Navigating Age Verification for eBay Purchases Without a Credit Card
Summary: dick1956 is facing a challenge with age verification on eBay while trying to purchase a mini chainsaw, as they do not own or want a credit card. They are considering using PayPal for verification instead and are seeking advice from others who have encountered similar situations on how to resolve the issue without using a credit card.
Hey everyone,
I recently faced a bit of a conundrum while trying to purchase a mini chainsaw on eBay. As a bladed item, eBay requires age verification via a credit card. The wrinkle in my plan is that I neither own nor want to own a credit card. Being an active eBay member with 100% positive feedback and nearly 25 years of experience, this is a new challenge for me.
From what I understand, using PayPal might be an option for age verification. I use PayPal regularly, and it would be my preferred method for this purchase. However, I’m curious to learn how others have navigated similar situations. Have you faced age verification demands on eBay before, and how did you resolve them, especially if you prefer not using a credit card?
Looking forward to hearing your insights and experiences!