SunShopper FAQs
What is SunShopper?
SunShopper is Bermuda’s one-stop shop for classified ads. Owned by the Bermuda Sun newspaper, SunShopper allows you to place your ads for FREE online and in the print newspaper all in one go.
Moving? Clearing out the clutter? Unwanted gifts? Or just need some extra cash? Placing an ad on SunShopper is fast and easy. Just click the POST AN AD button to get started.
In the market for a new car or an apartment? You can browse all our ads online by category or date, or register for automatic email alerts and we’ll do the searching for you.
Moving? Clearing out the clutter? Unwanted gifts? Or just need some extra cash? Placing an ad on SunShopper is fast and easy. Just click the POST AN AD button to get started.
In the market for a new car or an apartment? You can browse all our ads online by category or date, or register for automatic email alerts and we’ll do the searching for you.
Who can post a classified ad listing on SunShopper?
Any private seller can place an ad on SunShopper for free. We do not accept listings from home businesses and companies, except in our real estate section. Please read our Terms of Use. By using the SunShopper website you agree to these terms. We reserve the right to reject, edit or remove any classified listing at any time.
How much will my ad cost?
Classified listings posted on SunShopper will appear online and in the Bermuda Sun newspaper for free.
I have a home business or company. Can I advertise on SunShopper?
Only private sellers can place classified listings on SunShopper. We do not accept listings from home businesses and companies, except in our real estate section. However, we encourage businesses to take advantage of our great prices for leaderboard and skyscraper advertising on SunShopper. Visit our Advertise page for more information.
Will my name, phone number and email address show in my online ad?
Only your username (if you have a SunShopper account) will appear online. If you would like your phone number and/or email address to appear in your ad, please include them in the ONLINE DESCRIPTION box. Other users will be able to contact you through our messaging system by clicking on Email the Advertiser.
Will my name, phone number and email address show in my print ad?
Only the information you type in the NEWSPAPER AD box will be printed in the newspaper. You should include your phone number and/or email address in that box so readers can contact you.
What do I do if I forget my password?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website. You are now on the Sign In page. Click on “Click here” below “Forgot your password?”. Enter your account email address or your account username and we'll send you an email with instructions on resetting your password.
How do I change my password?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>Account Settings. Enter in your new password twice in the fields on the form and click SAVE.
How do I change my username?
Your username is unique to your account and cannot be changed.
How do I change my email address?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>Account Settings. Replace your existing email address with your new email address on the form and click SAVE.
How do I change my email alert settings?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>Email Alerts. Change your alert preferences and click SAVE.
How do I cancel my ad if I have a SunShopper user account?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>My Ads. Click CANCEL next to the ad you want to remove from the website and then click confirm.
How do I edit my ad if I have a SunShopper user account?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>My Ads. Click EDIT next to the ad you want to change. After making your changes, click NEXT or SAVE through each step until you receive a confirmation that your changes have been submitted.
How do I renew my ad if I have a SunShopper user account?
Click on the SIGN IN link at the top right of the website and log in. In the top right corner, click on MY ACCOUNT>My Ads. Click RENEW next to the ad you want to RENEW.
How do I cancel my ad if I don’t have a user account?
When you post an ad, you will receive an email containing a link to edit your ad. Click on that link. A page will open in your internet browser. Click the CANCEL link.
How do I edit my ad if I don’t have a user account?
When you post an ad, you will receive an email containing a link to edit your ad. Click on that link. A page will open in your internet browser. Click the EDIT link. After making your changes, click NEXT or SAVE through each step until you receive a confirmation that your changes have been submitted.
How do I renew my ad if I don’t have a user account?
When you post an ad, you will receive an email containing a link to edit your ad. Click on that link. A page will open in your internet browser. Click the RENEW link.
When will my ad appear online?
Our site editors review every ad before it is posted on SunShopper. This process is usually very quick, but it can take up to 24 hours for approval, especially if you post your ad outside regular business hours.
When will my ad be printed in the Bermuda Sun?
SunShopper real estate listings are printed in the Friday edition of the Bermuda Sun. All other categories appear in the Wednesday edition. If you want your ad printed in the Bermuda Sun, you must complete the NEWSPAPER AD section on the Post an Ad form and place your ad online by noon on Monday.
How do I report another user’s ad as inappropriate, offensive or fraudulent?
Our site editors review every ad before it appears online, but sometimes an inappropriate or fraudulent listing slips through. Your feedback is essential to keeping our online community safe. If you need to report an ad as inappropriate, offensive or fraudulent, please visit our Contact Us page.
How do I avoid scams?
Our site editors review every ad before it appears online, but unfortunately sometimes a fraudulent listing slips through. Please use common sense when responding to ads and do your research. If something seems too good to be true, it might be a scam. If in doubt, seek legal advice. Never wire money to a seller.
The Bermuda Police Service issued this advice to online shoppers:
“We would ask that members of the public be extremely vigilant in responding to internet adverts and be especially wary of responding to any person requesting monies who is using popular free email addresses such as Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, etc. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact the Financial Crime Unit on 295-0011 or email fraud@bps.bm.”
If you spot a fraudulent listing on SunShopper, please contact Us.
The Bermuda Police Service issued this advice to online shoppers:
“We would ask that members of the public be extremely vigilant in responding to internet adverts and be especially wary of responding to any person requesting monies who is using popular free email addresses such as Gmail, Yahoo, Hotmail, etc. If you have any questions regarding this matter, please feel free to contact the Financial Crime Unit on 295-0011 or email fraud@bps.bm.”
If you spot a fraudulent listing on SunShopper, please contact Us.
How do I contact SunShopper?
If you have a question that isn’t covered in our FAQs or you need more information, visit our Contact Us page.