Buy, Sell, Or Donate Items Online Descriptions and Instructions

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Buy, Sell, or Donate Items Online Descriptions and Instructions

Use this list of online resources to buy, sell, or donate items

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1. 5miles: https://www.5miles.com/  For anything [including services, housing, jobs etc.]  Instructions 1. Go to 5miles.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click on “List It” located at the top right corner. Log in or sign up. 4. Select “List It” once more and fill out the necessary information.

2. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to Amazon.com 2. Click in search bar to start browsing for items of interest. 3. To sell: Click “Accounts & Lists” located on the top right of the webpage. Scroll down under “Your Account” and click on “Start a Selling Account.” Then, sign in/create an account. 4. Continue by filling out the necessary information to start selling items.

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3. AptDeco: https://www.aptdeco.com/  For pre-owned furniture & décor  Instructions 1. Go to AptDeco.com. 2. Click “Browse” to view furniture for sale. 3. To sell: Click “Sell on AptDeco” located at the top right of the webpage. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell your furniture.

5. Bonanza: https://www.bonanza.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to bonanza.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click on “Sell on Bonanza” located at the left top corner of the webpage. You can start a free trial and can subscribe to a membership. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

6. Bookoo: http://www.bookoo.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to bookoo.com. Enter town or zip to find out what neighboring areas you can buy or sell with. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. Select “Sell Stuff” then choose category you would like to sell in. 4. Enter the necessary information.

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7. Buy Back world: https://www.buybackworld.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIpde_vPuj5QIVjfhkCh3kC wI2EAAYASAAEgLG8PD_BwE  For electronics  Instructions 1. Go to buybackworld.com. 2. To buy potential items select any of the “Buy…” options located at the top right corner. 3. To sell, head back to #1, use the search bar or scroll down to select what type of item you are looking to sell. 4. Proceed by filling out the necessary information. 8. Carousell: https://sg.carousell.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to sg.carousell.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click “Sell” located at the top right corner. Log in or sign up. 4. Fill out the necessary information

9. Classified Ads: https://www.classifiedads.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to www.classifiedads.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: select “Post as ad” located at the top right corner. 4. Fill out the necessary information

10. Craigslist: https://sfbay.craigslist.org/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to sfbay.craigslist.org. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Sign in/Create an account. 4. Click “for sale”. 5. Post your item by clicking “Post” on the top right corner.

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11. Ebay: https://www.ebay.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to ebay.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell click “Sell” located at the top right corner of the webpage. Enter in description of the item you would like to sell. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

12. Ebid: https://www.ebid.net/us/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to ebid.net. 2. Select “Start Shopping” to browse for items of interest. 3. Select “Start Selling” at the top of webpage to start selling. Select a category you would like to sell items in. Sign in or create an account. You will continue on by choosing a subscription plan in order to sell. 4. Fill out the necessary information. 13. Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to etsy.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Click “Sell on Etsy” located near the top right on the webpage, then sign in or create an account to start. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell items.

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14. Facebook Groups (multiple options!)  Bay Area Sell Trade: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1433239843590574/  For anything  Instructions 1. Right click or select link. 2. Select “Join Group.” 3. Once you are accepted, you will have access to the page on your groups tab located on the left hand side of your Facebook page.

 Free and for sale (Bay Area): https://www.facebook.com/groups/1580089382279959/  For anything  Instructions 1. Right click or select link. 2. Select “Join Group.” 3. Once you are accepted, you will have access to the page on your groups tab located on the left hand side of your Facebook page.

 Free and for sale (SJSU): https://www.facebook.com/groups/1208047312542421/  For anything  Instructions 1. Right click or select link. 2. Select “Join Group.” 3. Once you are accepted, you will have access to the page on your groups tab located on the left hand side of your Facebook page.

 San Jose Yard Sale Buy/Sale/Trade/ Giveaway: https://www.facebook.com/groups/725233524208527  For anything  Instructions 1. Right click or select link. 2. Select “Join Group.” 3. Once you are accepted, you will have access to the page on your groups tab located on the left hand side of your Facebook page.

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15. Facebook Marketplace: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/  For anything  Instructions 1. Log in to your Facebook account. 2. Search specific group and request to join if it is not a public page. 3. Once you are accepted, you will have access to the page on your groups tab located on the left hand side of your Facebook page. 4. You can now post on the page for inquiries on items.

16. Geebo: https://geebo.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to geebo.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Click “Post” tab in orange. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell your items.

17. Gizmogul: https://gizmogul.com/  For electronics  Instructions 1. Go to gizmogul.com. 2. To sell: Select “Sell Your Device” located at the top right corner. 3. Fill out the information asked. 4. To donate: Select the 3 bar icon next to the shopping bag at the top right corner. Click on “Donation.” 5. Scroll down and follow the instructions.

18. I do now I don't: https://www.idonowidont.com/  For diamonds & jewelry  Instructions 1. Go to idonowidont.com 2. To shop or browse: click “Buy” located at the top left corner, then select “Shop Now.” 3. To sell: log in or create an account located near the same area. Click “Sell” on the homepage, then select “List an Item Online.” 4. Fill out the necessary information.

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19. Let Go: https://us.letgo.com/en  For anything  Instructions 1. Download the LetGo App on Android or IOS. 2. Create an account or log in. 3. To sell: Click “Sell”. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell your items.

20. Locanto: https://www.locanto.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to locanto.com. 2. Select your location to browse items for sell in your area. 3. To sell: Click “Post free Ad” at the top right corner of the webpage. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell your items.

21. Luxury Resale Network: https://luxuryresale.net/  For fashion  Instructions 1. Go to luxurysalenetwork.net 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: select “Consign” and choose “Sell.’ 4. Fill out the necessary information.

22. Mercari: https://www.mercari.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to mercari.com 2. Scroll down to browse for any items of interest. 3. To sell: click “Sell on Mercari” located at the top left corner and select “Sell now” on the page. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

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23. Newegg: https://www.newegg.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to newegg.com. 2. Browse categories and use search bar for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click on “Featured Sellers” and select “Sell on Newegg Marketplace.” Click on “Start Selling.” 4. Fill out the necessary information.

24. OfferUp: https://offerup.com  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to OfferUp.com. 2. Browse items for sale in your area. 3. To sell: Download the app on Android or IOS. 4. Create an account. 5. Click on the top right corner, “Sell”.

25. Oodle: https://www.oodle.com/local/san-jose-ca/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to oodle.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: create an account located at the top right corner click “Sign In.” Once account is made, click “Post” at the top right. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

26. Peerhub: https://www.peerhub.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to peerhub.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell items: Near search bar select store and switch to marketplace. Select “Post New Item.” 4. Fill out the necessary information.

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27. Pennysaver: https://www.pennysaverusa.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to pennysaver.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Click “Place free Ads” at the top right corner of the webpage. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell your items.

28. Poshmark: https://poshmark.com/  For fashion  Instructions 1. Go to poshmark.com 2. Scroll down and under “Brand Spotlight” browse to view items of interest. 3. To start selling click the “Log In” or “Sign Up” option located at the top right corner of the webpage. Click “Sell on Poshmark” at the top right corner. 4. Fill out the necessary information to begin.

29. Recycler: https://www.recycler.com/  For anything except fashion  Instructions 1. Go to recycler.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To have your item posted on the page select “Place an Ad” at the top right corner. Then, you will need to login or create an account. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

30. Reverb: https://reverb.com/  For musical instruments  Instructions 1. Go to reverb.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Login or signup located at the top right corner. Select “Sell” located near the same area. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

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31. Shopify: https://www.shopify.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to shopify.com 2. To sell: Click on “Start free trial.” [You can try shopify for free for 14 days]. 3. Fill out the necessary information.

32. Swappa: https://swappa.com/  For electronics  Instructions 1. Go to swappa.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Click “Sell on Swappa” at the top right corner. Pick the type of item you are looking to sell from the options located below or type in search bar. 4. Login or create an account to proceed. 5. Continue by selecting phone carrier. 6. Fill out the necessary information.

33. ThredUP: https://www.thredup.com/  For fashion  Instructions 1. Go to thredup.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell or donate: Click “Clean Out” You will have to sign in/create an account. 4. Fill out the necessary information to sell or donate items.

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34. Tophatter: https://tophatter.com/  for fashion & beauty, electronics, jewelry, home & hobbies  Instructions 1. Go to tophatter.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click on “Sell” located at the bottom bar of the webpage. Select “Apply to sell today.” 4. Fill out the necessary information.

35. Tradesy: https://www.tradesy.com/  For fashion  Instructions 1. Go to tradesy.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Login or sign up located at the top right corner. Click “Start Selling” located near the same area. Select “List Now.” 4. Fill out the necessary information.

36. Varagesale: https://www.varagesale.com/  For anything  Instructions 1. Go to varagesale.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: Login/create an account located at the top right corner. 4. Join communities and post items you would like to sell. 5. Click on “Post items” at the top right. 6. Fill out the necessary information.

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37. Vinted: https://www.vinted.co.uk  For fashion  Instructions 1. Go to vinted.com. 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest. 3. To sell: click “Sell now” located at the top right corner of the webpage. Log in or sign up. 4. Fill out the necessary information.

38. Zazzle: https://www.zazzle.com/  For clothing & accessories, invitations & cards, home, electronics, baby & kids, office, art, weddings, gifts  Instructions 1. Go to zazzle.com 2. Browse categories for specific items of interest 3. To sell: locate the (...) near the top right corner of page and click on it. Select “Sell on Zazzle.” 4. Scroll down and click “Get started.” Sign in or create an account. 5. Follow and fill out further instructions to open your own Zazzle store.

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