How to find and contact a seller
A buyer's guide to searching Torra's four marketplaces, reading seller profiles with confidence, and making first contact the right way.
Where to browse
Four marketplaces, one platform
Torra organises listings into four separate marketplaces. Start in the one that matches what you are looking for.
Marketplace
Browse physical goods and products from sellers across Nigeria. Use search and category filters to narrow results by product type, condition, and location.
BrowseServices & Contractors
Find vetted professionals for trade work, contracting, and local services. Filter by service category, subcategory, and state to find providers near you.
BrowseReal Estate
Browse residential, land, and commercial property listings from verified agents. Filter by property type and location.
BrowseVehicle Rentals
Find rental vehicles from verified owners. Compare by vehicle type, rental terms, and location.
BrowseSearch smarter
Getting better search results
Use specific keywords
Search for the exact product name, service type, or vehicle model rather than broad terms. 'Toyota Corolla rental Lagos' returns more useful results than 'car'.
Apply location filters
Set your state or city in the location filter. Sellers in your area are easier to meet, inspect items in person, and coordinate delivery with.
Sort by relevance or newest
Sort by newest first to see recently published listings. Active sellers who just listed are more likely to still have availability.
Reading profiles
What to look for on a seller profile
Each listing links to the seller's public profile. These signals help you judge whether a seller is credible before you reach out.
Verified badge
Indicates Torra reviewed the seller's identity details. Not a guarantee of quality — but a stronger trust signal than an unverified listing.
Profile photo or logo
Sellers who add a real photo or business logo have taken more care in setting up their profile. A placeholder avatar is worth noting.
Business description
Read the seller's description carefully. It tells you what they sell, how they operate, and how to reach them. Vague descriptions deserve follow-up questions.
Location details
A specific city, LGA, and address gives you a clearer picture of the seller. Very generic or inconsistent location information is worth confirming before you commit.
Contact visibility
Sellers control whether their phone number is visible to buyers. Logged-in buyers see WhatsApp and phone details on the listing page if the seller has enabled them.
Listing quality
A seller with well-photographed, clearly described listings generally invests more care in their business. Thin or duplicated listings are a yellow flag.
Making first contact
Sellers on Torra receive contact via WhatsApp or phone. A clear, specific first message gets a faster and more useful response.
- Introduce yourself briefly — your name and what you are interested in.
- Reference the specific listing by name or description so the seller knows exactly what you mean.
- Ask about availability, stock, or scheduling before discussing price.
- Confirm the location — especially for physical goods where delivery or collection is involved.
- Ask about payment method expectations before agreeing to anything.
- Do not share personal financial details in a first message.
Before you agree to pay
Torra does not process payments between buyers and sellers. You and the seller settle payment directly. Take these steps before committing money.
How payments work on Torra- Agree on the total price including any delivery cost before committing.
- Confirm the condition of the item if it is second-hand or rental equipment.
- For services, confirm scope — what is included in the quoted price and what is not.
- For real estate, ask about viewing arrangements before making any payment.
- Prefer traceable payment methods such as bank transfers over cash when possible.
- Do not pay before confirming the seller is genuine and the listing is still available.
Ready to start browsing?
Explore listings across Torra's four marketplaces and connect with sellers directly.