Becoming a verified vendor 

What “Verified Vendor” status means

A verified vendor on WreckMarket is a business that has:

• Provided accurate legal and contact details that match official records.
• Supplied valid documentation such as ABN/ACN and any required motor dealer or wrecker licences.
• Agreed to and continues to comply with WreckMarket’s Terms of Service and policies.

The verified badge appears on your vendor profile and on your listings, signalling to buyers that your business has passed WreckMarket’s checks. This is aligned with common marketplace practices for reducing fraud and improving buyer confidence.

Verification does not guarantee the condition, quality or suitability of any specific vehicle or part you list, nor does it replace a buyer’s own due diligence.

Fees and billing structure

WreckMarket uses a simple, transparent fee model for verification:

• One‑time verification fee: AUD 599
• Annual renewal fee (from year two onward): AUD 200 per year

The AUD 599 one‑time fee covers:

• Processing and reviewing your initial verification application.
• Setting up your verified vendor profile.
• Your first year of verified status (no separate renewal fee in year one).

From year two onwards, you pay AUD 200 per year to renew your verified status and keep the badge active.

Verification and renewal fees are non‑refundable, except where required by law (for example, under Australian Consumer Law). Payment covers the cost of processing and reviewing your application; it does not guarantee approval.

Fee changes and notice

WreckMarket may update the one‑time verification fee and/or the annual renewal fee from time to time. Any change will be announced with at least 3 months’ notice before new pricing applies to future applications or renewals, for example via email and/or notices on the WreckMarket website. This gives existing vendors time to decide whether they wish to apply or renew under the updated pricing.

Who should apply for verification

Verification is intended for businesses that regularly trade in wrecks and salvage:

• Licensed auto wreckers and dismantlers.
• Insurance salvage, auction, or vehicle remarketing businesses.
• Mechanical workshops that frequently sell written‑off, repairable or parts‑only vehicles.
• Other vehicle‑related businesses whose primary use of WreckMarket is trading wrecks and parts.

Private individuals selling a one‑off wreck can usually list without becoming verified, although they must still follow all WreckMarket rules.

Information you’ll need to provide

Before you start the application, prepare:

• Legal business name and trading name (if different).
• ABN/ACN.
• Registered business address and operating locations.
• Contact person’s name, role, email and phone number.
• Motor dealer / wrecker licence number(s) and issuing authority (where required by law).
• Clear scans or photos of relevant licences and supporting documents.
• A brief description of what you plan to list (complete vehicles, part‑outs, parts, etc.).
• Links to your website or active business profiles (if available).

Providing accurate, consistent information up front makes verification faster and reduces the chance of later discrepancies.

Step‑by‑step: how to become a verified vendor

Step 1 – Create or log into your WreckMarket account

1. Visit https://wreckmarket.com/register-vendor.
2. Register with your business email address or log into your existing account.
3. Complete your basic user profile (name, password or social login, contact details).

Step 2 – Open the verified vendor application

1. Login to our customer support and select “Become a verified vendor”.
2. This opens the Vendor Onboarding form.

Step 3 – Submit the Vendor Onboarding form

In this form you will:

• Select your vendor type (licensed wrecker, insurer, workshop, etc.).
• Enter your legal and trading names, ABN/ACN and business address.
• Provide licence numbers and upload supporting documents.
• Describe the types and volumes of stock you plan to list.
• Confirm that you have read and accepted WreckMarket’s Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

When you submit the form, your application enters the initial assessment stage.

Step 4 – Initial assessment and payment email

After submission, WreckMarket performs an initial assessment of your application to confirm that:

• Your business appears to be genuine and relevant to the marketplace.
• The details provided are complete enough to proceed to full verification.

If your application passes this initial check, WreckMarket will send a payment email to the contact address you provided. This email contains a secure link for paying the AUD 599 one‑time verification fee (which includes your first year’s verified status).

Your formal verification review only begins after payment has been received and confirmed. If the initial assessment indicates that your business is clearly ineligible or unrelated to WreckMarket’s focus, the team may decline to proceed to payment and will notify you by email.

Step 5 – Full verification review

Once payment is confirmed, your application moves into the full verification queue. During this stage WreckMarket may:

• Check your ABN/ACN and business registration details.
• Confirm licence numbers and expiry dates against issuing authorities where possible.^[3]
• Compare your profile details with your website or public business listings.
• Review whether your intended use of WreckMarket aligns with its marketplace rules.

Typical review time is around 3–7 business days from the date your payment is confirmed, depending on application volume and whether further information is needed.

You will be notified by email when:

• Your application is approved and your account is marked as a verified vendor; or
• More information is required; or
• Your application is declined, with an explanation where possible.

When approved, the verified badge appears on your vendor profile and on your existing and future listings.

Handling discrepancies: 14‑day notice process

Sometimes WreckMarket may find that the information in your vendor profile does not match official records or your actual business. Examples include:

• Business name or ABN that does not match your licence documents.
• Licence number that is invalid, expired or registered to a different entity.
• Contact person who does not appear to be associated with the business.
• Profile description or website content that significantly differs from the activities you described.

In these cases, WreckMarket will follow this process:

1. Notice of discrepancy
   1. WreckMarket sends a detailed email to the contact person listed in your application, explaining what appears inconsistent or incorrect.
2. 14‑day correction window
   1. You have 14 calendar days from the date of that email to:
      1. Correct your vendor profile details; and/or
      1. Upload updated or correct documents; and/or
      1. Provide a clear written explanation that resolves the discrepancy.
3. Resolution
   1. If you respond within 14 days and the updated information is satisfactory, your verified status continues.
   1. If you do not respond within 14 days, or if the issues remain unresolved after your response, WreckMarket will:
      1. Remove your verified badge and treat your account as a non‑verified vendor.
      1. Restrict or adjust access to features that are only available to verified vendors if necessary.
      1. Require you to restart the verification process and pay the AUD 599 one‑time fee again if you later wish to become verified.

This policy is designed to keep verification meaningful and to protect buyers and the wider marketplace from misrepresentation, in line with common vendor‑due‑diligence practice.^[4][3]

Renewal and ongoing obligations

Annual renewal

From year two onwards, you must:

• Pay the AUD 200 annual renewal fee before your current verified period expires.
• Confirm that your business and licensing information is still accurate, or provide updated details.

WreckMarket may request updated documents (for example, renewed licences or proof of name changes) as part of each renewal cycle.

Keeping your information current

You agree to:

• Update your WreckMarket profile promptly if your legal entity, trading name, address, licence status or contact details change.
• Notify WreckMarket if your relevant licence is suspended, restricted or cancelled.
• Continue to comply with WreckMarket’s Terms of Service, listing rules and all applicable laws.

Failure to maintain accurate information or comply with marketplace rules may lead to suspension or removal of verified status, even outside the formal renewal schedule.

WreckMarket’s right to decline or revoke verification

WreckMarket may refuse, suspend or revoke verified status at its discretion where it reasonably believes that:

• Information provided is false, misleading or incomplete.
• Your business poses a legal, fraud, safety or reputational risk to the marketplace.
• You have repeatedly breached WreckMarket’s Terms of Service or listing policies.

This may occur even if your documents appear technically valid, as part of WreckMarket’s responsibility to safeguard users and the integrity of the marketplace.

If your verified status is revoked, WreckMarket will normally notify you by email with a brief explanation, unless legal or security reasons prevent disclosure.

What verification does not cover

Verification is about who you are, not about every item you sell. Specifically, verified status does not:

• Guarantee that each vehicle or part is accurately described, roadworthy or fit for a particular purpose.
• Replace a buyer’s obligation to inspect vehicles/parts and do their own checks.
• Guarantee that every transaction will be free of disputes.

Buyers should always exercise due diligence; vendors remain fully responsible for the accuracy and legality of their listings.

Why becoming a verified vendor is worth it

Despite the checks and fees, verified status offers clear benefits:

• Higher trust and conversion – buyers are more likely to contact and purchase from verified businesses in high‑risk categories like wrecks and salvage.
• Differentiation – the badge helps you stand out from casual or one‑off sellers.
• Stronger long‑term reputation – consistent, verified presence builds recognition for your business on WreckMarket over time.

Questions or help with your application

If you have questions before applying, need help with documents, or want to respond to a discrepancy notice, you can contact WreckMarket via:

• Email: support@wreckmarket.com (or your chosen vendor support email)
• Support portal: A dedicated “Vendor Onboarding” request type in the WreckMarket help centre.

Providing clear, complete information and responding promptly to any follow‑up questions will give you the smoothest path to becoming—and staying—a verified vendor on WreckMarket.