Where Lost Loot Finder Searches Today

Direct App Sources

Direct app sources are the marketplaces that can be searched from inside Lost Loot Finder without depending on the browser extension for every search action. These sources are useful when you want repeatable searches that stay tied to the item record and do not require the same manual browsing pattern every time.

• eBay: A high-volume source that is useful for broad keyword coverage and repeatable scanning.
• Craigslist: Useful for local and regional listings where item turnover can be fast and geographic context matters.
• Uncle Henry's: Included for regional coverage where local classified inventory may not appear on larger national marketplaces.

Browser-Captured Sources

Browser-captured sources are best used when the extension is open on a supported marketplace page and you are actively reviewing visible search results. This approach is narrower than a full crawler, but it is often the most reliable way to capture public listing data from marketplaces that change frequently or render content heavily in the browser.

• Etsy: Useful for handmade, custom, vintage, and niche item searches.
• Poshmark: Useful for clothing, accessories, and consumer goods that frequently appear in peer-to-peer resale.
• Mercari: Useful for mixed-category consumer items and fast-turn resale listings.
• Swappa: Useful for phones, tablets, and electronics where condition and model details matter.
• Reverb: Useful for instruments, audio gear, and musician-specific equipment.
• OfferUp, Nextdoor, and Facebook Marketplace: Useful for local listings where proximity and timing are often more important than broad catalog structure.

How to Choose the Right Source Mix

The best source mix depends on the item. A generator, tool set, or bike may benefit more from local marketplaces and regional classified sites. A collectible bag, watch, or custom item may surface first on broader marketplaces with stronger search indexing. Most users should not rely on a single source. The platform is more effective when the item is searched across a mix of high-volume marketplaces and local sources that reflect how stolen goods are actually resold.

Support will continue to evolve, but the standard is straightforward: the source must contribute usable public listing data in a workflow that is stable enough for repeated searches.