Plain-English guides to buying, selling, shipping and transferring firearms online — written for private sellers, first-time buyers and FFL dealers who use Liberty Gun Trader. Each guide explains the federal basics and how the marketplace handles that step. State and local laws vary, so always confirm the rules where you and the other party live.
Buying a gun online
- How to Buy a Gun Online: A Step-by-Step Guide — finding a listing, choosing a receiving FFL, paying safely and picking up your firearm.
- What Is an FFL Transfer? — what a transfer dealer does, typical fees, the background check and what to bring.
- Gun Escrow Explained: How GunTab Protects Buyers and Sellers — how escrow holds payment until the firearm arrives at your dealer.
- How Online Gun Auctions Work — proxy (maximum) bidding, reserve prices, Buy Now and anti-sniping.
- Choosing Firearm Accessories: Fit, Compatibility and Quality
Selling a gun online
- How to Sell a Gun Online Legally — private-seller and dealer rules, pricing, listing and getting paid.
- How to Ship a Gun — federal shipping rules, which carriers accept firearms, and packaging.
- Individual Seller Listing Checklist — accuracy, photos and communication.
- Why Accurate Listings and Clear Photos Build Trust
- Common Listing Mistakes That Reduce Search Visibility
For FFL dealers
- FFL Dealer Storefront Best Practices
- Dealer Inventory Data Quality
- Local Pickup, Shipping and Transfer Responsibilities
Comparing marketplaces
- GunBroker Alternatives: Where to Buy and Sell Guns Online
- Armslist Alternative: Safer Ways to Buy From Private Sellers
- Why Marketplace Rules Protect Buyers, Sellers and Dealers
Ownership and services
- Responsible Ownership Resources Every New Owner Should Know
- Questions to Ask Before Choosing Training or Gunsmithing Services
- How to Use Marketplace Filters to Find Listings Faster
Ready to start?
Browse the marketplace, find a dealer or seller near you, or create a free account to list your first item. Questions? Contact us.
These guides are general information, not legal advice. Firearm laws change and differ by state and locality; confirm requirements with your FFL dealer or an attorney before you buy, sell or ship.