▶ Selling-Items


Analyzing transaction type: [ITEM_SALE] This module covers the lifecycle of selling a physical or digital good. From listing to payment release. █


> Your item is listed. An interested operator approaches.
> There are two paths a sale can take on SMT:
> direct purchase or dynamic negotiation.


> path_a: buy_now

The simplest path. A buyer agrees to your listed price and clicks [ Buy Now ]. They are immediately prompted to fund the escrow. This is the fast track for buyers who know what they want and agree with your price.


> path_b: negotiation

A buyer is interested but wants to discuss the price. They will initiate a chat or send you a direct offer. This opens a negotiation window where you can exchange counter-offers until you reach a mutual agreement.


For a full breakdown of this feature, load the [The-Art-of-the-Deal:-Negotiations](./the-art-of-the-deal-negotiations) module.


> query: item_escrow_protocol

Whether the sale is a "Buy Now" or a negotiated deal, the SMT Escrow Shield 🛡️ protects the transaction.


  1. [PAYMENT_LOCKED]: The buyer pays the agreed-upon price. The funds are immediately transferred and locked in our on-chain escrow wallet. You receive a notification that the funds are secured.


  1. [SELLER_ACTION]: It's your turn to act. You must now deliver the item.
    • For Digital Goods: You send the item (e.g., file, code, key) to the buyer via the SMT chat.
    • For Physical Goods: You ship the item and must provide a shipping/tracking number within the SMT interface. This acts as your proof of delivery.


  1. [BUYER_CONFIRMATION]: The buyer receives the item and confirms this within the SMT interface by clicking [ Mark as Received ].


  1. [FUNDS_RELEASED]: The moment the buyer confirms receipt, the escrow automatically releases the funds directly to your connected wallet. Transaction complete.


> Item sale protocol understood.
> This ensures sellers are always paid and buyers always get their goods.