LISTING POLICY
Marketplace Listing Rules & Standards
Last updated: January 15, 2025
1. OVERVIEW
This Listing Policy governs all item listings on PoshSkins marketplace. By listing items for sale, you agree to comply with these rules and standards. Violations may result in listing removal, account restrictions, or permanent bans.
2. LISTING REQUIREMENTS
General Requirements:
- Items must be genuine CS:GO/CS2 cosmetics
- You must own the item in your Steam inventory
- Items must be tradable (no trade hold)
- Items cannot be from VAC-banned accounts
- Listings must use accurate item names
- Prices must be in USD
- No duplicate listings of the same item
Item Eligibility:
- ✅ Cosmetic items (skins, sets, couriers)
- ✅ Immortal items
- ✅ Arcana items
- ✅ Collector's items
- ✅ Battle Pass rewards
- ❌ Exploited or duplicated items
- ❌ Items pending Steam Support investigation
- ❌ Non-tradable items
3. PRICING GUIDELINES
Price Setting:
- Prices should reflect fair market value
- Minimum listing price: $0.10 USD
- Maximum listing price: $50,000 USD
- Prices automatically sync with market data
- 10% markup applied to BitSkins base prices
Prohibited Pricing Practices:
- Price manipulation or artificial inflation
- Coordinated pricing schemes
- Misleading discount claims
- Bait-and-switch tactics
- Price fixing with other sellers
4. LISTING DESCRIPTIONS
Accurate Information:
- Use official item names only
- Include accurate quality and rarity
- Disclose any special attributes
- Mention inscriptions or gems if present
- State if item is part of a set
Prohibited Content:
- False or misleading descriptions
- Offensive or inappropriate language
- External links or advertisements
- Personal contact information
- Solicitation for off-platform trades
5. IMAGE REQUIREMENTS
Item images are automatically pulled from Steam Community Market. However:
- Images must accurately represent the item
- No edited or enhanced screenshots
- No misleading visual representations
- Custom images may be rejected
- Adult or offensive content is prohibited
6. LISTING DURATION & MANAGEMENT
Duration Rules:
- Listings remain active until sold or cancelled
- Automatic re-listing after 30 days of inactivity
- Maximum 100 active listings per account
- Bulk listing tools available for verified sellers
Listing Management:
- Edit prices anytime before sale
- Cancel listings with no penalty
- Automatic removal if item leaves inventory
- Instant listing after Steam trade confirmation
7. SELLER RESPONSIBILITIES
As a seller, you must:
- Maintain valid Steam Guard Mobile Authenticator
- Respond to trade offers within 24 hours
- Keep inventory public and accessible
- Honor all confirmed sales
- Provide accurate trade URL
- Not cancel trades after buyer payment
- Report any issues promptly
8. PROHIBITED ITEMS
The following items cannot be listed:
- Stolen or fraudulently obtained items
- Items from compromised accounts
- Duplicated or exploited items
- Items violating Valve's Terms of Service
- Items under dispute or investigation
- Non-CS:GO/CS2 items
- Steam Wallet funds or gift cards
- Account credentials
9. COMMISSION & FEES
Platform Commission:
- Common items: 4% seller fee
- Standard items: 5% seller fee
- Rare items: 5% seller fee
- Immortal items: 6% seller fee
- Arcana items: 7% seller fee
Fee Structure:
- Fees deducted from seller proceeds
- Buyer pays listed price (no hidden fees)
- Minimum transaction: $0.10
- Volume discounts for power sellers
10. VERIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Seller Verification Levels:
- Basic: Steam authentication only (up to $500/day)
- Verified: Email and phone verification ($5,000/day)
- Premium: KYC verification (unlimited)
KYC Requirements (Premium):
- Government-issued ID
- Proof of address
- Selfie verification
- Processing time: 24-48 hours
11. QUALITY STANDARDS
We maintain high quality standards:
- AI-powered listing verification
- Automated price validation
- Manual review for high-value items
- Community reporting system
- Regular seller performance reviews
12. VIOLATIONS & PENALTIES
Policy Violations:
- First offense: Warning and listing removal
- Second offense: 7-day listing suspension
- Third offense: 30-day account restriction
- Severe violations: Permanent ban
Appeal Process:
- Submit appeal to appeals@poshskins.com
- Include transaction IDs and evidence
- Response within 72 hours
- Final decisions by compliance team
13. BEST PRACTICES
For successful selling:
- Price competitively based on market data
- Respond quickly to trade offers
- Maintain good seller rating
- Keep inventory organized
- Use bulk tools for multiple items
- Monitor market trends via AI insights
14. UPDATES TO POLICY
We may update this Listing Policy to reflect changes in our marketplace operations or legal requirements. Sellers will be notified of material changes via email. Continued listing after changes constitutes acceptance.
15. CONTACT & SUPPORT
For listing support and questions:
Seller Support: sellers@poshskins.com
General Support: support@poshskins.com
Policy Questions: legal@poshskins.com
Live Chat: Available 24/7 on the website