How to sell

Easily sell your items on OfferUp by following these steps.

Step 1: Post your item

To post your item, tap in the app and follow the steps on how to post
To get more views and reach even more buyers, try promoting your item to sell it faster

Step 2: Sell your item

Once your item is posted on OfferUp, it’s time to sell it. Here’s how it works:

1. You'll get messages from interested buyers right in the app. Find messages
2. Reply to these messages to answer any questions, then agree on a price with a buyer.
3. If you’re meeting the buyer in person:
  - Use the app to find a meeting location, such as a Community MeetUp Spot, and agree on a time to meet. If the item is large or heavy, we recommend making plans to lift or move it.
  - When you meet, let the buyer check out the item.
  - If you and the buyer agree to the sale, swap the item and payment in person.
  - If the sale doesn't work out, be polite, and don't be discouraged. There are many more potential buyers on the app.
4. If you’re shipping your item:
  - When you accept a buyer’s offer, they’ll be charged through the app.
  - Ship the item using the label we send to you. If you don’t use the label we provide, you won’t get paid.
  - The buyer has 2 days to inspect the item after it's delivered.
  - We’ll notify you when your money is securely sent to your account.
5. When the sale is done, mark the item as sold. We'll let any other interested buyers know that your item is off the market.
6. Take a minute to rate the buyer. It helps build community trust and gives the buyer the option to rate you, too. Rate and review other people
7. Your item will show as sold in your Selling tab. It will stay there for a short time for your reference before being moved to your Archive. You can also archive it yourself. More about archiving

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