Question 1

What is Mandiya?

Accepted Answer

Mandiya is an online marketplace in Sri Lanka where people can buy, sell and discover local classified ads.

Question 2

What can I find on Mandiya?

Accepted Answer

You can find vehicles, property, electronics, home items, jobs, services, pets, education items and more.

Question 3

Can I use Mandiya from anywhere in Sri Lanka?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can browse and post ads from different districts and cities across Sri Lanka.

Question 4

Does Mandiya use AI?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mandiya includes AI-powered ad search so you can describe what you're looking for in plain words, AI-assisted support to guide you to the right help, and Mudali — Mandiya's own AI assistant, available as a chat widget and as a dedicated page — to make finding ads and using the site easier.

Question 5

How do I post an ad?

Accepted Answer

Choose the correct category, add a clear title, upload good photos, write accurate details and publish your ad.

Question 6

How do I choose the right category?

Accepted Answer

Select the category and subcategory that best match your item, such as Vehicles for cars, Property for land and Electronics for mobile phones.

Question 7

How can I get better responses?

Accepted Answer

Use real photos, mention the correct price, describe the condition clearly and provide reliable contact details.

Question 8

How do I contact a seller?

Accepted Answer

Open the ad and use the contact details provided by the seller.

Question 9

How can I buy safely?

Accepted Answer

Check the item carefully, compare prices and avoid sending money before confirming the product or seller.

Question 10

What should I check before buying a vehicle or property?

Accepted Answer

Check ownership documents, condition, price, location and all important details before making a decision.

Question 11

Can I search by category?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can browse ads by categories such as Vehicles, Property, Electronics, Home & Living, Jobs and Services.

Question 12

Can I search by location?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You can filter ads by popular locations such as Colombo, Kandy, Gampaha, Galle, Kurunegala and Matara.

Question 13

Why should I use filters?

Accepted Answer

Filters help you find relevant ads faster and narrow results by category, subcategory or location.

Question 14

Do I need an account to post an ad?

Accepted Answer

An account may be required to publish and manage your ads securely.

Question 15

Can I edit or remove my ad?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If you posted an ad from your account, you can manage it from your dashboard.

Question 16

What should I do if I see a suspicious ad?

Accepted Answer

Avoid contacting suspicious sellers and report the ad if a reporting option is available.

Frequently Asked Questions

General

Posting Ads

Buying & Safety

Categories & Locations

Account & Support

Stay safe

Post clearly

Contact directly

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