Ricardo: buy & sell secondhand

Ricardo: buy & sell secondhand is Switzerland’s trusted online marketplace where you can buy and sell a wide range of second-hand items. With millions of active members and over three million listings, the app offers a secure and sustainable way to shop locally. Whether you are looking for clothing, electronics, furniture, or collectibles, the platform connects buyers and sellers through auctions, fixed-price purchases, and negotiable offers.

How It Works

Using Ricardo: buy & sell secondhand, you can choose from three buying methods: join an auction to bid on items, click buy now to secure a fixed price, or make an offer and receive a response within 48 hours. The app supports a smooth transaction flow, from browsing categories to completing payment with TWINT, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or card. Sellers can list items in minutes by uploading photos and setting a starting price, reaching millions of potential buyers across Switzerland.

Listing and Selling

To sell on Ricardo: buy & sell secondhand, you create a listing in a few steps, choose a category, and set your preferred sale method. The platform covers categories like home and garden, fashion, baby items, electronics, cars, and toys. Each listing can include multiple photos and a detailed description, helping you attract serious buyers. Sellers can track their listings and sales through a simple dashboard, making it easy to manage inventory and respond to offers.

Search and Discovery

The app features a smart search system powered by Ricardo AI, which lets you take a photo of an item to find similar listings instantly. You can save searches, sellers, and items to receive notifications when new listings are posted. Navigation is organized by category, with filters for price, location, and condition, so you can quickly find deals starting at CHF 1. The clean interface and responsive design make browsing second-hand goods intuitive on any device.

Safety and Trust

With over 25 years of operation, the marketplace prioritizes safe transactions through Buyer Protection+, which holds your payment until the item is received. The app also offers customer support via phone and a help center. Whether you are buying a used garden lounge set or selling a pre-owned car, the platform provides a reliable environment for peer-to-peer trading in Switzerland. By extending the life of items, each transaction supports a more sustainable shopping cycle.