Do I need an account to submit a coral listing?

Yes. You need to create a free account or log in before the coral submission form becomes available.

Why do coral listings require approval?

Listings are manually approved to help reduce spam and keep the marketplace genuine for UK reef keepers. This helps protect both buyers and sellers.

How do buyers contact sellers?

Buyers contact sellers directly by email. Collection, shipping, payment, and other details are then agreed directly between buyer and seller.

Do I have to offer shipping?

No. Sellers can choose collection only, shipping only, or both, depending on what suits the coral and the seller.

Can I list phytoplankton on CoralBay too?

If you want to list phytoplankton as a seller, CoralBay asks you to email shop@coralbay.uk to confirm the best route.

Sell Corals in the UK – free community listings or as a vendor.

Q: Is it free to list corals on CoralBay?

Yes. Community coral listings on CoralBay are free, with no listing fees, no commissions, and no hidden costs. Buyers and sellers arrange the details directly between themselves.

Q: What is the difference between Community Corals and becoming a vendor?

Community Corals is intended for occasional sellers who want to submit coral listings through a simple form. Becoming a vendor is better suited to reef keepers with regular stock or larger availability who want to manage multiple listings from their own dashboard.

Q: What should I include in a coral listing?

It is best to include clear photos, the coral name or type, approximate frag size such as polyp count or branch size, and whether the coral is available for collection, shipping, or both.

Q: Will my coral listing appear on the CoralBay map?

Many listings also appear on the CoralBay map, which helps buyers find corals near them or along their route.

Q: How do I become a CoralBay vendor?

Create a free account, then choose the Become a Vendor option. Vendor accounts are approved manually, and CoralBay also offers setup help by email.

CoralBay is a UK-based marketplace…

where reef keepers can sell corals they’ve grown themselves and buy corals from other reefers within the UK.

You can list corals in two ways:

• Free community listings

• As a vendor (currently free for early adopters)

CoralBay is built around the UK reefing community. It only works if reefers take part — by sharing, listing, and supporting each other.

Alongside listings, CoralBay includes tools like the Reef Shops Map and Reefers Along the Route, helping you find corals and reef stores near you or along your journey.

We’re actively improving the platform and welcome feedback — changes are often implemented quickly. Email shop@coralbay.uk

Why Sell Corals on CoralBay?

If you’re reefing in the UK, CoralBay is built for you.

Why is it good to sell here? A better question might be — why not?

Using Community Corals costs absolutely nothing. It’s a simple way to connect with other reefers looking for homegrown corals.

What makes CoralBay different is how buyers find you.
With features like the Community Corals Along the Route, your listings can appear to people nearby or even along their journey — making local collection easier than ever.

You stay in control — arrange payment, collection or delivery directly with the buyer. Everything starts with a simple contact. ( community listings have a contact form ) CoralBay is not part of this transaction, we only allow contact.

And when your tank takes off and frags are ready again, you know where to come back to.

Prefer something more automated?

You can also apply to become a vendor ( once you have an account on CoralBay it can be upgraded ) — ideal if you want to avoid back-and-forth messaging and handle everything through the site.
Payments are taken online and passed to you after the buyer receives the coral.

Vendor accounts are currently free for early adopters, so there’s no risk in getting started.

Be early. Be visible. Be part of it.

Create an account and start your journey.

Sell Corals Occasionally? Community Listings Explained

If you only sell corals from time to time then CoralBay’s Community Corals system is simple and free.

Create a free account or log in
Come back to this page ( you will see a listing form ) or go to “My Account” page
Fill in a form to list community coral. Add photos, coral type, and basic details. Make sure you type in your email correctly as this is the only way a buyer can contact You initially.
Submit for approval- to keep listings genuine

Note: The coral submission form appears once you are logged in.

Approved listings are published in:
Community Corals marketplace.
They are also shown as Top Community Corals on the map as long as it’s available for collection. Delivery only corals are not shown on a map.

There are no fees, no commissions, and no hidden costs for community coral listings..
Buyers contact sellers directly to arrange collection, shipping, and payment between themselves.

Selling Corals Regularly or in Larger Quantities?

If you have ongoing coral availability, you can register as a CoralBay seller and manage multiple listings through your own dashboard.

Vendor accounts are approved manually to protect the community and prevent spam.

Create a free account or log in
For setup help, email: shop@coralbay.uk

Manage Coral Listings from One Dashboard

All community and vendor listings can be viewed and managed from your account area:
My Account

Supporting the UK Reefing Community

CoralBay exists to keep UK-grown corals visible, traded responsibly, and appreciated — while supporting reef keepers rather than overseas platforms.

Happy GB reefing

Submit a coral listing

Create a free account to post your coral. It keeps the Community Corals section clean and spam-free.

FAQ

Is it free to sell corals on CoralBay in the UK?

Yes — you can sell corals in the UK on CoralBay completely free. There are no listing fees, no commissions, and no hidden costs. Buyers and sellers arrange everything directly between themselves.

Do I need an account to list coral frags for sale?

Yes — you’ll need to create a free account or log in before you can submit a coral listing. It’s quick to set up and gives you access to manage your listings.

What’s the difference between Community Corals and becoming a vendor?

Community Corals is ideal if you want to sell corals occasionally. If you regularly sell coral frags in the UK or have more stock, becoming a vendor gives you a proper dashboard to manage multiple listings more easily.

Why do coral listings need approval?

Listings are manually approved to keep CoralBay focused on genuine UK reef keepers and to reduce spam. It helps maintain a trusted place to buy and sell corals in the UK.

How do buyers contact me?

Buyers contact you directly by email. You then arrange collection, delivery, and payment between yourselves — there’s no middleman involved.

Can I sell coral frags for collection or delivery?

Yes — you can offer collection, UK delivery, or both. Many sellers prefer local collection, but posting coral frags is also an option if you’re set up for it.

What should I include in a coral listing?

Clear photos are key. It also helps to include the coral name or type, approximate frag size (polyp count or branch size), and whether it’s available for collection, UK shipping, or both.

Will my coral listing appear on the CoralBay map?

Yes — if your coral is available for collection, it can appear on the CoralBay map. This helps buyers find coral frags near them or even along their route.

Can I sell phytoplankton on CoralBay?

If you want to sell phytoplankton in the UK through CoralBay, it’s best to email shop@coralbay.uk first so we can guide you on the right setup.

How do I become a CoralBay vendor?

Create a free account, then choose the “Become a Vendor” option. Vendor accounts are approved manually and are better suited if you plan to sell corals regularly.

Where can I sell coral frags in the UK?

CoralBay is a UK-based platform built specifically for reef keepers to sell coral frags locally or across the UK — without marketplace restrictions or fees.