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Find quick answers about giving, requesting items, and staying safe on GiveThings.

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Getting started

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Nothing. GiveThings is completely free — there is no way to buy, sell, or pay for an item on the platform.

Yes, a mobile number is required when you register. It is kept private and is only shared with the other person once a request has been accepted, so you can arrange a handover.

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Giving items

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Almost anything in usable condition — furniture, clothes, books, electronics, and more. Check our prohibited items list for what is not allowed.

You will see requests from interested members and can accept whichever one makes the most sense — first come is not required.

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Requesting items

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Yes, there is no limit beyond keeping your requests genuine — please cancel a request if you no longer need the item.

You can cancel your request at any time. Requests also expire automatically after a period of inactivity.

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Safety & trust

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No. GiveThings is free-only. Please report the listing or the member immediately — we take this seriously.

Use the "Report" button on the listing, request, message, or member's profile. Our moderation team reviews every report.

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