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Answers to the most common questions from collectors and dealers. Can't find what you need? Reach out and a real person will get back to you.
Buying
How do I know a listing is really graded?+
Every listing on Strictly Graded requires a certification number from PSA, BGS, SGC, or CGC. You can take that cert number to the grading company's own lookup tool at any time to independently verify the card's grade and details before or after you buy.
What happens if a dealer sells the card to someone else before I check out?+
Listings sync from each dealer's own inventory in real time. In the rare case two buyers order the same card within moments of each other, the first completed order gets it — the second is refunded automatically and notified right away.
Who do I contact if something arrives different than described?+
Every order includes buyer protection. Contact support with your order number and photos of what arrived, and we'll work with the dealer to make it right — replacement or refund.
Selling
Can I sell raw (ungraded) cards?+
No — Strictly Graded only lists cards graded by PSA, BGS, SGC, or CGC. This is a core policy, not a preference, and it's what differentiates the platform from general marketplaces.
How does my inventory stay in sync?+
Once approved, you connect your existing store or send us inventory updates (webhook, API, or manual feed depending on your setup). When a card sells anywhere — on your own site or here — it's marked unavailable everywhere automatically.
What does it cost to sell here?+
Full fee details are covered in the dealer application — see the Sellers page. There's no cost to apply.
Shipping & Returns
Who ships my order — you or the dealer?+
The approved dealer who has the card ships it directly to you. Shipping times vary by dealer and are shown on the listing before you buy.
What's the return policy?+
If a card doesn't match its listed grade or condition, you're covered by buyer protection — reach out to support and we'll handle it with the dealer on your behalf.
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