Why post here instead of the giants?

The incumbent’s published pricing and documented behavior — against what you get here.

Thinking of Kijiji?
KIJIJISince March 13, 2024, every Services post carries a paid insertion fee; Jobs, Vehicles and Real Estate bill per 31-day listing period.
HEREOne flat price, shown in full before you publish. Personal posts are free.
KIJIJIPay, sink under newer listings, pay again to bump. After 31 days you own nothing.
HEREYour post stays live its full stated period, and your receipt never disappears.
KIJIJIThree owners in five years — eBay, then Adevinta ($9.2B, 2021), now private equity. Each change has meant more fees.
HEREPrices are set by the site owner and printed on the page. No outside owner to serve.
KIJIJIAnyone can post from a throwaway username — no identity check, so scams and spam are routine.
HEREA first-time personal poster pays a one-time confirmation — it proves a real, serious person is behind the post and keeps scams and spam out. Membership itself is free, and personal posting stays free.