Policies and rules

Learn more about what we do to help ensure animals are treated properly, and can find a happy life in a good home.

Parallel imports bring healthy competition and provide variety in the range of goods available.

We usually don't enforce rules set by other companies, unless buyers are at risk.

Use your own photos and text in Trade Me listings to avoid breaching copyright.

You can't sell beer kegs, promotional fridges, subscription TV receivers or hire purchases on Trade Me.

Find out about the new building product information rules and how to comply.

Find out why you can’t make unsubstantiated claims about the powers of amber beads and essential oils.

High-powered lasers can't be sold on Trade Me. Find out why, and what kind of lasers you can sell.

How to safety sell walkie talkies in New Zealand

Here's what you need to know when buying or selling cigarette lighters.

Your home-made animal remedies must also comply with the Agricultural Compounds and Veterinary Medicines Act.

Honey must comply with food safety standards and labelling and tutin compliance under the Food Act

Some animal traps, baits and poisons are banned in New Zealand and on Trade Me.

Trade Me only allows the sale of fur under certain situations.

Some plants are protected by intellectual property rights, so you can't propagate them to sell