markto.ch Community Guidelines – What Is Allowed and Prohibited
markto.ch (marketplace also known as markt.ch) provides a platform for individuals to buy, sell, and exchange goods and services. To keep the marketplace safe, fair, and legally compliant for all users, the platform enforces clear guidelines about what is permitted and what is not. These rules help protect users, prevent misuse, and ensure listings remain trustworthy. (markt.de)
Allowed Content and Behavior
- Users over 18 years old can create accounts and post listings. (markt.de)
- Listings must describe actual goods or services with accurate, truthful information and relevant images. (markt.de)
- Products and services should be listed in the correct category and location. (markt.de)
- Personal data exchanged through the platform should be used only to complete the specific transaction and handled confidentially. (markt.de)
- Users must provide accurate contact details and truthful personal information. (markt.de)
Prohibited Items and Content
Certain categories of items and behavior are strictly forbidden due to legal requirements and safety concerns: (markt.de)
- Stolen, counterfeit, or unauthorized goods. (markt.de)
- Illegal drugs, controlled substances, and restricted chemicals. (markt.de)
- Weapons and ammunition, including firearms and similar items. (markt.de)
- Official government documents, permits, or security‑sensitive credentials. (markt.de)
- Items associated with extremist groups or harmful ideologies. (markt.de)
- Protected wildlife, certain plant species, and related products without legal documentation. (markt.de)
Content Rules Across Categories
- Listings must not advertise offers that encourage contact outside the platform’s messaging without proper options or permissions. (markt.de)
- Duplicate listings of the same item in different categories or regions are not allowed. (markt.de)
- In textual and visual descriptions, AI‑generated content must be clearly marked if applicable. (markt.de)
Category‑Specific Restrictions
- In contact and personal ads: listings involving minors, sexual content, or direct personal contact addresses or contact details in the description are prohibited. (markt.de)
- In animal listings: animals must meet legal and ethical requirements; certain breeds, very young animals, or those without proper documentation are not permitted. (markt.de)
- In job ads: required employer information (company name, address) must be present; work‑from‑home scams or pyramid structures are forbidden. (markt.de)
User Responsibilities
Users must comply with applicable laws, treat others with respect, and avoid content that violates social norms or legal norms. markto.ch may remove content, restrict access, or suspend accounts that violate guidelines or local regulations. (markt.de)
These community guidelines aim to preserve a safe, reliable, and legally compliant marketplace where users can confidently engage in buying and selling activities. (markt.de)