So confused about postage!

Question

Can someone please explain how it works? I had the Simple Deliveryoption. I chose the QR code route and snapped a photo on my phone. I then clicked on something that said 'nearest options in your area'. It showed me 2 corner shops close by. The code would not work at any. The guy at the shop said 'it says Royal Mail. which it does. But I'm sure I've read somewhere else on Ebay about a seller saying they're annoyed because they CAN'T post via Royal Mail. My questions are:Is Royal Mail an opt...

jckl1957 · Accepted Answer

Royal Mail is an option with Simple Delivery. You can print the label and put it on your parcel or take the parcel and the QR code to the Post Office. You are not charged. Your buyer has paid Ebay direct for postage and the money does not go through your Ebay account. You cannot choose your own postage. Unless you list in exempt categories like jewellery, all of your items will default to Simple Delivery. If you don't use the label or the QR code you can send the item at your own expense. The bu...