Raid Train Guidelines

Want your show to be as successful as possible? Here are some guidelines and best practices to help you!!

1. Scheduling:

You will be required to book your show on Whatnot before completing the sign up process.

    Show Title:  Thrift to Gift Raid Train or $5 on the 5th Raid Train  (Please copy/paste to avoid typos)

    Thumbnail:  Save the image on this page and upload it.

    Moderators: @theredrooster and your choice.

2. Prepare for Your Show:

  • We recommend having at least 25-60 items pre-loaded into your auction tab at least 4 days prior to the raid train.
  • The more items you pre-load, the more pre-bids you may receive and the faster you’ll be able to run these items on the day of the show!
  • Load additional items into the Buy It Now section of your store!  Include some fun small lower priced items for viewers to gift to chat. Set up a few items in your Buy it Now as Flash Sales to really build excitement for your Buy it now.
  • Giveaways, $1 starts or coupons are at your discretion. Giveaways help you build followers. $1 starts are a fun way to start off a show but you are taking on that risk. Coupons have been shown by Whatnot to increase purchases by 50%, they are a great way to get new sales and multiple sales!!!
  • Spread the word and promote your show and items for sale during other shows and on social media to collect pre-bids! Creating a buzz around your show will earn more for your items and help everyone involved gain more exposure! 

3. On the Day of the Event:

  • Begin your show at least 5 minutes before your scheduled start time.
  • Upon receiving the raid, thank the seller that raided you, introduce yourself, run a giveaway or $1 start or offer a coupon and then start SELLING!! Run! RUN! RUUUUNNNNNN! The more often you run auctions the more the algorithm will boost your show!
  • IMPORTANT: Be a nice human, stay positive. Focus on having fun!