Sealabid
Blog
Practical guides and build notes — especially for people who would never search “sealed bid platform”.
2025-12-31
7 min read
Why sealed bids work (and why sellers secretly prefer them)
Sealed bids remove sniping, bidding wars, and timewasting. Here’s how the envelope model changes behaviour — and how to use it to get better outcomes.
2025-12-30
6 min read
We built Sealabid with ChatGPT as a co-builder (from zero to live)
A novice builder + ChatGPT shipped a sealed-bid marketplace using Next.js, Appwrite, and Stripe. Here’s what we built, what broke, and what we learned.
2025-12-29
5 min read
How to write a winning envelope message (examples that work)
In sealed bids, your message and profile matter. Here are short examples sellers trust — and what to avoid.
2025-12-28
6 min read
How to sell online without timewasters (a practical checklist)
Most timewasters are predictable. Here’s how to write listings, set rules, and choose buyers so deals actually complete.
2025-12-27
5 min read
How sellers choose a winner when offers are close
When the top offers are similar, sellers choose based on completion. Here’s what actually influences the decision (and how to stand out).
2025-12-26
5 min read
Delivery vs collection: what sellers should set upfront (and why it matters)
Most disputes are logistics. Here’s how to set delivery/collection rules so buyers can bid confidently and deals complete.
2025-12-25
5 min read
Fundraising with sealed bids: why charities often get better outcomes
Sealed bids are calmer and more respectful for fundraising sales. Here’s how to run charity listings without the auction circus.
2025-12-24
5 min read
Selling collectibles safely: how to attract real collectors and avoid scams
Collectibles attract genuine enthusiasts — and scammers. Here’s how to list safely, price realistically, and choose buyers who’ll complete.