Buyer
I have autism, and communication isn't my strongest skill. I will follow sellers whose content interests me so that I can easily find them again when I'm ready to make a purchase. This is simply a way for me to keep track of options and save time later.
I used to reply to the automatic messages after following, but I found that doing so often created expectations of an immediate conversation or sale (which to be clear, I am not looking for by pressing the follow bu*ton). I'm not a timewaster, so please don't bait me in to chitchat and then blame me for wasting your time.
If I want to make an immediate purchase I will use the feature on your listings page to message you directly about the item. I have pending orders and I am not looking for more at the moment.
If my approach doesn't fit the way you 'do things', that's completely fine. You're welcome to block or remove me if you wish. I promise you, I really don't mind that at all.
I don't mean any disrespect by not responding or purchasing right away; I'm simply using the platform in a way that works for me and I felt the need to provide clarity on this due to the amount of toxic messages I've received for not responding to auto-messages, or responding with 'not right now thanks' to follow-ups. Which is fine, I'm more than happy for people to show me their colours like that so quickly.
Otherwise, if you're friendly and happy for me to follow you and make purchases in my own time then I look forward to working with you x