Polygon�s Direct Message (DM) system is similar to other email systems you have used. Your Polygon account has an Inbox. To ensure a secure messaging system, you cannot receive email outside the Polygon Network in your Inbox and you cannot send Direct Messages (DMs) outside the Polygon Network. However, you can set an Email Alert that will notify you each time you receive a DM under the Preferences tab. The alert will be sent to the email address you provide.
The Inbox contains mail that Polygon members have sent to you. Unless you Save a message, received mail will remain in your Inbox for 30 days.
Wanted Channels contain messages written by members sourcing an item. Messages are for buying only and are not to be used for discussion topics. Reading Wanted Messages throughout the day is an active way to utilize the Polygon Network to find hot sales leads. Writing Wanted Messages is a great time saving tool to source goods. In fact, you reverse the sourcing process. Let the sellers find you!
For Sale Channels contain messages written by members to sell their merchandise. Messages are for selling only and are not to be used for discussion topics. For Sale Channels are a great way to find new goods and sources. Be sure to read the Bargain Channel for stock! For Sale Channels are an ideal way to showcase goods on Polygon. The Bargain Channel is a great tool to move goods quickly.
Discussion Channels contain messages written by members exchanging information about a variety of subjects. Some members tell us the discussions alone are worth the membership fees! We encourage you to integrate them into your daily business routine. The Discussion Channels are to be used for discussion purposes only and not to be used to buy or sell merchandise, or to promote your company.
Association Channels contain messages written by members exchanging information about a variety of subjects with other members of the private associations. Some professional organizations have the ability to use Polygon�s Network for discussions and buying/selling on Association Channels