How Lost.ie Works

Our community-driven platform has helped reunite over 30,000 lost items with their owners since 2007. Here's how we make it happen.

Lost something? Here's what to do:

1

Create a detailed listing

Post your lost item with as much detail as possible. Include photos if you have them, the location where you lost it, and any distinguishing features. The more information you provide, the better chance someone can identify your item.

  • • Add multiple photos from different angles
  • • Include the exact location and time you lost it
  • • Mention any unique markings, scratches, or characteristics
  • • Choose the most accurate category
2

Our community searches for you

Your listing becomes visible to our 400,000+ users across Ireland. People who find items regularly check our database to see if someone is looking for what they found. We also send automated matches when similar items are posted.

Pro tip: Consider promoting your listing for higher visibility if it's a valuable or sentimental item.

3

Connect and arrange pickup

When someone contacts you about your item, use our secure messaging system to verify it's yours and arrange a safe meetup. Always meet in public places and bring a friend if possible.

Found something? Here's how to help:

1

Search our database first

Before posting, search our existing listings to see if someone is already looking for the item you found. Use keywords related to the item type, brand, color, and location.

2

Post what you found

If no one is looking for it yet, create a "found" listing. Include photos but withhold one key detail that only the true owner would know (like the contents of a wallet or a specific engraving).

Privacy tip: For items like phones or wallets, don't photograph personal details like ID cards or phone contacts.

3

Verify and return safely

When someone claims the item, ask them to describe the missing detail you didn't include in your post. Arrange to meet in a safe, public location to return the item.

Safety Guidelines

Meeting Safety

  • • Always meet in busy, public places
  • • Bring a friend when possible
  • • Meet during daytime hours
  • • Trust your instincts

Online Safety

  • • Use our messaging system, not personal contact details
  • • Don't share personal information in listings
  • • Report suspicious behavior to our team
  • • Never send money or pay fees

Join Our Success Stories

Over 30,000 items have been successfully reunited with their owners through our platform. Your lost item could be the next success story!