GunPal, GeoVario announce GP Auctions – Affiliate auction site.

[artherd]

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GunPal, GeoVario announce GP Auctions – Affiliate auction site.

PALO ALTO--(PRWEB, CGNN)--January 18, 2008 -- Popular CDN & webhosting company GeoVario, and GunPal, have teamed up to bring you GP Auctions.

“GP Auctions is a revolutionary approach to the auction model. With our system, existing website owners will directly profit from a push-button integration of a worldwide database of items.” Says Ben Cannon, CEO.

GP Auctions uses a unique patent-pending model in which registered affiliates drive traffic to a central database of auctions. Auctions started or concluded by affiliate website users directly generate revenue for that affiliate based upon the final value of the auction.

“This is like being able to shop at – and support - your favorite mom & pop shop – but with the prices of Wal-Mart and the selection of Home Depot, Lowes and ACE Hardware combined” says Cannon.

GP Auctions will go live in beta form during February 2009 with selected affiliate sites, including Calguns.net and TheHighRoad.us. After the beta period, membership will be open to all sites.

“Our team is in the unique and enviable position of having the capital, experience, and trust of the community to make this revolutionary.” Says Cannon.

Launched in 1994, GeoVario has become the leader in the specialized market of highly available application hosting, and content delivery.

GunPal, headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, was created by Ben Cannon in 2008 to serve the financial and transactional needs of the firearms community.

GunPal, headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, was created by Ben Cannon in 2008 to serve the financial and transactional needs of the firearms community. “The firearms world is dragging its vendors into the 21st century – this business literally needs tech in order to thrive. GunPal will usher in a completely new way of doing business that will also serve to advance the cause of RKBA directly.” Says Cannon.

For more information please contact:
GP Auctions:
U.S. Media Relations Contact: 650.557.2560; media@gpauctions.net


[technique]

This is interesting news...Looking forward to hearing more.

[sorensen440]

woo hoo !!

[artherd]

Get ready - this is just the beginning...

[sorensen440]

This isn't going to slow calguns is it ???

[artherd]

nope - it won't effect the forums or load times.

[nick]

Will shipping to CA be a requirement? :p

[sorensen440]

nope - it won't effect the forums or load times.

Ok I guess I can let you do it then :p

[Vinz]

oh I can't wait.



vinz

[Can'thavenuthingood]

GunPal as in PayPal substitute, replacement for?

Vick

[Heatseeker]

What a couple of great concepts!

Where do I sign up?

[383green]

I'm feeling a bit dense today - I don't understand how this will be different from something like GunBroker. Given who's starting this, I'm guessing that this is pretty amazing, and I just haven't seen the implications yet. Standing by to learn more...

[CavTrooper]

Do I have to worry about losing out on an auction or missing sales because the site is down?

;)

[RRangel]

I'm in for an affiliate program as soon as possible.

Also the implications are, no worries about paypal and anti-gun policies. Why not support those who support you? I definitely look forward to it.

[Lon Moer]

Well, at gpauctions.net, all I get is the message ;)
Gp Auctions will debut early 2009

[artherd]

We haven't launched the beta yet - soon :) It's slated for Feb 09, but maybe as early as TWO WEEKS!

[wildhawker]

Very cool guys, definitely looking forward to the launch.

[12voltguy]

Well, at gpauctions.net, all I get is the message ;)
I get FEB

Gp Auctions will debut February 2009. Watch this space.

[adamsreeftank]

Congratulations and good luck on the new venture!

I assume (hope) you will require personal ID verification like on Gunbroker, as opposed to that "other" large auction site which has turned into a cesspool of scams and bogus junk.

[artherd]

We are going to take security - including identity - very seriously. The people behind this deal with much more sensitive information every day. :)

[12voltguy]

Congratulations and good luck on the new venture!

I assume (hope) you will require personal ID verification like on Gunbroker, as opposed to that "other" large auction site which has turned into a cesspool of scams and bogus junk.

that is a great idea!~~~~~~~~I would have no problem with an I.D. check of myself to sell, not that I sell much, more a buyer then a seller:)

[Vectrexer]

I was going to sell my XD 40 here. But I think I will wait and put it up in relation to www.gpauctions.net
 instead!.


BTW, WTF with gpauctions.com? One might think that another name besides "gpauctions" would be used in order to avoid confusion with what looks to be a squatter .com domain.

[artherd]

That domain is in process of being transfered over. :) Right now we're .net.

[Hopi]

Once again Ben. Kudos on this one.


Looking forward to a busy next 12 months!

[sorensen440]

Are there going to be any new payment options ?

[ke6guj]

Are there going to be any new payment options ?

Sure sounds like it. Looks to be a gun-friendly version of Paypal.
GunPal, headquartered in Palo Alto, CA, was created by Ben Cannon in 2008 to serve the financial and transactional needs of the firearms community. “The firearms world is dragging its vendors into the 21st century – this business literally needs tech in order to thrive. GunPal will usher in a completely new way of doing business that will also serve to advance the cause of RKBA directly.” Says Cannon.

[diginit]

A local auction site? EXCELLENT! I can't wait.
Already bookmarked.

[artherd]

Are there going to be any new payment options ?

Ooooooooh yes there will be :)

[383green]

I still don't understand how GP Auctions will work, and how it'll be different than existing options like GunBroker... but I have great faith in the guy who gave me Kristen Bell for Christmas (http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?p=1821772)! ;)

[wildhawker]

Ooooooooh yes there will be :)

Will all or part of the net proceeds from fees (I am assuming there will be some costs to the end user) go towards Calguns.net or CGF? Frankly, I'd gladly pay a few extra points to use something which would, in the end, benefit Calguns.net or CGF financially and reduce the revenues of 2A-unfriendly companies. Maybe have an "Add an Extra $XX to Benefit CGF" option at checkout :D

[N6ATF]

I still don't understand how GP Auctions will work, and how it'll be different than existing options like GunBroker... but I have great faith in the guy who gave me Kristen Bell for Christmas (http://www.calguns.net/calgunforum/showthread.php?p=1821772)! ;)

Kristen Bell is a present to all mankind.

[artherd]

Will all or part of the net proceeds from fees (I am assuming there will be some costs to the end user) go towards Calguns.net or CGF? Frankly, I'd gladly pay a few extra points to use something which would, in the end, benefit Calguns.net or CGF financially and reduce the revenues of 2A-unfriendly companies. Maybe have an "Add an Extra $XX to Benefit CGF" option at checkout :D

Great minds... yes all the above features are slated for production :D In addition, you won't pay much/any more than current online tools (such as they are).

GP Auctions is going to radically improve the experience, support pro RKBA nonprofits, and the web forums you know & love.

383: she's the gift that keeps on giving!

[DedEye]

This is only the beginning :43:.

[sorensen440]

This is only the beginning :43:.
I'm still exited about www.heylookapuppy.com/

[DedEye]

I'm still exited about www.heylookapuppy.com/

Yes, that is one of my favorite sites.

I think we need a donation link on it, I want it to generate money :p.

[sorensen440]

Yes, that is one of my favorite sites.

I think we need a donation link on it, I want it to generate money :p.
Id donate a buck
I wanna use gunpal though :D

[383green]

I'm still exited about www.heylookapuppy.com/

Ooooh! The puppy likes me! :clap:

[DedEye]

Id donate a buck
I wanna use gunpal though :D

Soon :43:.

[luvtolean]

Does that mean firearms sales through the site will have to use this service, and as such, incur a fee?

[sorensen440]

Does that mean firearms sales through the site will have to use this service, and as such, incur a fee?
I suspect it will be an option to use there secure payment methods

[freonr22]

rightonnn!!

as we used to say *****in':thumbsup:

[rivviepop]

I would like to see a private PM sent to Calguns members that will allow them to secure their GunPal/GPAuctions login that matches their CalGuns one as first choice, as I go by the reputation of folks here (iTrader, etc.) that I think would be smartly linked to the new site. I think it would also help extend the community one step further... $0.02.

[sorensen440]

I would like to see a private PM sent to Calguns members that will allow them to secure their GunPal/GPAuctions login that matches their CalGuns one as first choice, as I go by the reputation of folks here (iTrader, etc.) that I think would be smartly linked to the new site. I think it would also help extend the community one step further... $0.02.
Great idea
or even better if theres a way to link the accounts (I dont know if thats feasable just throwin it out there)

[lehn20]

Awesome, a CA friendly gun auction site!.
It keeps getting better

[DedEye]

Great idea
or even better if theres a way to link the accounts (I dont know if thats feasable just throwin it out there)

That's the plan ;) :43:.

[tankerman]

That's the plan ;) :43:.Let me guess, two more weeks?

[DedEye]

Let me guess, two more weeks?

Probably 3.

[artherd]

I would like to see a private PM sent to Calguns members that will allow them to secure their GunPal/GPAuctions login that matches their CalGuns one as first choice, as I go by the reputation of folks here (iTrader, etc.) that I think would be smartly linked to the new site. I think it would also help extend the community one step further... $0.02.

We're working on just how deeply we will be able to integrate with this and other webforums...

I can say that Calguns.net will be the first GP Auctions partner...

Read into that what you will :D

[rivviepop]

I can say that Calguns.net will be the first GP Auctions partner...

Read into that what you will :D

Hmmm... ok then I think that means "all Calguns members get a $50 credit upon site launch!" if I understand it correctly between the lines. Thanks! You're the bestest. :)

[artherd]

Hmmm... ok then I think that means "all Calguns members get a $50 credit upon site launch!" if I understand it correctly between the lines. Thanks! You're the bestest. :)

I'm just not able to comment at this time :D :D :D

[liketoshoot]

OK fingers are itchy to bid on sumtin', how much longer and will we be able to use calguns login or at least be able to use our iTrader rating there?

[artherd]

;) The gerbils are busy in the wheels! Going for a mid to late Feb launch date at this time. We don't want to make it public until it's ready.

[sorensen440]

;) The gerbils are busy in the wheels! Going for a mid to late Feb launch date at this time. We don't want to make it public until it's ready.
I was just about to shoot you a pm asking when you expected to open the website up
Cant wait to see

Any chance we can get a screenshot ?

[CapS]

Now, if you can get this going just about the time that NeRFs are becoming viable...What a Wonderful World It Will Be (la la la) :grouphug:

/Cap

[INFIBlackhole]

hehe..

EDIT: Hey, I love you guys, but not just yet mmkay? ;)

[wheelgunner]

:TFH: INFIBlackhole, with a post like that I thought the site was up and running:taz:

[12voltguy]

;) The gerbils are busy in the wheels! Going for a mid to late Feb launch date at this time. We don't want to make it public until it's ready.

feb came & gone:(

[artherd]

we're still warming it up for prime time. In early internal alpha testing as we speak!

[acegunnr]

How's this thing coming along? Are we in beta yet?

[artherd]

still in the controlled internal phases. It's coming :) I think you're going to like the result!

[rivviepop]

still in the controlled internal phases. It's coming :) I think you're going to like the result!

Don't make me h@XX0r you guys with some bash-fu. ;)

As some helpful points - I am holding onto a offlist revolver that I want to test the waters with using the site; I would like the options of clearly saying "PPT/FTF only" and "For sale IN California only" as I do not want this older revolver leaving the state. I hope the new site has seller features such as that, and maybe a way of saying which FFLs we're willing to PPT at in our area. $0.02.

[Apex]

Just signed up for notification. What a great idea :thumbsup:

[acegunnr]

Are we there yet?

[artherd]

We're pushing it back due to scalability and security procedures. When this thing launches I want it to go smoothly. Based on initial interest, we've revised our numbers upwards :D


Watch this space, news will hit Calguns.net FIRST.

[fuegoslow]

What's your ETA?

[sorensen440]

What's your ETA?
2 weeks

[artherd]

^^lol!

Right now we are not publicly announcing a golive date. However I would be very surprised not to have something for you by the beginning of summer 2009.

[Hopi]

The cake is a lie.






























:p

:hide:

[rivviepop]

Right now we are not publicly announcing a golive date. However I would be very surprised not to have something for you by the beginning of summer 2009.

summer 2009?! there won't be any ammo left by then!

:)

[glockwise2000]

what happened to gunpal or gp auction? it is almost summer.

[artherd]

We're in stability & security testing :D

[ripcurlksm]

We're in stability & security testing :D

please remember to validate all form data on form submissions -- not everyone uses javascript, and the 'bad guys' never use it -- and to use mysql_escape_string() on all POST data


Here is the form code as it should be (just trying to help ;) )

<form code redacted, just cause I'm paranoid. Thank you though.>

[ripcurlksm]

this above code is for the signup list...

and if the form does write to your database and the POST data is not properly escaped, a novice could essentially delete your entire database, and any work that you have done on the new site that may be tied to that database.

[383green]

SHHHHH! Now how am I supposed to register under username SELECT * FROM TblGuns WHERE Desc IS LIKE "oll" AND SHIP TO 383GREEN? :p

[artherd]

SHHHHH! Now how am I supposed to register under username SELECT * FROM TblGuns WHERE Desc IS LIKE "oll" AND SHIP TO 383GREEN? :p

LOLs!

[artherd]

this above code is for the signup list...

and if the form does write to your database and the POST data is not properly escaped, a novice could essentially delete your entire database, and any work that you have done on the new site that may be tied to that database.

;) Needless to say - we're not using anything related to the little signup form. All the production runtimes are built by another team and are in different hardware.

We do need software engineers I can *trust* - shoot me a PM if you'd like to help make GP Auctions a reality!

[freonr22]

is it ok to "bump?"

[rivviepop]

All the production runtimes are built by another team and are in different hardware.

Aha, so you finally found a use for all those old 386/sx25 motherboards you had lying around. Good deal! I think I have some SIPP chips around here somewhere I could donate... :)

[elrcastor]

Is the ETA still 2 Weeks?

[acegunnr]

3 weeks?

till summer...

[Z ME FLY]

BUMP any news?

[sorensen440]

Its coming soon

Ive seen it and it looks very very very good !

[Theseus]

Its coming soon

Ive seen it and it looks very very very good !

Well, Megan Fox looks very very very good, the real question is how well does it work?? Haha.

Look forward to a finished product so I can stop supporting those punks.