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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)


What format can I list in?

You can list your service in the classified ad format. Classified are listed for 28 days and come with a FREE value pack which includes gallery, subtitle and listing designer.

What is the best format to use for my service?

Classified Ad
Use for >
  • Describing the entire range of services you provide
Include >
  • Testimonials of your business
  • Before and after pictures
  • Contact details and hours of operation
  • Locations serviced
  • Accreditation/ qualification details
  • Average price of standard services

What is a classifieds listing?

Unlike auction and BIN, with a classifieds listing the buyer contacts the service provider by email or phone and negotiates the transaction directly. It is not completed online through eBay and therefore does not qualify for feedback or buyer protection.

What categories can I list in?


You can list your Services in any of the service categories including Household, Professional, IT and Communication and many more. You can also list in more than one services category. Click here to see a full list.

How much does it cost to list my service?

The table below shows details of the cost of listing your service.

Format Insertion Fee (Flat Fee) Final Value Fee (Flat Fee) Duration (days) Included features
Classified Ad $19.99 No Final Value Fee 28 Gallery, subtitle, listing designer

What if my services don't have a defined price?

You need to include a price in your listing. If your price can vary, be sure to state exactly what it refers to and what variation may occur. You could indicate an average price and use the listing description to elaborate on the price range. Note that you can also list several distinct services in separate listings.


What's the longest listing I can have?

Classifieds listings last for 28 days.

How can I send or receive payments safely online?

PayPal is a secure and convenient way to send and receive money online. It enables you to pay online without revealing your bank details or credit card number to third parties, so your financial information stays private and secure.

Find out more about paying with PayPal.

If you're a service provider, PayPal is a secure and easy way for you to receive payments from your customers. With PayPal you can accept all major credit cards, debit cards and bank transfers.

Find out more about getting paid with PayPal.

The PayPal service is provided by PayPal Australia Pty Limited (ABN 93 111 195 389) which holds an Australian Financial Services Licence, number 304962. You should consider the Product Disclosure Statement before deciding to sign-up for or use the PayPal online payment service at https://www.PayPal.com.au.


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