Safety Guidelines
Buying and selling firearms comes with responsibility. Follow these guidelines to keep every transaction safe, legal, and trustworthy.
Buy and sell legally
- Complete firearm transfers through a licensed FFL dealer — never ship a firearm directly to an individual.
- Know and follow the laws of both the shipping and receiving states, including bans, magazine limits, and waiting periods.
- Never sell to anyone you know or suspect is prohibited from owning a firearm.
Avoid scams
- Keep communication and offers on ShootingBid where there's a record.
- Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, or buyers/sellers who pressure you to move off-platform.
- Sellers: confirm payment has fully cleared before shipping. Buyers: use traceable payment methods.
- Verify the receiving FFL is legitimate before sending a firearm.
Report it: If something feels wrong — a suspicious listing, a prohibited item, or a bad actor — email us at Help & Contact with the item number and details. We investigate every report.
Handle firearms responsibly
- Always treat every firearm as if it is loaded.
- Store firearms securely and away from unauthorized users, especially children.
- Inspect any firearm you receive and confirm it matches the listing before use.
By using ShootingBid you agree to our Terms of Service. Trustworthy behavior keeps this community strong.