Adding pictures to your listings

Including several high-quality pictures is one of the best ways to attract buyers to your listings. Donnate's photo uploader makes it easy to add photos of your items.

When you list an item on Donnate, you have to include at least one picture. The first picture you add is the main photo in your listing. 

Donnate picture tips

Here are some tips to ensure your pictures look their best for buyers:

• Set your item against a plain white or neutral backdrop, or if you’re shooting a shiny or reflective item like a piece of jewellery, a black background may work better
• Use a tripod to keep the camera steady for clear, sharp photos. If you don’t have a tripod, place the camera on a flat surface and use the shutter timer to eliminate excess motion
• Avoid using a flash, which can cause shadows, reflections, hot spots and greyness
• Capture images of the top, bottom and sides of your item with detailed close-ups. Also, include photos that clearly show any flaws, scratches or other imperfections
• Don’t overlay text such as seller logos. That kind of information should go in the title, subtitle, or item description

Remember, you can't use a catalogue or stock photo if you're listing an item as used.