How Dealin Works — Complete Guide

What is Dealin?

Dealin is an Australian online classifieds and marketplace platform where individuals and businesses can buy, sell, and find almost anything — from cars and property to jobs, services, and businesses for sale. It is free to list for most categories for individual and connects buyers and sellers locally across Australia.

Who is Dealin For?

Dealin is designed for three types of users:

• Buyers — People looking to purchase products, vehicles, property, or businesses
• Sellers — Individuals or businesses wanting to list and sell items or services
• Job Seekers and Employers — Those looking for work or advertising vacancies

What Can You Buy and Sell on Dealin?

Dealin covers six main categories:

• Marketplace — General items including home decor, baby products, stores, and everyday goods
• Motors — Cars, motorbikes, boats, and planes
• Property — Residential properties, commercial properties, and housemates
• Jobs — Financial services, IT, retail, and other employment listings
• Services — Residential services, event management, and trade professionals
• Business For Sale — Food and drink businesses, enterprise services, retail, and miscellaneous businesses

How Does Dealin Work for Buyers?

Step 1 — Search

Visit dealin.com.au and use the search bar to find what you are looking for. Enter keywords such as "used car Sydney", "cafe for sale Melbourne", or "plumber Brisbane". Use category filters, location filters, and price range to narrow your results.

Step 2 — Browse Listings

View listing details including photos, description, price, and seller information. Save your favourite listings by clicking the Favourites button.

Step 3 — Create an Account

Register a free account with your email address to contact sellers, track enquiries, and save searches.

Step 4 — Enquire Now

Click the Enquire Now button on any listing to send a message directly to the seller. Ask questions about the item, arrange an inspection, or negotiate the price.

Step 5 — Meet Locally and Complete the Deal

Arrange to meet the seller locally to inspect the item in person. Once satisfied, agree on payment and complete the transaction safely.

How Does Dealin Work for Sellers?

Step 1 — Create an Account

Register at dealin.com.au with your email address and complete your profile.

Step 2 — Start a Listing

Click Start a Listing from the top navigation menu. Select the relevant category for what you are selling — Marketplace, Motors, Property, Jobs, Services, or Business For Sale.

Step 3 — Fill in Listing Details

Enter all required information including title, category, location, price, description, and photos. The more detail you provide, the more enquiries you will receive.

Step 4 — Upload Photos

Add high-quality images to your listing. Listings with clear photos receive significantly more views and enquiries than those without.

Step 5 — Publish and Go Live

Click List to publish your listing. It will immediately appear in search results and be visible to buyers across Australia.

Step 6 — Respond to Enquiries

Buyers will contact you through the platform. Respond promptly, answer questions, and arrange meetings or inspections as needed.

Step 7 — Complete the Sale

Once a buyer is interested and terms are agreed, finalise the deal. Mark your listing as Sold in your dashboard.

Is Dealin Free to Use?

• The first 10 listings per month are free for individual accounts in the Marketplace category
• Listing fees apply in certain categories — view the full fee schedule on the website
• Creating an account and browsing listings is always free
• Buyers can enquire and contact sellers at no cost

How Does Dealin Keep Transactions Safe?

• All communication between buyers and sellers happens through the Dealin messaging system, keeping records of all conversations
• Sellers can upload a Confidentiality Agreement for sensitive listings such as Business For Sale
• Verified Seller badges help buyers identify trustworthy sellers
• Dealin recommends all users meet in safe, public locations for in-person transactions
• For high-value transactions such as property or business sales, Dealin recommends engaging a solicitor

How to Manage Your Account on Dealin

Once registered, your Dealin dashboard gives you full control:

• Account Details — Update your personal information and contact details
• Notifications — Stay updated on enquiries and listing activity
• Favourites — Save and revisit listings you are interested in
• Orders / Enquiry — Track all buying enquiries in one place
• My Listing — View, edit, and manage your active listings
• Sold — Keep a record of completed sales
• Revenue — Monitor your listing fees and earnings
• Close Listing — Remove listings that are no longer available

Why Use Dealin?

• 100% Australian platform built for local buyers and sellers
• Covers all major categories in one place — no need to use multiple websites
• Free to list for most categories
• Easy to use on desktop and mobile
• Direct contact between buyers and sellers — no middleman
• Listings visible across all of Australia instantly
• Safe and secure messaging system

Getting Started on Dealin

• Visit dealin.com.au
• Click Register and create your free account
• Start browsing or listing in minutes

Start Your Dealin Journey Today

Whether you are looking for a bargain, a new car, your next career move, or the perfect business opportunity, Dealin makes it easy to connect with locals across Australia. Visit dealin.com.au now to create your free account and start buying or selling today!