Buying & Selling Guides Why You Should Never Pay Outside a Marketplace Zelle, Venmo and wire transfers leave you no chargeback or dispute path. See why scammers push off-platform payment and what protection you give up.
Buying & Selling Guides How to Check If a Device Is Stolen or Blacklisted How to check if a used phone, laptop, tablet or console is stolen or blacklisted before you pay, from IMEI checks to serial numbers and account locks.
Buying & Selling Guides Used Device Buying Checklist A used device buying checklist for any phone, tablet, laptop or console: vet the seller, check the IMEI and locks, test how it works, and pay safely.
Buying & Selling Guides Swappa, Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace: Which Is Safer? Swappa vs. Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace: compare scam risk, IMEI and lock checks, payment protection and your options if a deal goes bad.
Buying & Selling Guides Marketplace Buyer Protection: How It Works Marketplace buyer protection explained: what it covers for used electronics, how returns and refunds work, and what to do if a device isn't as described.
Buying & Selling Guides Facebook Marketplace vs. Swappa: Which Is Better? Facebook Marketplace vs. Swappa for used tech, compared on listing review, broken devices, customer support, payment safety and buyer quality.
Buying & Selling Guides Phonecheck Certified on Swappa: What the Badge Means Phonecheck Certified listings on Swappa include a device history report on carrier status, lost or stolen checks and repairs. Learn how to find them.
Buying & Selling Guides How to Ship an Xbox Safely (and for the Best Price) How to ship an Xbox without damage or overpaying: packing steps, dimensions for each Xbox model, carrier costs, and cheaper labels through Pirate Ship.
Buying & Selling Guides Best Way to Ship a Nintendo Switch Pack and ship a Nintendo Switch safely: prep the console, pick the right box, double-box it, compare carriers and buy a discounted label on Pirate Ship.
Buying & Selling Guides How to Check If a Phone Is Stolen (Free IMEI Check) Buying a used phone? Run a free IMEI check first to see if it's been reported lost or stolen or blacklisted by a carrier. Here's how to find the IMEI.
