Selling DVDs: Here’s How You Can Get Rid of Them

Don't know where to start when it comes to selling DVDs? Luckily, your old collections can be purchased by some online marketplaces. We'll fill you in on where you can sell them so that you can make a few bucks while also helping the environment.

The Problems With Recycling DVDs

While it is possible to recycle old DVDs, the process can be cumbersome. The polycarbonate plastic used to create DVDs makes it a challenge to recycle. Unfortunately, this means that in most areas, you can’t simply recycle your old DVDs at the curb, and it’s best that they avoid landfills entirely.

Thankfully, several organizations such as GreenDisk and the CD Recycling Center of America, devote their resources to facilitating recycling for both DVDs and CDs across the States. They clean and re-model the plastic and re-use it in a number of useful ways.

Eco-Benefits of Selling DVDs

Meanwhile, if you start selling DVDs instead of throwing them away for curbside pickup, you’ll still be helping the environment, as you are conserving waste by extending the life of your DVD collection. On top of that, DVDs you no longer use could bring joy to someone else.

As you’ll learn from this guide, there are many online marketplaces that will pay you to sell them your used DVDs, which they will then resell. A price estimate will be generated automatically once you enter the DVD you wish to sell.

Once you are on board with this, you can send your old DVDs directly to these services. Selling all of your DVDs at once is not only an efficient use of your time, but it also has some eco-benefits.

For instance, transportation accounts for almost one-third of the carbon emissions generated by the United States. Domestic deliveries, and drivers sitting in traffic, all of which are part of the post service, all contribute to this. By selling DVDs in bulk and avoiding unnecessary transport, you can take steps to reduce certain emissions.

So, why not make some extra cash while helping the environment and cutting down on waste? It’s easy to find a new home for your used DVDs on one of the many available online marketplaces. Here are some suggestions for introductions:

1. eBay

Not just a household name, eBay is also one of the biggest marketplaces on the planet. You can buy or sell just about anything on eBay. In excess of a thousand distinct categories await your search requests.

When they list an item for sale on eBay, sellers have the option of setting a fixed price or leaving bidding to the buyer community at large. Listing is free, just add the minimum acceptable bid or allow the ‘Buy It Now’ option.

Creating a seller account and becoming a member of eBay are prerequisites to selling anything on the site. Credit cards, direct debit, and PayPal are all acceptable methods of payment. It is important to note, however, that you are responsible for the shipping costs, so it’s best to take this into account beforehand.

A major point for eBay in our book is the fact that they allow consumers the option of directly offsetting their CO2 emissions caused by their purchases by making a small contribution to climate protection projects in over 800 product categories.

2. Eagle Saver

Among the best places for selling DVDs online is Eagle Saver. You won’t have to pay anything to sell as shipping is free. You can also sell your used books, CDs, Blu-rays, and games on Eagle Saver in addition to your DVDs.

To get the ball rolling, you can quickly add items by scanning them with their free app or typing in the barcodes on their website. If you have any TV collection DVDs lying around, Eagle Saveris a great place to start if you’re looking to unload them in bulk.

However, they do have a requirement that your DVDs cannot have any skips or scratches that are more than moderate in severity. Additionally, they must have the full artwork for the front and back covers. Ex-rental or ex-library copies are also not for sale.

There will be a 24-hour turnaround time after they receive your items before they begin processing your order. They will return your items at no cost to you if they are not in satisfactory condition. You can choose to be paid by check or through PayPal.

3. DeCluttr

Decluttr has quickly become one of the most popular online marketplaces for used DVDs. Just like the first option, this one requires nothing more than scanning the barcodes of the products you want to sell into a computer. Like the previous option, once you get a quote online or through their app, shipping is on the house.

You can choose to be paid via direct deposit, check, or PayPal, expanding your payment options. When paid via PayPal or direct deposit, funds are available within 24 hours.

The fact that you can even sell your old tablets, cell phones, books, video game consoles, and more on Decluttr is another major advantage. Clutter-free living isn’t just good for the planet, it’s great for the soul as well.

4. SellDVDsOnline.com

Although a little on the nose, with a name like “Sell DVDs Online” this site’s purpose, is crystal clear. They buy used CDs and video games in addition to being one of the best online destinations to sell DVDs in the United States. It’s a great option if you’re looking for quicker quotes.

Please keep in mind that all items must be in acceptable condition and have a barcode. However, please be aware that this site will not return your DVDs if they are not in acceptable condition.

Just like the other entries here, you can get an instant price quote by entering the barcode numbers of your DVDs. If the total of your buyback is over $7.50, you will be able to print a shipping label at no cost to you. Furthermore, payments will be made via check or PayPal within three business days of Sell DVDs Online receiving your items.

5. Bonavendi

Although it does not technically buy your DVDs, Bonavendi is an excellent resource for comparing marketplaces because it provides quick price comparisons of most platforms for specific titles. You can get a bird’s eye view of how much your DVDs are worth by entering their product codes.

Even though it acts more like a search portal, Bonavendi serves the same purpose as our previous entries. You can’t sell DVDs directly to this site, but you can rest assured that you’ll get the highest possible price for them. Selecting a buyer is as easy as clicking a mouse (often from lists of over 20).

Aside from being one of the best platforms for bigger payouts, time is saved as a result of using this technique.

6. Craigslist

Used DVDs can also be sold on Craigslist, which has been around for a while and has a solid reputation as a marketplace. You can sell a single film, a single season of a television show, or the entire run of a film or television franchise on Craigslist.

Listing each film currently costs nothing, and any earnings are entirely yours to keep. It’s important to keep in mind that your profits may be lower on this platform than on others.

Emissions from shipping are drastically reduced, as there is no need to ship used DVDs halfway across the country because the seller and buyer simply arrange to meet at a prearranged location in their local area and exchange cash for the discs.

7. Local Pawn Shops

Selling DVDs at a pawn shop or second-hand store in your area is another option worth considering. Simply bringing your DVD collection into a pawn shop will result in an offer based on the store’s evaluation of your movies. To reiterate, selling your old DVDs close to home helps reduce greenhouse gas emissions related to transportation.

If you agree to sell the DVDs to them for the price offered, they will pay you in cash and put them on sale in their store. When haggling for a better deal, knowing what your trade-in is worth according to online resources is a huge advantage.

8. Yard Sales

If you’d rather not leave your house to sell your DVDs, one option is to participate in that beloved, all-American pastime, the yard sale. If one exists, you can use a local yard sale app to get the word out to serious shoppers who make sport of such occasions.

Don’t forget to highlight the rare and/or collectible nature of any DVDs you’re selling to pique potential buyers’ interest. Selling DVDs at a yard sale can be the most time-consuming option because you’ll have to be physically present to complete the sale and deal with potential buyers who may try to bargain down from your asking price.

Although undoubtedly time-consuming, this method of selling DVDs is definitely cost-effective. You don’t have to meet a buyer from Craigslist or head to a pawn shop across town, which will be more expensive in gas and time. Yards sales can be a great option if you have the space and time available to do so.

9. Music Shops

Often it is the case, that the majority of record stores, both new and used, will pay cash for your DVD collection, particularly if you have some rare and intriguing titles in your collection. Searching for something like “music stores near me that buy DVDs” should lead you to a local shop willing to give your used discs a look.

This is likely to be even more successful for city-based readers. Your DVDs should be in their original packaging, with any artwork intact and without any scratches. Bear in mind, that you won’t get anything close to market value, but this can be a good option if you need quick cash, or if you’re not so invested. Many big chains, such as Amoeba, might offer you store credit instead. 

10. Donate to the Broader Community or Upcycle

Even if you’re not looking to make a few bucks back from your old DVDs, by giving them away to those who will reuse them you avoid waste and can help to conserve resources.

There are many charitable organizations like Goodwill that would be happy to take them off your hands and sell them for a good cause. It’s important to research what your local Goodwill is currently accepting in donations because the list of acceptable items can change from center to center.

Furthermore, libraries, classrooms, and senior centers often appreciate DVD donations as well. In addition to helping those in your community, this will also free up space in your home.

Upcycling ideas for old DVDs that allow for the creation of new ornaments are available to those with a creative spirit. Whether you’re looking for a new way to store your pens, a new way to display your books, new art to hang on your wall, or whatever you have in mind, the Internet is awash with innovative concepts.

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