Listings Guide
Creating & Managing Listings
Everything you need to know about creating, editing, and managing your SoftPatch marketplace listings.
Step 1
Choose Your Listing Type
Navigate to /softpatch/create to get started. SoftPatch supports three listing types, each with a dedicated creation form.
Gear
Equipment for rental or sale — lighting, audio, rigging, video, and more.
Spaces
Physical locations — rehearsal rooms, warehouses, studios, shop space.
Services
Professional skills — technicians, designers, operators, consultants.
Step by Step
Creating a Listing
Follow these four steps to create a listing that stands out.
Choose Type
Pick gear, space, or service. Each has a dedicated creation form tailored to its category.
Add Details
Fill in the essentials: title (clear, descriptive name), description (specs, condition, what's included), category (specific type like lighting, audio, etc.), pricing (daily/weekly rates or hourly for services), and location (appears on the map, fuzzed for privacy).
Add Photos
1 to 10 photos required, max 10MB each. Clear, well-lit images from multiple angles are recommended.
Submit for Review
Your listing goes to moderation for quality review. Most listings are approved within 24 to 48 hours.
Best Practices
Pro Tips for Great Listings
Make your listing more appealing and effective.
- Take clear, well-lit photos from multiple angles
- Include model numbers, specifications, and condition notes
- Price competitively — research similar listings first
- Be detailed about what's included and excluded
- Respond quickly to inquiries
- Keep availability current
Management
Your Listings Dashboard
Access your dashboard at /softpatch/my-listings to manage everything in one place.
Two Main Tabs
"My Listings" shows all your listings. "Inquiries" tracks messages about your listings and ones you've contacted.
Filter Chips
Quickly filter by category: All, TourReady, Services, Gear, or Spaces.
Status Badges
Each listing shows its current status: Draft (not submitted), Pending (in review), or Published (live on marketplace).
Quick Actions
Edit, unpublish, or delete listings directly from the dashboard without navigating away.
Editing
Editing & Unpublishing
Keep your listings accurate and up to date.
Edit
Click edit on any listing to update details, pricing, or photos. Changes to published listings may require re-approval.
Unpublish
Temporarily hide a listing from the marketplace. Your listing data is preserved and can be republished anytime.
Delete
Permanently remove a listing. This action cannot be undone. Consider unpublishing first if you might relist later.
Expiration
Listing Expiration
Listings auto-expire to keep the marketplace current and relevant.
Auto-Expiration
Listings automatically expire after a set period to ensure the marketplace stays fresh and accurate.
Expiration Notifications
You'll receive a notification before your listing expires, giving you time to renew or update it.
Easy Renewal
Renew directly from the My Listings page with a single click. No need to re-enter your details.
Nothing Is Deleted
Expired listings are simply unpublished, not deleted. You can renew and republish them at any time.
Communication
Managing Inquiries
Track and respond to inquiries about your listings and manage ones you've sent.
Received
Inquiries from other users about your listings. Review, respond, and manage conversations.
Sent
Inquiries you have sent to other listing owners. Track their status and follow up.
Inquiry Lifecycle
Tips for Handling Inquiries
- Respond promptly — faster replies lead to more successful transactions
- Be specific about availability, condition, and terms
- Keep records of all agreements within the platform
Ready to List?
List your gear, spaces, or services on SoftPatch and connect with touring professionals who need what you have.