Craigslist
craigslist.orgLocal classifieds and forums for jobs, housing, for sale, services, and events
Ecommerce & Marketplacesclassifiedslocal-listingsjobshousingfor-salecommunitymarketplace
About
Craigslist is a longstanding online classifieds platform that connects people locally for buying, selling, renting, and finding jobs. It offers a wide range of categories including housing, employment, goods for sale, community events, and discussion forums. The platform operates in cities and regions across the United States and internationally.
Problem
People need a simple, free way to connect locally for transactions, housing, jobs, and community activities without complex intermediaries.
For
General consumers and local community members looking to buy, sell, rent, or find work
How it works
Users post and browse listings organized by category and geographic location, contacting each other directly to arrange transactions or interactions.
Business model
free
Status
launched
Company
craigslist, Inc.
Launched
1995
Founders
- Craig Newmarksite