What happens after I match with a trade partner?
Next steps once both parties agree to a trade.
When a trade proposal is accepted, both parties enter the active trade flow. Here's what happens next:
- 1GatSwap runs a pre-trade compliance check against both states' laws.
- 2Each party selects their preferred FFL from the GatSwap network (you pick the one closest to you).
- 3Both parties confirm the trade details and shipping instructions.
- 4GatSwap generates shipping labels via a licensed carrier (Fedex, UPS, or USPS, depending on firearm type).
- 5You package your firearm per the carrier's guidelines and drop it off.
You can communicate with your trade partner at any time through GatSwap's encrypted in-app messaging. Sharing personal contact information is discouraged and not necessary.