Facebook Marketplace buying blocked but selling still works
The account can list items but cannot message sellers or make Marketplace purchase requests. Seller messages fail with a generic unavailable message. My own listings still get views.
Current outcome
Still Having Issues
Latest update
May 12, 2026
Issue state
Appears ongoing
Case timeline
Original issue, 3 approved replies, and 1 original poster updates
@buyer_blocked
Original posterMay 12, 2026The account can list items but cannot message sellers or make Marketplace purchase requests.
Seller messages fail with a generic unavailable message. My own listings still get views.
@appeal_helper
Community memberMay 12, 2026Mention whether buyer messages, saved listings, shipping checkout, or local pickup messages fail.
@buyer_blocked
Community memberShared follow-up updatesFollow-up updateMay 12, 2026Saved listings work. Only contacting sellers is blocked.
@mod_jay
Community memberHelpful recovery stepsMay 12, 2026For this Facebook marketplace restrictions report, update the thread with the current review status and avoid posting private codes or full document details.
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