Today, people look for services everywhere: some post in Facebook groups, others search on OLX, others read forums or Telegram chats. At first glance, it seems convenient: you publish a request, get a dozen contacts — and it looks like you have a choice. But behind the promises may hide not only amateurs, but also fraudsters.
This is why SpeedyBook was created — a platform that makes the service market transparent and safe. Here the client knows they are dealing with a real professional, not a random person from the comments.
What problems can you face in social networks and classifieds?
1. No verification of providers
Anyone can create an account and offer a service. On Facebook it may be a beginner with no experience, on OLX — someone who has never done such work before. Sometimes there are even outright scammers who take an advance payment and disappear.
2. Fake recommendations
You post in a group: “Recommend me a handyman for repairs.” Instantly, dozens of “suggestions” appear, but many of them are just friends of the provider creating a fake impression of popularity. Worse, some comments are left by fake accounts made by the provider themselves.
3. Outdated contacts
On OLX and forums, ads can remain online for years. You call the number — it no longer works. Or the provider has long since changed their activity, but the profile remains. The result — wasted time and unnecessary stress.
4. Hidden and changing prices
On social networks and classifieds, minimum “attractive” prices are often posted. But once you start negotiating, the real cost turns out to be two or three times higher. And if the work has already started, it’s hard to refuse.
5. No control or support
If you are deceived or let down, there’s no one to complain to. At best — you leave a comment, which can easily be deleted. There is no client protection system in such places.
Why is SpeedyBook safer:
1. Manual verification of every profile
In SpeedyBook, providers do not appear randomly. First, they register and publish their listing. Then our team manually checks the data: contacts, description of the service, correctness of information. Only after that the profile becomes available to clients.
We’ve learned to pay attention even to details that clients might not notice. For example, we once had a case with a manicurist: to attract customers, she used other people’s photos of beautiful nail designs. But in reality, her services were completely different. After this case, our moderators started checking images through Google Images to eliminate fakes.
Another case was a sewer cleaning provider. Instead of coming himself, he sent his son, who failed to complete the job but still demanded payment “for the time spent.” We consider this behavior unacceptable, and the listing was removed.
This is why verification is not a formality, but real client protection from fraud.
2. Genuine reviews
On SpeedyBook, only real clients can leave reviews after the service is provided. Suspicious feedback is manually checked, and fake ones are removed. This is why even a small number of reviews reflect the real picture.
3. Up-to-date information
We ensure profiles stay “alive”: contacts work, services are current. Providers regularly update their data, and we additionally monitor listings.
4. Transparent prices and descriptions
SpeedyBook motivates providers to post real conditions. Clients immediately see what is included in the service and at what price. This reduces the risk of unpleasant surprises when “what was promised” and “what was delivered” don’t match.
5. Client support
If a problem arises, you are not left alone. You can contact the SpeedyBook team, and we will help resolve the situation.
SpeedyBook vs. the “wild market”
Here’s how searching for a provider looks in different places:
- Facebook groups / forums: many comments, but unclear who is a real professional.
- OLX and classifieds: hundreds of offers, but contacts are outdated, and some ads are just bait.
- Google reviews: lots of comments, but nobody checks them. Among them are often fake praises or “black PR” from competitors.
- SpeedyBook: less noise, but every profile is verified, reviews are real, and the client knows they are dealing with a genuine provider.
How clients can get the most from SpeedyBook
1. Use filters — they help you quickly narrow down options.
2. Read reviews — even if there are few, they are genuine.
3. Check the description and photos — this shows the provider’s approach.
4. Don’t be afraid to compare — on SpeedyBook you can easily open several profiles and choose the best.
5. If in doubt — contact support, and we will help.
Social networks and classifieds are convenient for communication, but they are not designed for safe service searches. There are too many fakes, outdated contacts, and dishonest offers.
SpeedyBook makes the market clear and fair: we manually verify every provider, remove fraudulent or suspicious listings, collect genuine reviews, and support clients. That’s why searching here is not a lottery, but a calm and transparent process.