Buyers decide whether to open your listing based on the thumbnail alone, and decide whether to trust it based on everything behind it. Good photos do both jobs at once — here's how to get them right.
It might feel counterintuitive to photograph a scratch or crack clearly, but it works in your favor: a buyer who sees the real condition upfront and still messages you is already a serious, informed buyer — which means fewer wasted conversations and fewer surprises (or complaints) at the meetup.
Use as many of the available photo slots as you can — more real, clear photos consistently correlate with more buyer interest and faster trust.
No — listings need current photos of the actual device in its present condition, not photos from when it was new or unused.
Yes — clear, authentic photos of the actual device are one of the fastest ways to avoid a rejection; see Why Was My Ad Rejected, Paused, or Removed? for the full list of common issues.
It can help build trust, but always dial *#06# and rely on the phone's actual displayed IMEI as the source of truth, not just what's printed on a box — see How to Check If a Phone Is PTA Approved.
Yes — multiple clean angles still help buyers feel confident about the condition and reduce the number of basic questions you'll get asked in chat.
