What's the difference between the secondary market and primary ticket market?

Modified on Wed, Aug 13 at 9:49 AM

GoTickets and the Secondary Market

GoTickets operates in the secondary market, connecting fans with verified sellers and hard-to-find tickets. All orders are backed by our 100% Buyer Guarantee for valid tickets and on-time delivery.


Primary MarketSecondary Market
Who sells the tickets?Event organizers, venues, teams, or artistsIndividuals or licensed resellers
Where are tickets listed?Official ticketing platforms (e.g., Ticketmaster, AXS)Resale platforms like GoTickets
PricingSold at original face valueMay be above or below face value depending on demand
AvailabilityLimited to original inventoryBroader selection, including sold-out or premium seats
FeesStandard service, processing, and venue fees includedReseller fees may vary and are shown at checkout
When are tickets sold?Before the event sells outAny time before the event, often after sellout
Example platformsTicketmaster, AXS, venue box officesGoTickets, other resale marketplaces


 

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