Pit-os
User guide

How to use Pit-os.com.

Create an account, post an item, list your business, stay safe. The whole site in four short reads.

§ 01

How to create an account

1

Go to the website

Visit pit-os.com.
2

Tap “Sign in”

Look for the green “Sign in” button at the top right and tap it.
3

Switch to “Sign up”

At the bottom of the form, tap “Sign up.”
4

Fill in your info

You need a valid, active email. We send a verification link.
  • Full name — your real name
  • Email — Gmail, Yahoo, anything you actually check
  • Phone — your mobile number
  • Password — at least 6 characters
5

Tap “Create account”

Review what you typed and create the account.
6

Check your email

Critical step — don't skip this. Check your spam folder if you don't see it.
  • Open the email from Pit-os.com
  • Click the verification link
  • Your account is now active
7

You're in

Post items, list your business, or just browse around.
Common issues

I didn’t get the verification email

  • Check spam / junk
  • Make sure your email is typed correctly
  • Wait 5–10 minutes — sometimes it’s slow
  • Try again with a different email if needed

I forgot my password

  • Tap “Forgot your password?” on the sign-in screen
  • Follow the reset instructions in your email
§ 02

How to post an item for sale

1

Sign in

Open pit-os.com and sign in.
2

Go to Buy & Sell

Tap “Buy & Sell” in the top nav.
3

Fill in item details

Title

Be specific.

good:"iPhone 12 — 128GB Blue — Good Condition"

bad:"Phone for sale"

Price

Enter the amount (e.g. ₱15,000)

Category & Condition

Pick the right category. Be honest about condition.

Location

Where in Pit-os? (e.g. "Sitio Tapuko" or "near Barangay Hall")

4

Your contact info

These are already filled in from your profile. Change them per-item if you need to.
5

Write a description

Explain it clearly — why you're selling, any defects, what's included.

Example“Selling my iPhone 12 because I upgraded. Still works perfectly, minor scratches on the back. Includes charger and original box. Battery health at 85%.”
6

Add photos

Good photos = faster sale.
  • Natural lighting is best
  • Clean background
  • Show the actual item — no stock photos
  • Include close-ups of important features
7

Tap “Post item”

Done. Your listing is live.
Managing your listings

See your items: tap the user icon in the header → My Listings.

Mark as sold: open your item → tap “Mark as sold.” It stays visible but greyed out.

§ 03

How to add your business

Free listing for any Pit-os business, service, or side hustle.

1

Go to Directory

Sign in, tap “Directory” in the top nav.
2

Tap “Add a business”

Gold button at the top right of the directory.
3

Fill in business info

  • Name: as your customers know it
  • Category: Sari-sari, Food, Services, Rentals, Transport, Tutoring
  • Description: what you offer, what makes you good
  • Contact & location: phone, address in Pit-os, email (optional)
  • Social: Facebook, Instagram (optional)
  • Hours: when are you open
4

Add photos

Storefront, products, the space — make it look like the actual place.
5

Submit

Review and tap “Add business.” You're in the directory.
Want to be featured?

Featured businesses appear on the homepage. Email shimmersback@gmail.com if you'd like to be considered.

§ 04

Safety tips

Stay safe when meeting strangers from any marketplace.

✓ Buyers — do
  • · Meet in public places
  • · Bring a friend or family member
  • · Inspect the item before paying
  • · Ask questions before meeting
  • · Test electronics if possible
✕ Buyers — don't
  • · Send money before seeing the item
  • · Go to private locations alone
  • · Share bank info
  • · Rush into a deal
  • · Pay full price for damaged items
✓ Sellers — do
  • · Meet in public places, daytime
  • · Bring a friend
  • · Count cash carefully
  • · Be honest about condition
  • · Respond promptly to messages
✕ Sellers — don't
  • · Hand over the item before payment
  • · Accept checks from strangers
  • · Share too much personal info
  • · Meet at home if you're not comfortable
Red flags
  • · Buyer or seller refuses to meet in person
  • · Price seems too good to be true
  • · They ask for money upfront
  • · They pressure you to decide quickly
  • · Poor communication or suspicious behavior
Community
Pit-os.com connects neighbors.

Be respectful and honest. Communicate clearly. Honor your commitments. Report suspicious activity.

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