Trade-In

Fuel Resale Growth and Loyalty Through Trade-In

Capture high-quality supply to fuel your resale business and build loyalty through digital and in-store trade-in. Archive helps brands collect the most desirable products—those that resell quickly, at strong price points, and with higher margins—while creating a seamless, engaging experience for customers.

How It Works

customers start a trade in

Shoppers initiate a trade-in online using a prepaid shipping label, or in-store where associates check items in through Archive’s Trade-In App.

products are collected and shipped

Items are routed to Archive’s 3PL network for intake, consolidated, and prepared for processing.

archive handles processing

Archive’s Resale WMS manages inspection, cleaning, and repair to ensure every item meets brand standards and is priced for profitability.

items go live on your resale site

Processed items are automatically listed on your branded resale platform, ready for sale and fulfillment with complete visibility across every stage.

Key Benefits

High-Quality Supply, Higher Margins

Trade-in captures products at ideal for resale, incentivizing high quality and high price point items, and driving higher resale margins.

customer loyalty and retention

Customers who trade in receive store credit, driving repeat purchases and deepening brand affinity.

increased foot traffic and upspend

In-store trade-in not only drives visits but also immediate conversion: customers spend their credit on new products in the same trip.

operational efficiency

Archive’s connected platform handles intake, grading, logistics, and resale listing, ensuring full visibility across your circular ecosystem.