How do I list on Trade Me?
Creating listings
- Use keywords in your description (e.g. ‘Mid-century standing lamp’ vs ‘lamp’)
- Photograph your item with natural light and ensuring the background is free of distractions.
- End your auction between 7-10pm, Sunday – Friday.
- Include shipping costs.
- Offer appealing payment options like Ping or Afterpay.
Is it free to list on Trade Me?
In-trade international sellers also have a 0.6% fee charged on the sale price, to cover tax handling….In–trade sellers.
| Success fees – in-trade sellers | |
|---|---|
| Sale price and shipping cost $1 or less | $0 (no success fee) |
How much does it cost to advertise on Trade Me?
Listing fees
| Listing | Duration | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Basic | 7 days | $99 + GST ($113.85 incl. GST) |
| Bronze | 30 days | $199 + GST ($228.85 incl. GST) |
| Silver | 30 days | $299 + GST ($343.85 incl. GST) |
| Gold | 30 days | $499+ GST ($573.85 incl. GST) |
How much does it cost to list an item on Trade Me?
A listing fee of $39 applies for services. Listing durations are 90 days. No other promotional extras are available for services.
How many items can I list on Trade Me?
50 listings
Every seller has a minimum listing allowance of 50 listings. You might receive a larger listing allowance based on your total sales. Your listing allowance can be found on your ‘Sales summary’ page in ‘My Trade Me’.
How long does a listing last on Trade Me?
Listing length
| Marketplace – listing length | |
|---|---|
| General Marketplace | Up to 10 days |
How do ping payments work?
Ping lets you pay or get paid instantly – using credit or debit cards, NZ bank account, or Ping balance. Ping is only available for general Marketplace listings….Auction
- After you’ve won an auction, head to your Won items.
- Select ‘Pay with Ping’ on the listing.
- Enter your card details – or choose a saved payment method.
How do I get money from Ping?
Ping lets you pay or get paid instantly – using credit or debit cards, NZ bank account, or Ping balance….Refunding Ping payments
- Head to ‘My Trade Me’.
- Under ‘My balances’, select ‘Manage Ping’.
- Select the transaction you’d like to refund, then select ‘Refund’.
What percentage does Tradesy take?
Price your item You’ll earn more than 80% of your selling price on most items, while Tradesy keeps a 19.8% commission. Before you publish your listing, you can also review your earnings breakdown with the commission and Safe Transfer Fee already deducted.
What can I list on Trade Me?
Kev’s translation: List only what you can sell or offer, and be upfront and honest. Specific terms: We have a number of listing policies and other specific terms that govern how and what you can list on Trade Me.
Can I use Trade Me listings to advertise my business?
For example, you should use a listing to promote an actual property that is available for rent, and not simply to advertise a property management business. You must not use Trade Me listings to promote a business or website other than one for sale in your listing. If you wish to use Trade Me purely for advertising, check out our Audience service.
Does trade me take part in the actual sale of items?
In providing the Trade Me venue, we don’t participate in the actual sale of Items or the transaction itself. We don’t own any Items listed on our Site and don’t offer them for sale, nor do we act as an agent for either party. We also don’t take part in the actual provision of Member Services.
What are the requirements for listing items on Trade Me marketplace?
For example, a Listing on Trade Me Marketplace must include an honest description of the Item, the terms of sale, payment terms, shipping methods and who bears the cost of shipping. You agree to only list Items that are in your possession, unless we have approved otherwise in writing. Keep it legal: Your Listing must comply with all laws.