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Buyers, partners, couriers: the important questions are sorted by profile. Each answer opens with a tap.
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General

Answers common to every profile: how it works, security, your account and personal data.

What exactly is Sanifers?
Sanifers is a mobile marketplace to buy and sell new or pre-loved clothes, shoes and accessories. Payment is secured by an escrow system: the money stays held until delivery is confirmed.
Is Sanifers free to download?
Yes. Downloading and creating an account are free, both on the main app and on Sanifers Drive.
Where is Sanifers available?
The app can be downloaded from the App Store and Google Play. Delivery depends on the area covered by the couriers available near you.
How does Sanifers protect my money?
Through escrow. The money paid by the buyer is held in a holding account and only released to the seller once delivery is confirmed or the inspection period has ended.
Does Sanifers comply with the law?
The platform is designed to respect the legal framework that applies to it, including the rules on e-commerce and personal data protection. The details are in the terms and the privacy policy.
What should I do if I suspect a scam or a fraudulent account?
Report the profile, item or conversation right away from the app, or contact support with as many useful details as possible.
Can I have a buyer or seller account and a courier account with the same number?
Yes. The main app and Sanifers Drive are separate. The same number can be used on both, but the accounts stay independent.
How do I permanently delete my account?
The deletion option in your settings starts the process. It can only complete if no transaction is still in progress: a payment in escrow, a delivery on its way or an open dispute must be settled first.
Is my personal data sold to third parties?
No. Data is used to run the platform: transactions, security, delivery and support. It is never sold.
Does the app work on a weak connection?
Yes. Sanifers is built for local conditions: lightweight browsing, progressive loading and usable even on a limited mobile connection.
I found a bug, how do I report it?
Contact support from the app and describe the problem precisely. A screenshot, your phone model and the steps that reproduce the bug help us fix it faster.

Buyers

Account, orders, payment, delivery, favourites, reviews and support for buyers.

Can I have several accounts with the same phone number?
No. A phone number is linked to a single account. If you reuse a number that is already registered, the system signs you back into the existing account instead of creating a new one.
What if I lose access to my phone number?
Contact support from the sign-in screen. An agent will help you secure your account and restore access.
Can I sign in with Google and by phone at the same time?
Each account is linked to one sign-in method. To find your account, always use the same method you signed up with.
Why was my account suspended?
A suspension follows a breach of the terms of use: fraud, abusive behaviour or an attempt to bypass the secure payment. Support can tell you the reason and how to appeal.
Can I cancel my order after paying?
Until the seller has confirmed the sale, direct cancellation isn’t always available. If the seller doesn’t respond in time, the order is cancelled automatically and you are refunded.
Can I negotiate the price of any item?
Yes, if the item is available and not reserved. Your offer must stay within the limits set by the app: an offer that is too low is declined automatically.
What happens if two buyers negotiate the same item at the same time?
The seller can receive several offers. The item goes to the first buyer who actually completes payment; the other attempts are then released with a clear explanation.
Can I buy several items in a single order?
Each order has its own payment, escrow and delivery cycle. If you want several pieces, place separate orders.
Can I cancel an offer I sent?
A sent offer stays visible until the seller replies, it expires or you send a new offer, depending on the flow in the app.
How do I know my money is safe?
In “My orders”, the status shows where your money is: pending, in escrow, frozen for a dispute or released to the seller.
What if my Mobile Money payment fails several times?
The item stays reserved for a short time on each attempt. Check your balance, your PIN and the status of your Mobile Money account. If the problem persists, contact your operator.
Can I pay cash on delivery?
No. Payment is made in the app before shipping. That is what makes escrow possible and protects your purchase.
Is the buyer protection fee refundable?
If the order is cancelled before shipping or the payment fails for good, the amount due is returned according to the rules shown in the app.
What if I’m not home when the delivery arrives?
The courier tries again according to the delivery rules. If you remain unreachable, the parcel may go back to the seller and the transport costs may remain payable by you.
Can I change my delivery address after ordering?
Once the order is confirmed, the address is fixed for that order. Always check it before paying.
What if my parcel is visibly damaged on arrival?
Don’t confirm “Everything is fine”. Open a report with photos so the case can be handled properly.
How long do I have to report a problem after delivery?
You have a short window after the handover. Once it has passed without a claim, the order can close and the money can be released to the seller.
Can a seller see that I added them to favourites or follow them?
No. Sellers see overall counts, not the identity of the people who follow their shop or save their items.
What happens if a seller I follow deletes their account?
Their shop and items disappear from your lists on the next refresh. Nothing needs to be changed on your side.
Can I edit my review after posting it?
No. A posted review is final, as is any reply from the seller. Take time to reread it before confirming.
Do I have to leave a review after each purchase?
No. Reviews are encouraged but never required. If you don’t respond to the request, it simply expires.
What if I didn’t receive my OTP code?
Wait for the countdown to finish, then request a new code or use the call option if it is offered. If nothing works, contact support.
Does the verified badge really mean anything?
Yes. It shows that a profile has been checked, which reassures other users and makes exchanges smoother.
How do I contact support about something this guide doesn’t cover?
The fastest way is the in-app help. For a dispute that is already open, follow its progress in the order concerned.
Is my personal data protected?
Yes. Your real name, phone number and email are never shown publicly. Sanifers only uses this information for what the platform needs.

Partners

Shop, listings, negotiation, payment, shipping, disputes and reviews.

Can I have a shop without also being a buyer?
No. The same account lets you buy and sell. There is no separate seller sign-up.
Do I have to pay to post a listing?
No. Posting listings is free. Fees may apply at the time of a sale or for options you choose yourself.
Can I change my shop name after creating it?
Yes, from your settings, as long as the new name follows the platform rules: no insults, no impersonation of a brand and no reserved terms.
Can I refuse all negotiation on an item?
You can decline any offer you receive. Negotiation is, however, part of how Sanifers works and stays framed by automatic limits.
What happens if I never reply to offers?
The offer expires on its own with no automatic penalty. Replying quickly does improve your chances of selling.
Can I sell several units of the same item in one listing?
Yes, with variants and stock. Each size or colour can have its own counter.
When exactly do I get paid?
You get paid when the buyer confirms receipt, when the inspection period ends without a claim, or when a dispute is settled in your favour.
Is the commission taken before or after my sale?
The fee breakdown is shown during checkout. In your dashboard, you then find the amount of each sale and the amount paid out to you.
Can I know in advance the net amount I will receive?
Yes. The breakdown of the transaction is shown on the dedicated screens: price, any fees and the amount paid out.
What if the courier doesn’t come at the expected time?
Contact support from your seller space. A carrier delay should never be mistaken for a refusal on your part.
Can I choose my own courier?
No. Sanifers relies on its network of partner couriers to guarantee the tracking and security of every parcel.
What if a courier loses a parcel?
Sanifers handles the case. The seller doesn’t have to pursue the courier or carrier on their own.
Can I refuse to take an item back in a dispute?
If the team settles the dispute in the buyer’s favour, taking the product back is part of the decision and must be followed.
Can I reply to a negative review?
Yes, when the flow allows it. Your reply must stay factual, respectful and related to the order concerned.
Does a rejected dispute affect my rating?
No. Only a dispute upheld against you can affect your reputation. A rejected dispute doesn’t penalise your account.
What if I think my account has been hacked?
Contact support immediately, change your sensitive credentials and check your Mobile Money withdrawal details.
Can I have several shops on one account?
No. One account is one shop. If you run several businesses, group them under a single trading name.
How do I contact support about a seller issue this guide doesn’t cover?
Use the in-app help. For a dispute that is already open, follow the case directly in your seller space.

Couriers

Sign-up, jobs, routes, incidents, safety and earnings in Sanifers Drive.

Can I create a courier account without a partner company?
Yes. Sign-up is open to individual couriers. Download Sanifers Drive, create your account and complete your profile.
I work for a transport company with several colleagues, how does it work?
Each courier creates their own account in their name, with their own number. There is no single shared account for a whole fleet.
Do I have to pay anything to use the courier app?
No. Downloading, signing up and accessing available jobs are free.
Can I choose exactly which jobs I receive?
Yes. Sanifers Drive lets you see the available jobs and choose the ones you want to take, according to the rules shown in the app.
What if my motorbike breaks down in the middle of a job?
Report the problem right away from the app instead of leaving the job without a response. The order can then be reassigned.
Can I carry parcels from different sellers at the same time?
Yes, when the app shows that grouping is possible. Plan your route without compromising delivery times or the safety of the parcels.
What if the buyer isn’t the person collecting the parcel?
The parcel can be handed to someone at the given address if they can provide the confirmation code received by the buyer.
Am I responsible if the parcel is damaged before I even collect it?
Your responsibility starts at pickup. If a defect is already visible, report it and take a photo before leaving.
What if I feel unsafe during a job?
Your safety comes before the job. Use the alert or contact support so the delivery can be handled another way.
When exactly can I withdraw my earnings?
Once the order is final: buyer confirmation, end of the inspection period or a favourable decision.
Can I track my earnings in real time?
Yes. Pending and available balances update in the Payments tab of the courier app.

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