Safe buying and selling

Many names we use for items are trademarked brand names. Find out about some common ones and how to use them correctly.

Owning and distributing unlicensed copies of music and videos is illegal – even if you're not selling them.

Trade Me doesn't allow the sale of fake items. Find out what to do if you’ve bought a fake.

Find out what the rules are when selling used children's car seats, and what to look for as a buyer.

If you’re selling toys, it's your responsibility to make sure they're safe and meet New Zealand's legal requirements

If you’re looking to sell a new or used household baby cot, there are some crucial safety standards you need to meet.

Check out our guide to learn about fire safety when it comes to buying or selling children's pyjamas.

When looking to buy a second hand cot ensure compliance with mandatory safety standard AS/NZS 2172:2003

Everything you need to know about selling as a motor vehicle trader on Trade Me

Sellers need to say if a vehicle has been damaged or is a statutory write-off so buyers can make informed decisions

Motor Vehicle Traders must disclose if an Australian import was a statutory write-off in their Trade Me listing.

To keep Trade Me the best place to buy a car, we have rules around selling vehicles that are in transit from overseas.

Takata Alpha airbags are the subject of a compulsory product recall and must be replaced.

Trade Me's Code of Animal Welfare ensures well-being and transparency when selling animals on Trade Me.

If you’ve been browsing Pets & Animal listings on Trade Me, ask these questions to get ready for pet ownership.

A guest post from the Ministry for Primary Industries on best practice when it comes to buying and selling animals.

Selling electrical items? Find out what you need to know before you sell them, and what goods can't be sold.

As we surf the net on our phones we should be wary that the power source of these devices are lithium-ion batteries.

Thinking about selling radio devices? Find out more about the rules and requirements when selling them on Trade Me.

Here's what you need to know if you're selling hoverboards on Trade Me.

Every seller of a gas appliance, new or second hand must comply with Gas (Safety and Measurement) Regulations 2010.