Legal
Marketplace Rules
These rules apply to everyone who buys, sells or messages on Trail Closet.
Listings
- Listings must be truthful. Describe condition, defects, repairs, modifications and anything missing.
- Photos must show the actual item being sold, not stock imagery.
- Prices, brands, models and included accessories must be stated accurately.
Prohibited and restricted items
- Counterfeit, replica or knock-off gear is prohibited.
- Stolen goods are prohibited.
- Items that are illegal to sell or ship, or that are restricted by carrier rules, are prohibited.
- Recalled safety equipment and life-safety gear with unknown history may be restricted or removed.
Communication and conduct
- Harassment, threats, hate speech and abusive messaging are prohibited.
- Spam, scams and phishing attempts are prohibited.
- Do not attempt to move a transaction off Trail Closet to avoid fees or protections.
Transactions
- Sellers must ship within 48 hours using an approved trackable ground service.
- Tracking information must be entered in Trail Closet.
- Sellers must honor the return policy shown on their listing.
- Both parties must cooperate in good faith with Trail Closet during a dispute, including providing evidence and carrier records.
Reporting abuse
Report a listing, member or message through the Help Center. Reports are reviewed by Trail Closet and are not shared with the reported member.
Enforcement
Violations of these rules may result in:
- Listing removal
- A formal warning
- Temporary account suspension
- Permanent account ban
Trail Closet may also hold payouts, reverse transactions or restrict marketplace features while a violation is being investigated.
