Guides for Private Sellers
Whether you’re listing your first bottle or you’re an experienced collector, these guides will help you trade with confidence and professionalism on WannaWhisky.
Guides
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Creating a New Listing
A complete walkthrough of the listing process — from photographing your bottle to setting your price and publishing.
You’ll learn:
- Step-by-step instructions for listing your bottles
- Tips and tricks for photographing your bottle
- Using Scotty or our database to extract information automatically
- Describing your bottle’s condition
- Setting your pricing strategy
- Publishing your listing
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Taking Good Photos
Good photos are one of the most important factors in a successful listing. This guide covers everything you need to present your bottle professionally.
You’ll learn:
- Camera and lighting setup
- Which angles and details to capture
- How to document condition and flaws clearly
- Photographing packaging and accessories
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Price Suggestions
Setting the right price increases your chances of a smooth sale. This guide helps you research the market and arrive at a realistic asking price.
You’ll learn:
- How to research comparable listings and recent sales
- How condition and rarity affect value
- Using Scotty to suggest a price range
- When and how to adjust your price
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Packaging and Shipping
Proper packaging protects your bottle and your seller status. This guide walks you through the requirements and best practices for shipping whisky safely.
You’ll learn:
- Approved packaging materials and methods
- Insurance and carrier requirements
- Required photos before and during packaging
- How to obtain and share tracking information
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Issue Resolution
Disputes are rare, but knowing the process in advance helps you respond quickly and fairly if something goes wrong.
You’ll learn:
- What qualifies as a valid dispute
- What evidence to provide and when
- How WannaWhisky mediates between buyer and seller
- Possible outcomes and what they mean for you