adjust in settings β€” widening that radius will surface matching listings from a broader area.