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Make an offer
Three flexible ways to trade
Barter Bucks adapts to the trade — pure swaps always remain possible.
Item for item
A pure swap. Trade something you have directly for something you want — no credits needed.
Item + BB for item
Balance an uneven trade by adding Barter Bucks so both sides feel fair.
BB for item
Use your Barter Bucks credits to acquire an item outright.
Prefer a straight swap? Pure item-for-item trades remain possible — no credits required.
The journey
From sign-up to a completed trade
Twelve clear steps, each designed to feel effortless and secure.
- 01
Create an account
Join Barter Bucks and set up your trusted trading profile in minutes.
- 02
List an item
Publish what you offer with clear photos and details using guided tools.
- 03
Discover or get matched
Browse listings or receive AI match suggestions tailored to what you want.
- 04
Make an offer
Propose a trade: item for item, item plus BB for item, or BB for item.
- 05
Review the offer & fee preview
See the full offer and any applicable fee preview before you commit — no surprises.
- 06
Accept the trade
Both parties confirm the agreed terms of the exchange.
- 07
Lock required BB in escrow
Any Barter Bucks involved are securely held in escrow until the trade completes.
- 08
Receive trade-specific QR codes
Unique QR codes are issued to verify the correct items at handover.
- 09
Complete handover or delivery
Use your chosen handover or delivery method — in person, partner location or courier.
- 10
Confirm delivery
Each party confirms the agreed items were received as described.
- 11
Release escrow
Once delivery is confirmed, any locked Barter Bucks are released.
- 12
Rate the completed trade
Leave a rating to strengthen trust and reputation across the community.
Built-in by design
Everything that keeps a trade safe
Protection, verification and transparency — woven through the entire experience.
Smart match suggestions
AI surfaces relevant trades — but only ever suggests. People stay in control.
Transparent fee preview
Any applicable fees are shown clearly before you accept a trade.
BB escrow
Required Barter Bucks are locked safely until both sides complete.
QR verification
Trade-specific QR codes confirm the right items change hands.
Flexible delivery
Hand over in person, at a partner location, or via courier.
Trade ratings
Every completed trade builds lasting, visible reputation.
Human-controlled by design
AI suggests. People decide.
AI may suggest matches, but it never controls escrow or settlement. Every trade is agreed and completed by people.
Ready to make your first trade?
Join the beta and experience premium bartering, protected end to end.