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geekhack Marketplace => Classifieds => Topic started by: Signature on Mon, 24 November 2014, 15:22:21

Title: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Mon, 24 November 2014, 15:22:21
You want to sell or buy something through geekhack?
Great! But there are certain rules for creating a classifieds thread:

  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.
  • Do not post advertisements outside of the Classifieds and External Auctions subforums.
  • Do not sell or trade engineering samples or anything that violates US federal, state, or local laws, including but not limited to: copyright, trademark, trade secret, patent, NDA, or EULA.
  • Use the Artisan Services (https://geekhack.org/index.php?board=160.0) section for any custom services, such as keyboard modification (including soldering services for sale), keyboard accessory-making services (including custom keycaps, wrist rests, sleeved cables, controllers), and the like.
  • Do not create more than two active Classifieds threads at any one time.  Close old threads once the transactions are complete (i.e., payment has been made and the item(s) have been shipped and received). If you have multiple items to buy or sell simultaneously, one unified thread is highly encouraged (but please avoid listing too many items at the same time). Only post a second thread if the nature of the items or transaction is significantly different from the first.
  • Only list for sale or trade items that are already in your possession.  Include clear photographs of your items (in good light -- no blurry night-time “potato shots”) along with proof of ownership, such as your Geekhack.org user name and current date appearing next to your goods
The title:
In the title of the thread you have to address what you are looking for or what you want to sell. An easy way to do this is to use Title prefixes:
[WTB] = "want to buy"
[FS] / [WTS] = "for sale" / "want to sell"
[FT] / [WTT] = "for trade" / "want to trade"
For example if I want to sell my Poker 2 I would put "WTS Poker 2" in the title of my classifieds post. If you are selling multiple things or want to both sell and buy something you can post it like this for example: "WTS Poker 2, WTB Blue keycaps".

The body:
Here you explain what you are looking for in detail. If you are selling something you have to post a picture, to verify that you possess this item. This picture must include:
Here is an example of this picture:
(http://i.imgur.com/XBV9M2Q.jpg)

An example of a correct classifieds post:
(http://i.imgur.com/0agomfB.jpg)

Hurray! Now you are done with your classifieds post, but before the post reach the classifieds section a moderator has to check it.
Paying or recieving money for an item
The most common way of paying for an item in the classifieds is via paypal and I would suggest to always pay with the "goods or service" alternative. This protects you from scams, but remember to include the fee if you choose this alternative.

Auctions are not allowed in the Classifieds subforum. If you wish to sell your items as auctions, please use appropriate sites like Ebay for example. To advertise your Auction you may link it in the External Auction Links (https://geekhack.org/index.php?board=161.0) subforum.

Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are not allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.

Keeping your Classifieds thread relevant
If you sold an item or are looking to find another item, simply edit your thread. Do not create a new thread.


Now you are ready to make your own classifieds post!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: mkawa on Mon, 24 November 2014, 19:33:36
thanks for the write up!!! :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: jdcarpe on Mon, 24 November 2014, 19:38:41
Hey, that's an awesome guide. Must read for anyone wishing to sell/trade via the Classifieds or Artisan Services!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: meiosis on Mon, 24 November 2014, 19:57:32
Sigh I would have actually bought the LED tester and led's
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: berserkfan on Wed, 26 November 2014, 00:18:35
Why do you need a dedicated LED tester? Is that any superior to a multimeter with LED testing functions? My tool box is more than full and extra tools aren't always needed.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: tbc on Wed, 26 November 2014, 01:56:52
isn't it way simpler when you're testing hundreds of leds?

if you're testing leds for brokenness, i find that using a watch battery is very easy.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: meiosis on Wed, 26 November 2014, 02:53:37
Been messing around with capacitors to attain a certain hue, getting shock a lot when I was younger makes me want to avoid that sooo badly even if its just a watch battery haha
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: berserkfan on Wed, 26 November 2014, 07:02:15
Been messing around with capacitors to attain a certain hue, getting shock a lot when I was younger makes me want to avoid that sooo badly even if its just a watch battery haha


If you use a pair of kitchen gloves that should help avoid shock.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: bowji on Mon, 01 December 2014, 05:53:19
Thanks for this! good to know as a newcomer
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: girldc on Wed, 10 December 2014, 06:41:39
 ;D Thank you for specific information!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: suicidal_orange on Sat, 13 December 2014, 18:45:10
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Sun, 14 December 2014, 14:06:27
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Don't really understand what you are suggesting but the main function with bumping is to make your own sale thread visible more often. A lot of classifieds threads aren't "active" since business usally goes through PMs, but there might be something I'm missing
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: kydmirror on Thu, 18 December 2014, 07:40:30
Thanks for this! good to know as a newcomer
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: tbc on Fri, 19 December 2014, 00:55:29
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Don't really understand what you are suggesting but the main function with bumping is to make your own sale thread visible more often. A lot of classifieds threads aren't "active" since business usally goes through PMs, but there might be something I'm missing

"you are [not] allowed to do so until"
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: PhatCraqHo on Tue, 23 December 2014, 18:12:28
Thanks man, will make sure i do it correctly now :D
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: suicidal_orange on Sun, 04 January 2015, 13:19:48
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Don't really understand what you are suggesting but the main function with bumping is to make your own sale thread visible more often. A lot of classifieds threads aren't "active" since business usally goes through PMs, but there might be something I'm missing
Sorry, didn't check back here. 

I think it should be changed to the below because I read it as saying that if no-one posts in the thread for 24 hours you aren't allowed to bump it and surely that's not right?  One bold NOT added :)

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are NOT allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.

or maybe

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you can do so only after at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Not sure which is more English as second+ language friendly, it's my first but I'm told my sentence structure is weird :-[
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: exitfire401 on Sun, 04 January 2015, 13:24:37
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Don't really understand what you are suggesting but the main function with bumping is to make your own sale thread visible more often. A lot of classifieds threads aren't "active" since business usally goes through PMs, but there might be something I'm missing
Sorry, didn't check back here. 

I think it should be changed to the below because I read it as saying that if no-one posts in the thread for 24 hours you aren't allowed to bump it and surely that's not right?  One bold NOT added :)

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are NOT allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.

or maybe

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you can do so only after at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Not sure which is more English as second+ language friendly, it's my first but I'm told my sentence structure is weird :-[

I can understand where you are having your misunderstanding. You cannot bump your own post more than once every 24 hours. So, once you have posted for your bump, you must wait 24 hours before bumping your thread once again. If somebody else posts in your thread asking for an item, you may respond, and we consider this a free bump that does not change anything in the 24 hour bump window that you are allowed.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Sun, 04 January 2015, 13:41:30
Bumping
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Methinks there's a "not" missing in there - there's no point bumping an active thread.  Other than that good guide :)
Don't really understand what you are suggesting but the main function with bumping is to make your own sale thread visible more often. A lot of classifieds threads aren't "active" since business usally goes through PMs, but there might be something I'm missing
Sorry, didn't check back here. 

I think it should be changed to the below because I read it as saying that if no-one posts in the thread for 24 hours you aren't allowed to bump it and surely that's not right?  One bold NOT added :)

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you are NOT allowed to do so until at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.

or maybe

Quote
If you wish to bump your classifieds thread you can do so only after at least 24 hours have passed from the time of the latest post. Don't bump other members' Classifieds posts.
Not sure which is more English as second+ language friendly, it's my first but I'm told my sentence structure is weird :-[
I edited it, hope it solves the issue. As you may know English is my second language
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: suicidal_orange on Sun, 04 January 2015, 14:01:49
I edited it, hope it solves the issue. As you may know English is my second language
:eek: I would never have guessed, so many native English speaking kids can't even get then/than right while you're writing guides in a second language.  Good work!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Sun, 04 January 2015, 14:08:02
I edited it, hope it solves the issue. As you may know English is my second language
:eek: I would never have guessed, so many native English speaking kids can't even get then/than right while you're writing guides in a second language.  Good work!
Well still learning English in high school, but I appriceate that you point out mistakes! Helps me improve :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Kira on Fri, 23 January 2015, 19:15:18
I edited it, hope it solves the issue. As you may know English is my second language
:eek: I would never have guessed, so many native English speaking kids can't even get then/than right while you're writing guides in a second language.  Good work!
Well still learning English in high school, but I appriceate that you point out mistakes! Helps me improve :)

Your english is very good dude, I didn't notice any mistakes =)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: techy1 on Wed, 04 March 2015, 15:57:19
I need to rack up those posts. I need to post an AD. Thanks!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Melvang on Wed, 04 March 2015, 16:00:51
I need to rack up those posts. I need to post an AD. Thanks!

Fair warning off topic, classifieds, and new members sections don't count toward post count.  Plus you need two months of membership as well.  You can still buy, sell, and post in classifieds, you just can't start a new thread.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: ThatRusty on Sun, 15 March 2015, 00:28:17
Great write up, thanks for the info!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: MoarCoffeePlzzz on Sun, 24 May 2015, 21:34:30
I was wondering why I couldnt make my own thread! I just answered my own question!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: metal369 on Fri, 05 June 2015, 19:19:49
Thank you very much. I got it :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: damirdoma on Thu, 11 June 2015, 18:34:01
Thanks.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: primitiveType on Sat, 20 June 2015, 13:17:10
Thanks for the write-up. I'm just short of 25 posts. Is that why I don't see any way to post a thread in here?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: pryedthirdeye on Thu, 02 July 2015, 22:16:21
Hello,

New to all of this.. Created a thread but is stuck waiting on approval.  Is there someone we need to contact to have it approved or will someone get to it eventually?

Thanks

Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: sethk_ on Thu, 02 July 2015, 22:22:04
Hello,

New to all of this.. Created a thread but is stuck waiting on approval.  Is there someone we need to contact to have it approved or will someone get to it eventually?

Thanks
Mods have to approve it, give them a day or so, especially since GH just went back up
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: pryedthirdeye on Thu, 02 July 2015, 22:27:26
Oh ok, makes sense.  Thanks for the reply!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 09 July 2015, 10:56:56
Thanks for the write-up. I'm just short of 25 posts. Is that why I don't see any way to post a thread in here?

You've now passed beyond 25 posts, so this has changed - but that's correct, you won't see the button until you meet the requirements.

Hello,

New to all of this.. Created a thread but is stuck waiting on approval.  Is there someone we need to contact to have it approved or will someone get to it eventually?

Thanks
Mods have to approve it, give them a day or so, especially since GH just went back up

Feel free to PM a mod asking for approval - I certainly don't mind that.  The system "reminds" us about unapproved posts every so often, but no one likes to wait for that so don't be afraid to ask.   :thumb:
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: pryedthirdeye on Thu, 09 July 2015, 11:58:06
Cool, I appreciate it thanks!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: dohbot on Fri, 28 August 2015, 17:45:26
I am confused, there is no button for New Topic. I have 32 posts and I made this account June 22nd, this should work, any ideas why it doesn't? Am I doing something so incredibly stupid that I just haven't realized?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: aznairjordan on Fri, 28 August 2015, 17:51:06
I am confused, there is no button for New Topic. I have 32 posts and I made this account June 22nd, this should work, any ideas why it doesn't? Am I doing something so incredibly stupid that I just haven't realized?

says you have 24 posts for me still
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: dohbot on Fri, 28 August 2015, 17:53:54
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: whmeltonjr on Fri, 28 August 2015, 17:54:30
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p

No it doesn't  :p
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: aznairjordan on Fri, 28 August 2015, 17:59:18
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p

posts in classifieds dont count
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: suicidal_orange on Fri, 28 August 2015, 18:02:03
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p

posts in classifieds dont count

Nor does off topic :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: dohbot on Fri, 28 August 2015, 19:38:34
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p

posts in classifieds dont count

Nor does off topic :)

Is there a way to check how many posts I now have in non-classifieds and off-topics? And which places would value my opinion?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 28 August 2015, 19:49:42
I just checked and it said that I have 32... Oh well, I guess this could count as my 25th...  :p

posts in classifieds dont count

Nor does off topic :)

Is there a way to check how many posts I now have in non-classifieds and off-topics? And which places would value my opinion?
You can see your post count on your profile
 page.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 31 August 2015, 23:05:23
Is there a way to check how many posts I now have in non-classifieds and off-topics? And which places would value my opinion?

It's the one right below your name.  :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 07 December 2015, 06:49:57
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.

Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Mon, 07 December 2015, 06:51:37
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.
I usually don't trade nor sell to people I haven't seen on the forum before.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 07 December 2015, 06:52:34
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.
I usually don't trade nor sell to people I haven't seen on the forum before.
But no one else ever wants my stuff! :(
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: JohnLuker on Mon, 07 December 2015, 11:52:17
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.
I usually don't trade nor sell to people I haven't seen on the forum before.

That's interesting. I can see not trading with someone you're not familiar with. Not selling something to someone, on the other hand, I don't understand. Well, assuming they're not asking you to take a 3rd party check from a bank in Elbonia.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Mon, 07 December 2015, 13:20:55
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.
I usually don't trade nor sell to people I haven't seen on the forum before.

That's interesting. I can see not trading with someone you're not familiar with. Not selling something to someone, on the other hand, I don't understand. Well, assuming they're not asking you to take a 3rd party check from a bank in Elbonia.
Well, it's pretty easy to withdraw a payment from paypal without reason so I guess that's why I'm hesitant to sell stuff.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 07 December 2015, 15:35:28
Am I the only one who asks potential buyers if they have any feedback or trade history?

Specifically with higher priced items and when the potential buyer is newer (sometimes brand new) with zero posts.
I usually don't trade nor sell to people I haven't seen on the forum before.

That's interesting. I can see not trading with someone you're not familiar with. Not selling something to someone, on the other hand, I don't understand. Well, assuming they're not asking you to take a 3rd party check from a bank in Elbonia.
Well, it's pretty easy to withdraw a payment from paypal without reason so I guess that's why I'm hesitant to sell stuff.

Yeah, PayPal always siding with the buyer means there is basically no protection for the seller.  Gotta do your own homework on who you're selling to and hope they don't screw you.  Much easier to just sell to friends, TBH.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 16 January 2016, 16:06:18
Just a heads up for anyone who doesn't know but USPS are raising shipping rates tomorrow, including discontinuing the cheaper price normally available using click-n-ship.

This page has some good info about the increases.

http://www.fp-usa.com/ratechange/january-17-2016-rate-increase/
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Fri, 25 March 2016, 14:44:13
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: jerue on Fri, 25 March 2016, 14:50:43
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Fri, 25 March 2016, 14:53:07
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Thanks Bro!
I need to learn how to get those 25 post count. Been buying like 3 times on here all went fine and follow GH SA Nantucket also fine.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Fri, 25 March 2016, 14:53:23
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Thanks Bro!
I need to learn how to get those 25 post count. Been buying like 3 times on here all went fine and follow GH SA Nantucket also fine.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Fri, 25 March 2016, 14:54:47
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Sorry ! Don't really know how to get those 25 post count ! But thanks a lot !
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 26 March 2016, 01:28:22
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Sorry ! Don't really know how to get those 25 post count ! But thanks a lot !

Participate in the community, and post (meaningful) comments in areas OTHER THAN new members, off topic and classifieds.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Sat, 26 March 2016, 01:31:15
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Sorry ! Don't really know how to get those 25 post count ! But thanks a lot !

Participate in the community, and post (meaningful) comments in areas OTHER THAN new members, off topic and classifieds.
Big Thanks bro!
I'm looking forward to get use to GH and also try to become an active member. For months I just stay in those area like IC GB and classified because my friend teach me only those things so far.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: GaM3 Is H4rD on Sat, 26 March 2016, 01:31:29
Hi!
I have been member of GH for more than 2 months. Mostly I just checking stuff and buy things I like. Also did make couple deal so far.
- Now I want to make a post that I can look for some more keycap set that I want and been chasing after it for months but I can't.
- Do I have to do something else or pay something then I can post ?
- Thanks


  • Creating sale / trade threads in the Classifieds subforum is limited to Geekhack.org users who have been members of the forum for at least 2 months and have 25 or higher post count.

 :thumb:

need more posts.
Sorry ! Don't really know how to get those 25 post count ! But thanks a lot !

Participate in the community, and post (meaningful) comments in areas OTHER THAN new members, off topic and classifieds.
Big Thanks bro!
I'm looking forward to get use to GH and also try to become an active member. For months I just stay in those area like IC GB and classified because my friend teach me only those things so far.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: JohnLuker on Tue, 26 April 2016, 18:45:36
Aha! That explains it. Thanks!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: joinhandmade on Tue, 17 May 2016, 11:21:16
Thank you. it is very informative :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Jpecina on Thu, 28 July 2016, 03:37:23
Can someone explain how trades work. Does each party just ship each other the item?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 28 July 2016, 05:19:34
Can someone explain how trades work. Does each party just ship each other the item?
Typically yes. Always ask for proof photos even in trades.

Depending on how high of a value an item is some people pay each other the value of said trade item(s) via PayPal or other payment processor until the trade is complete then send payments back to each other.

Also ask for feedback references either from here or elsewhere, many people use heatware.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 28 July 2016, 08:55:57
Can someone explain how trades work. Does each party just ship each other the item?
Typically yes. Always ask for proof photos even in trades.

Depending on how high of a value an item is some people pay each other the value of said trade item(s) via PayPal or other payment processor until the trade is complete then send payments back to each other.

Also ask for feedback references either from here or elsewhere, many people use heatware.

All good advice.  If the item value is high enough, you can also have both parties ship to a trusted third party, who waits until both items arrive to then ship to their ultimate destination.  It'll cost a few more dollars in shipping and transit time, but the peace of mind may be worth it.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Jpecina on Thu, 28 July 2016, 16:08:05
Can someone explain how trades work. Does each party just ship each other the item?
Typically yes. Always ask for proof photos even in trades.

Depending on how high of a value an item is some people pay each other the value of said trade item(s) via PayPal or other payment processor until the trade is complete then send payments back to each other.

Also ask for feedback references either from here or elsewhere, many people use heatware.

All good advice.  If the item value is high enough, you can also have both parties ship to a trusted third party, who waits until both items arrive to then ship to their ultimate destination.  It'll cost a few more dollars in shipping and transit time, but the peace of mind may be worth it.

Great! Thank you both for your advice.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: oldcat on Sat, 13 August 2016, 03:11:34
looks like I need to post more :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: northpark on Mon, 03 April 2017, 08:03:45
Great info!  Hoping to be posting a lot more regularly soon.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: vulup on Mon, 10 April 2017, 03:42:13
Thank you for this guide - it does unfortunately mean that I have to wait a bit given I am new around here  :eek: :
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: ykilroy on Sat, 27 May 2017, 22:35:41
Thanks for explain. :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Sciurid89 on Sun, 04 June 2017, 14:18:42
Hi there - do I have to have a certain number of posts before I can create a thread here?

Oh, it's 25 posts. Sweet
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 04 June 2017, 14:20:00
Hi there - do I have to have a certain number of posts before I can create a thread here?

25 posts
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Sciurid89 on Sun, 04 June 2017, 14:33:02
Hmmmm, I just hit 25 - is there a delay?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 04 June 2017, 14:38:05
Hmmmm, I just hit 25 - is there a delay?

Not every subforum counts towards post count.

And just an FYI even once you post the thread has to be approved by a moderator.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: glazed on Thu, 15 March 2018, 11:48:21
This is a very helpful guide. Now I know how to create buy and sell here.
Thanks for the write up!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Kitchener on Thu, 02 August 2018, 05:18:26
This might be a stupid question, but do I also need to fulfill the minimum post requirements to post a WTB?
It’s just that the tutorial explicitly states “Sale” posts can only be posted by members who meet the minimum requirements  :)

I’m just desperate for a Nautilus Ergodox kit  :confused:
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Thu, 02 August 2018, 06:28:38
This might be a stupid question, but do I also need to fulfill the minimum post requirements to post a WTB?
It’s just that the tutorial explicitly states “Sale” posts can only be posted by members who meet the minimum requirements  :)

I’m just desperate for a Nautilus Ergodox kit  :confused:
Yes, you need to fulfill the post requirements to be able to post in the classifieds forum, whether it's a WTB or WTS thread :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: derb2k2 on Wed, 22 August 2018, 10:28:29
hey guys.

Is it ok to put up non-keyboard sale items such as a laptop? I vaguely remember it to be ok but want to be sure.

Thanks
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Wed, 22 August 2018, 13:29:04
hey guys.

Is it ok to put up non-keyboard sale items such as a laptop? I vaguely remember it to be ok but want to be sure.

Thanks
Yeah, no restrictions, except counterfeit products :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: RebeldeAlianza on Fri, 22 March 2019, 14:22:53
Thanks for this Guide.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: colorcutclarity on Sat, 03 August 2019, 19:13:34
How come my listing is pending approval still?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: iwan.r.gypsy on Sat, 15 February 2020, 13:31:22
Thanks for the etiquette 411
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Tobu on Fri, 27 March 2020, 13:45:15
Just saw this guide too. On the day I wanted to launch my group buy  :(. Paying the price for being a hardcore lurker haha.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Knightdashti on Mon, 08 June 2020, 15:49:45
This is really useful thank you
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Jtengo on Sun, 20 September 2020, 14:07:00
Thank god for this post. I was scratching my head figuring out why I can put out a WTB ad


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Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: wolverine92 on Thu, 05 November 2020, 20:15:33
Thanks

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Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: IPopoop on Fri, 07 May 2021, 06:31:47
25 post count is quite a lot lol
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: keyboardlover01 on Tue, 11 May 2021, 22:45:29
Thank you very much. I got it :)
Me too.
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: james97 on Wed, 16 June 2021, 22:08:36
Hi,
Thank you for sharing. I am just newbie so really appreciate that
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Bonnie on Mon, 01 November 2021, 12:54:49
 :) :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Getsome!!! on Wed, 08 June 2022, 00:38:05
This thread is garbage when you refuse to approve threads that follow all the guidelines, and don't reply to PMs. Are the mods here just incompetent or lazy? Both?
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: efikeebs on Wed, 09 November 2022, 03:28:33
Ok
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Signature on Wed, 09 November 2022, 12:26:38
This thread is garbage when you refuse to approve threads that follow all the guidelines, and don't reply to PMs. Are the mods here just incompetent or lazy? Both?
Thank you for your feedback, learn2timestamp
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: colomb on Wed, 22 February 2023, 07:08:28
Looking for a little guidance. I've sold stuff here before without issue, but for some reason, my current post isn't being approved by the moderators. I've locked previous threads in the classifieds, and have a post count over 25. I'm sure I'm missing something. Have the requirements changed? Anyone have any suggestions? Thanks
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: hzh0525 on Sun, 26 February 2023, 15:17:38
Learned!
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: transeurasian on Sat, 23 December 2023, 03:52:48
25 post count, gotcha  :)
Title: Re: How to buy or sell something on Geekhack - a classifieds tutorial!
Post by: Neongreen on Tue, 06 February 2024, 21:15:58
Good to know, verification system feels safe as well.