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Purchase Protection Policy

All buyers are protected with our Free Purchase Protection Policy

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Written by Anthony Longo
Updated over 6 months ago

We want every buyer on Firesale to feel confident and secure. That’s why we include Free Purchase Protection with every purchase made through the platform.

Whether you’re buying a couch down the street or a bundle of garage-sale gold, Firesale has your back - you'll see this blue badge on every listing on Firesale!


What’s covered under Purchase Protection?

If you pay your 10% deposit through Firesale and experience one of the following issues, you may be eligible for a refund:

  • The item is significantly not as described (e.g. wrong item, wrong condition)

  • The item is damaged beyond expected wear and tear

  • You never receive the item (e.g. no-show from the seller)

  • The transaction is cancelled or doesn’t go through after the deposit is paid

🔒 If you decide not to complete the transaction in person because of one of these issues, your deposit will be refunded — no problem.


🕒 How long do I have to file a claim?

You must report the issue to Firesale within 2 days of the scheduled pickup or drop-off. The sooner, the better — this helps us act quickly to resolve the situation.


📧 How to file a claim

  1. Go to your Purchase History in the app or on the web

  2. Tap the item in question

  3. Select “Report an Issue” and follow the prompts

  4. Our Trust & Safety Team will review your case and respond promptly


⚠️ What’s not covered

Firesale Purchase Protection does not apply to:

  • Items paid for outside the platform (cash deals not backed by our deposit system)

  • Buyer’s remorse or “I changed my mind”

  • Items described accurately but not meeting personal expectations (e.g. “smaller than I thought”)

  • Issues reported more than 2 days after the transaction


🛡️ Why it matters

Firesale was built to make buying simple and stress-free — and that includes making sure you’re protected when things don’t go as planned.

Purchase Protection is always free, automatic, and built right into the way Firesale works.


Have questions or need to file a claim? Contact support → and we’ll help you out.

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