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Garage Hoppers questions

Clear answers for shoppers, sellers, and community sale organisers.

Frequently asked

Quick, straightforward answers.

15 answers

Is Garage Hoppers free?

Yes, completely free for sellers and shoppers. Always.

How do I post a listing?

Click Post a Sale, fill out the 4-step form, submit. Goes live after a quick review.

How long does review take?

Every submitted sale is reviewed before publication. Timing varies, so submit early and double-check your details before sending it.

How long does my listing stay up?

Until your sale date passes. Contact crew@garagehoppers.com to remove it early.

Can I edit my listing after submitting?

Email crew@garagehoppers.com with your listing address and the changes needed.

What photos should I upload?

Use clear, current photos of the actual items or setup. Good photos help shoppers understand whether the sale fits their route.

Do I need an account to browse?

No account needed. Browse and search freely.

Do I need an account to post a listing?

No account required. Just fill out the form.

How does the map work?

Every listing is geocoded to its address and plotted on an OpenStreetMap map. You can search by city and radius.

What areas do you cover?

Sales can be posted across Canada and the United States. Available results depend on what is currently listed in each area.

What is a Community Sale?

A group of households in the same area holding sales on the same day -- like a neighbourhood garage sale day.

How does the Community Sale Organiser work?

You set up the event at garagehoppers.com/organise, get a join link, and share it. Participants add their own address using the link. Everything maps automatically. You get a dashboard, a KML export for Google My Maps, and a printable flyer.

Can participants cancel?

Yes. Each participant gets a private manage link emailed to them. They can cancel anytime without contacting the organiser.

Who is the bunny?

Our mascot. He hunts for deals.

How do I contact you?

Email crew@garagehoppers.com -- we read everything.