How to set up Local Pickup only on Facebook Marketplace (NZ)
Step-by-step instructions for New Zealand sellers to create or edit Facebook Marketplace listings so they are pickup only. Includes listing text tips, where to meet, and simple payment options.
Quick takeaway
When you create or edit a Facebook Marketplace listing you can choose the delivery method — select Local pickup and do not offer shipping. If your version of Marketplace does not show a specific 'pickup only' toggle, explicitly state 'Pickup only — no shipping' in the title and description, and remove any shipping option. Also set your location correctly, add clear pickup instructions, and follow safety and payment best practices during the meet-up.
On app: Create/Edit listing → Delivery method → choose Local pickup, deselect Shipping; save.
If UI lacks a pickup toggle, clearly state 'Pickup only — no shipping' in title/description and remove shipping options.
Meet in public, confirm payment before handing over the item, and consider cashless options like bank transfer or a card-on-phone service.
Quick overview
Facebook Marketplace shows delivery methods on listings. To make a listing local pickup only, choose Local pickup and make sure Shipping is not offered. If you can't find the toggle, use clear wording in the title and description that you do not ship.
These steps work for sellers across New Zealand. After you set the listing to pickup only, focus on clear pickup instructions, agreed times, safe public meeting places, and secure payment before handing the item over.
- Set Delivery method to Local pickup and disable Shipping where possible.
- State 'Pickup only — no shipping' in title and description.
- Confirm time, place and payment method with the buyer before meeting.
How to set Local Pickup only when creating a listing (mobile app)
1. Open the Facebook app and tap Marketplace → Sell → Items for sale. Add photos, title, price and category as usual.
2. Scroll to Delivery method (sometimes under Location or Additional details). Tap Delivery method and select Local pickup. Make sure Shipping/offers to ship is not selected. Save the listing.
- If you see checkboxes for Shipping and Local pickup, only tick Local pickup.
- If there's no Delivery method field in your version, write 'Pickup only' in the title and description and do not enable any shipping options.
How to set Local Pickup only from a desktop browser
1. Go to facebook.com/marketplace and click Create new listing → Item for sale. Fill in the details (photos, title, price, category).
2. Look for Delivery method or Shipping options on the listing form. Choose Local pickup and do not select shipping. If the delivery option isn't visible, state 'Pickup only — no shipping' in the title and description.
- Make sure your listed location is correct — Marketplace uses location to show nearby buyers.
- Preview the listing to confirm it says Local pickup or that your title/description clearly state pickup-only.
How to edit an existing listing to remove shipping and make it pickup only
1. Find your listing in Marketplace (Your account → Your listings) and click Edit listing.
2. Locate Delivery method or Shipping and uncheck or disable Shipping; select Local pickup if available. Save changes.
3. If you can't change delivery options due to UI limitations, add 'Pickup only — no shipping' at the top of the description and in the listing title.
- After editing, message recent interested buyers to confirm the update and avoid confusion.
- For sold or reserved items, update the listing status so others know it's no longer available.
What to write in your listing to reduce shipping enquiries
Make the pickup-only policy unmissable: put it in the title and the first line of the description. Example: 'Dining table — $120 — Pickup only (Wellington CBD) — no shipping.'
Add clear pickup details: suburb or landmark, general hours available (e.g., weekdays 9–5 or weekends by arrangement), and whether you need payment in advance or on pickup.
- Use a short title with 'Pickup only' so buyers see it in search results.
- Repeat 'Pickup only' at the top of the description and again near the bottom where you list rules.
- Mention any flexibility (e.g., 'can deliver within 5km for small fee') if you intend to offer local delivery to select buyers.
Meeting safely in person (New Zealand practical tips)
Choose a public, well-lit place during daytime if possible. Examples: shopping centre carparks, outside police stations, or a café with visible CCTV and people around. Avoid private, isolated locations.
Bring a friend or let someone know where and when you're meeting and who the buyer is. Keep items in your vehicle trunk until the buyer arrives if you are picking up from your home.
- Prefer busy public spots with CCTV over quiet residential addresses.
- Arrange an exact meeting time and confirm the buyer's name/profile before you go.
- If the item is large, suggest the buyer inspects it while you watch — do not hand over the item until payment is confirmed.
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I don’t see a 'Local pickup' option — what should I do?
Some versions of Marketplace hide delivery options. If you don't see 'Local pickup' you should explicitly add 'Pickup only — no shipping' to the title and the top of the description. Also set your item location accurately. If the delivery UI appears later, edit the listing again and select Local pickup.
Can I charge extra for pickup or local delivery?
Yes. State any extra fee clearly in the listing (e.g., 'Pickup only; can deliver within 5 km for $10'). Agree the fee in messages before meeting so the buyer knows the total cost.
How do I confirm a bank transfer before handing over the item?
Wait until the transfer is fully visible in your bank account balance or transaction history (not just a screenshot). If in doubt, ask the buyer to transfer and show you the transaction reference, then verify it in your online banking.
Is it safe to meet at my house for pickups?
Meeting at your home can be convenient but comes with privacy and safety trade-offs. If you do, have someone with you, keep doors locked, meet in an outside area like the driveway, and don’t invite strangers inside. If you’re uncomfortable, choose a public location instead.
Should I mark the listing as 'Local pickup' when it’s already sold?
When an item is sold, mark it as 'Sold' or remove the listing. If you’ve arranged pickup and payment but it hasn’t happened yet, keep the listing active and update the description to say 'Reserved — pickup by [date/time]'.
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