How Xello Works
Your complete guide to buying, selling, auctioning, and swapping on Nigeria's trusted marketplace.
For Buyers
Browse & Search
Explore thousands of listings across categories. Use filters to find exactly what you need by location, price, and condition.
Check Seller Trust
View seller verification badges and trust scores. Look for verified sellers for extra security.
Contact Seller
Message the seller directly through our secure chat. Ask questions, negotiate prices, and arrange meetings.
Complete Purchase
Meet safely or use our secure payment system. Leave a review to help other buyers.
For Sellers
Create Account
Sign up for free in minutes. Verify your phone and email to start selling immediately.
List Your Item
Take great photos, write a detailed description, set your price. Choose regular, auction, or swap listing type.
Respond to Inquiries
Get notifications when buyers message you. Respond quickly to increase your chances of selling.
Build Your Reputation
Complete sales, get verified, and earn positive reviews to become a trusted seller.
Choose Your Selling Method
Regular Listing
Set your price and wait for buyers. Perfect for items with a fixed value.
- Free to list
- Set your own price
- Negotiate with buyers
Auction
Let buyers compete with bids. Great for rare items or when you're unsure of the price.
- Set starting price & reserve
- Real-time bidding
- Auto-bid feature
Swap
Trade your item for something else. No cash needed - just exchange items directly.
- Describe what you want
- Add cash if needed
- Eco-friendly trading
Trust & Safety
We take security seriously. Here's how we protect our community.
Identity Verification
Phone and email verification for trusted users.
AI Fraud Detection
Advanced AI scans listings and flags suspicious activity.
Secure Messaging
All chats are monitored for scam patterns and protected.
Review System
Transparent ratings help you choose trustworthy traders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it free to sell on Xello?
Yes. Creating an account and posting a listing on Xello is completely free. Optional paid features like listing boosts and business tools are available if you want extra reach.
How do I sell an item on Xello?
Create a free account, tap Sell, add clear photos, a title, description and price, then publish. Your listing goes live immediately and buyers can message you directly.
How do auctions work on Xello?
Sellers can list an item as an auction with a starting price and end time. Buyers place bids, and the highest bid when the auction ends wins the item.
What is item swap?
Swap lets you trade an item you own for another item on Xello instead of paying cash. Propose a swap on any listing that accepts it, and the seller can accept or decline.
Is it safe to buy and sell on Xello?
Xello verifies sellers, monitors chats for scam patterns, and provides a transparent review system so you can trade with trusted buyers and sellers across Nigeria.
How do I pay securely?
Xello supports secure in-app payments so your money is protected during a transaction. Always keep communication and payment within the Xello app.
Ready to Get Started?
Join thousands of Nigerians already buying and selling on Xello.