Escrow, explained

Money moves only when trust does.

Here's the whole journey of your money on Tradelink - in pictures. No jargon, no surprises.

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01

You pay into escrow

The moment you order, your naira goes into Tradelink's escrow - held safely, never sent straight to the seller.

02

Receive & inspect

The seller ships and you check the item is exactly what was promised before a single naira moves.

03

Funds released

Happy? Confirm delivery and the seller is paid instantly. Escrow only opens once you say so.

48h max
04

If something's wrong

Not as described? Open a dispute and our team steps in - most are resolved within 48 hours.

Buy bravely. Sell freely.

Escrow has your back on every order. Start shopping, or open your own store in minutes.