How Long Do Listings Stay Online? Automatic Expiry and Renewal Rules on markto.ch
markto.ch listings do not stay online forever — they have an automatic expiry period to keep the platform fresh and relevant for local buyers.
Standard Expiry Period
- Active listings remain visible for 30 days from the date of publication (this is the most common duration for private ads on markto.ch).
- After 30 days, the ad automatically moves to expired status:
- It no longer appears in search results or category listings.
- It is hidden from public view.
- It remains visible to you in “Meine Anzeigen” (My Ads) under expired or archived items.
Some categories (e.g., real estate, vehicles, jobs, services) may have slightly different durations:
- Real estate / rentals → often 60–90 days
- Vehicles → sometimes 60 days
- But for most everyday items (electronics, furniture, bikes, clothing, etc.) → 30 days is standard.
How to Check Expiry Date
- Go to “Meine Anzeigen” (My Ads) after login.
- Each listing shows:
- Publication date (“Veröffentlicht am…”)
- Remaining time or expiry date (if shown)
- Status label: “Aktiv” (active), “Abgelaufen” (expired), etc.
Renewal / Republish Rules
- Automatic renewal → does not exist. Listings do not auto-renew.
- Manual renewal → very easy:
- In “Meine Anzeigen”, find the expired ad.
- Click on it → look for “Erneuern”, “Wieder veröffentlichen” or “Republish” button.
- Click it → ad is immediately reactivated with the same content (you can edit first if needed).
- New 30-day countdown starts from the renewal date.
- You can renew as many times as you want — no limit for private users.
- Tip: Renew just before expiry (e.g. day 28–30) to keep momentum without losing views/inquiries.
Special Cases
- Marked as sold → removed from public view immediately (no expiry timer).
- Scheduled ads → go live on chosen date → then follow normal 30-day expiry.
- Rejected / blocked ads → never go live → no expiry applies.
- Drafts → never expire (stay in your drafts forever until published or deleted).
Quick Summary
- Default lifetime: 30 days (active & visible)
- After expiry: hidden from public, still in your “My Ads”
- Renewal: manual, one click — resets the 30-day clock
- No auto-renewal or fees for private sellers
Check “Meine Anzeigen” regularly to catch expiring ads and renew them — it keeps your items in front of local buyers and maximizes your chances of quick sales.
Keep listings fresh and deals rolling! 📅