Prohibited Items Policy

Admin July 11, 2026

Website: QuickList.co.nz

Owner: Catalyst Tech Solution Ltd

Effective Date: 12 July 2026

Version: 1.0

1. Introduction

This Prohibited Items Policy explains the goods, services, and activities that are not permitted to be advertised, sold, exchanged, promoted, or facilitated through QuickList.co.nz ("QuickList", "we", "our", or "us").

QuickList is committed to maintaining a safe, lawful, and trusted marketplace for users throughout New Zealand.

This policy works together with:

Terms and Conditions.
Posting Policy.
Privacy Policy.
Community Guidelines.
Other marketplace rules published by QuickList.

By using QuickList, you agree that you will not create listings, advertisements, messages, or transactions involving prohibited items or activities.

2. Purpose of This Policy

The purpose of this policy is to:

Protect users from illegal or unsafe products.
Prevent fraud and criminal activity.
Support compliance with New Zealand laws.
Protect intellectual property rights.
Maintain marketplace trust.
Provide clear guidance for buyers and sellers.

QuickList may remove any listing that violates this policy, even where the item is not specifically listed.

3. User Responsibility

Users are responsible for ensuring that:

Items they advertise are lawful.
They have legal ownership or authority to sell items.
Listings accurately describe goods or services.
Products comply with applicable safety requirements.
They hold required licences or approvals.

Users must not claim ignorance of these rules as a reason for violating this policy.

4. QuickList Rights

QuickList may:

Remove prohibited listings.
Restrict account access.
Request verification documents.
Investigate suspicious activity.
Cooperate with authorities where required.
Prevent users from creating replacement accounts after enforcement action.

QuickList decisions may consider:

Legal requirements.
Marketplace safety.
User reports.
Risk assessments.
Previous violations.

5. Illegal Goods and Services

The following are prohibited:

Goods that are illegal to possess.
Goods obtained through unlawful means.
Services that facilitate criminal activity.
Items intended for illegal purposes.
Fraudulent goods or documents.

Examples include:

Stolen property.
Fake identification.
Fraudulent certificates.
Illegal access services.
Criminal assistance services.

6. Stolen Goods

Users must not advertise or sell items that are:

Stolen.
Suspected to be stolen.
Obtained through fraud.
Obtained without lawful permission.

Examples include:

Stolen electronics.
Stolen vehicles.
Stolen tools.
Stolen business equipment.
Lost property without lawful authority.

QuickList may request proof of ownership for suspicious listings.

7. Fraudulent Documents and Identification

The following items are prohibited:

Fake passports.
Fake driver licences.
Fake identity documents.
Counterfeit certificates.
Forged legal documents.
Fraudulent financial documents.

Users must not offer services to create, modify, or obtain fraudulent documents.

8. Illegal Services

Users must not advertise services that involve:

Crime.
Fraud.
Hacking.
Identity theft.
Money laundering.
Unlawful surveillance.
Evasion of legal obligations.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Guaranteed fake documents."

❌ "Access someone else's account."

❌ "Avoid government checks."

9. Items Subject to Legal Restrictions

Some goods may only be advertised where:

The seller is legally authorised.
Required licences are held.
Applicable regulations are followed.

Examples may include:

Regulated products.
Professional equipment.
Controlled goods.
Specialised materials.

Users are responsible for understanding legal requirements before listing.

10. Firearms and Weapons

QuickList aims to maintain a safe marketplace and does not permit listings that involve unlawful weapons or items that create an unacceptable safety risk.

Users must not advertise, sell, exchange, or facilitate transactions involving prohibited weapons or restricted items under New Zealand law.

Prohibited weapon-related listings may include:

Illegal firearms.
Prohibited firearms.
Restricted weapons.
Unlicensed weapons where licensing is required.
Weapons intended for unlawful use.
Homemade weapons intended for harm.
Weapon conversion devices.
Items designed to bypass legal restrictions.

Users must comply with all requirements under applicable New Zealand firearms and weapons legislation.

11. Firearm-Related Items

Certain firearm-related items may only be permitted where lawful and where the seller has appropriate authority.

Users must not advertise:

Firearms without required legal compliance.
Firearms to persons who cannot legally possess them.
Stolen firearms.
Altered firearm documentation.
Illegal firearm parts.

Where firearm-related listings are permitted, users may be required to provide evidence of compliance.

QuickList may restrict or remove firearm-related listings at its discretion.

12. Knives and Bladed Items

Users must not advertise knives or bladed items that are:

Prohibited under New Zealand law.
Designed primarily for unlawful use.
Marketed for violent purposes.

Listings for lawful tools or household items must be accurately described and must not promote unlawful use.

Examples requiring caution:

Hunting equipment.
Trade tools.
Sporting equipment.
Collectible items.

13. Explosives and Fireworks

Users must not advertise:

Explosive devices.
Improvised explosive materials.
Unauthorised fireworks.
Detonation equipment.
Components intended to create explosives.

Businesses dealing with regulated explosive materials must hold appropriate approvals and comply with all legal requirements.

14. Dangerous Chemicals and Hazardous Materials

Users must not advertise hazardous substances that may create unreasonable risks.

Prohibited examples include:

Toxic chemicals.
Illegal pesticides.
Uncontrolled hazardous substances.
Chemical mixtures intended for harmful use.
Dangerous materials without proper handling requirements.

Businesses must comply with applicable workplace health and safety obligations.

15. Fuel and Flammable Materials

Users must not list fuels or flammable materials where:

Storage is unsafe.
Sale is unlawful.
Transport requirements are not met.
Required approvals are absent.

Examples may include:

Unauthorised fuel sales.
Dangerous quantities of flammable liquids.
Unapproved fuel containers.

16. Drugs and Controlled Substances

QuickList prohibits listings involving illegal drugs or controlled substances.

Users must not advertise:

Illegal drugs.
Controlled substances without legal authority.
Substances intended for illegal consumption.
Drug manufacturing services.
Illegal drug distribution.

17. Drug-Related Equipment

Users must not advertise items or services primarily intended to facilitate illegal drug activity.

Examples include:

Equipment marketed specifically for illegal drug production.
Services supporting illegal drug distribution.
Instructions or materials intended to enable illegal drug activity.

Legitimate household, industrial, scientific, or lawful products must be accurately described.

18. Prescription Medicines

Users must not advertise prescription medicines unless specifically authorised under applicable law.

Prohibited listings include:

Prescription-only medicines.
Medicines obtained without lawful authority.
Unapproved pharmaceutical products.
Medicines requiring professional dispensing.

Users must not offer to sell or transfer prescription medication to another person.

19. Medical Products and Health Claims

Health-related products must comply with applicable New Zealand requirements.

Users must not advertise:

Fake medical products.
Unsafe treatments.
Unverified cures.
Products making misleading medical claims.
Counterfeit healthcare products.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Guaranteed cure for serious diseases."

❌ "Replace your doctor with this product."

20. Tobacco Products

Users must comply with New Zealand tobacco laws.

Listings involving tobacco products may be restricted or prohibited depending on:

Product type.
Intended use.
Legal requirements.
Advertising restrictions.

Users must not advertise unlawful tobacco sales.

21. Vaping Products and Related Items

Vaping-related products are subject to strict legal requirements.

Users must not advertise products that:

Are prohibited by law.
Are sold without required approval.
Are marketed unlawfully to minors.
Make misleading health claims.

Businesses selling vaping products must comply with all applicable regulations.

22. Alcohol Products

Alcohol-related listings must comply with New Zealand alcohol laws.

Users must not advertise:

Illegal alcohol sales.
Alcohol without required licensing.
Alcohol marketed in a prohibited manner.
Alcohol sales intended to bypass legal restrictions.

Private and commercial alcohol transactions may be restricted depending on legal requirements.

23. Age-Restricted Goods

Users must not advertise age-restricted products in a way that:

Targets minors.
Avoids age verification requirements.
Encourages unlawful purchase.

Sellers are responsible for complying with all age-related legal obligations.

24. Enforcement of Restricted Goods Rules

QuickList may take action where prohibited or restricted goods are identified.

Actions may include:

Removing the listing.
Blocking reposting.
Restricting account features.
Requesting additional verification.
Suspending or terminating accounts.
Reporting serious matters where required.

25. Counterfeit Goods

QuickList does not permit the sale, promotion, or distribution of counterfeit goods.

Counterfeit goods are products that are falsely represented as genuine, authentic, or officially authorised when they are not.

Users must not advertise:

Fake branded products.
Replica products presented as authentic.
Counterfeit electronics.
Fake luxury items.
Unauthorised branded merchandise.
Products with copied logos or trademarks.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ A replica designer handbag advertised as an original.

❌ A fake branded phone accessory advertised as genuine.

❌ Counterfeit sports merchandise.

26. Authenticity of Branded Products

When listing branded goods, sellers must accurately describe:

Brand name.
Product model.
Authenticity status.
Condition.
Source of purchase where relevant.

Users should provide supporting information where appropriate, such as:

Receipts.
Proof of purchase.
Authenticity certificates.
Serial numbers (where safe to share).

Sellers must not:

Claim authenticity without reasonable basis.
Hide that an item is a replica.
Use misleading brand references.

27. Intellectual Property Rights

QuickList respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same.

Users must not list items that infringe:

Copyright.
Trademarks.
Patents.
Registered designs.
Trade secrets.
Other intellectual property rights.

28. Copyright-Infringing Products

Users must not advertise:

Pirated movies.
Illegal copies of music.
Unauthorised software.
Copied books.
Pirated games.
Unauthorised digital content.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Selling copied software licences.

❌ Selling unauthorised copies of paid courses.

❌ Selling copied entertainment content.

29. Trademark Misuse

Users must not use another company's trademarks in a misleading way.

Prohibited activities include:

Pretending to be an official retailer.
Using brand names to attract unrelated traffic.
Advertising unauthorised products as official.

Example:

Allowed:

✅ "Compatible replacement charger for [brand] device."

Not allowed:

❌ "Official [brand] charger" when not authorised.

30. Digital Goods and Online Accounts

Users must not advertise or sell:

Stolen online accounts.
Hacked accounts.
Access credentials.
Unauthorised software accounts.
Compromised digital services.
Fraudulently obtained digital products.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Selling another person's gaming account without permission.

❌ Selling hacked streaming accounts.

❌ Selling stolen website access.

31. Software and Technology Products

Technology-related products must be lawful and legitimately obtained.

Users must not advertise:

Pirated software.
Cracked applications.
Malware.
Viruses.
Tools intended for illegal access.
Stolen source code.

Legitimate software services must comply with licensing requirements.

32. Cybersecurity and Hacking Services

Users must not advertise services involving:

Unauthorised access.
Password theft.
Account takeover.
Malware creation.
Data theft.
Illegal surveillance.
Circumvention of security systems.

Legitimate cybersecurity services may be advertised where the provider operates lawfully and has appropriate authority.

33. Financial Scams and Fraudulent Opportunities

QuickList prohibits listings designed to deceive users financially.

Examples include:

Fake investment opportunities.
Ponzi schemes.
Pyramid schemes.
Fake employment schemes.
Advance-fee scams.
Guaranteed profit claims.
Cryptocurrency fraud.

34. Investment and Trading Advertisements

Users advertising investment-related opportunities must provide accurate information and comply with applicable New Zealand regulations.

Users must not claim:

Guaranteed returns.
Risk-free profits.
Secret investment methods.
Unrealistic earnings.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Double your money in 7 days guaranteed."

❌ "No-risk investment opportunity."

35. Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets

Cryptocurrency and digital asset-related listings must comply with applicable laws.

Users must not advertise:

Cryptocurrency scams.
Fake tokens.
Fraudulent trading platforms.
Guaranteed crypto profits.
Stolen digital assets.

Users must accurately explain:

What is being offered.
Associated risks.
Relevant terms.

36. Loans and Credit Services

Users must not advertise:

Fake lending services.
Illegal lending arrangements.
Loan scams.
Services requesting upfront fees without legitimate basis.

Legitimate financial service providers must comply with applicable New Zealand requirements.

37. Gambling and Betting Activities

QuickList does not permit unlawful gambling-related listings.

Prohibited examples include:

Illegal betting services.
Unlicensed gambling platforms.
Fake lottery schemes.
Gambling scams.
Systems claiming guaranteed gambling profits.

38. Tickets and Event Access

Users listing tickets must ensure:

Tickets are genuine.
They have authority to sell them.
The listing complies with applicable event rules.

Users must not advertise:

Fake tickets.
Duplicate tickets.
Cancelled tickets.
Fraudulent event access.

39. Personal Information and Privacy Violations

Users must not list, sell, or distribute personal information.

Prohibited items include:

Personal databases.
Private contact lists.
Identity information.
Stolen customer records.
Confidential business information.

40. Identity Theft Materials

Users must not advertise:

Personal identity documents.
Stolen accounts.
Personal data collections.
Services for identity theft.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Selling another person's personal records.

❌ Offering access to leaked databases.

41. Privacy and Data Protection Responsibilities

Users handling personal information must comply with applicable New Zealand privacy obligations, including requirements under the Privacy Act 2020.

Users must not collect or use personal information through QuickList for:

Spam campaigns.
Fraud.
Unauthorised marketing.
Harassment.
Identity theft.

42. Enforcement for Intellectual Property and Fraud Violations

QuickList may take action against accounts involved in:

Counterfeit sales.
Copyright infringement.
Fraudulent activity.
Digital theft.
Privacy violations.

Actions may include:

Listing removal.
Account restrictions.
Permanent account suspension.
Preservation of evidence.
Disclosure to authorities where legally required.

43. Vehicle-Related Prohibited Listings

QuickList allows vehicle-related advertisements where they comply with applicable laws and marketplace rules.

Users must not advertise vehicles, parts, or services that involve:

Stolen vehicles.
Vehicles obtained through fraud.
Vehicles with altered identification information.
False ownership claims.
Misrepresented vehicle history.
Unsafe vehicles presented as safe.

44. Vehicle Identification and Documentation

Users must not:

Alter or remove vehicle identification numbers.
Advertise vehicles with fraudulent documentation.
Hide significant damage history where disclosure is required.
Provide false registration details.
Misrepresent import history.

QuickList may request supporting information for suspicious vehicle listings.

45. Vehicle Parts and Accessories

Users must not advertise:

Stolen vehicle parts.
Counterfeit vehicle components.
Unsafe modified parts.
Parts intended to defeat legal safety requirements.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Stolen vehicle engines.

❌ Fake safety components.

❌ Devices designed to bypass vehicle emissions or safety systems.

46. Unsafe and Dangerous Products

QuickList does not permit listings for products that create unreasonable risks to users.

Prohibited products may include:

Unsafe consumer goods.
Defective products knowingly sold without disclosure.
Products that have been recalled.
Products missing required safety information.

Sellers must disclose known defects or safety concerns.

47. Recalled Products

Users must not advertise products that have been recalled due to safety concerns where the recall makes sale inappropriate or unlawful.

Examples may include:

Dangerous children's products.
Defective electrical products.
Unsafe equipment.
Products subject to official safety recalls.

Users should check whether products are subject to relevant safety notices before listing.

48. Electrical Products

Electrical items must be safe and accurately described.

Users must not advertise:

Unsafe electrical equipment.
Damaged electrical products without disclosure.
Counterfeit electrical items.
Products without required compliance information where applicable.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Damaged chargers advertised as fully working.

❌ Fake electrical safety certification.

49. Food and Beverage Products

Food-related listings must comply with applicable New Zealand food safety requirements.

Users must not advertise:

Unsafe food products.
Expired food presented as suitable for consumption.
Contaminated products.
Food requiring approval that has not been obtained.

Food sellers are responsible for:

Safe handling.
Accurate labelling.
Storage requirements.
All required registrations or licences.

50. Homemade Food Products

Users advertising homemade food must ensure they comply with applicable requirements.

Listings should accurately describe:

Ingredients.
Allergens.
Preparation details where required.
Storage requirements.

Users must not make false health claims about food products.

51. Cosmetics and Personal Care Products

Users must not advertise:

Counterfeit cosmetics.
Unsafe beauty products.
Expired products presented as new.
Products containing prohibited substances.
Products making misleading medical claims.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Guaranteed permanent cure for skin conditions."

❌ Fake branded cosmetics.

52. Health and Wellness Products

Health-related advertisements must be truthful and responsible.

Users must not advertise:

Products claiming impossible results.
Unapproved treatments.
Fake medical devices.
Dangerous supplements.
Products designed to replace professional healthcare.

53. Supplements and Nutrition Products

Users must provide accurate information about supplements.

Listings must not:

Make unsupported health claims.
Promise guaranteed results.
Misrepresent ingredients.
Hide important warnings.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Lose 20kg in one week guaranteed."

❌ "Treats all diseases naturally."

54. Animals and Wildlife

Animal-related listings must comply with:

New Zealand animal welfare requirements.
Applicable regulations.
Local authority requirements.

Users must not advertise:

Illegally obtained animals.
Protected wildlife.
Endangered species.
Animals kept in unlawful conditions.
Animal-related cruelty services.

55. Animal Products and Wildlife Materials

Users must not advertise:

Illegal wildlife products.
Protected animal parts.
Unlawfully obtained animal materials.

Examples include:

Protected species products.
Illegal wildlife trade items.
Materials obtained through unlawful hunting.

56. Pet Sales and Adoption Restrictions

Where pet listings are permitted, users must:

Provide accurate information.
Avoid misleading descriptions.
Act responsibly regarding animal welfare.

Users must not:

Create fake adoption listings.
Use pets for fraudulent deposits.
Misrepresent animal health.
Sell animals illegally.

57. Employment and Recruitment Restrictions

Employment listings must represent genuine opportunities.

Users must not advertise:

Fake jobs.
Recruitment scams.
Illegal work opportunities.
Jobs requiring unlawful activity.
False salary claims.

58. Work-from-Home and Online Opportunity Restrictions

Special care applies to online earning opportunities.

Users must not advertise:

Guaranteed income schemes.
Fake business opportunities.
Pyramid schemes.
Recruitment-only income models.
Fraudulent online jobs.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Earn $10,000 weekly with no experience."

❌ "Pay a fee to access guaranteed employment."

59. Service Restrictions

Users must not advertise services involving:

Illegal activity.
Fraud.
Harassment.
Unlicensed regulated work.
Unsafe practices.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Fake document services.

❌ Illegal hacking services.

❌ Unlicensed professional services where licensing is required.

60. Adult Content and Sexual Material

QuickList does not permit unlawful or inappropriate adult content.

Prohibited listings include:

Sexual services where prohibited.
Exploitative content.
Non-consensual material.
Sexual content involving minors.
Explicit content unrelated to legitimate categories.

61. Exploitative or Harmful Content

Users must not advertise content involving:

Exploitation.
Coercion.
Abuse.
Human trafficking.
Non-consensual activities.

QuickList may immediately remove such content and take appropriate action.

62. Property-Related Restrictions

Property listings must be genuine and authorised.

Users must not advertise:

Fake rental properties.
Properties they do not represent.
Fraudulent accommodation.
False ownership claims.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Collecting deposits for a property the advertiser does not control.

63. Accommodation Scams

Users must not create accommodation listings designed to:

Collect deposits fraudulently.
Obtain personal information.
Mislead users about availability.

QuickList encourages users to verify property details before making payments.

64. Business and Professional Service Restrictions

QuickList allows businesses and professionals to advertise lawful products and services. However, all business listings must be accurate, transparent, and compliant with applicable New Zealand laws.

Businesses must not advertise:

Services they are not authorised to provide.
False qualifications or credentials.
Fake business identities.
Misleading claims about experience or results.
Services designed to facilitate illegal activity.

65. Unlicensed Professional Services

Certain industries require licences, registrations, or professional authorisations.

Users must not advertise regulated services without the required authority.

Examples may include:

Electrical services.
Building services.
Financial advice.
Immigration advice.
Legal services.
Healthcare services.

Where required, advertisers may be asked to provide evidence of:

Qualifications.
Registration.
Licensing.
Professional membership.

66. Immigration and Visa Services

Immigration-related services must comply with New Zealand immigration requirements.

Users must not advertise:

Fake immigration services.
Guaranteed visa approval.
Fake job offers for immigration purposes.
Services claiming government authority without approval.
Unlicensed immigration advice.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ "Guaranteed New Zealand visa approval."

❌ "Government-approved immigration agent" without authorisation.

67. Legal Services

Legal service advertisements must be accurate and comply with applicable professional requirements.

Users must not:

Pretend to be lawyers or legal professionals.
Provide false legal credentials.
Guarantee legal outcomes.
Mislead users about professional qualifications.

68. Financial and Accounting Services

Financial service providers must comply with applicable New Zealand financial regulations.

Users must not advertise:

Fake accounting services.
Unlicensed financial advice.
Fraudulent tax services.
Illegal money management schemes.

Claims about financial outcomes must be accurate and supported.

69. Education and Training Services

Educational listings must accurately describe:

Courses offered.
Qualifications provided.
Training providers.
Costs.
Outcomes.

Users must not advertise:

Fake qualifications.
Fake certificates.
Unrecognised institutions presented as accredited.
Guaranteed employment after training.

70. Academic Assistance Services

Users must not advertise services that facilitate academic dishonesty.

Prohibited examples include:

Writing assignments for students to submit as their own.
Selling fake academic credentials.
Creating fraudulent research documents.

Legitimate tutoring and educational support services may be advertised.

71. Charity and Fundraising Listings

Charitable and fundraising advertisements must be genuine.

Users must clearly identify:

Organisation or fundraiser name.
Purpose of fundraising.
How funds will be used.

Users must not:

Create fake charities.
Misuse donations.
Pretend to represent a charity.
Collect money through fraudulent campaigns.

72. Donation Requests

Donation listings must not:

Misrepresent personal circumstances.
Use false emergency claims.
Collect funds for illegal purposes.

QuickList may request supporting information for suspicious fundraising activities.

73. Political Advertising

Political advertisements must comply with applicable laws and advertising standards.

Users must not:

Impersonate political organisations.
Publish fraudulent campaign material.
Spread knowingly false information.
Encourage unlawful activities.

Political advertisements must clearly identify the responsible advertiser where required.

74. Environmental and Waste Restrictions

Users must not advertise:

Illegal dumping services.
Unlawful waste disposal.
Hazardous waste handling without authority.
Environmental services using false claims.

Businesses handling waste must comply with relevant environmental requirements.

75. Scrap Materials and Recyclables

Users must not advertise:

Stolen scrap materials.
Unlawfully obtained metals.
Materials obtained from illegal sources.

Commercial operators must comply with applicable regulations.

76. Shipping and Delivery Services

Delivery and shipping-related listings must accurately describe services.

Users must not advertise:

Fake courier services.
Fraudulent delivery arrangements.
False tracking information.
Services designed to facilitate scams.

77. Freight and Logistics Services

Businesses offering freight services must:

Provide accurate information.
Operate lawfully.
Maintain required approvals where applicable.

Users must not misrepresent:

Delivery times.
Coverage areas.
Insurance arrangements.

78. Subscription Services

Users offering subscriptions must clearly disclose:

What is included.
Pricing.
Billing frequency.
Cancellation terms.

Users must not advertise:

Hidden subscription charges.
Fake trial offers.
Services that automatically charge users without disclosure.

79. Membership and Access Services

Users must not sell or advertise:

Stolen memberships.
Shared accounts without permission.
Unauthorised access passes.
Fake memberships.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Selling another person's gym membership without authority.

❌ Selling stolen event access.

80. Mystery Shopping and Data Collection Offers

Users must not advertise fake:

Mystery shopping opportunities.
Survey jobs.
Data collection schemes.
Research opportunities.

Users must not use these listings to collect:

Banking information.
Identity documents.
Unnecessary personal data.

81. Testing and Review Opportunities

Users offering product testing or review opportunities must not:

Manipulate reviews.
Require fake positive feedback.
Mislead participants.

82. Enforcement of Business Restrictions

QuickList may take action against businesses or individuals that:

Operate without required approval.
Mislead customers.
Advertise prohibited services.
Abuse marketplace features.

Actions may include:

Listing removal.
Verification requirements.
Account restrictions.
Permanent account suspension.
Reporting where legally required.

83. Consumer Safety Requirements

QuickList is committed to promoting a marketplace where users can buy and sell products safely.

Users must not advertise products that:

Create unreasonable safety risks.
Are known to be dangerous.
Have been recalled.
Are missing required safety information.
Are intentionally misrepresented.

Sellers are responsible for ensuring that products offered through QuickList are safe and lawful.

84. Unsafe Consumer Products

Users must not advertise products that may cause harm when used normally.

Examples include:

Defective products.
Products with dangerous faults.
Products modified in unsafe ways.
Products missing essential safety components.
Products knowingly sold with hidden defects.

Sellers must disclose known issues before completing a transaction.

85. Children's Products

Products intended for children must meet applicable safety expectations.

Users must not advertise:

Unsafe children's toys.
Recalled children's products.
Products containing prohibited materials.
Items with hidden safety defects.

Examples include:

Unsafe toys.
Faulty child seats.
Unsafe baby equipment.
Products missing required safety components.

86. Baby and Child Equipment

Users listing baby or child-related equipment should provide accurate information about:

Age suitability.
Condition.
Safety features.
Any damage or repairs.

Users must not hide:

Previous accidents.
Safety concerns.
Missing parts.

87. Electrical and Electronic Products

Electronic products must be accurately described.

Users must not advertise:

Unsafe electronic devices.
Damaged electrical products without disclosure.
Counterfeit electronics.
Products containing malware.
Devices designed for illegal access.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Modified devices intended to bypass security systems.

❌ Fake branded electronics.

88. Computers, Phones, and Digital Devices

Users must not advertise:

Stolen devices.
Devices locked to another person's account.
Devices containing stolen data.
Hacked phones or computers.
Illegal software installations.

Sellers should remove personal data before selling devices.

89. Storage Devices and Data

Users must not sell or distribute storage devices containing:

Stolen personal information.
Confidential business information.
Private records.
Illegal material.

Sellers should securely erase personal data before transferring devices.

90. Surveillance and Monitoring Equipment

Users must not advertise surveillance products intended for unlawful use.

Prohibited examples include:

Hidden recording devices intended for illegal surveillance.
Tools designed to secretly access private communications.
Equipment intended for privacy violations.

Lawful security equipment may be permitted where used appropriately.

91. Personal Data and Information Products

Users must not sell, exchange, or distribute:

Personal databases.
Customer lists obtained without permission.
Leaked information.
Private records.
Confidential documents.

Personal information must not be collected or sold through QuickList for unlawful purposes.

92. Security Credentials and Access Information

Users must not advertise:

Passwords.
Login credentials.
Security keys.
Access codes.
Stolen accounts.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Selling access to another person's online account.

❌ Selling stolen business system credentials.

93. Fraudulent Marketplace Activities

Users must not use QuickList to conduct scams or fraudulent activities.

Examples include:

Fake listings.
Non-existent products.
Payment scams.
Deposit scams.
Fake shipping services.
Impersonation scams.

94. Common Scam Patterns

Users should be aware of suspicious activities, including:

Fake Seller Scams

A person advertises goods they do not own.

Fake Buyer Scams

A person sends fake payment confirmation.

Deposit Scams

A person requests money before providing goods or services.

Overpayment Scams

A person sends a fake payment amount and requests a refund.

Identity Collection Scams

A person attempts to collect unnecessary personal information.

95. Payment Fraud Prevention

Users must not:

Use stolen payment information.
Request fraudulent payments.
Provide fake payment evidence.
Attempt chargeback abuse.

Users should use secure and lawful payment methods.

96. Gift Cards and Digital Vouchers

Users must accurately describe gift cards and vouchers.

Users must not advertise:

Stolen gift cards.
Used vouchers presented as unused.
Fake discount codes.
Fraudulent redemption services.

97. Tickets, Passes, and Access Credentials

Users must not advertise:

Fake tickets.
Duplicate tickets.
Cancelled tickets.
Stolen access passes.

Sellers must have legal authority to transfer tickets where required.

98. Documents and Certificates

Users must not advertise:

Fake certificates.
Forged licences.
Fake qualifications.
Altered official documents.

Examples:

Not allowed:

❌ Creating fake employment certificates.

❌ Selling fake educational credentials.

99. Restricted Services

Users must not advertise services involving:

Fraud.
Illegal activity.
Harassment.
Unauthorised access.
Circumvention of legal requirements.

100. User Reporting Obligations

Users are encouraged to report prohibited items or suspicious activity.

Reports should include:

Listing information.
Reason for concern.
Relevant evidence.

QuickList may investigate reported listings and take appropriate action.

101. Moderation and Investigation

QuickList may review listings using:

Automated detection systems.
Human moderation.
User reports.
Security reviews.

QuickList may request:

Proof of ownership.
Product information.
Business details.
Verification documents.

102. Removal of Prohibited Items

Where a prohibited item is identified, QuickList may:

Remove the listing.
Prevent reposting.
Restrict the account.
Suspend the user.
Permanently remove access.
Preserve relevant information.

103. Policy Enforcement

Enforcement decisions may consider:

The seriousness of the violation.
Potential harm.
User history.
Legal requirements.
Cooperation with investigations.

QuickList reserves the right to take appropriate action to protect users and the integrity of the marketplace.

104. Appeals Process

QuickList recognises that users may occasionally believe that a listing or account action has been taken incorrectly.

Users may request a review of:

Removed listings.
Restricted accounts.
Suspended accounts.
Other enforcement actions.

105. Submitting an Appeal

An appeal should include:

Account information.
Listing reference details.
Explanation of why the decision should be reviewed.
Supporting documents or evidence where applicable.

Examples of supporting evidence may include:

Proof of ownership.
Purchase receipts.
Business documentation.
Licensing information.
Product authenticity evidence.

106. Appeal Review Process

QuickList may review appeals based on:

The original listing information.
Applicable policies.
Evidence provided.
Previous account activity.
Legal requirements.

The review outcome may include:

Restoring the listing.
Requesting changes.
Maintaining removal.
Applying additional restrictions.

QuickList aims to handle appeals fairly and consistently.

107. False or Abusive Appeals

Users must not:

Submit repeated appeals without new information.
Provide false evidence.
Attempt to manipulate review processes.
Abuse support channels.

Repeated misuse of the appeal process may result in account restrictions.

108. User Complaints

Users may report concerns relating to:

Prohibited items.
Fraudulent listings.
Copyright violations.
Safety concerns.
Policy breaches.
User behaviour.

QuickList encourages users to provide clear and accurate information when submitting complaints.

109. Complaint Investigation

When investigating complaints, QuickList may consider:

Listing information.
User communications.
Account history.
Supporting evidence.
Applicable laws.

QuickList may contact involved parties where necessary.

110. Confidentiality of Reports

QuickList may keep reports confidential where appropriate.

Users should understand that:

Information may be shared where legally required.
Reports may be used to investigate safety issues.
False reports may result in action.

111. Legal Compliance

QuickList operates in accordance with applicable New Zealand laws.

Users must comply with all laws relevant to:

Selling goods.
Providing services.
Advertising.
Consumer protection.
Privacy.
Product safety.
Licensing requirements.

112. Consumer Protection Requirements

Businesses and professional sellers must comply with applicable consumer protection obligations.

This may include requirements relating to:

Accurate advertising.
Product descriptions.
Consumer guarantees.
Fair trading practices.
Refund and service obligations.

QuickList does not replace the responsibilities of sellers under New Zealand law.

113. Privacy Compliance

QuickList respects user privacy and manages personal information in accordance with applicable privacy requirements.

Users must not:

Collect personal information unlawfully.
Sell personal information without permission.
Misuse customer information.
Publish private information.

Users should refer to the QuickList Privacy Policy for further information about personal information handling.

114. Cooperation With Authorities

QuickList may cooperate with:

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

Information may be provided where required or permitted by law.

115. Preservation of Evidence

QuickList may preserve information relating to:

Suspicious listings.
Fraud investigations.
Policy violations.
Security incidents.
Legal matters.

Information preserved may include:

Listing details.
Account information.
Communication records.
Activity records.

116. Repeat Offenders

QuickList may apply stronger enforcement measures where users repeatedly breach this policy.

Examples include:

Creating new accounts after removal.
Reposting prohibited items.
Continuing fraudulent activity.
Repeatedly violating safety rules.

Repeated violations may result in permanent account restrictions.

117. Marketplace Safety Cooperation

QuickList encourages users to help maintain a safe marketplace by:

Reporting suspicious activity.
Providing accurate information.
Following transaction safety guidance.
Respecting other users.

Marketplace safety depends on cooperation between QuickList and its users.

118. Policy Updates

QuickList may update this Prohibited Items Policy from time to time.

Updates may be made due to:

Changes in New Zealand law.
New safety requirements.
Marketplace improvements.
Emerging fraud risks.
Changes in product categories.

The latest version will always be made available on QuickList.co.nz.

119. Acceptance of This Policy

By accessing or using QuickList, users acknowledge that:

They have read this Prohibited Items Policy.
They understand prohibited item restrictions.
They will comply with all marketplace rules.
They are responsible for their listings and activities.
QuickList may remove prohibited content and take enforcement action.

120. Contact Information

For questions regarding this Prohibited Items Policy, reporting prohibited listings, or requesting reviews, please contact:

Catalyst Tech Solution Ltd

Trading Name: QuickList

Website: QuickList.co.nz

Support Email: support@quicklist.co.nz

Privacy Enquiries: privacy@quicklist.co.nz

121. Document Information

Document Name: Prohibited Items Policy

Platform: QuickList.co.nz

Owner: Catalyst Tech Solution Ltd

Jurisdiction: New Zealand

Version: 1.0

Effective Date: 12 July 2026

Last Updated: 12 July 2026