Auctions are a great way to find out the worth of your products. Souq.com is just the right place to find that out. Selling on Souq.com is easy.
PROCESS AT A GLANCE.
1. Register at souq.com for free. Please click
here if you have questions with registration.
2. List your item with its details by clicking on the SELL link that appears
on the top of every page.
3. Contact the buyer once the bidding is completed.
4. Rate your buyer.
List your item.
When you list an item for auction, buyers will be able to bid
on it for a certain period of time set by you. Duration of listing could be
from three days to two weeks. You can sell single or multiple quantities of
your item either by a single listing or simply by re-listing your item for FREE,
once it is sold.
To list your item for sale, click on the SELL link at the top of any page and then :
1. Select a Category.
First select the main category of your item. Then select the appropriate sub-category. Then continue selecting the appropriate sub-categories to the last level of the "Category Tree". Click on the "Submit Category" button when you're done.
For Example: If you are selling a Nokia 6610 mobile/cell phone;
you may first select "Mobile phones", then select a sub-category mentioning
its brand “NOKIA”, and then select its model “6610”
as the last sub-category.
If you do not find the category you are looking for click on " Suggest
a New Category" Link.
Please Note: All items must be listed in appropriate categories. Souq.com may move you're listings if they are listed in categories that are not appropriate for the items you are selling.
2. Specify Item Details.
Details include:
"In addition to the main uploaded picture, you can also use Souq.com’s photo gallery to upload up to five pictures. You can do this by just clicking on the link that says "Upload more photos & create a Gallery)."
There are three types of Enhanced listing options:
3. Select Duration
Select a time period that you want to list your item for. You
can list your item from a minimum of three days to a maximum of two weeks. In
case the auction does not get successfully closed, you can always re-list your
item for FREE. You can also automate the process and let the system re-list
your unsold item. This can be done by entering the number of times you want
the item to be re-listed.An item can be re-listed for a maximum of five times.
Ready to Sell ?
Listing your item is the most important aspect of selling on
Souq.
Keep the following points in mind while listing:
Tip 2: Offer Guarantees:
Always offer guarantees with your items. Buyers look for items with guarantees as this assures them that if there is a problem with the item they can either have it replaced, repaired, or get their money back.
Tip 3: List your item by using Souq's 100% secure trading methods:
Items that have COD (Cash On Delivery), shipping, or cashU payment options, always sell better on Souq.
Learn More about secured shipping methods
Tip 4: Offer various methods of payment:
Always offer different kinds of payment methods to buyers, as various buyers prefer various methods of payments. For example, certain buyers feel more comfortable paying online with cashU while others prefer Cash On Delivery. When you offer various types of payment methods you capture maximum buyers.
Tip 5: Be courteous to your buyers:
Good service is directly related to good sales. Buyers remember good sellers and prefer to transact with them repeatedly. Always be courteous and helpful to buyers. If a buyer has a problem or a query, try to solve it as early as possible. Be very clear and transparent in all your communications with the buyers.
Tip 6: Give prompt ratings:
Rate your buyers as soon as you complete the transaction. Giving feedback is important as it shows that you are a responsible seller, and let other sellers know of good buyers.
You will find the Delivery Charges when you go to the item page. Click on details and then Payment and Delivery.
What is cashU?
cashU cards are prepaid Internet shopping magnetic cards, similar
to a traditional credit card, yet more secure. This card is online shopper's
dream come true. The Cardholder can use it to purchase products and services
on the internet safely and securely without any worries or trouble.
