TutorialCommerce & Earnings
Using the Marketplace
Buy and sell items with VCoin on VYRAL's marketplace
Using the Marketplace
VYRAL's marketplace lets you buy and sell items using VCoin with low fees and instant settlement. Join a thriving community of buyers and sellers.
Why VYRAL Marketplace?
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Better Than Traditional Platforms
Lower fees, instant settlement, better security
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5% Fee
vs 13% on eBay
Save up to 8% on fees
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Instant Settlement
Get paid in VCoin immediately
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Integrated Messaging
Chat directly for negotiations
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No Payment Delays
VCoin transfers instantly
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Blockchain Verification
Lower risk with transparent transactions
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No Chargebacks
Protected by escrow system
Browsing Listings
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Explore the Marketplace
Find exactly what you're looking for
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Browse Sections
1.Tap Marketplace in bottom navigation
2.Explore different sections:
All Listings
Everything for sale
Categories
Browse by type
Near You
Local sellers
Trending
Popular items
New
Recently listed
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Categories
Find items by category:
🎮 Electronics & Tech
👕 Fashion & Clothing
🏠 Home & Garden
📚 Books & Media
🎨 Art & Collectibles
⚽ Sports & Outdoors
🎵 Musical Instruments
🚗 Vehicles & Parts
🐕 Pets & Supplies
💼 Services & Gigs
And more...
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Search
•Keywords in title/description
•Brand names
•Specific models
•Seller username
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Filter & Sort
Filter By:
• Price Range (Min to Max VYC)
• Condition (New, Like New, Good, Fair)
• Location (Distance from you)
• Shipping (Ships vs local pickup)
• Seller Rating (Minimum stars)
Sort Results:
• Newest First
• Price: Low to High / High to Low
• Distance: Nearest
• Most Popular
Viewing Listings
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Listing Details
Everything you need to know about an item
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Item Information
• Title and description
• Photos (swipe through)
• Price in VYC + USD equivalent
• Condition
• Category
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Seller Information
• Seller name and avatar
• Member since
• Rating (⭐ stars)
• Response rate
• Location
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Delivery Options
• Shipping available
• Local pickup
• Delivery radius (if any)
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Image Gallery
• Tap photo to view full-size
• Swipe through all images
• Pinch to zoom
• Tap info for image details
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Similar Listings
• Similar Items - Related products
• More from Seller - Other items
Buying Items
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Purchase Process
Make offers or buy instantly
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Make an Offer
1
Open listing
2
Tap Make Offer button
3
Enter VYC amount
4
Add message (optional)
5
Submit offer
Seller can:
✓ Accept
✓ Decline
✓ Counter-offer
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Buy Now
For fixed-price listings:
1
Tap Buy Now
2
Review item details, total cost, delivery method
3
Confirm purchase
4
VYC deducted from wallet
5
Seller notified
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Payment Protection
VYC is held in escrow until you confirm receipt or 7 days pass (auto-release).
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Shipping & Delivery
Choose how you receive your item
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Shipping Available
•Seller ships item
•Provide delivery address
•Get tracking number
•Confirm when received
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Local Pickup
•Arrange meeting with seller
•Meet in public, safe location
•Inspect item before confirming
•Complete transaction in app
Transaction Process
1
Purchase
Buyer pays VYC
2
Escrow
Funds held
3
Ship/Deliver
Seller sends
4
Receive
Buyer gets item
5
Confirm
Release payment
6
Rate
Both review
Selling Items
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Create a Listing
List your item in 5 easy steps
1
Upload Photos
• Minimum 1, maximum 10 photos
• Clear, well-lit images
• Show different angles
• Include defects if any
2
Item Details
• Title (max 80 characters)
• Category (required)
• Condition
• Description (up to 5000 chars)
• Price in VYC
• Quantity (if multiple)
3
Delivery Options
☑️ Local Pickup
☑️ Shipping (enter cost)
☑️ Delivery radius (optional)
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Pricing Your Item
Research Prices:
• Check similar listings
• Consider condition
• Factor in demand
• Include shipping costs
Pricing Strategies:
• Fixed Price - Set and forget
• Open to Offers - Enable negotiation
• Auction Coming Soon
Price Conversion: Set in VYC, USD equivalent shown automatically
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Managing Listings
My Listings
View: Active, Sold, Expired, Draft
Edit Listing
Tap ⋮ → Edit → Modify details → Save
Mark as Sold
If sold elsewhere, remove from marketplace
Delete Listing
⋮ → Delete → Permanently removed
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Great Photos Sell Faster
Use natural lighting, clean backgrounds, and show the item from multiple angles. Photos can increase sales by 50%!
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Promoting Listings
Boost visibility for faster sales
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Featured
Appears in top results
Costs VYC
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Bump
Moves to top of category
Costs VYC
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Highlight
Special badge
Costs VYC
Handling Sales
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Fulfilling Orders
Ship items or arrange local meetups
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Shipping Items
1
Package item securely
2
Print shipping label
3
Get tracking number
4
Mark as Shipped in app
5
Enter tracking number
Shipping Tips:
• Use bubble wrap for fragile items
• Waterproof packaging
• Include thank you note
• Ship within 2 business days
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Local Meetups
Safety First:
• Meet in public place
• Daytime meetings
• Bring a friend
• Well-lit, busy area
• Tell someone where you're going
Safe Meeting Spots:
✓ Police station parking lots
✓ Bank lobbies
✓ Coffee shops
✓ Shopping mall
✓ Public parks (daytime)
Completing Transactions
After delivery/pickup:
Ask Buyer
To confirm receipt
Funds Released
From escrow
You Get 95%
5% platform fee
Rate Each Other
Build reputation
Ratings & Reviews
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Build Your Reputation
Reviews and ratings matter
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Leaving Reviews
After each transaction:
Star Rating
1-5 stars
Written Review
Optional detailed feedback
Tags
Fast shipping • As described • Great communication • Would buy again
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Your Seller Rating
5.0 StarsExcellent seller
4.5+ StarsGreat seller
Below 4.0May hurt sales
Rating Factors:
• Transaction ratings
• Response time
• Shipping speed
• Item accuracy
• Communication
Responding to Reviews
Thank positive reviews
Address concerns professionally
Resolve issues privately
Don't argue in public
Safety & Security
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Safe Trading
Protect yourself and your transactions
✅ DO:
Verify item condition before purchasing
Communicate through VYRAL only
Meet in public for local pickups
Inspect items before confirming receipt
Report suspicious activity
❌ DON'T:
Share personal contact info early
Send money outside VYRAL
Meet in private locations
Rush transactions
Ignore red flags
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Red Flags
Too-good-to-be-true prices
Pressure to complete quickly
Requests for payment outside app
Unwilling to provide details
No photos or stock photos only
Poor communication
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Reporting Issues
Report Listing:
1. Tap ⋮ → Report
2. Select reason (Prohibited, Fraud, Counterfeit, etc.)
3. Submit (anonymous)
Dispute Transaction:
1. Go to transaction → Open Dispute
2. Provide details and evidence
3. VYRAL team reviews
4. Resolution within 7 days
Marketplace Rules
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Guidelines & Best Practices
Stay compliant and successful
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Prohibited Items
Cannot sell:
Illegal items
Weapons
Drugs/alcohol
Counterfeit goods
Stolen property
Adult content
Live animals*
Hazardous materials
*Exceptions for rehoming
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Best Practices
For Sellers:
• Accurate descriptions
• Clear, honest photos
• Reasonable prices
• Fast shipping
• Good communication
• Honor commitments
For Buyers:
• Communicate clearly
• Pay promptly
• Confirm receipt quickly
• Leave honest reviews
• Report issues properly
Fees & Payments
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Marketplace Fees
Lowest fees in the industry
5%
Selling Fees
5% platform fee
Lowest in industry
No listing fees
No payment processing fees
Instant VYC settlement
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Fee Comparison
VYRAL5%
Etsy6.5%+
eBay13%+
Amazon15%+
Payment Timeline
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Instant
Buyer pays VYC
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Held
Escrow 7 days max
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Released
When buyer confirms
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Auto-release
After 7 days
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Your Cut
95% of sale price
Additional Features
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Saved & Favorites
Keep track of items you love
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Save Listings
1.Tap ❤️ Save on listing
2.Access via Saved tab
3.Organize by collections
4.Get price drop alerts
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Follow Sellers
1.Visit seller profile
2.Tap Follow
3.See their new listings first
4.Get notifications
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Marketplace Analytics
For Sellers: My Listings → Analytics
View Count
Total views
Favorites
Saves
Messages
Inquiries
Conversion
Sale rate
Sale Time
Avg days
What's Next?
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Pro Tip
Take high-quality photos in natural light and write detailed descriptions. Listings with 5+ photos sell 3x faster!