FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many visitors does Boatsonline receive?

In the month of January 2008, Boatsonline received over 8,000,000 hits, 1,600,000 page views and 120,000 visits. These figures continue to increase.

How do I list my boat for sale?

Simple as as 1,2,3!
1. Register your contact details.
2. Create your ad (with up to 8 photos)
3. Make your sucure online payment.

Why must I register to publish a boat ad?

Your email address and password are used to verify your identity and allow access to edit your boat ad. Your email address is also used to forward Enquiries for your boat ad to you.

I have registered but didn't do my ad, what happens next?

You have 7 days to use the registration and create your ad. After that period your rego will be permanently deleted.

How long does my listing remain on Boatsonline?

Private advertisements run for a 4 month period. Most boats are sold within this period. However if your ad is still current you will receive an email 7 days prior to expiry to check if you want to renew your advertisement.

Can I change my email address for the published ad?

You have to contact our office to verify a change of email address and we will do the change for you.

Can I submit several ads with the same email address?

No, each ad must have its unique email address.

I lost my password, what now?

Easy, go to MY ACCOUNT, located on the left side of the web page, and use the RETRIEVE function, just follow the steps.

What is file size?

The digital size of an image is measured in bytes (or kilobytes, megabytes, gigabytes). Therefore an image of 300 kilobytes has a file size of 300 kilobytes.

What is pixel size?

A pixel is a single point in an image, an image is made up of many pixels. Therefore in digital image processing, width and height of an image are expressed in pixels.

Can I change photos for my boat ad?

Yes, go to MY ACCOUNT, enter your login details, go to UPLOAD PHOTOS, and follow the instructions.

Can I replace details and photos for another boat?

No, you have to set up a new ad and pay for it.

Why can't I upload my photo?

Check the file format of your photo, it must be .jpg or jpeg. Check the file size (kb) of your photo, it may be too large for the type of Internet connection you are using. We suggest you keep your file size to approx. 200kb unless you have high speed Internet access.

Why can I see only a part of my photo?

Due to packet loss during transfer to the server only part of your photo was transmitted. This can happen due to an erratic Internet connection. Just upload your photo again.

Why can't I see my ad?

It may be due to cacheing by your computer. Hold down the SHIFT key and click the REFRESH/RELOAD button of your browser to reload the web page from the server.

Can I refer to my Boatsonline ad in other forms of advertising?

Absolutely! If you are using other advertising sources e.g.. newspaper, flyers etc, please invite potential buyers to check out your listing and photographs at www.boatsonline.com.au.

Who will contact me about my boat listing?

Most people who contact you will be genuine buyers. As with any advertising, you may get calls from boat brokers, dealers and other internet sites offering you free advertising however beware of 'hidden' costs and commissions of up to 5%.

Beware of prospective overseas 'buyers' sending scam emails - please use common sense and caution.

I am a boat dealer/broker. How do I advertise on Boatsonline?

We welcome boat listings from boat dealers and brokers - check out DEALER SUBSCRIPTIONS. Please email us for information regarding advertising on Boatsonline.