What ShackSwap Is — and Is Not

ShackSwap is…

• A community marketplace for amateur radio gear in NZ (buy · sell · swap).
• A venue: we provide listings, search, messaging, and simple tools.
• Primarily for local, person-to-person trades (meet-ups encouraged).
• Moderated: we remove unsafe/illegal content and nudge users toward good practice.
• Aligned with NZ law: see Terms, Prohibited Items, Safe Trading.

ShackSwap is not…

• A buyer or seller of items (we don’t own, hold, or inspect goods).
• An escrow, payment handler, courier, or auction house.
• A substitute for RSM licensing or law enforcement.
• A repair shop or calibration service.
• A place for illegal/non-compliant radio equipment or stolen goods.

Licensing reminder (NZ): Trading transmit-capable gear (transceivers/amps) assumes the buyer holds a valid Amateur Radio Operator Certificate and callsign (RSM). See Licence Requirements.

How it works (in brief)

• Browse & message a seller about an item.
• Meet safely (public/daylight) and inspect/test gear.
• Agree payment (cash or bank transfer). Confirm bank details by voice.
• Complete the trade; mark the listing sold.

NZ specifics to know

• Most listings are private sales, typically “as-is, where-is”.
• If a seller is in trade, they must say so and follow the FTA/CGA.
• Only sell/buy gear that is legal to use in NZ. See Prohibited & Restricted Items.
• Stay safe: read the Safe Trading Guide.
• We handle personal info under the Privacy Notice (Privacy Act 2020).

Need help or see an issue?

Use the report link on a listing, or use the Contact form . We may remove listings or restrict accounts where we reasonably believe rules or laws are being breached.

Legal note: This page is guidance only. The Terms, NZ law, and RSM rules prevail.