OfferUp does charge certain fees for specific transactions. However, it is important to note that posting items for sale and browsing the platform is completely free. Sellers can list their items without any cost involved, and buyers can browse and search for items without incurring any charges.
When it comes to buying and selling items in person with cash, there are no fees involved either. This means that if you find an item you are interested in, you can meet up with the seller and complete the transaction in cash without incurring any charges from OfferUp.
However, there are certain transactions that may include service fees or shipping costs. For example, if you choose to have an item shipped to you rather than meeting the seller in person, there may be shipping costs involved. These costs will vary depending on the size, weight, and destination of the item.
Additionally, when an item is sold and shipped using OfferUp’s shipping service, there may be service fees involved. These fees help cover the costs of shipping labels, packaging materials, and other related expenses.
It’s important to carefully review the details of each listing to understand if any fees or costs are associated with the transaction. The seller should clearly state if there are any additional charges, such as shipping fees, in the item description.
In my personal experience, I have sold and purchased items on OfferUp without incurring any fees. I have also used the shipping service for some items, and in those cases, there were shipping costs involved. The fees were reasonable and clearly displayed before I completed the transaction, allowing me to make an informed decision.
To summarize, using OfferUp to post and browse items is free, as is buying and selling items in person with cash. However, certain transactions, such as shipped items, may include service fees or shipping costs. It’s important to carefully review the details of each listing to understand if any fees are involved before completing a transaction.