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Payment options
So you’ve found something you like and now you want to place a bid or buy it. It’s a good idea to do some research first to make sure you can pay the way that suits you.
Questions about making payments
- What payment options does the seller offer?
The seller will have specified at least one payment method that they will accept. Payment methods are listed on the item’s details page under Payment & Delivery. - Which payment option can I select?
Sellers often provide several payment options, so you can select the one that’s most convenient for you. - What are safe ways to pay?
You may find that an online payment method such as Paymate or PayPal is offered. These allow you to make online payments securely and easily and speed up the transaction process. Read safe payment methods for further details.
Payment options for Buy Now or Auction items
PayPal |
A secure online payment service that allows you to purchase directly and safely from Trading Post. PayPal allows you to make payments by credit card or direct from your bank account safely and swiftly – no need for you to disclose your bank or credit card details to the seller. It doesn’t take long to sign up and once you're a member it’s easy to track your online transactions. Read more about PayPal or go to their website to sign up for PayPal now. |
Paymate |
A secure and reliable online payment service allowing you to pay by credit card or direct from your bank account online. Paymate allows you to make payments online without exchanging your account or credit card details with the seller. Payments made for Trading Post purchases attract no Paymate fee with an Australian credit card and you don’t need to sign-up with Paymate to make a payment. To receive this special offer, you must access Paymate using a link on tradingpost.com.au (e.g. on the ad from which you are making a purchase). Read more about Paymate and the Trading Post® offer. |
Bank deposit |
Deposit the purchase amount directly into the seller’s account. Simply ask the seller for their account details once your contact details have been exchanged through tradingpost.com.au. |
Cash on pick up/delivery |
Pay for the item once you receive it. Cash on Delivery payments can be made by:
Australia Post™ offers a Cash on Delivery service for a fee. Visit www.australiapost.com.au for details. |
Bank cheque or money order |
Bank cheques are available from banks and money orders are available from post offices. A small free is charged for each. Have the cheque or money order made out in the seller’s name for the purchase amount. |
Personal cheque |
For buyers with access to a chequebook. This is a convenient method of payment, but could delay the process because the seller needs to wait for your cheque to arrive and clear before they can deliver the item. |
Escrow service |
A third party that:
When the escrow service is satisfied that the transaction is genuine, they release payment to the seller and the goods to you. |
Western Union or Money Gram |
Trading Post explicitly bans sellers from offering money transfer services as a payment option. Avoid using these services for any online purchasing. |
Other methods |
A seller may use Other instructions to specify extra details about a payment method or their payment terms. |
