# BMO Marketplace — Complete Platform Guide # URL: https://bmo.trading # Discord: https://discord.gg/5kktngSmkZ # Type: Minecraft Middleman & Trading Platform # Status: Beta 0.0.1 --- ## Overview BMO Marketplace (bmo.trading) is the #1 Minecraft middleman service. It is a web platform where users can safely buy, sell, and trade Minecraft accounts, Hypixel Skyblock coins, DonutSMP items, Minecadia gear, MMC, PvPLands, MunchyMC, ranks, in-game items, capes, plugins, servers, and more. Every trade can be overseen by a verified human middleman who holds items in escrow until both buyer and seller confirm delivery. The platform includes automated scam detection, reputation tracking, crypto payments, and a full community with chat and leaderboards. BMO solves the problem of scams in Minecraft trading. Before BMO, traders had to trust strangers in Discord DMs or forums with no protection. With BMO, trades are protected by escrow, verified middlemen, and an 11-point scam detection system. --- ## How Trading Works Step 1: A user creates a listing on the marketplace. They describe what they're selling or buying, set a price, upload images, and choose category tags. Step 2: Other users browse the marketplace, filter by category/price/reputation, and find listings they're interested in. They can make offers or start a trade directly. Step 3: When both parties agree to trade, a verified middleman is assigned. Step 4: The seller gives the items/account to the middleman. The middleman verifies the items are correct and holds them in escrow. Step 5: Once the middleman confirms items are held, the buyer sends payment directly to the seller (via crypto, BMOCash, or other agreed method). Step 6: After payment is confirmed, the middleman releases the items to the buyer. Step 7: The trade is marked complete. Both parties can leave reputation reviews. If there's a dispute at any step, BMO's staff investigates with evidence uploads and resolves it. Disputes inactive for 7 days are auto-cancelled. --- ## Marketplace Categories Users can list items in these categories: - Accounts (Minecraft accounts, Hypixel accounts, optifine capes) - Bases & Builds (Minecraft world builds, base designs, schematic files) - Capes & Cosmetics (optifine capes, lunar client cosmetics, badlion cosmetics) - Crates & Keys (crate keys, mystery boxes, loot crates from servers) - Crypto (cryptocurrency trades, bitcoin, ethereum) - In-Game Money (Hypixel Skyblock coins, server economy currency) - Items (Minecraft items, enchanted gear, rare drops, Skyblock items) - Mods & Configs (Minecraft mods, modpack configs, client configs) - Other (anything not in the above categories) - Plugins (Minecraft server plugins, custom coded plugins) - Ranks (Minecraft server ranks, VIP, MVP, staff ranks) - Servers (Minecraft server hosting, server transfers) - Services (boosting, leveling, building, coding, setup services) - Tools & Weapons (enchanted tools, swords, armor, bows) --- ## Subscription Tiers ### Free ($0/month) - 3 active listings at a time - Community chat access - All tools (ban check, MC lookup, IGN lookup) - Listing analytics (views, clicks) - Standard support tickets - Default orange username color ### BMO+ ($2.99/month) Everything in Free, plus: - 10 active listings - Custom profile color (choose any color) - Custom profile banner image - Purple listing border glow on marketplace - No advertisements shown - Bump listings to the top every 24 hours - BMO+ badge on profile and chat ### BMO Pro ($6.99/month) Everything in BMO+, plus: - Unlimited active listings - Blue listing border glow on marketplace - Feature listings prominently for 1 day ($1.99/day, paid with BMOCash) - Auto-bump listings every 12 hours - Pro badge on profile and chat - Verified seller checkmark (blue checkmark next to name) ### BMO Elite ($11.99/month) Everything in BMO Pro, plus: - Gradient username color - Gold listing border glow on marketplace - Feature listings for up to 2 days ($1.99/day) - Auto-bump listings every 6 hours - Elite badge on profile and chat - Access to exclusive Elite-only chat channel - Priority middleman matching (first in queue) Users can pay for subscriptions with BMOCash (in-platform wallet) or cryptocurrency (BTC, ETH, LTC, USDT). --- ## Trust & Safety Systems ### Scam Detection (11-Point System) Every trade is automatically scored for risk. The system checks: 1. Account age (new accounts are higher risk) 2. Trade history (first-time traders flagged) 3. Reputation score 4. Previous disputes 5. Cancellation rate 6. Price anomalies (unusually high or low prices) 7. Rapid listing creation 8. Multiple accounts from same IP 9. Previously banned associations 10. Communication patterns 11. Payment method risk High-risk trades are automatically held for staff review. Users with very high risk scores are auto-restricted (muted, trade cooldown). ### Reputation System After every completed trade, both parties can leave reputation: - +Rep (positive) or -Rep (negative) - Written comment explaining why - Proof screenshots (in-game items proof, payment proof) - All reputation requires staff approval before appearing - Admin can set reputation with a reason (e.g., "Rep transfer from old platform") Reputation determines seller level: - 0-4 rep: Newcomer - 5-14 rep: Active Trader - 15-29 rep: Experienced - 30-49 rep: Veteran - 50-99 rep: Elite - 100+ rep: Legend ### Alt-Account Detection Staff can detect users creating multiple accounts to evade bans or manipulate reputation: - Every login logs the user's IP address - Staff can search any user and see "Linked Accounts" — other accounts that share the same IP - Red warning if a linked account is banned - Available at /staff/alt-detection ### Ban System Staff can ban users with: - Temporary bans (1 day, 3 days, 7 days, 14 days, 30 days) - Permanent bans - Mutes (5 minutes to 7 days, prevents chat messages) - All bans require a reason - Users can check if someone is banned using the Ban Checker tool --- ## Tools ### Ban Checker (/ban-check) Enter a Minecraft username or UUID to check if a player is banned on BMO or flagged as a scammer. Shows ban history, reasons, and dates. ### MC Lookup (/mc-lookup) Look up any Minecraft player by username. Shows: - Player skin (full body render) - UUID - Name history (all previous usernames with dates) - Cape information - Account status ### IGN Lookup (/ign-lookup) Search for a BMO profile by Minecraft in-game name. If the player has verified their Minecraft account on BMO, this shows their BMO profile with reputation, trade history, and listings. ### Price History (/price-history) Track market trends for items on BMO. See how prices for categories have changed over time. --- ## Community Features ### Chat Real-time community chat with multiple channels: - #general — General discussion - #trading — Trade discussion and looking-for-trade posts - #support — Community help - #scam-reports — Report suspicious users - #off-topic — Non-trading discussion - #staff — Staff-only channel - #elite-lounge — Elite subscribers only Features: message replies, optimistic sending (instant, no lag), online user count, staff can delete messages. ### Direct Messages Users can send private messages to each other. Used for negotiating trades, asking questions about listings, or general communication. ### Follow System Follow other users to keep track of their activity. See follower count and weekly growth on your dashboard. ### Leaderboards (/leaderboards) Rankings for: - Top traders by completed trade count - Top reputation holders - Top sellers by volume - Top middlemen by trades handled ### Achievements 14 unlockable achievements with XP rewards: - First Trade, Speed Demon, Reputation Builder, Community Helper, and more - Each achievement grants XP - Visible on user profiles --- ## Minecraft Server Listing (/servers) Users can browse Minecraft servers listed on BMO: - Server banner image - Server IP with click-to-copy - Minecraft version - Player count (online/max) - Server type tags (Survival, Creative, Skyblock, Factions, Prison, etc.) - Green/red online indicator - Server description and details page Only administrators can add servers to the directory. --- ## Payments ### BMOCash Wallet Every user has a BMOCash wallet. BMOCash can be used to: - Purchase rank subscriptions - Pay for featured listings - Send BMOCash to other users - (Future) Wager on mini-games ### Crypto Deposits Users can deposit cryptocurrency to their BMOCash wallet: - Bitcoin (BTC) - Ethereum (ETH) - Litecoin (LTC) - Tether (USDT) - Minimum deposit: $15 - Processed via NOWPayments --- ## API for Developers (/developers) BMO offers a public REST API: GET /api/v1/listings — Search and browse marketplace listings GET /api/v1/listings/:id — Get a single listing's details GET /api/v1/users/:username — Get a user's public profile GET /api/v1/users/:username/reputation — Get a user's reputation history GET /api/v1/trending — Get currently trending/hot listings GET /api/v1/stats — Get platform statistics (total users, trades, listings) GET /api/v1/docs — API documentation All endpoints are rate-limited with X-RateLimit headers. --- ## Technical Details - Built with Next.js 14 (React, Server Components, App Router) - TypeScript (strict mode) - Supabase for database (PostgreSQL), authentication, and realtime - Tailwind CSS with custom glassmorphism design system - Deployed on Netlify with SSR - 82,000+ lines of code - ISR caching on 20+ pages for performance - Row Level Security on every database table - Sentry for error monitoring - Google Analytics for usage tracking - Progressive Web App (installable on mobile/desktop) --- ## Frequently Asked Questions Q: Is BMO free to use? A: Yes, BMO is free to sign up and use. Free users can create up to 3 listings, use all tools, and chat. Paid tiers (BMO+, Pro, Elite) unlock additional features like more listings, custom profiles, and featured listings. Q: How do middlemen work? A: Middlemen are verified staff members who act as trusted intermediaries. The seller gives their items to the middleman, who holds them in escrow. Once confirmed, the buyer pays the seller directly. After payment is verified, the middleman releases the items to the buyer. This ensures neither party can scam the other. Q: What can I trade on BMO? A: Minecraft accounts, Hypixel Skyblock coins, server ranks, in-game items, capes, plugins, builds, services, and more. All categories are Minecraft-related. Q: How do I deposit money? A: Go to Purchases > Deposit and choose a cryptocurrency (BTC, ETH, LTC, or USDT). Minimum deposit is $15. The deposit is converted to BMOCash in your wallet. Q: How does reputation work? A: After each completed trade, both parties can leave +Rep or -Rep with a comment and proof screenshots. All reputation must be approved by staff before it appears on your profile. Higher reputation means higher trust. Q: Can I get scammed on BMO? A: BMO significantly reduces scam risk through escrow, middlemen, and automated scam detection. However, no system is 100% foolproof. Always use a middleman for high-value trades, check the other party's reputation, and use the ban checker before trading. Q: How do I become a middleman? A: You need at least 50 reputation to apply. Go to Staff Panel > Middleman > Apply. Applications are reviewed by senior staff. Q: What happens if there's a dispute? A: Both parties can submit evidence (screenshots, transaction IDs, chat logs). Staff reviews the evidence and makes a decision. Disputes inactive for 7+ days are auto-cancelled. Q: Is my data safe? A: BMO uses Row Level Security on all database tables, encrypted connections, webhook signature verification, and follows security best practices. We never store payment card details — all payments go through NOWPayments. --- ## Example Listings Here are examples of what listings on BMO look like: ### Example 1: Hypixel Skyblock Coins - Title: "100M Skyblock Coins — Instant Delivery" - Price: $8.50 USD - Type: Selling - Category: In-Game Money - Description: "Selling 100M Hypixel Skyblock coins. I have 2B+ in stock. Delivery via trade menu in-game. I go first if you have higher rep. Will use middleman for large orders." - Seller reputation: +47 (Veteran level) - Response time: ~10 minutes ### Example 2: Minecraft Account with Cape - Title: "Full Access MC Account — OptiFine Cape + Hypixel MVP+" - Price: $25.00 USD - Type: Selling - Category: Accounts - Description: "Selling my Minecraft Java account. Comes with OptiFine cape, Hypixel MVP+ rank, and clean ban history. Full email access included. Account will be transferred via Microsoft account migration." - Seller reputation: +12 (Experienced level) ### Example 3: Server Rank - Title: "Looking to buy PvPLands Immortal Rank" - Price: $15.00 USD - Type: Buying - Category: Ranks - Description: "Looking to buy PvPLands Immortal rank. Must be giftable or transferable. Will use middleman. PM me with your price." - Buyer reputation: +3 (Newcomer level) ### Example 4: Custom Plugin - Title: "Custom Anti-Cheat Plugin — 1.8-1.20 Support" - Price: $50.00 USD - Type: Selling - Category: Plugins - Description: "Professional anti-cheat plugin with 50+ checks. Supports 1.8 through 1.20. Includes KillAura, Fly, Speed, Reach, and AutoClicker detection. Configurable alerts and auto-ban. 30 days of support included." - Seller reputation: +89 (Elite level) ### Example 5: Building Service - Title: "Professional Minecraft Builder — Spawn/Hub/Arena" - Price: $30.00 USD - Type: Selling - Category: Services - Description: "I build custom spawns, hubs, arenas, and lobbies for Minecraft servers. Portfolio available on request. Delivery within 3-7 days depending on complexity. Schematic or direct build on your server." - Seller reputation: +156 (Legend level) --- ## Page Index - **https://bmo.trading** — Homepage and landing page for BMO Marketplace. Showcases the platform's core value proposition as the #1 Minecraft middleman service. Features trust statistics, feature highlights, category previews, and call-to-action buttons for signing up and browsing the marketplace. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace** — The main marketplace page where users browse, search, and filter all active listings. Supports full-text search, category tag filtering, price range filtering, and sorting by newest, price, or most viewed. Listings display title, price, seller reputation, and subscription glow effects. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/accounts** — Filtered marketplace view showing only account listings. Includes Minecraft Java/Bedrock accounts, Hypixel accounts with ranks, accounts with OptiFine capes, and migrated accounts. Sellers list account details like rank, level, and included cosmetics. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/bases-builds** — Filtered marketplace view for bases and builds. Includes Minecraft world downloads, schematic files, base designs, and custom builds. Sellers showcase their builds with screenshots and describe block counts, dimensions, and themes. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/capes-cosmetics** — Filtered marketplace view for capes and cosmetic items. Includes OptiFine capes, Lunar Client cosmetics, Badlion Client cosmetics, and other wearable items. Listings show preview images of the cosmetics in-game. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/crates-keys** — Filtered marketplace view for crate keys and mystery boxes from various Minecraft servers. Includes loot crate keys, vote keys, and seasonal crates with details on which server they belong to. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/crypto** — Filtered marketplace view for cryptocurrency-related trades. Users list crypto exchange offers, typically BTC, ETH, LTC, and USDT trades at competitive rates. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/in-game-money** — Filtered marketplace view for in-game currency. Primarily Hypixel Skyblock coins but also includes server economy currency, prison money, and factions currency. Sellers list amounts, delivery methods, and stock availability. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/items** — Filtered marketplace view for Minecraft items. Includes enchanted gear, rare drops, Skyblock items (Hyperion, Necron's Armor, Midas Sword), and other valuable in-game assets with detailed stats and enchantments listed. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/mods-configs** — Filtered marketplace view for Minecraft mods and configuration files. Includes custom mods, modpack configs, client settings, and optimization profiles for various Minecraft versions. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/other** — Filtered marketplace view for listings that do not fit into other categories. A catch-all category for miscellaneous Minecraft-related items and services. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/plugins** — Filtered marketplace view for Minecraft server plugins. Includes custom-coded plugins, premium plugin licenses, plugin configurations, and plugin bundles. Sellers describe supported versions, features, and included support. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/ranks** — Filtered marketplace view for Minecraft server ranks. Includes VIP, MVP, and staff ranks from various servers. Listings specify the server, rank tier, and included perks. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/servers** — Filtered marketplace view for Minecraft servers. Includes server transfers, established servers for sale, and hosting packages. Sellers describe player base size, server type, and included infrastructure. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/services** — Filtered marketplace view for services. Includes boosting, leveling, building, coding, server setup, and other professional services. Sellers describe turnaround time, deliverables, and portfolio examples. - **https://bmo.trading/marketplace/tools-weapons** — Filtered marketplace view for enchanted tools and weapons. Includes swords, pickaxes, armor sets, bows, and other combat/utility items with full enchantment details and reforge information. - **https://bmo.trading/servers** — Minecraft server directory where users can browse listed servers. Each server shows a banner image, IP address (click-to-copy), Minecraft version, player count, server type tags, and online status. Only administrators can add servers. - **https://bmo.trading/chat** — Real-time community chat with multiple channels including #general, #trading, #support, #scam-reports, #off-topic, #staff, and #elite-lounge. Features message replies, optimistic sending, online user count, and staff moderation tools. - **https://bmo.trading/ban-check** — Ban checker tool where users enter a Minecraft username or UUID to check if a player is banned on BMO or flagged as a scammer. Displays ban history, ban reasons, ban dates, and current status. Essential for verifying trading partners. - **https://bmo.trading/mc-lookup** — Minecraft player lookup tool. Enter any Minecraft username to see their full body skin render, UUID, complete name history with dates, cape information, and account status. Useful for verifying player identities before trading. - **https://bmo.trading/ign-lookup** — Search for BMO user profiles by Minecraft in-game name. If a player has verified their Minecraft account on BMO, this shows their BMO profile with reputation, trade history, active listings, and badges. - **https://bmo.trading/price-history** — Market price tracking tool that shows how prices for different categories have changed over time. Helps buyers and sellers understand fair market value for items, coins, and accounts. - **https://bmo.trading/leaderboards** — Platform leaderboards ranking users by completed trade count, reputation score, sales volume, and middleman trades handled. Shows top performers in each category with their stats and badges. - **https://bmo.trading/pricing** — Subscription tier comparison page. Details all four tiers (Free, BMO+, BMO Pro, BMO Elite) with feature breakdowns, pricing, and upgrade buttons. Shows listing limits, glow effects, bump intervals, and exclusive perks per tier. - **https://bmo.trading/features** — Comprehensive feature overview page describing all platform capabilities including escrow, middlemen, scam detection, reputation system, BMOCash wallet, crypto payments, chat, achievements, and developer API. - **https://bmo.trading/how-to** — Step-by-step trading guide explaining how to create listings, find buyers/sellers, request a middleman, complete trades safely, and leave reputation. Includes tips for avoiding scams and maximizing trade success. - **https://bmo.trading/help** — Help center with support resources, frequently asked questions, and contact information. Users can find answers to common questions or submit support tickets for account, trading, or payment issues. - **https://bmo.trading/developers** — API documentation page for the public REST API. Documents all endpoints (listings, users, reputation, trending, stats) with parameters, response schemas, and example requests. Includes rate limit information. - **https://bmo.trading/terms** — Terms of service outlining platform rules, user responsibilities, prohibited activities, dispute resolution policies, and legal disclaimers for using BMO Marketplace. - **https://bmo.trading/privacy** — Privacy policy explaining what data BMO collects, how it is used, stored, and protected. Covers account data, IP logging for alt detection, analytics, and third-party integrations. - **https://bmo.trading/login** — Sign-in page for existing BMO users. Supports email/password authentication through Supabase Auth. Includes password reset and remember-me functionality. - **https://bmo.trading/register** — Registration page for new users. Create a BMO account with username, email, and password. New accounts start at the Free tier with 3 listing slots and access to all platform tools.