Guide · Selling your unused gear
How to photograph used items so they sell
Simple phone-photo tips for your Bids Kenya listing: lighting, angles, showing flaws and identifying marks so your item is approved and gets bids.
You do not need a studio. Clear, honest photos from an ordinary phone are the most effective thing you can do for your listing.
Set up
- Use daylight near a window. Avoid the flash.
- Use a plain background, such as a table or a clean sheet.
- Wipe the item and the lens of your camera first.
- Hold the phone steady and keep the whole item in frame.
Shots to take
- A main photo of the whole item, front on. This is the cover picture bidders see first. You need 4 to 7 photos in total, from different angles.
- Close-ups of every flaw: scratches, dents, scuffs, worn keys.
- The ports, buttons and labels, including any model or serial label.
- The item switched on, if it has a screen.
- Everything included in the sale, laid out together: charger, cables, box.
Good to know
Photos are compressed to WebP on upload and location data is removed from them to protect your privacy.
Show the real item. Stock or borrowed photos are not accepted and an administrator can reject the listing.
Frequently asked questions
Should I show the damage?
Yes. Showing flaws builds trust, avoids disputes and protects your payment.
How many photos do I need?
Every listing needs 4 to 7 photos from different angles. The first one is the cover bidders see.
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Ready to list your item?
Listing is free. An administrator reviews it before it goes live.