Posting Policy

Admin July 11, 2026

Effective Date: 12 July 2026

Website: QuickList.co.nz

Owner: Catalyst Tech Solution Ltd

1. Introduction

Welcome to the QuickList Posting Policy ("Posting Policy").

This policy explains the rules and requirements that apply when users create, publish, edit, promote, or manage listings on QuickList.co.nz ("QuickList", "we", "our", or "us").

QuickList is an online marketplace that allows individuals, businesses, organisations, and service providers to advertise lawful goods and services, including:

Products for sale.
Vehicles.
Property.
Jobs and employment opportunities.
Services.
Business advertisements.
Community listings.
Events.
Other approved marketplace categories.

The purpose of this Posting Policy is to:

Maintain a safe and trustworthy marketplace.
Ensure listings are accurate and transparent.
Improve user experience.
Prevent fraud and misleading advertisements.
Protect buyers, sellers, and businesses.
Ensure compliance with New Zealand laws.

By posting any listing on QuickList, you agree to comply with this Posting Policy, our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, and all applicable laws.

2. Scope of This Policy

This Posting Policy applies to all users who create or manage listings on QuickList, including:

Private sellers.
Businesses.
Employers.
Recruiters.
Real estate advertisers.
Vehicle sellers.
Service providers.
Community organisations.
Professional advertisers.

The rules apply to all forms of content submitted through QuickList, including:

Listing titles.
Descriptions.
Images.
Videos.
Documents.
Contact information.
Prices.
Location details.
User-generated content.
Promotional material.

3. Responsibility for Listings

The person or organisation creating a listing is responsible for ensuring that the listing:

Is accurate.
Is complete.
Is current.
Complies with applicable laws.
Does not mislead users.
Does not infringe another person's rights.

QuickList provides a platform for users to connect but does not guarantee:

The accuracy of user listings.
The quality of advertised products or services.
The identity of advertisers.
The availability of advertised items.
The outcome of transactions.

Users must perform their own checks before buying, selling, renting, hiring, or entering into any agreement.

4. General Posting Requirements

All listings must:

4.1 Be Genuine

Listings must represent genuine offers.

You must not create listings for:

Items you do not own or have permission to sell.
Products that do not exist.
Services you cannot provide.
Fake employment opportunities.
False business promotions.

4.2 Be Accurate

Information provided must be truthful and not misleading.

This includes:

Product condition.
Price.
Availability.
Location.
Specifications.
Ownership details.
Qualifications.
Service capabilities.

You must disclose important information that may influence a user's decision.

4.3 Be Legally Permitted

Listings must comply with:

New Zealand laws.
Consumer protection requirements.
Advertising standards.
Product safety obligations.
Licensing requirements.

Users are responsible for obtaining any required permits, licences, approvals, or authorisations.

5. One Listing Per Item

Generally, users should create one listing per unique item or service.

You must not:

Post the same item multiple times.
Create duplicate listings across different categories.
Create multiple listings to increase visibility unfairly.
Delete and repost repeatedly to manipulate search results.

Examples of prohibited duplicate behaviour:

❌ The same vehicle advertised five times.

❌ The same house listed under multiple locations.

❌ The same service advertised repeatedly with minor wording changes.

QuickList may remove duplicate listings or restrict accounts that repeatedly violate this rule.

6. Choosing the Correct Category

Users must place listings in the most appropriate category.

Incorrect categorisation includes:

Advertising vehicles under general products.
Posting jobs under services.
Advertising prohibited goods under unrelated categories.
Using popular categories only to increase views.

QuickList may move listings to the correct category or remove incorrectly categorised listings.

7. Listing Titles

A listing title must:

Clearly describe the item or service.
Be relevant to the listing.
Avoid misleading claims.
Avoid excessive promotional language.

Acceptable examples:

✅ "2019 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Hatchback"

✅ "Professional House Cleaning Service Auckland"

✅ "Software Developer Position - Wellington"

Unacceptable examples:

❌ "CHEAP!!! BEST!!! AMAZING!!! CLICK NOW!!!"

❌ "iPhone 16" when selling a phone case

❌ "Free House" when conditions apply

8. Title Restrictions

Titles must not contain:

Excessive capital letters.
Repeated symbols.
Keyword stuffing.
Misleading brand names.
Unrelated search terms.
False urgency.

Examples:

Not allowed:

"IPHONE SAMSUNG GOOGLE TESLA CHEAP BEST DEAL"

when the listing is only for a single phone.

9. Listing Descriptions

Descriptions must provide enough information for users to understand the offer.

A good description should include:

Clear explanation of the product/service.
Condition information.
Important features.
Location.
Availability.
Relevant terms and conditions.

Descriptions must not:

Hide important defects.
Make false claims.
Copy another seller's description without permission.
Include irrelevant keywords.
Contain offensive material.

10. Condition Information

Where applicable, sellers must accurately describe condition.

Examples:

New

The item is unused and in original condition.

Used

The item has previously been owned or used.

Refurbished

The item has been restored, repaired, or professionally renewed.

Damaged

The item has defects or requires repair.

Users must not describe used or damaged items as new.

11. Contact Information in Listings

Users should communicate through QuickList messaging tools where available.

Listings must not include:

Fake contact details.
Someone else's personal information.
Unauthorised email addresses.
Personal information collected from others.

Businesses may include authorised business contact details.

QuickList may restrict external contact information where necessary to prevent fraud or protect user privacy.

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12. Images and Video Requirements

Images and videos are an important part of marketplace trust. Users must ensure that all uploaded media accurately represents the goods, services, property, vehicles, jobs, or other content being advertised.

All images and videos must:

Be relevant to the listing.
Clearly show the advertised item or service.
Represent the current condition of the item.
Be owned by the user or used with permission.
Not contain misleading edits or modifications.
Not contain unlawful or prohibited material.

13. Prohibited Image and Video Content

Users must not upload images or videos that:

Misrepresent the advertised item.
Show a different product or service.
Use stock images that falsely represent actual goods.
Contain another person's private information.
Display payment details, identification documents, or confidential records.
Contain offensive, hateful, violent, or illegal material.
Infringe copyright, trademark, or other intellectual property rights.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Using a manufacturer's image when selling a used item without making this clear.

❌ Uploading another seller's photographs.

❌ Uploading an edited image that hides damage or defects.

14. Image Quality Standards

Users should provide clear and accurate images.

Recommended practices:

Use good lighting.
Show multiple angles where appropriate.
Include close-up images of important features or defects.
Avoid excessive filters.
Avoid watermarks that obscure important information.

For vehicles, property, and high-value items, users should provide sufficient images to allow potential buyers to make informed decisions.

15. Pricing Rules

Users must provide accurate pricing information.

Prices must:

Represent the actual selling price where possible.
Clearly identify whether GST is included where required.
Clearly disclose additional fees or charges.
Not intentionally mislead buyers.

16. Misleading Pricing Practices

Users must not:

Advertise unrealistic prices to attract attention.
Hide mandatory fees.
Advertise "free" items that require payment.
Use extremely low prices when the actual price is different.
Change prices after contact to mislead buyers.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Free phone" when only accessories are free.

❌ "$1 vehicle" when the actual price is thousands of dollars.

❌ "From $99" when the advertised product is not available at that price.

17. Offers and Negotiation

If negotiation is allowed, sellers should clearly indicate this.

Users should not:

Advertise a fixed price while refusing all buyers without explanation.
Use fake offers to create urgency.
Encourage bidding manipulation.

Buyers should make genuine offers and avoid repeatedly making unrealistic enquiries.

18. Promotional Claims

Any promotional claims must be truthful and capable of being supported.

Users must not claim:

"Best price in New Zealand" without evidence.
"Guaranteed results" without legal basis.
"Official supplier" without authorisation.
"Number one service" without supporting information.

Advertising must comply with the New Zealand Fair Trading Act 1986 and applicable advertising standards.

19. Location Information

Users must provide accurate location information.

Listings should identify:

Actual location of the item or service.
Relevant delivery areas.
Service coverage areas where applicable.

Users must not:

Use false locations to appear closer to buyers.
Advertise unavailable locations.
Misrepresent where goods are stored.

For privacy and safety reasons, users should avoid publishing unnecessary private residential details.

20. Updating Listings

Users are responsible for keeping listings accurate and current.

You should update listings when:

The price changes.
The item is sold.
Availability changes.
Contact details change.
Important information changes.

Listings that are no longer available should be removed or marked as unavailable.

21. Listing Expiry and Renewal

QuickList may provide expiry dates for certain listing categories or paid promotions.

Users may be required to:

Renew expired listings.
Confirm continued availability.
Update outdated information.

Renewing a listing does not permit users to bypass duplicate listing rules or manipulate search rankings.

22. Editing Listings

Users may edit their listings where functionality is available.

Changes must continue to comply with this Posting Policy.

Users must not significantly alter an existing listing to advertise a different item or service.

Example:

Not allowed:

❌ Creating a listing for a laptop and later changing it into a vehicle advertisement.

A new listing should be created when the advertised item or service materially changes.

23. Business Advertising

Businesses using QuickList must ensure advertisements are professional, accurate, and compliant with New Zealand laws.

Business listings should include:

Correct business name.
Accurate contact information.
Description of products or services.
Relevant qualifications or licences where required.

Businesses must not:

Misrepresent their identity.
Pretend to be private sellers.
Advertise unavailable services.
Make misleading claims about expertise or experience.

24. Brand Names and Trademarks

Users may mention brands where relevant to accurately describe an item.

However, users must not:

Claim to be an authorised distributor without permission.
Use trademarks to mislead buyers.
Sell counterfeit branded goods.
Create listings designed to impersonate official businesses.

Example:

Allowed:

✅ "Used Apple iPhone 15 Pro"

Not allowed:

❌ "Official Apple Store Sale" when the seller is not affiliated with Apple.

25. External Links

Users may include external links only where permitted by QuickList.

Links must:

Direct users to legitimate information.
Not contain malicious software.
Not redirect users to fraudulent websites.

Users must not use listings to:

Redirect traffic away from QuickList for prohibited purposes.
Promote scams.
Collect personal information unlawfully.
Circumvent QuickList payment or safety systems.

26. Keyword Usage

Listings should use keywords naturally and accurately.

Users must not:

Add unrelated brand names.
Add popular search terms unrelated to the listing.
Repeat keywords excessively.
Manipulate search results.

Example:

Not allowed:

❌ "Toyota BMW Tesla Mercedes iPhone Samsung Laptop"

when selling a single bicycle.

27. Automated Posting

Users must not use automated tools, scripts, bots, or software to create listings unless expressly authorised by QuickList.

Automated posting may:

Create spam.
Reduce marketplace quality.
Affect search fairness.
Harm user experience.

Business integrations or approved API access may be permitted under separate agreements.

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28. Category-Specific Posting Rules

Different categories on QuickList may have additional requirements to ensure listings are accurate, useful, and compliant with New Zealand laws.

Users must follow both:

The general posting requirements in this policy.
The specific requirements for the category they are posting in.

QuickList may introduce additional rules for specific categories as the marketplace develops.

29. Vehicle Listings

Vehicle advertisements must provide accurate and complete information about the vehicle being advertised.

Vehicle listings may include:

Make and model.
Year of manufacture.
Variant or trim level.
Vehicle type.
Engine size or fuel type.
Transmission type.
Mileage/odometer reading.
Registration status.
Warrant of Fitness (WoF) status where applicable.
Service history where available.
Condition details.
Known faults or damage.
Location.
Price.

30. Vehicle Listing Requirements

Vehicle sellers must not:

Misrepresent vehicle condition.
Alter or hide odometer information.
Hide significant damage history.
Advertise vehicles they do not have authority to sell.
Provide false registration information.
Use misleading photographs.
Claim inspections or certifications that have not occurred.

31. Vehicle Documentation

Users should avoid publishing sensitive vehicle documents publicly.

Examples of information that should not be displayed:

Full ownership documents.
Personal identification details.
Driver licence information.
Financial information.

Users may provide relevant documentation privately during a genuine transaction.

32. Property Listings

Property advertisements may include:

Residential properties.
Commercial properties.
Land.
Rentals.
Shared accommodation.
Holiday accommodation.
Property services.

Users must ensure property information is accurate.

33. Property Listing Requirements

Property listings should include:

Property type.
Location.
Number of bedrooms and bathrooms where applicable.
Key features.
Rental or sale price.
Availability date.
Inspection information.
Relevant conditions.

34. Property Advertising Restrictions

Users must not:

Advertise properties without authority.
Misrepresent ownership or management rights.
Provide false property information.
Use misleading images.
Discriminate unlawfully in housing advertisements.

Property providers must comply with applicable New Zealand property and tenancy laws.

35. Rental Listings

Rental advertisements must accurately describe:

Rent amount.
Bond requirements.
Available dates.
Location.
Property condition.
Tenancy requirements.

Users must not advertise:

Fake rental properties.
Properties they do not control.
Unavailable accommodation.
Illegal tenancy arrangements.

36. Employment and Job Listings

Employers and recruiters may use QuickList to advertise employment opportunities.

Job advertisements must be:

Genuine.
Accurate.
Lawful.
Clear about the role being offered.

37. Job Listing Requirements

Employment listings should include:

Employer or organisation name.
Position title.
Job description.
Required skills or qualifications.
Employment type.
Location.
Salary or wage information where appropriate.
Application method.

38. Prohibited Employment Listings

Users must not post:

Fake job opportunities.
Recruitment scams.
Jobs requiring illegal activity.
Misleading salary promises.
Positions that unlawfully discriminate.
Requests for unnecessary personal information.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Earn $10,000 per week guaranteed" without evidence.

❌ Job advertisements designed only to collect identity information.

39. Resume and Candidate Information

Job seekers may upload resumes or professional information where supported.

Users should avoid including unnecessary sensitive information.

Employers must handle applicant information responsibly and comply with applicable privacy obligations.

QuickList does not guarantee employment outcomes or verify every employer or applicant.

40. Services Listings

Service providers may advertise professional or personal services.

Examples include:

Cleaning services.
Construction services.
Technology services.
Consulting.
Repair services.
Education services.
Freelance services.

41. Service Provider Requirements

Service listings must accurately describe:

The service offered.
Experience or qualifications.
Service location.
Pricing or pricing method.
Availability.

Users must not:

Claim qualifications they do not have.
Advertise services they cannot provide.
Make unrealistic guarantees.
Misrepresent professional licences.

42. Professional Services

Certain services may require licences, registrations, or qualifications under New Zealand law.

Examples include:

Electrical work.
Building services.
Financial services.
Immigration advice.
Health services.
Legal services.

Where required, advertisers must hold appropriate authorisations.

QuickList may request evidence of qualifications or licences.

43. Business Directory Listings

Businesses may create profiles or listings to promote their services.

Business listings may include:

Business name.
Description.
Contact details.
Website.
Location.
Opening hours.
Images.
Services offered.

Businesses are responsible for ensuring their information remains accurate.

44. Event Listings

Events advertised on QuickList must include accurate information.

Examples include:

Community events.
Workshops.
Courses.
Markets.
Entertainment events.

Event listings should include:

Event name.
Date and time.
Location.
Organiser information.
Ticket information where applicable.

45. Event Restrictions

Users must not advertise:

Fake events.
Events intended for fraud.
Events promoting illegal activities.
Events without required permissions.

Event organisers are responsible for obtaining required licences, permissions, and approvals.

46. Community Listings

Community listings may include:

Local announcements.
Volunteer opportunities.
Community activities.
Charitable activities.

Community listings must:

Provide accurate information.
Clearly identify organisers.
Avoid misleading fundraising claims.

47. High-Value Item Listings

For expensive items, users should provide additional information to increase trust.

Examples include:

Electronics.
Jewellery.
Collectibles.
Luxury goods.
Machinery.
Business equipment.

Users should consider including:

Proof of ownership.
Purchase history.
Authenticity information.
Condition details.

48. Authentication and Verification

QuickList may introduce verification services for certain categories.

Verification may include:

Identity verification.
Business verification.
Product verification.
Document verification.

Verification does not guarantee the quality or condition of an item and does not replace buyer due diligence.

49. Animals and Pet Listings

Where animal-related listings are permitted, users must comply with:

New Zealand animal welfare requirements.
Local council rules.
Licensing requirements where applicable.

Users must not advertise animals:

Obtained illegally.
Without required authority.
In unsafe conditions.
Using misleading descriptions.

QuickList may apply additional restrictions to animal listings.

50. Digital Goods and Online Services

Digital products and online services must be clearly described.

Examples include:

Software.
Digital subscriptions.
Online courses.
Website services.
Digital designs.

Users must not advertise:

Stolen accounts.
Pirated software.
Unauthorised access.
Hacked services.
Copyright-infringing materials.

51. Restricted and Prohibited Listings

To maintain a safe, lawful, and trusted marketplace, certain goods, services, and activities are not permitted on QuickList.

Users must not create listings that:

Are illegal under New Zealand law.
Promote unlawful activity.
Create a risk to public safety.
Mislead or deceive users.
Infringe the rights of others.
Violate any applicable regulations.

QuickList may remove any listing that breaches this policy, even if the item or service is not specifically listed below.

52. Illegal Goods and Services

Users must not advertise, sell, promote, or facilitate transactions involving illegal goods or services.

Examples include:

Stolen property.
Fraudulent documents.
Fake identification.
Goods obtained through illegal activity.
Services intended to facilitate crime.
Items prohibited by New Zealand law.

Users must have lawful ownership or authority to sell any item listed.

53. Counterfeit Goods

Counterfeit or imitation goods are prohibited.

Users must not list:

Fake branded products.
Replica designer goods presented as genuine.
Counterfeit electronics.
Fake certificates or documents.
Products using unauthorised trademarks.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Fake luxury handbags advertised as genuine.

❌ Replica watches sold using the original brand name.

❌ Counterfeit branded clothing.

Users selling branded products should provide accurate descriptions and avoid misleading claims about authenticity.

54. Intellectual Property Protection

Users must respect intellectual property rights, including:

Copyright.
Trademarks.
Patents.
Designs.
Trade secrets.

Listings must not:

Copy another person's photographs without permission.
Use copyrighted descriptions without authorisation.
Sell unauthorised copies of products.
Impersonate official businesses.
Use trademarks in a misleading way.

QuickList may remove content following a valid intellectual property complaint.

55. Stolen Property

Users must not advertise items that are:

Stolen.
Suspected to be stolen.
Obtained through unlawful means.

Examples include:

Stolen vehicles.
Stolen electronics.
Stolen business equipment.
Lost property that the user does not have permission to sell.

QuickList may cooperate with law enforcement where required.

56. Weapons and Dangerous Items

Users must not list items that are prohibited under New Zealand law or create an unreasonable safety risk.

Restricted items may include:

Illegal weapons.
Prohibited firearms.
Restricted weapons.
Explosive devices.
Weapon components prohibited by law.
Items intended for unlawful harm.

Any permitted items must comply with all applicable licensing and legal requirements.

QuickList reserves the right to remove weapon-related listings at its discretion.

57. Explosives and Hazardous Materials

Users must not advertise dangerous materials including:

Explosives.
Fireworks where prohibited.
Hazardous chemicals.
Toxic substances.
Dangerous industrial materials.
Unlawfully stored hazardous goods.

Businesses handling regulated materials are responsible for complying with all safety requirements.

58. Drugs and Controlled Substances

Listings involving illegal drugs or controlled substances are prohibited.

Users must not advertise:

Illegal drugs.
Controlled substances without lawful authority.
Drug manufacturing equipment intended for illegal use.
Substances promoted as illegal alternatives.

QuickList may remove related content and take appropriate enforcement action.

59. Medicines and Health Products

Users must not advertise:

Prescription medicines without lawful authorisation.
Unapproved medical products.
False medical treatments.
Products making unsupported health claims.

Health-related advertisements must comply with applicable New Zealand regulations.

Users must not claim that a product:

Cures diseases.
Guarantees medical outcomes.
Replaces professional medical advice.

60. Alcohol, Tobacco, and Vaping Products

Listings involving regulated products must comply with New Zealand laws.

Users must not advertise:

Illegal alcohol sales.
Tobacco products where prohibited.
Restricted vaping products.
Products sold without required approvals.

Age-restricted products must only be advertised where legally permitted.

61. Adult Content and Sexual Services

QuickList does not permit listings that promote illegal or exploitative sexual content or services.

Users must not post:

Sexual services where prohibited.
Exploitative content.
Non-consensual material.
Sexual content involving minors.
Explicit content unrelated to a lawful category.

QuickList may remove any content that is inappropriate, harmful, or inconsistent with community standards.

62. Gambling and Betting Activities

Users must not advertise:

Illegal gambling activities.
Unlicensed betting services.
Fraudulent investment schemes.
Gambling products prohibited by law.

Any permitted promotional activity must comply with applicable New Zealand regulations.

63. Financial Products and Investment Opportunities

Financial advertisements must be accurate and lawful.

Users must not promote:

Guaranteed investment returns.
Ponzi schemes.
Pyramid schemes.
Fraudulent trading opportunities.
Unlicensed financial services.

Financial service providers may be required to hold appropriate registrations or authorisations.

64. Loans and Money Services

Users must not advertise:

Fake lending services.
Advance-fee loan scams.
Illegal money transfer services.
Fraudulent financial assistance.

Any legitimate financial service provider must comply with applicable New Zealand laws.

65. Personal Information and Privacy

Listings must not expose another person's private information.

Users must not publish:

Someone else's phone number without permission.
Personal identification documents.
Banking information.
Private addresses unrelated to a legitimate listing.
Confidential business information.

Users must comply with the Privacy Act 2020 when handling personal information.

66. Misleading or Fraudulent Listings

Listings must not be designed to deceive users.

Examples include:

Fake products.
False discounts.
Fake reviews.
False business identities.
Fake job opportunities.
Advance payment scams.
Requests for unnecessary personal information.

QuickList may investigate suspicious activity and restrict accounts involved in fraud.

67. Scam Prevention Requirements

Users should avoid:

Requests to move conversations immediately outside QuickList.
Payments through suspicious methods.
Offers that appear unrealistic.
Requests for passwords or verification codes.
Requests for identity documents before trust is established.

Users should report suspicious activity through available reporting channels.

68. Content Standards

All content submitted to QuickList must contribute to a safe, reliable, and respectful marketplace.

This includes:

Listing titles.
Descriptions.
Images.
Videos.
Messages.
Reviews.
Business profiles.
Comments.
Other user-generated content.

Users are responsible for ensuring that their content complies with this Posting Policy and applicable New Zealand laws.

69. Accurate and Honest Information

Users must provide information that is:

Truthful.
Complete.
Current.
Relevant to the listing.
Easy for other users to understand.

Users must not:

Hide important information.
Exaggerate product features.
Make false claims.
Misrepresent the condition of goods.
Provide misleading comparisons.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Brand new" when the item has been used.

❌ "Original product" when the item is a replica.

❌ "Guaranteed income opportunity" without evidence.

70. Offensive and Inappropriate Content

QuickList does not allow content that is:

Abusive.
Threatening.
Harassing.
Extremely offensive.
Obscene.
Intended to intimidate or harm others.

Users must communicate respectfully with other marketplace participants.

71. Hate Speech and Discrimination

Users must not create listings or communications that promote hatred, hostility, or discrimination against individuals or groups based on protected characteristics.

This includes content that attacks or encourages harm against people because of characteristics such as:

Race or ethnicity.
National origin.
Religion.
Gender.
Disability.
Age.
Other legally protected attributes.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Advertising services with discriminatory requirements.

❌ Statements encouraging hatred or violence.

❌ Refusing lawful services based on protected characteristics.

72. Political and Social Advertising

Political, social, and community-related advertisements must be accurate and lawful.

Users posting political content must not:

Spread knowingly false information.
Impersonate political organisations.
Misrepresent candidates or organisations.
Encourage unlawful activity.

QuickList may apply additional rules during election periods or major public events.

73. Religious Content

Religious listings are permitted where they are lawful and respectful.

Users must not:

Attack or discriminate against other beliefs.
Promote harmful activities.
Use religion to facilitate scams or fraud.
Misrepresent organisations.

74. Images Showing People

Images containing people must be used responsibly.

Users must not upload images of individuals without appropriate permission where required.

Users should avoid publishing:

Children's personal information.
Private individuals' identifying information.
Images taken in private circumstances without consent.

75. Reviews and Ratings

Where QuickList provides review or rating functionality, reviews must represent genuine experiences.

Users must not:

Post fake reviews.
Pay others to create false reviews.
Threaten users to obtain positive reviews.
Submit multiple reviews from fake accounts.
Post reviews unrelated to an actual interaction.

76. Review Content Standards

Reviews must:

Be honest.
Be relevant.
Be respectful.
Describe genuine experiences.

Reviews must not contain:

Personal attacks.
Threats.
Private information.
False allegations.
Promotional spam.

QuickList may remove reviews that breach these requirements.

77. User Communication Rules

QuickList may provide messaging tools to allow users to communicate.

Users must use messaging responsibly.

Users must not:

Send spam messages.
Harass other users.
Send abusive content.
Request sensitive information unnecessarily.
Attempt fraud.
Send malicious links.

78. Off-Platform Communication

Users may choose to communicate outside QuickList where appropriate.

However, users should exercise caution.

QuickList recommends that users:

Keep important transaction discussions recorded.
Avoid sharing sensitive information unnecessarily.
Verify the identity of other parties.
Use secure payment methods.

QuickList is not responsible for communications or transactions conducted outside its platform.

79. Spam Prevention

Spam reduces marketplace quality and is prohibited.

Spam includes:

Repeated unwanted listings.
Bulk promotional messages.
Fake enquiries.
Automated advertisements.
Irrelevant comments.
Excessive self-promotion.

QuickList may limit or remove accounts involved in spam activity.

80. Search Manipulation

Users must not attempt to unfairly influence QuickList search results.

Prohibited activities include:

Creating multiple accounts.
Repeatedly reposting identical listings.
Using unrelated keywords.
Artificially increasing views.
Manipulating prices to attract clicks.

QuickList may remove manipulated listings and restrict offending accounts.

81. Listing Removal and Moderation

QuickList may review, restrict, edit, hide, or remove listings where we believe they:

Breach this Posting Policy.
Breach the Terms and Conditions.
Violate applicable law.
Create safety concerns.
Harm marketplace trust.
Mislead users.

Moderation decisions may be made using:

Automated systems.
User reports.
Manual review.
Legal requests.
Security investigations.

82. Automated Moderation Systems

QuickList may use automated tools, including artificial intelligence systems, to assist with:

Detecting prohibited content.
Identifying spam.
Preventing fraud.
Improving marketplace safety.

Automated decisions may be reviewed by humans where appropriate.

Users acknowledge that automated systems may occasionally make errors, and QuickList may investigate disputed decisions.

83. Reasons for Listing Removal

A listing may be removed if it:

Contains prohibited goods.
Contains inaccurate information.
Uses misleading pricing.
Violates intellectual property rights.
Receives credible complaints.
Creates safety risks.
Appears fraudulent.
Violates category requirements.

Removal does not necessarily mean that QuickList has determined legal liability.

84. Editing or Correction Requests

Where appropriate, QuickList may request that users:

Correct inaccurate information.
Update outdated listings.
Provide supporting documentation.
Remove prohibited content.

Failure to comply may result in further restrictions.

85. Appeals Process

If a user believes a listing was incorrectly removed or restricted, they may request a review.

Appeals should include:

Account information.
Listing details.
Reason for the appeal.
Supporting evidence.

QuickList will review appeals in a reasonable manner.

The outcome of an appeal may include:

Restoring the listing.
Requesting changes.
Maintaining removal.
Restricting the account.

86. Enforcement Actions

QuickList is committed to maintaining a safe, reliable, and trustworthy marketplace.

Where users or listings breach this Posting Policy, QuickList may take appropriate enforcement action depending on:

The seriousness of the breach.
The potential harm caused.
Whether the behaviour is repeated.
The user's previous history.
Legal or regulatory requirements.
Risks to other users or the platform.

Enforcement actions may include:

Requesting changes to a listing.
Removing content.
Limiting visibility.
Issuing warnings.
Restricting account features.
Suspending accounts.
Permanently disabling accounts.
Reporting matters to relevant authorities where required.

87. Listing Warnings

For minor or first-time issues, QuickList may issue a warning and request that the user correct the listing.

Examples include:

Incorrect category selection.
Missing information.
Poor-quality descriptions.
Minor formatting issues.
Unclear pricing information.

Users should update listings promptly after receiving a warning.

88. Listing Removal

QuickList may remove listings where they:

Breach this Posting Policy.
Contain prohibited items.
Are misleading or inaccurate.
Create safety concerns.
Receive valid complaints.
Violate intellectual property rights.
Appear fraudulent.

Removed listings may not be restored unless QuickList determines that the removal was incorrect or the user has corrected the issue.

89. Listing Visibility Restrictions

QuickList may reduce the visibility of listings where necessary to protect marketplace quality.

Actions may include:

Removing search priority.
Limiting recommendations.
Removing promotional placement.
Temporarily hiding listings.

Visibility restrictions may be applied to:

Low-quality listings.
Duplicate listings.
Suspected spam.
Misleading advertisements.

90. Account Restrictions

QuickList may restrict account functionality where users repeatedly breach marketplace rules.

Restrictions may include:

Limiting the ability to create listings.
Restricting messaging.
Removing promotional features.
Requiring additional verification.
Limiting certain categories.

91. Account Suspension

QuickList may temporarily suspend accounts where:

There is suspected fraudulent activity.
The account security is compromised.
The user repeatedly violates policies.
Additional investigation is required.
Legal compliance requires temporary restriction.

During suspension:

Listings may become unavailable.
Some account features may be disabled.
The user may be required to provide additional information.

92. Permanent Account Removal

QuickList may permanently remove accounts where users:

Conduct scams or fraudulent activity.
Repeatedly violate marketplace rules.
Sell prohibited items.
Abuse other users.
Attempt to bypass enforcement actions.
Threaten platform security.

Users whose accounts are permanently removed must not create replacement accounts to avoid restrictions.

93. Multiple Account Restrictions

Users should generally operate only legitimate accounts.

Users must not create multiple accounts to:

Avoid previous restrictions.
Manipulate listings.
Increase visibility unfairly.
Circumvent category limits.
Continue prohibited activity.

QuickList may restrict related accounts where appropriate.

94. Seller Responsibilities

Sellers are responsible for:

Providing accurate listings.
Communicating honestly.
Completing transactions in good faith.
Delivering goods or services as described.
Complying with applicable laws.
Maintaining appropriate records.

Sellers must not:

Mislead buyers.
Request prohibited payments.
Use false identities.
Manipulate reviews.
Avoid legitimate customer complaints.

95. Buyer Responsibilities

Buyers using QuickList should:

Review listing information carefully.
Ask questions before purchasing.
Verify important details.
Inspect items where appropriate.
Use safe payment methods.
Avoid suspicious offers.

Buyers should not:

Harass sellers.
Make fraudulent claims.
Abuse reporting systems.
Attempt to obtain goods without payment.

96. Transaction Safety

QuickList encourages users to take reasonable precautions when completing transactions.

Recommended practices include:

Meeting in safe public locations.
Verifying item ownership.
Checking goods before payment.
Keeping transaction records.
Avoiding unusual payment requests.

QuickList does not guarantee or insure transactions between users unless expressly stated.

97. Payment Safety

Users should be cautious when handling payments.

Users should avoid:

Sending money before verifying legitimacy.
Sharing banking passwords.
Providing security codes.
Accepting suspicious payment arrangements.
Using payment methods that offer no protection where risk is high.

QuickList may provide payment-related features in the future, subject to additional terms.

98. Reporting Violations

Users can help maintain marketplace safety by reporting:

Suspicious listings.
Fraud attempts.
Prohibited items.
Abuse.
Fake accounts.
Intellectual property violations.

Reports should include:

Listing details.
Reason for reporting.
Supporting information where available.

False or malicious reports may result in account action.

99. Cooperation With Investigations

Users agree to reasonably cooperate with QuickList investigations relating to:

Fraud.
Security incidents.
Policy violations.
Complaints.
Legal requirements.

Cooperation may include:

Providing additional information.
Confirming ownership.
Verifying identity.
Explaining listing details.

Failure to cooperate may result in restrictions.

100. Law Enforcement and Regulatory Requests

QuickList may cooperate with lawful requests from:

New Zealand Police.
Government agencies.
Courts.
Regulatory authorities.
Other authorised organisations.

Information may be disclosed where required or permitted by law.

101. Data Preservation

QuickList may preserve information relating to:

Suspicious accounts.
Removed listings.
Fraud investigations.
Legal disputes.
Security incidents.

Preserved information may include:

Account details.
Listing history.
Communication records.
Transaction-related information.

Retention will occur in accordance with applicable laws and QuickList policies.

102. Repeat Violations

Repeated breaches may result in stronger enforcement actions.

Examples:

Multiple prohibited listings.
Repeated spam.
Repeated misleading advertisements.
Repeated account creation after bans.

QuickList may consider previous violations when determining enforcement outcomes.

103. Seller Verification Requirements

QuickList may introduce verification processes to improve marketplace trust and reduce fraudulent activity.

Verification may apply to:

Individual sellers.
Businesses.
Professional service providers.
Vehicle sellers.
Property advertisers.
High-volume sellers.
Users operating paid accounts.

Verification requirements may vary depending on:

Category.
Transaction value.
Account activity.
Risk assessment.
Legal requirements.

104. Identity Verification

Where required, users may be asked to verify their identity.

Verification methods may include:

Email verification.
Mobile phone verification.
Identity document verification.
Address verification.
Other reasonable authentication methods.

Users must provide accurate information and must not:

Use another person's identity.
Submit false documents.
Attempt to bypass verification.

Failure to complete verification may result in restrictions on account activity.

105. Business Verification

Businesses advertising on QuickList may be required to provide business information.

Information may include:

Legal business name.
Trading name.
New Zealand Business Number (NZBN), where applicable.
Company registration details.
Business address.
Contact information.
Evidence of authority to represent the business.

Businesses are responsible for ensuring that all information provided remains accurate.

106. Verified Business Profiles

QuickList may offer verified business profiles or badges.

A verification badge may indicate that:

Certain information has been reviewed.
The account has completed a verification process.
The business information provided matches available records.

Verification does not mean that:

QuickList endorses the business.
Products are guaranteed.
Services are recommended.
Transactions are risk-free.

Users should continue to perform their own checks.

107. High-Volume Sellers

Users who frequently post listings or operate commercial activities may be classified as business sellers.

High-volume sellers may be required to:

Provide additional verification.
Follow business advertising rules.
Maintain accurate product information.
Comply with consumer protection obligations.

QuickList may apply additional requirements to maintain marketplace quality.

108. Advertising Standards

All advertisements published through QuickList must be:

Truthful.
Accurate.
Clear.
Not misleading.
Consistent with New Zealand advertising requirements.

Advertisers must comply with applicable laws, including:

Fair Trading Act 1986.
Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 where applicable.
Advertising standards and industry requirements.

109. Misleading Advertising

Users must not create advertisements that:

Contain false statements.
Hide important conditions.
Make unsupported claims.
Create false impressions.
Misrepresent prices or availability.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Lowest price guaranteed" without evidence.

❌ "Limited stock" when stock is unlimited.

❌ "Government approved" without authorisation.

110. Promotional Listings

QuickList may offer promotional features including:

Featured listings.
Priority placement.
Homepage promotion.
Highlighted advertisements.
Business promotions.

Promotional services may have separate fees and terms.

Purchasing promotion does not guarantee:

A sale.
Customer enquiries.
Increased revenue.
Search ranking placement beyond the advertised feature.

111. Paid Listing Requirements

Users purchasing paid features must:

Provide accurate payment information.
Pay applicable fees.
Use promotional services responsibly.
Follow all marketplace rules.

QuickList may remove promoted content if it violates this Posting Policy.

112. Marketplace Trust Features

QuickList may introduce trust and safety features, including:

Verified accounts.
Seller ratings.
Reviews.
Reporting tools.
Safety notifications.
Transaction feedback.

These features are intended to improve marketplace confidence but do not replace user responsibility.

113. Ratings and Reputation Systems

Where available, ratings and reputation systems must be used honestly.

Users must not:

Manipulate ratings.
Create fake reviews.
Exchange reviews unfairly.
Threaten others for positive feedback.

QuickList may remove suspicious ratings or restrict accounts involved in manipulation.

114. Safe Communication Practices

Users should communicate responsibly when using QuickList.

Recommended practices:

Keep conversations within QuickList where possible.
Avoid sharing unnecessary personal information.
Do not share passwords or verification codes.
Be cautious of unusual requests.
Report suspicious behaviour.

115. Safe Transactions

Users should take reasonable precautions before completing transactions.

Recommended practices include:

Meeting in safe locations.
Inspecting goods before payment.
Confirming ownership.
Using secure payment methods.
Keeping receipts and transaction records.

QuickList does not act as a buyer, seller, payment provider, or transaction guarantor unless expressly stated.

116. User Responsibility After Transactions

After completing a transaction, users remain responsible for:

Honouring agreements made with other users.
Handling disputes directly where appropriate.
Maintaining relevant records.
Complying with consumer and legal obligations.

QuickList may assist with platform-related issues but is generally not responsible for private agreements between users.

117. Policy Updates

QuickList may update this Posting Policy from time to time.

Updates may occur due to:

Changes in New Zealand law.
Marketplace improvements.
New categories.
Safety requirements.
Business changes.
User feedback.

The latest version will be published on QuickList.co.nz.

118. User Acceptance

By creating, publishing, editing, or managing a listing on QuickList, you confirm that:

You have read this Posting Policy.
You understand your responsibilities.
Your listings comply with these requirements.
Your content complies with applicable laws.
You accept that QuickList may moderate or remove content that breaches this policy.