Release Notes

v3.14

October 2026

This release sharpens messaging safety feedback, speeds up common moderation checks, and improves reliability for the mobile app, scheduled blog posts, and in-app updates.

Notable changes

  • Improved When a message is held for safety, Gunny now explains whether to use Meet Up or FFLs in plain language
  • Improved You get a clear in-app notification when a sent message triggers a moderation warning, without notifying the other person
  • Improved Repeat listing openers and similar chatter skip a second moderation pass when the wording is unchanged
  • Improved Split contact details sent in a quick burst are judged together so partial phone numbers are caught
  • Improved The Android app handles push notifications, location, and in-webview navigation more reliably
  • Fix Background app updates verify the download is a real install package before prompting you to install
  • Fix Designed error pages render correctly under the site content security rules
  • Fix Scheduled blog generation is less likely to stall mid-run and flood the queue with retries
  • Fix Full test runs classify permanent email bounces reliably even when tests run in random order
  • Fix Local and CI Playwright runs keep the E2E PHP server up for the full serial suite

v3.13

October 2026

This release simplifies messaging deal pathways: one gold button for Meet Up (same-state) or FFLs (interstate), moves safety notices into the chat so mobile actions stay reachable, and refreshes Help Center guidance to match.

Notable changes

  • New Verified FFL dealers can download an official Excel workbook from My Posts and upload many listings at once, with dropdowns and column guidance built in
  • Improved One gold pathway button beside Send: Meet Up for same-state contact share, FFLs for interstate dealer pick
  • Improved Interstate safety notice now lives in the scrollable chat (like the Golden Rule brief) so Image, Meet Up/FFLs, and Send stay reachable on phones
  • Improved Gunny posts one-time FFL help when someone says they are unsure on an interstate thread
  • Improved Help Center screenshots and walkthroughs were refreshed for messaging, Meet Up, and dealer screens
  • Fix Fixed an issue where certain malformed links could stop a page from loading

v3.12

September 2026

This release makes dealer information easier to trust, keeps buyer and seller conversations connected when messages include attachments, and improves payment recovery when a checkout changes state.

Notable changes

  • New Dealer profiles now show seasonal and conditional hours, so you can check exceptions before planning a visit
  • Improved Support messages with attachments now include the original files for the support team
  • Improved Replies to message emails stay connected to the right buyer or seller conversation
  • Fix Payment updates now remain attached to the correct purchase when a checkout changes state

v3.11

September 2026

This release makes first conversations safer, adds phone verification for messaging, and gives you clearer help while you browse the site. Navigation and listing guidance are also easier to find.

Notable changes

  • New New message safety guidance helps buyers and sellers understand what to do before sharing contact details or arranging a transfer
  • New You can now verify your mobile number to help keep messaging and account activity tied to you
  • New A guided walkthrough and new help content make it easier to find important actions across the site
  • Improved The first message between a buyer and seller now includes clearer context and safety reminders
  • Improved The Browse, More, and Help menus now group related actions in one place on desktop
  • Fix Fixed an issue where a first message could disappear when the safety check ran on desktop

v3.10

August 2026

This release adds a support help page you can find right from your inbox, better handling for listing photos you have not finished uploading, and several checkout and messaging fixes so things recover cleanly if something goes wrong partway through.

Notable changes

  • New Draft listing photos you have started but not finished uploading are now included in the reminder email, so you can see exactly what you were working on
  • Improved Resuming checkout after using your browser's Back button now works more reliably, with clearer on-screen messages if something goes wrong
  • Improved Reordering photos while creating a listing now keeps them in the exact order you arranged them, even when mixing existing and newly uploaded photos
  • Improved Marking notifications as read is more reliable
  • Fix Fixed a bug with selecting a caliber while creating a listing
  • Fix Fixed an issue where some listing filters were not displaying correctly

v3.9

August 2026

This release smooths out signing in with Google or Facebook if you cancel partway through, and sends a helpful reminder email if you started a listing or a purchase (like buying credits, a newsletter spot, or an ad) and did not finish it. FFL payment emails and the homepage also got some polish.

Notable changes

  • New If you start creating a listing and do not finish, you may now get a friendly reminder email to pick up where you left off
  • Improved Signing in with Google or Facebook now handles it better if you cancel or close the window partway through
  • Improved If you start buying credits, a newsletter spot, or a partner ad and do not finish, you may now get a friendly reminder email
  • Improved FFL payment reminder and renewal emails now show clearer payment method information
  • Improved The homepage and some emails now show press mentions from outlets that have featured American Gun Trader
  • Fix Fixed a bug where a promo code could be applied twice on an unfinished purchase

v3.8

July 2026

This release makes checkout more reliable, clears up confusing wording on legal and support pages, and fixes several bugs in listings, messages, and the app so things recover cleanly when your connection or browser hiccups.

Notable changes

  • New The Support tab in your messages now opens a full help page with clearer ways to get assistance
  • Improved Checkout is more reliable, so resuming a purchase, using a promo code, or finishing a payment works smoothly without getting stuck
  • Improved Legal and contact pages now consistently show who you are actually buying from
  • Improved The app icon is easier to read on your home screen
  • Fix Pulling down to refresh on mobile no longer gets stuck on a blank spinner
  • Fix Listings now recover properly if your connection drops while you are scrolling
  • Fix Connecting your store to a dealer account no longer gets stuck after you approve it
  • Fix Fixed an error message that appeared on Safari when checking FFL transfer eligibility

v3.6

July 2026

This release helps keep you safe when paying for something you find in a message. You will now see a clear reminder not to send money directly, plus an easy way to find a licensed dealer instead. Verified dealers are now clearly marked, and paid listings are labeled as ads rather than a sign of trust.

Notable changes

  • New When someone shares contact details or photos in a message, you now see a reminder not to send money directly, with a one-tap way to find a licensed dealer instead Help
  • New Messages from a verified dealer now show a verified badge instead of that warning
  • Improved Paid listing placement is now clearly labeled as advertising, not a sign that the seller is verified Help
  • Improved Listings now go through an extra review step before they go live
  • Improved Verified dealers who contact support now get a faster response

v3.5

July 2026

This release adds automatic bidding and last-second bid protection to auctions, lets you reply to more email notifications without opening the site, and fixes several display issues on tablets and mobile.

Notable changes

  • New Set a maximum auction bid and the system will automatically bid for you up to that limit to stay ahead
  • New If a bid comes in during the final moments of an auction, the auction now extends slightly so other bidders get a fair chance to respond
  • New You can now reply directly from your email to group mentions and FFL transfer agreement updates, without opening the site
  • Improved If a message is flagged, you now get clearer guidance to verify your phone number and clearer warnings about strikes
  • Improved Listing cards and the free-listings promotion now display correctly on tablets
  • Fix Fixed pages that did not display correctly on mobile, including the guest blog submission form
  • Fix Turning off automated comments on a group no longer also stops the group's own posts from being shared
  • Fix Leaving a group no longer shows a page-not-found error, and you can now mute or leave several groups at once from your inbox

v3.4

July 2026

This release lets you sign in without a password, finishes the new homepage look, lets buyers donate to charity with crypto, and fixes a batch of messaging, listing, and display issues.

Notable changes

  • New Sign in with Face ID, Touch ID, Windows Hello, or a security key instead of typing a password
  • New Donate directly to featured charities using crypto from the Mission page
  • Improved The redesigned homepage now covers every section of the site
  • Improved Listing weight now displays and edits in pounds and ounces instead of mixed units
  • Improved Verified dealers can set default shipping and returns terms on their account, with the option to change them per listing
  • Improved Sellers automatically get a free listing boost after a report against their listing is cleared and found to be unfounded
  • Improved If a listing fails to submit, you now see clear next steps instead of a confusing error message
  • Improved The Premium Listing badge now explains what it means, so it is clear that paid visibility is different from seller verification
  • Improved Sharing a listing to groups is capped at 10 groups (50 for verified dealers), matching what you see on screen
  • Fix The last conversation in your Messages sidebar no longer gets cut off on desktop
  • Fix Decorative homepage graphics no longer sit off-center on mobile
  • Fix Corrected miscategorized listings in the featured firearms showcase

v3.3

July 2026

This release lets dealers connect their own store to keep listings in sync automatically, shows fuller contact details on FFL dealer profiles, and adds a separate inbox tab for support conversations. Messages now send faster during busy periods.

Notable changes

  • New Verified dealers can connect their own store so its catalog stays in sync with their listings automatically
  • New FFL dealer profiles now display business hours and contact details alongside their verification status
  • New A dedicated inbox tab keeps your conversations with support separate from your buyer and seller messages
  • Improved Reporting a buyer or seller now lives in the conversation menu instead of the contact-sharing menu
  • Improved Sending a message now feels faster during busy periods
  • Improved Verified dealers with an active subscription can edit a live listing without it going back into review
  • Improved Approved sellers automatically get a free listing boost after a report against their listing is cleared and found to be unfounded
  • Improved New account welcome and verification-reminder emails
  • Fix Duplicate conversations no longer appear when a message is sent twice in quick succession
  • Fix Listing search results no longer come back empty for certain nearby-location searches
  • Fix FFL verification badges display consistently across profiles and listings
  • Fix Removed a popup that pointed to a guide which was never actually available

v3.2

July 2026

This release makes it easier to find a licensed dealer and share contact details during a deal, combines every paid upgrade into one simple checkout, and strengthens protections against scams and impersonation in conversations.

Notable changes

  • New Reply to message threads directly from your email inbox without opening the site
  • New Expanded FFL finder in conversations for locating licensed dealers during interstate transfers
  • New Streamlined contact sharing and FFL selection inside message threads
  • Improved One checkout now covers listing boosts, newsletter sponsorships, and account balance top-ups
  • Improved The photo carousel and city or state picker behave more reliably when creating or editing a listing
  • Improved Clearer prompts when a paid listing step is still incomplete after checkout
  • Improved Stronger message moderation, including platform-wide messaging restrictions for repeat offenders
  • Improved Tighter protections against impersonation attempts in conversations
  • Improved Mobile app download page reflects accurate current features
  • Fix FFL badges display correctly on profiles and dealer listings
  • Fix Fixed errors in the FFL dealer directory search for some locations
  • Fix City selector no longer resets unexpectedly when changing state mid-listing
  • Fix Verification emails stop retrying after a delivery failure is confirmed
  • Fix Account emails recover more reliably when delivery settings are corrected

v3.1

July 2026

This release makes the blog more useful for research. Articles now include real, up-to-date pricing and listing counts, and link straight to the buying guides and listings you are researching.

Notable changes

  • New Blog articles now include current listing counts and typical asking prices drawn from real inventory
  • New Articles link you to related buying guides, state law summaries, and listings so your research leads straight to what you need
Major Release

v3.0

June 2026

Version 3.0 introduces the Super Bundle, a single yearly membership that combines dealer tools, featured placement, and advertising into one plan. This release also made subscriptions and checkout more reliable, and improved how you track credits, affiliate earnings, and support requests.

Notable changes

  • New Super Bundle membership: one yearly plan that rolls dealer features, featured listing placement, and advertising together, with its own page and a status card in your billing settings
  • New Super Bundle members get one partner advertisement included, with more available as paid add-ons through the affiliate and advertising program
  • New Subscribe to the Super Bundle with crypto, in line with the move to crypto-only payments in your billing settings
  • Improved An existing dealer subscription now folds into the Super Bundle so you are never charged for overlapping plans, with any difference handled through your platform credits
  • Improved Your invoices and billing history now reflect bundle pricing and renewal dates accurately
  • Improved All purchases now go through one secure checkout, with a clear message if checkout is briefly unavailable so you can simply try again
  • Improved Dealer subscriptions renew more reliably, so an active subscription keeps its access through every billing cycle without interruption
  • Improved Support requests you submit now track their progress more accurately, with your tickets page clearly showing whether a request is open, resolved, or closed
  • Fix Fixed a timing issue that could charge a Super Bundle activation twice
  • Fix Strengthened payment processing so a refund or a delayed confirmation can no longer leave a purchase stuck, and every purchase is now reliably tied to your account

v2.9

May to June 2026

This release makes pricing and discounts clearer across the site, speeds up the blog, and updates the Help Center to match crypto-only payments.

Notable changes

  • New Crypto discount badges now appear on the homepage, blog, and partner advertising page
  • New A "boost this listing" hint appears on your posts when a listing is getting attention but is not currently boosted or featured
  • New Broken links now show a helpful page with quick links to Browse, the blog, Help Center, and Home
  • New Scheduled sales and price locks so existing subscribers keep their original rate when prices change
  • Improved Paid blog submission now requires a signed-in account so every payment has a clear receipt and refund path
  • Improved Blog pages load faster and recently-viewed carousels stay more accurate
  • Improved Every paid item now shows the regular price crossed out next to the sale price so the discount is visible at a glance
  • Improved Privacy policy and terms of service updated with full disclosure of our payment processor
  • Improved Help Center billing, invoices, and refund and cancellation guides rewritten to match crypto-only payments, with fresh screenshots throughout
  • Improved The affiliate program, referrals, and platform credits help articles each now show their own page so the guides match what you actually see
  • Improved The homepage community preview now shows three groups instead of two
  • Fix Crypto purchases can no longer be charged twice if a payment confirmation arrives more than once
  • Fix Fixed a bug that could let a crypto discount display as more than 100%

v2.8

May 2026

A full Help Center has been added at /help. It covers every part of the site in plain language, with guides for buying, selling, messaging, bids, groups, settings, and safety. Every signed-in page now shows a small Help button that opens the matching guide.

Notable changes

  • New Help Center at /help with search and category browse
  • New Plain-language guides covering account setup, listings, messaging, bids, groups, settings, monetization, safety, and notifications
  • New Contextual Help button on the dashboard, my-posts, post wizard, messages, bids, groups, settings, and notifications pages
  • New Mobile-first Help Center layout with a collapsible table of contents and related-article suggestions on every page
  • Improved Help Center articles include common-question answers so the most asked questions are visible without scrolling
  • Improved Help pages are included in the sitemap so they show up in external search results

v2.7

March - May 2026

This release cycle focused on dealer workflows, listing creation speed, messaging reach, and account reliability. It also brought a large search visibility push, faster page loads, more reliable email delivery, and broader payment options including crypto. Day to day use is smoother across the board with fewer interruptions.

Notable changes

  • New Expanded FFL tools and dealer-focused sections across the platform
  • New New promotional surfaces and subscription-linked sections on the homepage
  • New Group creators can now update group images directly
  • New Live support chat is now available to signed-in users across the platform
  • New Group chat is now surfaced on browse pages to make community conversations easier to discover
  • New FFL subscribers can now cancel from account settings without contacting support
  • New Wishlist feature lets buyers save listings they want to come back to
  • New Crypto payment options for buyers who prefer to pay outside traditional card networks
  • New Guest blog submissions let community members contribute articles for review and publishing
  • New Self-serve account deletion is now available from settings
  • Improved Post creation is faster with cleaner step flow and better defaults
  • Improved Auto-fill is now more controlled so sellers can complete listings with fewer retries
  • Improved Search and discovery pages load more consistently during high traffic periods
  • Improved Notification and newsletter delivery now fail more gracefully so activity across the site is less likely to be interrupted
  • Improved Major search visibility push so listings, categories, and blog content surface better in external search results
  • Improved Listing pages and the homepage load measurably faster with a large performance pass
  • Improved Mobile listing cards have been restyled for easier scanning
  • Improved Email delivery is more reliable with better handling of full mailboxes, bounces, and spaced out send timing
  • Improved Failed FFL renewal payments now trigger clear notifications so dealers can resolve billing before losing access
  • Improved Site stays responsive under heavier load thanks to reduced background resource usage
  • Improved Verification emails are always sent on signup so new accounts can get verified without delay
  • Improved Additional input filtering across user-facing forms to better reject malicious or fake submissions
  • Fix Fixed first-time messaging issues that prevented some new conversations from sending
  • Fix Fixed cases where users were unexpectedly logged out during active sessions
  • Fix Resolved post-draft cleanup issues that could leave stale drafts after publish
  • Fix Fixed an issue where the Android app displayed pages without styles or images
  • Fix Fixed account verification issues that blocked some users from completing required verification steps
  • Fix Fixed create-post validation gaps that could let sellers miss required details and run into retries later
  • Fix Fixed a duplicate FFL flow that could confuse dealers trying to verify
  • Fix Fixed broken subscriptions that were not renewing or charging correctly
  • Fix Fixed hidden posts unexpectedly appearing on profile pages
  • Fix Fixed registration flow issues that blocked some new signups
  • Fix Expired FFL accounts are now properly removed from dealer-only surfaces
  • Fix Fixed profile page issues that prevented some users from updating details
  • Fix Fixed a blog page bug and expanded the guest post limit
  • Fix Resolved a queue worker issue that could delay outgoing emails and notifications

v2.6

January - February 2026

Auction reliability and seller tools took priority in this cycle. Post drafts with autosave reduce the risk of lost work when creating listings, and the messaging system was rebuilt for faster, more predictable conversations.

Notable changes

  • New Post drafts with autosave save your work as you create or edit a listing
  • New No-show bidder handling lets sellers relist when a winning bidder fails to complete a transaction
  • New Follow-up notifications for auction participants at each stage of the bidding process
  • New FFL Approved badges replace the previous verification label with clearer dealer identification
  • New View newsletters directly inside the platform without leaving the site
  • Improved Conversations now sort by most recent message and include a dedicated tab for viewing all threads
  • Improved Bidding tables are now fully usable on mobile devices
  • Improved Image uploads now accept files up to 10 MB, and the post creation flow has fewer steps
  • Improved Listings load faster with smarter data fetching and location detection
  • Fix Email verification is now required before posting comments or sending messages
  • Fix Google sign-in users must verify their account before accessing protected features
  • Fix Resolved a crash triggered by certain Google sign-in error responses
  • Fix Payment processor compliance updates to transaction copy and bidding terms

v2.5

December 2025 - January 2026

A platform-wide infrastructure upgrade delivered measurable speed gains across every page. New geo-targeted browse pages and a public trader directory expanded the ways buyers and sellers find each other.

Notable changes

  • New State-level browse pages let buyers search listings by location
  • New Dedicated caliber, manufacturer, and category pages for browsing by specification
  • New Public trader directory at /gun-traders shows verified seller profiles
  • New Two-stage registration collects address information upfront for more accurate local results
  • New Comment moderation tools give admins control over discussion quality
  • New Dynamic sitemap generation keeps search engines current with new listings
  • Improved Listings page loads significantly faster with deferred asset loading
  • Improved Messaging on mobile devices received a full reliability pass
  • Improved Fonts load faster with fewer external requests
  • Improved Accessibility scores raised across the platform to meet current standards
  • Fix Public-facing email addresses are now obfuscated to prevent scraping
  • Fix Google sign-in registration no longer bypasses required address fields
  • Fix Newsletter delivery stabilized with improved rate limiting and retry logic
  • Fix Push notifications are now tappable on all supported Android devices

v2.4

October - November 2025

Focused on trust signals and legal compliance. Real user reviews now appear on the landing page and in structured data, legal policies were updated for current data regulations, and the affiliate tracking system became more reliable.

Notable changes

  • New Real user reviews displayed on the landing page and in search engine results
  • New Content redaction tools allow admins to sanitize listings that contain restricted information
  • New Affiliate link tracking works across any page on the platform
  • Improved Mobile listing images use the same carousel as desktop for consistent quality
  • Improved Landing page loads faster with optimized animations and fewer render-blocking assets
  • Improved Email sending throttled to prevent delivery failures during high-volume periods
  • Fix Legal policies updated for current data privacy regulations
  • Fix Duplicate push notification tokens no longer cause repeated alerts
  • Fix Bidding errors that caused server failures under certain conditions have been resolved
  • Fix Admin user deletion works correctly and cleans up all associated data

v2.3

October 2025

Initial public release series. Established the core marketplace with listing creation, direct messaging between buyers and sellers, group-based local trading, and foundational security protections.

Notable changes

  • New Additional input filtering and validation layers added across all forms
  • New Security dashboard gives administrators visibility into suspicious activity
  • New Group mentions notify members when they are referenced in a conversation
  • New Message pagination handles large conversation histories without slowdown
  • Improved Listing filters return results faster through better database indexing
  • Improved Notifications consolidated to reduce noise from repetitive alerts
  • Fix Conversation scrolling restored on mobile devices
  • Fix Address validation corrected during post creation
  • Fix Missing group images and broken legal page links repaired