Trade Listings

A good listing answers the basic questions upfront: what you can offer, what you are looking for, and how the other trainer should contact you. The goal is to reduce back-and-forth so you can move from "I saw your listing" to "let's trade" in a few messages.

1. Choose your offer and request: Add the Pokémon you have in the "Have" section, then add what you want in the "Want" section. If you are flexible, keep your "Want" broad; if you need something specific, narrow it down.
2. Add important details: Use the listing notes to mention the form, costume, or any constraints (for example, "can trade this weekend" or "only looking for registered dex trades"). Clear details save time for both trainers.
3. Set expectations: Mention your rough availability and preferred way to coordinate (in-app messages, or what information you will share first). A simple line like "UK evenings" helps people understand timing.
4. Publish, then keep it updated: Once your listing is live, check replies and update or remove it when the trade is complete. Fresh, accurate listings get better responses than stale ones.

After posting, browse similar listings to see how other trainers describe what they want. If you notice you are getting no responses, you can adjust your "Want" criteria or add more context without changing your actual offer.

Most trades fail for practical reasons, not because the offer is bad. The easiest way to improve your success rate is to be responsive, be specific, and keep the logistics realistic.

• Reply with a concrete next step: Instead of "I'm interested", send a quick confirmation plus one question (for example, "Are you free Saturday afternoon in town?"), so the conversation moves forward.
• Confirm the exact Pokémon: If forms or costumes matter, confirm the exact variant before meeting. A short message like "shiny, no costume, standard form" prevents mismatches.
• Agree on the meeting plan early: If you are trading locally, suggest a public place and a timeframe. If you cannot meet soon, say so upfront to avoid wasted effort.
• Keep your profile and listing consistent: Use the same trainer name and be clear about your region/time zone so people can coordinate without guessing.
• Be fair and flexible: If your request is rare, consider offering a stronger "Have" or widening your "Want" options. Small flexibility often turns a "maybe" into a completed trade.

Finally, treat your listing as a living post. If you change your priorities, update the listing rather than leaving confusing details that no longer apply.

Strong listings are easy to scan. A trainer should be able to understand what you are offering and what you want in a few seconds, then decide whether to message you. These are the details that tend to matter most on a trading marketplace.

• Clear "Have" and "Want": Keep your offer realistic and your request specific. If you want multiple possibilities, list the top few options you would actually accept.
• Useful notes: Include constraints like "can do weekdays after 6pm", "near city centre", or "looking to trade ASAP". Avoid long stories; aim for short, actionable info.
• Accurate status: Remove listings that are no longer available. Outdated listings reduce trust and make the page feel inactive.
• Respectful communication: Set expectations without being demanding. Polite, direct messages get better responses and reduce ghosting.

If you are unsure how much detail to add, start simple and iterate. Post a listing, watch how people respond, then refine your notes to answer the questions you keep getting.