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Help: Buying and selling safely

Trading online can be as safe as it is fun. We do what we can to protect you, but there are a heap of really simple things you can do yourself. And the bonus is that a lot of these things also make you a more sought after trader ;)

What can I do to trade safely?

Here are some things to get you started.

  1. Research the item and the seller

    Make sure you are confident about what you’re buying and who you’re buying from before committing to the purchase. Take a look at our Learn more

  2. Use safer payment methods

    Safer payment methods provide more security for buyers and may also attract more buyers. Everyone wins! Learn more

  3. Keep your Trading Post® profile secure

    Protect your password, you personal details and your account. Learn more

  4. Safe business practices

    Running a business? There are things businesses can do to operate safely too. Learn more.

What does Trading Post do to help me trade safely?

We have a number of security measures in place. Including them all here would make this a long page, so we’ve outlined them separately. Check out how Trading Post protects you.

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