Seller News: November 2025
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Buyer asking for extra information after purchase (not paid yet).
I've sold a selection of bits as a single lot. The buyer has not paid and is now asking to only take certain items (for the original price) and wants more photos of the items they want. My take is that this is not on; the stuff was sold as a lot, for...
Buying from Ebay but the item arrives in a Amazon box
Buying from Ebay but the item arrives in a Amazon box
Resolved! Selling
Hi I have a sofa currently posted as buy it now. It has had a lot of views and currently has 6 watchers. But still no takers. As I require a quick sale I have reduced price but still not sold. Should I have listed it as an auction
Won an item via Auction, also placed 2nd bid near end to increase my chances of winning,
It was after the auction ended that I noticed that my second bid was shown as outbidding myself and inccreasing the purchase price, Is this a glitch ? or are we all to be careful not to place additional bids ?
cases closes without seller resolution
Hi, Can anybody guide me about a situation where a transaction defected " cases closes without seller resolution" In october was my shop status above standard but due to a defect transaction in november shop status (current) below standard. I appeale...
Buyer claiming item gone missing
Hi, im new to selling on ebay. Ive sold my old phone, and sent the phone using the QR code. It was Royal mail standard tracked 48, which im assuming was the delivery method chosen by the buyer? Anyway, I sent the phone on the day he bought it using t...
Dictated and Forced Postage Options Causing Yet More Issues
The dictatorship with which eBay controls over the automatic postage options and pricing has caused yet more problems. Despite previous posts on the issues this is causing both sellers and buyers massive problems, all messages have been ignored. It's...
Submitting a request to void postage for an item that I didn't post as a seller?
How do I submit a request to void postage for an item that I didn't post as a seller?I've tried and tried but am now tearing my hair out!!!!Thank you
VOEC Number for shipping to Norway
Hope someone can help... I have a buyer in Norway who as purchased something from me, but has requested the VOEC number be put on the shipping label. There is a "REF" on the label, but I'm not sure if that's it (doesn't look like what I found on Goog...
I have sold heavy curtains which I have put into 3 boxes (each box is within weight and dimensions).
Do I pay seperate postage for each box? Also I noticed I am paying the postage which I thought was always paid by the buyer.
As we now have to use eBay Simple Delivery, how do you amend the return address for postage labels?
I sold an item and got the prepaid label to send through eBay Simple Delivery - however there was a wrong address on the return section and not my current address that is on my eBay account, anyone know how to fix this?
Private Sellers now must use Simple delivery and cannot invoice for combined postage. Sales down!!
As a private seller eBay have changed all my 270 + listings to Simple Delivery without warning.I am selling a lifetime Collection of Cherished Teddies mostly at prices below £5. No New items.Since the change more than 1/3 had the wrong postage. Simpl...
Payouts on hold
I've got around £65 in my funds its been pending for a few days is still on hold. They have asked me to verify my I'd which I have done and now it's saying I have to wait for a verification when I did the verification almost aweek ago.
Returns
Hi I sold a large stereo product which I stated I will not post due to size and not wanting to get damaged. The buyer collected and before this I told them they can test and confirm they are completely happy before leaving. The seller just switched i...
Trusted device
Hi 4 weeks ago I got anew phone I’ve used it loads of times , but still eBay treat it as a new device , I have to keep putting in a code every time I use it, even this morning in the post office while getting QR code, then it comes up trusted device!...
Order issue with a seller
Ordered item from a seller but didn’t realise it was the wrong thing. No option to cancel and the seller has refused a request to return and blocks attempts to contact. One beware when you’re buying from them two what can I do about it
Rubbise new delivery options
I got to say i am now at the stage to stop selling on eBay, there new delivery system is floored and in my opinion is total rubbish.I just sold my spare wheel with tyre, i never thought it would be so much of a faf.First it forces me to use Royal mai...
Refund
A buyer asked for a refund and the product was returned to me but I never received any payment in the first place. What should I do?
Can I still sell a mitre saw with collection only as it's very heavy?
My listing for the above has been hidden, can I still offer collection only and age verify the buyer when they collect myself?
No delivery and no update but Ebay saying no record
I ordered a rainbackpack cover poncho with hood and sleeves 136405043The transist info said EDD 29 Oct to 4 November but there has been no update since then.Now Ebay is saying there have been no orders in the last 90 days
USA Tarrifs
UPS are asking for 90USD in tarrifs on an item I have sold to a customer in the USA. I can't get a reply from the buyer, as to whether they are happy to pay it. Can they refuse to accept the item and what would I be liable for?
returned an item in perf. cond. only half refunded
Sent A child's toilet seat back as it didn't fit my loo and therefore dangerous to use' Seller refunded half the cost saying it was not in original perfect condition, IT WAS !!! What can I do?Thanks
how to delete a message/image sent in error?
Hello, in ebay messages, i've accidentally attached a wrong picture to another ebay member/seller which potentially discloses my PII (personal identifiable information). Afraid i do see an option to delete that particular message or image either in t...
Ebay blades policy covers electric mitre saws why?
I am trying to sell an electric saw that I purchased new to do 1 job. Every time I list it states it violates ebay blade policy. I see other private sellers have sold similar with no issues. Any advise would be much appreciated.
Return item too bulky for royal mail to accept, how to change to parcelforce
Trying to return a TV that I bought as a surprise for a family member as it is too big, item has not been opened. Selected royal mail as the return option only to discover this just means the normal postman is supposed to collect it which isn't going...
Selling multiple items to the same buyer
I’m a new seller looking for some advice. A buyer purchased 2 items from me and they came through as combined postage. Before I sent the first parcel they asked to buyer another item from me. Am I able to send this in the same parcel?
Bidder's and possible scammers
Hi, I'd like to know where I stand if I sell an item of high value and the bidder's feedback is 0 or only 1? I'm very sceptical about selling to these people as I've been scammed several times in the past.
Payment
Hello ive just won a bid and I'm having trouble playing and contacting the seller 389269361903
I have reduced several items but the price remains the same.
Been through the process of reducing items one at a time but it's not working. All 10 items I reduced are the same price. Total waste of time and effort. Anyone else having this problem?
help
need help with some thing what is up with these privet sellers don't there like other people l have tried to many times to bid but l can not l have sent them messages but l don't get nothing back telling me why l can not bit on there items or is it t...
Combining Postage
Hi I understand the concept of combining postage and have done it in the past ..... but .......I have just sold three Christmas models that are not small items.Ebay has automatically joined all three together as combined postage - consequently I can ...
Leaving Ebay. My funds are on hold all of a sudden. I spoke with eBay about the purchase a fake purc
I recently informed eBay I would be leaving. I disagree with their policy for persons on here to sell fake works of art. eBay says it is not in their remit. Now my funds are on hold and eBay would like more of my banking details. It was never a probl...
Parcel collection change
Hi there, I was wondering if anyone can help?I wasn’t given the option to drop off my parcel at a collection point. I’m not going to be in when it’s set to be collected. How do I change this? Thanks!
Item received not in 'PURCHASES'
A bag I received is counterfeit. I have contacted the seller who advised to contact ebay. This item is not showing in my purchased items and so I cannot raise a query. Is there any other way to contact ebay please. This is so strange. Really apprecia...
EBay seem incapable of linking my bank account, even though I log into my bank & approve ???
Hi. very frustrating. It says in RED that they need me to link my bank account to receive payouts. Of course I do, so it say log into your bank from Ebay, which I've done on about 5 attempts now. My bank asks me to approve on my app, which I do, all ...
Warranty con
Hi,I bought a Hugo Boss watch back in July 2024. After a few months it developed a fault. Under the 2-year warranty I recently returned the watch for repair to a company named Mistral Services. They want to charge me £111 for a full service. No menti...
Buyer asking for full refund
I sold a handbag four months ago and got very positive feedback at the time I cannot now find the listing but I am certain that I highlighted a small fault in the zip minor fault which did not impact the use or aesthetic of the bag yesterday I was co...
Resolved! paying back ebay
Hi, I am a private seller and sell something now and then. This time my buyer requested a refund as he changed his mind, I dont know why ebay didnt take the money from my account. I have one debit card and this is my first refund. I have this card fo...
How would I get a message to another ebay user whose username I know?
I see one of my grandfather's long-lost W.W.1 medals was sold on ebay on 25 May 2025. I now know the purchaser's user name but don't know how to get a message to them either to offer them more information on it or ask if they'd be prepared to sell it...
Simple ain’t simple
I’m the seller. Received a notification from Royal Mail parcel has been delivered to a safe place. On their website I am unable to track and see A photo of the safe place as I have to verify the postcode. I don’t have the postcode as it was only in t...
Is seller trying to scam me
Hi bought silver 1kg bar today, seller had 10 and all have sold . Just received message from seller staying here will send letter to my address 1st to make sure its correct before sending item??? My address is veifed with ebay has been for years. Am ...
Unreasonable expectations?
I have sold a guitar (which I bought on Ebay) to a buyer who had offered me a reduced amount (which I was happy to accept). He left me good feedback but has now come back to say that he is having to put the guitar into a shop to have it repaired as t...
Moved to Australia - now Australian Bank Account cant access funds
Hi there I moved to Australia six months ago and am unable to access funds despite several calls to Ebay. First of all they said I would have to open an Australian ebay account and they would transfer the funds. They didn't. Today, several weeks late...
Delivered
Sold phone and it’s been signed for and tracking saying delivered but on eBay it doesn’t
posted by just a stamp
Hello, ive posted by just a stamp,but i cant mark as despatched because it wants me to use ebay label or qr code.
Resolved! Item gas been refunded what to do with it
Hello all I purchased a treadmill which wasn't as described, short story ebay had to get involved and I've been refunded, seller can still collect the treadmill but hasn't contacted me yet.Don't think I should be chasing them anymore as the case is c...
Charged twice for same order
I was charged for the first attempt which was made with klarna but there must’ve been a glitch in the system as there was no order confirmation. I placed the order again successfully the second time with a different payment method and the second atte...
COMBINED POSTAGE
Hi. Please can somebody advise as I am going round in circles ! I want to combine postage (I have a business account and have set up Business Policies) when I go to postage preferences there is no EDIT button . It just says FLAT POSTAGE RULE - not sp...
Listings being removed as brands claim its counterfeit
Has anyone else had this issue before? I have had a few of my listings removed by eBay after the brand complained that its counterfeit. Maybe its just me but I feel like the big brands don't want anyone else selling there items at a cheaper price and...
Account restricted without receiving eBay Messages – Immediate assistance required
Hello eBay Support Team,My eBay account (shahhusab0) has been restricted, but I have not received any email or message in My eBay Messages explaining the reason. I have all necessary documents ready for verification and would like to resolve this res...
How do I combine postage with the simple delivery?
I seem to go around in circles, I want to combine postage but eBay seems to not have that as an option on the simple deliveries
Tracking Shows “Delivered” but Not My Address — Case Closed, What Now?
Hi everyone,I’m looking for some advice because I’m really stuck. I opened a case for an item that never arrived. Royal Mail tracking shows it as “delivered”, but the delivery photo is not my address — the door, frame, bricks, and even the doorbell i...
buyer refuses to return product - blackmail
I sold a high-end Alpine car radio. The buyer soon complained that two functions were not working. He did not listen to my requests that the unit works 100% and that professional installation was required and opened a request for a refund. Then I mad...
Why did something sell for less than my highest bid?
Just now I was outbid and lost an item. It sold for £40.71, but my highest bid was £42.00 and was placed and accepted 2 minutes before the end of the auction. So please explain to me why didn’t I win?
Sending to USA
Does the Ebay GSP add on the new Trump tariffs when sending items to the USA?
Return due to faulty
The item was faulty but the seller wouldn't do refund so I asked eBay to help they said return item to seller which I did once it showed delivered which it does with Royal Mail and on eBay I would receive my refund. But have no refund and it states c...
multiple by same seller
When purchasing multiple items from the same seller, how can you prevent eBay from adding the shipping costs for each item?
Item not arrived
HelloI have not received my order and even though I told the seller still waiting.
Resolved! Should I sell item sealed or should I open to check contents before selling?
Hi, I am more of a buyer than seller so I was hoping for a bit of advice. I have a brand new Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World which is boxed and sealed (competition win). I have no interest in it so plan to sell via eBay. Would it better/safer to...
Shipping
I’ve printed a DHL label for my parcel, can I now take it to my local post office?
Resolved! Model rocket
As anybody brought a model saturn v rocket and would you recommend them
Refund
Hi,I informed from you on 15 November that you refunded the £31,79 for the order No 14-13744-40382 who the seller didn’t send it but i have not received the amount yet.Can you please check it? Thanks
Collecting from a seller
Seller declines to give full address to collect fromThey also decline to give phone numberThey want me to drive to a central London postcode in the Congestion Zone in the dark and then message through eBayThat relies on good phone signal and mine is ...
Accepting an offer prior to bidding closes
What is the process for accepting an offer whilst the auction is still open?
Royal Mail special delivery
Please explain how I can use Royal Mail special delivery
The seller says that the parcel has been delivered to my collection point but no collection note was
The seller has said to me that the item I bought from him was to delivered to my chosen collection point, but I've had no collection note from eBay, the courier was called VDTrack and I have contacted them to say can they give me proof that it was de...
Additional deductions
I've had addition payments taken after the purchase price was paid. Is this possible?
Full Refund......Seller sent Wrong Item. Ignoring my emails . How do I get Ebay Money Back Guarantee
Wrong item sent Seller ignoring my emails. Would like a full refund .How do I get this .... Return label sent but implies it will be deducted from my payment. Seller got it wrong and didn't try to send the right one.Ebay Money Back guarantee....I wou...
Contact customer support
How do I contact customer support? I sent a payout to an old close bank account ten days ago. I realised my mistake immediately and tried to contact eBay then. All the help I could get was an automated assistant that said to wait and the money would ...
apple vision pro
hil i bidded on this item and won it for £1860 Order date:12 Nov, 2025Order total:£1,860.26 but seller did not respond to my emails but today recived mail stating that i did not pay ive checked my bank and have statments saying i have paid but i look...
Postage Fees
Hi all, I have sold items today and put the correct size and weight in on simple delivery. The buyer has selected evri at £2.94 and when I go to buy the postage label it says it costs £3.01. What can I do about this as it is doing it on all the items...
Wroung lable weight
When i went 2 send a item away last week I had the wroung lable because of the weight so the lady at the post office corrected this but it hasn't updated on my ebay the person has got the item but its not saying it been delivered iv tryed msg the buy...
Can't buy an item
Hi, I'm in the UK and trying to buy item 376673721696, but I get an error about the seller not shipping to my location. The seller says they do, and have selected "international" when listing the item, but they can't do anymore. Is there anything I c...
Being charged postage as a seller
Hi I'm a little confused I sold an item for £4.50. I always get the buyer to pay postage with simple delivery. So ive always just received the money for what the item has sold for but on this occasion I was paid £5.78 and says the buyer has paid 0.87...
Scammers
Been a member for a number of years. Items I've purchased and returned have ended well, but just recently, three months or so, I've been unfortunately purchased from a scammer. Advert have said British stock or more recently a large US retailer, but ...
How to send extra charge invoice
Can anybody help with sending invoices for an extra charge on item sold ??
how to avoid simple delivery
I always specify the "Custom" delivery option at the time of listing ; at some point ebay amend this to the "Simple" option which then is applied to succesful purchases. How can I avoid this ? I believe all my charges are lower than those specified b...
Ebay selling clinic issues
Hi, I had an ebay seller clinic appointment on Tuesday but there were technical issues with the phone line so we couldn't complete the call. I haven't heard anything from ebay since. I tried calling them but the line said to call back during there op...
3 offers used now agreeded pric how can i paye
3 offers used now agreeded pric how can i pay
Barbie Dream Camper, Pink 7
Hi all, I’m after some assistance please, my partner bought a Barbie Dream Camper, Pink 7 on 16 November, ‘apparently’ it was dispatched by on 18 November. The seller did not provide a tracking number and of course it hasn’t arrived. My partners been...
Limited postage options with simple delivery
I have been selling needles which i send 2nd class with a normal stamp. Ebay has changed my listing to simple postage which has changed the postage to large letter 1kg. I can't see an option to change this option. Any guidance would be appreciated.
Purchase of Kitchen knifes
I purchased a set of knifes I knew this might cause a problem as I had the same thing when I purchaseda battery operated hedge trimmer so I was prepared! I had a credit card listed as a payment method so I was going to pay with this. But I was asked ...
delivered broken
I bought a ceramic umbrella stand that Evri said was delivered on Thursday 20th November at 23:59.I looked all round my house and there was no package to be seen.The seller kindly said he would send another.This morning Evri rang my doorbell and ran ...
Refund
Hello, I want refund for my tablets,I was buy this year and seller give me 1 year warranty but now tablets not working anymore and I don't know how can return back no one help me even I call eBay help line and I am very disappointed about eBay team ....
No funds showing in my account
The buyer paid for the item but didn't want me to post it, we arranged collection which went smoothly, the buyer photographed the code, but no funds are showing in my account, where is my money, can't get any satisfaction from Ebay customer service
Buyers Protection fee
I am a seller. A buyer has made an offer of £450 for an item. Ebay states I will receive £434.61. Why hasn't the buyer Protection Fee of £15.39 been added to the total cost the buyer pays? This implies that I, as seller, pays this fee. This cannot be...
Recall of gift bought
I bought two cat *bleep* for a gift at Christmas back in August. Since I have had a notice from Ebay saying the items have been recalled due to safety issues. I have not used them so I contacted the seller to return them due to the recall. They Flatl...
Item Bought on eBay is NOT SAFE
I can't get eBay to chase up an issue with an item I bought 11 Apr, 2024, that trading Standards have said is not safe to use. The Seller does not respond to my messages. In the eBay search tool for past sales, the item is not there, probably due to ...
Christmas bauble damaged
I had ordered a special Christmas bauble in memory of my mum who passed away last year and when it arrived, it was damaged. The seller must have known it was like this as the padding it came in was excellent yet it was still sent to me. This has made...
Listing Summary changed, Simple delivery gone HELP!
Hey all, I’m new to eBay, started playing around today, opened and shop and it’s made my life hell. when I try list a similar item, the whole interface has changed, the simple delivery option has gone and it’s making me set policies? I’ve tried cance...
Apple i Phones
Hi Can i ask someone on this forum.When we purchase mainly Apple I phones from Ebay what am finding is the phone will arrive and will be fully reset and can be set up to work.After working for over a month (which i believe is the maximum time to regi...
Have I bought item?
I placed an offer on an item, which is now showing auction ended. My Paypal and credit card show payment pending. Yet it is not showing as a purchased item on my ebay account. Seller is not responding. How do I know if I have won this item or not? 路...
Get rid of Evri
Please Ebay, I beg you, get rid of Evri.Every time one of my purchases on Ebay is delivered through Evri I have issues with them marking things as delivered when they haven't been, marking failed attempted deliveries when they never attempted the act...
funds deducted by ebay wrongly
Hi, I was trying to buy a perfume from eBay, then tried to use klarna 3-instruments payment method, however when I paid the first instrument by my credit card while klarna instrument method rejected this order which means this order was not purchased...
Problem Loading a Video Clip to Listing
Hi I am trying to add a short video clip to a listing but the upload either gets stuck at around 20% or fails to upload with an error messge. As far as I am aware it meets all the criteria regarding length, resolution, format, etc. I have tried on a ...
My Accont
I can't Log in to my Account to change anything. Can you help?
Message not delivered
I am trying to message sellers but every time I get the notification message not delivered.
Help with item not received 8 months ago
Hi all I'm wanting to open a case against a seller for a item I never received 8 months ago. I'd like a refund I've tried contacting the seller but they do not reply this was on the 3rd November. And they have no items selling. I paid £5.99 free p&p ...
Time funds are available
What time of day are funds on hold a available?
Cpntact Seller
Has anyone had a problem getting to the window which allows you to contact sellers? My account skips past it. Does anyone have a solution? Thanks
Selling toys
HiIv been selling on ebay (my own belongings) for over 10 years. Today i have tried to list some of my childrens toys but the listings have been declined saying im not eligible to sell baby/kids toys. I tried to talk to a assistant online but got the...
No Royal Mail International Shipping Options?
I haven't had any Royal Mail International shipping options for sometime, has eBay removed them? I am talking about large postable items up to 100g or 250g and small parcel up to 250g or 500g, in all cases I am not getting Royal Mail shipping options
InPost delivery are a frightening thing due to fact you have to travel miles to find one so you
Fact that you incur the large extra cost of petrol with the car or bus fares and with eBays margins being small you could end up losing money.So l advice not adopting InPost as a no choice post option
Expired listing details
I was wanting to find out how to view the full description and photos from an expired listing. I used to be able to. But it disappeared before I could copy them. listing ID [#a07-0brhednm4w#]_[#5242c089e5024633bc2c1961c10ed904#]
error made on counter offer!
someone made an offer and i have sent a counter offer however i have made an error - i was meant to counter with 11,250 however by mistake i have countered with 1125 - how do i retract or correct this counter offer, the buyer hasn't accepted so would...
Item not collected after 6 weeks even if collection day and time sgreed
Hi. I sold an item 6 weeks ago which was supposed to be collected (collection only option) and we agreed the day and time of collection. The buyer never turned up. I messaged him and he said he was too busy! I obviously do not want to refund him or c...
Seller won't send a VAT receipt
I am a VAT registered and have requested a VAT receipt but the seller business refuses to send one, even though the business has confirmed it is also VAT registered. It says that it is not obliged to because I purchased "as a private individual and n...
Faulty item
I have a faulty item the seller agreed to send a replacement 3 weeks ago it’s not arrived I have contacted the seller & they are not responding now?
Broken item
Hi I sold a tail light and now buyer informed me that he has received it broken when I post it it was OK, what to due or i will loose my money Regards
Why does my selling page show that I'll pay for postage for items I'm selling?!
I currently have two items for sale on my eBay account. I've set both of them to 'Buyer pays postage' (don't even get me started on the garbage that is 'Simple' Delivery). My question is, when looking on my selling summary page, both items show as po...
Insufficient Postage from Seller
Hello, I sold an item with free postage and used Standard Tracked Delivery, purchasing the postage label through eBay. Unfortunately, the item has not been delivered and appears to be held somewhere. Royal Mail told me the reason is “insufficient pos...
Problems listing a "bladed" item
Hi - can anyone help please?I am trying to list for sale a pair of grape shears/scissors on a Buy It Now price. I have had the listing rejected by ebay as its a "bladed" item and I need to select Age Verification and Postage Only. I have selected Pos...
Good Afternoon, I have purchased a Dyson Hairdryer yesterday and today ebay have removed listing
I think I have been scammed as ebay have removed listing due to policy violation. Will I get a refund ?
Resolved! Posting
Hi 2 items I sold are still marked as dispatched but they were delivered 2/10/25 Royal Mail confirms it.
Listing multiple items on one listing
How can i list multiple items on one listing such as coins? I have seen other private sellers do this but i canty work out how to.
Hi.item wasnt delivered as stated. I tried to sort.could only do on 'report' but only want to know w
Hi. Item not delivered as stated.what do I do as link not successful
Offers disappeared
Hi, I received 2 offers for items from the same buyer. On accepting the offers but they had gone?? What happened, is this a scam. Their address stated they might be overseas
Combined postage Problem
Hi, It's me again I've had a buyer purchase two separate items from two separate listings. The buyer has paid for the postage twice. It's not a listing that includes "free postage". The postage cost for both items is much less than the total amount p...
Problem with completing a listing
Hello. For the past few day's I've been getting this message, "looks like something is missing or invalid. please fix any issues and try again. immediate payment" when I try to complete my listing. The info re Immediate payment is "To require immedia...
Interested buyers
What happened to 'interested buyers'??Which was helping target offers where there was interest. Seems to have been replaced by Ebay flogging promoted listings
I.
Over a week ago, I sold a mobility scooter, the buyer apparently paid but despite numerous attempts to message then to arrange collection, they haven't responded. I've tried to contact an ebay rep, but all I kept getting was an automated message sayi...
Different postal method used rather than simple delivery.
Hi, how can I remove or change the Evri option when I posted an item out via a different means? It is saying overdue though, was posted via other service. Help!
Buyers protection and postage
I sold £950 scrap gold last night but the postage came in at £2.85.I'm really not too happy at banging it in an envelope and sending it just tracked, ebay has generated the QR code to me already so it will be tracked to that number, I'm wondering wou...
My account was hacked, but I can’t get a resolution — need help from the eBay team.
My eBay account appears to have been compromised on 25/11/2025, and the activity is clearly not mine. Here is the exact timeline of emails I received from eBay: 14:10 – Email saying a passkey was set up on my account. I did not do this and was not lo...
Is ebay imposed new rules that seller will received the payment within the 3 days of after delivery?
Please help me to understand. Thanks!
Made a mistake , downloaded eBay app, hated it, listed an item on website, AI stopped me listing it!
EBay has just wasted over two hours of my time today because of their senseless changes, AND AI ! Whoever told them that AI was going to make eBay better ? I’ve just tried to list an item , and got sick of the AI scan asking me to change this and cha...
Listing a Linen bus sign
I would like to list a Vintage linen bus sign ( £109 ) weighing just 1 kg, parcel size 94 x 9 x 10 cm guidance is confusing. Thank you.
Delivery Deferred
There should be an option for successful bidders, once they have paid for their purchase, to have delivery deferred to a date that is convenient to them. The seller is often under pressure to fulfil the order as quickly as possible and post it immedi...
Resolved! I sold a Karcher several weeks ago. It is in very good condition and it was on full working order,I
A buyer is claiming a Karcher I sold several weeks ago isn't working. I would never sell something like this and my record is 100%. Since they bought it we've had very cold weather, below freezing, I've no idea how they've stored it. I'm being told t...
How to cancel a return
I need help, I have already posted the item, the customer has received it but was not happy with it put in a request to return the item, I processed that, but now she has changed her mind and wants to keep the product how do I cancel the return and g...
offers
what happens if the seller does not respond to an offer?
Return request
Item is opened stink off cat food product and can't be posted for health and safety reasons so what can I do to get replaced or money back
How do I deal with the seller failing to take responsibility over a defective item?
I need help please,I got a laptop from this UK ebay seller, he was not honest about the power button being defective (The laptop was listed as excellently working). After receiving the laptop, Immediately I noticed this and contacted him. I used a fr...
guarantee money refundable
The product has a 5 year warranty. It doesn't work after 3 months. I contacted the seller. He wants to refund my money. He asked me to file a refund request. Unfortunately, I can't do this on the website. What should I do? Thank Attila Hi Attila I am...
Hi everyone, I am confused with the new postage system ?
I used to work out how much it would cost to post an Item of which would include packing and time and always tried to make a good price. I now have a vintage radio cassette of which is quite heavy and large so I would think around £20.00 at the very ...
knives policy
I have just had three items removed owing to the e.bay knives policy. They are ordinary workman's tools such as end cutters side cutters . Tools that would be in any tool box. Not knives samurai swords kitchen carving knives or any thing that can be ...
Not paid by ebay after completing delivery
I have delivered my item but its not showing up and i have not been paid
Is anyone else's account playing up?
Is anyone else unable to access messages, view balance and check their listings?
Resolved! Sold an item for £20 + postage is there a label somewhere with buyers address?
I have just sold an item for £20 plus Postage £5.64.I haven't used ebay for selling anything since they updated their postage options. It won't let me send an invoice (as requested by my buyer). What am I doing wrong?I can't find my buyers address. I...
£1.00 taken after buying an item
Hi, I bought an item on ebay. The payment showed in my bank and on paypal. Then another payment of £1.00 came up at the same time in my bank, not showing on paypal.Then I went back to ebay, to link my card/bank and another payment of £1.00 was in my ...
“Unfortunately, this seller won’t send this item to United Kingdom”
Hi, I would like to purchase an item from the US. When I go to check out the following message is displayed “unfortunately, this seller won’t send this item to Derbyshire, United Kingdom”because of this I am unable to purchase the item.Any ideas why?
I can’t change the seller address from the USA to United Kingdom
There’sa Line for zip code but no matter what I do I can’t fix the address to be in the uk
Payment on hold/ pending
Hi haven’t sold on eBay for several years, my question is this, I have a payment on hold (pending) and I’ve been told that I should also see it on hold/ pending on my PayPal account, which there isn’t ?Is this what scammers do?thanks in advance
DHL did not turn up to collect package.
DHL were supposed to collect an item from me (arranged by ebay) on Wed 26/11/25 did not turn up.I then got a message saying it would now be Thurs 27/11/25. Did not turn up.I then got a message saying it would be Fri 28/11/25 between 12:48 - 14:28. Ag...
Live selling
I am sick of getting messages and alerts about Live selling things about to start. I am NOT interested. How do I opt out of these irritating things, please????
Paying for items
How come recently evey time i buy stuff from ebay i see im been charged more than I bought it for i bought something for £ 55 then when I check my bank it says it taking £57 this is not the first time they took a lot of money from me in past few mont...
Passport
How do I verify my age using my passport? I dont have credit cards, only debit
Resolved! Trying to list an item for sale but keep being told buy it now price is missing.
Trying to list an item for two days now and keep getting the message that 'a buy it now price is missing.' Even if I add in a buy it now price I still get the same error message,I'm using Chrome which is normally problem free.Can anyone help please?
selling restrictions
I have been given selling restrictions, for late posting, and cancelling sales, due to unforseen circumstances, I understand I should be able to list up to 15 items, I have 10 listings currently, but it won't allow me to list any more, I can't seem t...
Making offer
Hi all if i make an offer on a item and its accepted can i pay for it on klarna.
Pre-Paid Delivery by eBay
Hi, I’m wondering what this prepaid by eBay delivery thing is. It has appeared automatically. The cost to post the item would be £1.55 for me and eBay has deducted £2.94 with EVRI.I would have to travel further just to use EVRI service. I didn’t sign...
Can someone please help i tryed to cancel a item 1 min after my son paid for it by mistake ,the sel
I tried to cancel a item that was bought by mistake 1 min after purchase the seller won't cancel what can I do
German Buyer not able to buy UK listing
I have this listing (https://ebay.us/m/t9QPKl) which has eBay global shipping activated, and Germany is in the list of countries it should work in, however when a buyer in Germany attempts to buy it, they can’t. I have no idea why. I’m based in the U...
Courier not collected item
Hi I sold an item and it was arranged for collection by DHL, I got a text to telling me collection would be on the 24 nov but they never arrived to collect it, I’m not sure what to do now, any advice would be appreciated thanks
Age verification delivery
Could someone please tell me how to get age verification postage through simple delivery as it doesn't give me the option
Resolved! Purchased a fake golf club
Evening, I purchased a Ping putter this week from a seller with 100% feedback and several thousand feedback entries. Today I received the item, however being a golf pro I instantly recognised the item was fake. There were numerous indicators of it be...
Product Recall
Ebay messaged me last night to say some axle stands i bought are dangerous and not to be used and have also removed the listing. Ive contacted the seller to ask for some kind off proof these products are certified to the standard they should be who j...
Buyer says unable to purchase as I've excluded their area from posting
The buyer lives in Guernsey and it's not showing as excluded on my listing as per photo so I don't know how to adjust it so they can purchase
New tracking number
Hi. I was posting my parcel and the machine at the drop off crashed. Therefore I couldn’t post the parcel. However the app said I have sent it. I have been to the post office and paid for postage and let the buyer know and sent a new tracking number....
Warranty issue
On the 4th of September 2025 I bought a airfed welding mask, I used it for about 16 days until it started having problems. I messaged them asking about the warranty and how to claim it, they said I needed to go maker of the kit and I can easily get a...
Qr code sent to me is not acceptable as wrong postage what do i do
Qr code sent by Ebay not accepted as wrong postage. What do I do
Refunds
Hi sold an item got paid posted it customer got back to me asking where it was checked tracking number it said on its way then ebay step in and refunded them checked with Royal Mail the parcel is missing so I went through customer services to try and...
Resolved! Bidding
I bid £40 on an item, I was the highest bidder, and it sold for £38.74. Does anyone know why? This has happened before, it is so frustrating.
Postage
I’ve sold an item with a £1.55 postal charge which is Royal Mail large letter. The Buyer has paid this charge but when I go into the postage label it says the buyer has selected a small parcel at £3.50 and the system is asking me to purchase a label ...
Need some advice on handling a return
Hi, I've been selling privately for a few years and I've only dealt with one return in the past (nice easy one) so I'm unsure how to handle this. I sold a 4 year old gaming laptop, the buyer said the graphics card was underperforming and requested a ...
Charged twice for postage
Buyer purchased 87pence Royal Mail option, but I now have a deduction for a yodel parcel and a label
DHL Simple delivery failure solution
Fell victim to DHL home collection of a large item this week. Booked for wednesday, failed to turn up by 7pm, called DHL the automated system said they were running late but still collecting. Called back at 7.30 and spoke to an operator after 25 mins...
Changing parcel size
Recently sold two separate items to the same buyer. eBay combined the postage (I was paying)and provided only one postage label. However the maximum parcel size remained the same as for the individual items.This didn't really suit the items being sol...
Ongoing Technical Bug Preventing Me from Listing – Nearly 4 Months Unresolved
Hi everyone, I’m hoping someone here can help finally escalate this. It has now been almost four months since I first reported a technical issue that prevents me from creating or revising any listings on my account. Each time I try to list an item, I...
Only received fraction of payout, and ebay tells me its not on hold.
Hi, I recently sold an item worth £70, I sent a partial refund of £14 because I sent it off abit late and felt bad. Ebay had only given me £19. It says in payments that NO fees were charged or anything, yet I've only received a small fraction of my m...
QR postage code rejected by post office -how to get a replacement code from EBAY
QR postage code rejected by post office -how to get a replacement code from EBAY
Booked Courier Collections not being made
I am writing so bloody angry...I have waited in for 5 separate days for both Royal mail and DHL to pick up large items. Normally I would have posted these myself but I had deliveries coming to myself at the time of the sale completing. Today both DHL...
Over Half my listings have dissapeard
Afternoon,I am so blinking angry with Ebay right now..... I can't call them its saying its outside of their hours..... basically over half of my listing have vanished without trace!! I received a few messages from Ebay yesterday Evening saying x y an...
payments
Hi! I am in UK not so long and have not yet UK bank account. Is it possible to receive payment via PayPal untill I will cteate a bank account
Evri broke an item I sold. How do I get them to pay for the item?
Evri broke an item I sold. How do I get them to pay for the item?
Error made on Return Request
I may the wrong choice on a Return Request I made, and tried to alter the details, only to cancel the return request. Is there a chance to resend the return request, or do I have to wait a while for it to clear before resending it? Do please let me k...
My account shows delivery compleated but to a diffetant address
My account shows item delivered but to a differant addresd
Listings not appearing
I've recently checked some of my listings that aren't selling by doing a search for them. If i type the full item title it is in the top ten which is fine. If i type say 3 words from the title it doesn't appear at all. This can't be normal especially...
Postage
I want to offer Special Delivery and not Simple postage due to the value how do I do this. Thanks
Bought Item via ebay global shipping program that got lost in transit and ebay refused to refund me
Bought a 280 USD item from the US, with estimated delivery date of 26 september- 6 october. tracking hasnt updated for the item since 24th of september and never got delivered to my address, however it already arrived at the hub so ebay lost it. i th...
Discount not applied at checkout
I ordered 3 items from a seller and they were offering buy 2, get 1 free - add 3 to basket and discount will be applied at checkout. It wasn't. I have contacted seller who told me the discount would be applied at checkout. I went back and told them i...
Resolved! eBay Money Back Guarantee Issue
Hey eBay community,I’m a bit lost and confused about what’s going on with eBay customer service and the service I’m getting from them. I got an electric toothbrush on October 7th, and by the end of the month, when I tried to charge it, the charger di...
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Increase of Selling Limits
Hello eBay Support,My name is Maksym, and I am requesting a manual review of my account’s selling limits.I am 19 years old, and I recently updated all personal information on my eBay account to my correct and current details. I have already completed...
Product Return
I had the misfortune of buying a product and eBay was under another name, so I sent it to a Royal Mail agency, which asked me for my details, but I don't have them or any ID. Everything is under a fictitious name and they didn't deliver it to me. Now...
Collection barcode
Hi, so I’ve stupidly deleted the eBay email with the collection barcode. I’ve also deleted the in app message as I was going to use the email. What an idiot. now I can’t find a collection barcode on the app anywhere. Please help. Thank you.
Resolved! Item being collected should be paid in advance?
HelloSold an expensive item that's collection only a few days ago, the auction winner hasn't paid ebay for the item yet but is wanting to come in a couple of days to collect. I've informed the buyer that I require the collection code in order to rele...
Product recalls : EBay's responsibility and feedback for the seller
I have just had an E Mail from EBay about a product recall and they have advised me to contact the seller. Helpfully (not....) the E Mail was from an "unmonitored E Mail address".Doing some research it appears EBay will not get involved and I must th...
Adding Collect in Person Option to Simple Delivery
Hi I am trying to list a bulky item (a folding chair) and simple delivery is coming up with a bulky postage option via DHL which seems fine. I would like to also add collect in person as an alternative option but can't figure out how to do this. Is i...
Agent
he purchased the item he didn’t show up to collecti lost 153 buyers that they was watching the item and interested to buy also left me negative feedback The seller didn t call after I send the no after purchase.I actually did . Check inbox .
Collecting from a DHL courier
Hi I’ve sold apparently my old dive bag. The buyer has paid for a courier allegedly but they have not collected the item on two occasions now! No need for a pre paid label etc etc ! Is this a scam as I cannot cancel my order now as I would need to re...
DHL haven’t collected a large parcel
I sold a large item and was only allowed to choose DHL collection service. There was no option for drop off or any other courier. but it’s been 4 days and still it’s waiting for collection. I’ve tried ringing emailing messages but don’t get any other...
item developed a fault under 1 year guarantee
Seller failed to respond to my 1st 2 messages. In my 3rd message I reminded him that, under ebay rules, he was obliged to respond to me within 2 days - he answered immediately! It took a few days for seller to admit he'd received phone and I gave him...
10+ in stock
Why do some sellers say 10+ in stock when I ordered 5 of an item, it has taken to long to be dispatched; they obviously don't have 5 in stock.
Listing non removal
In February 2025 I made a successful sale, the items were collected, monies paid, ebay notified. Now, 9 months later, I've been contacted by another buyer saying he's paid money for this item and can I arrange for him to collect. Why is this item sti...
false reason of cancelation
I would like to report a dishonest seller. He didn't send my parcel twice and gave a false reason for the cancellation. how can I do ?
Ebay removed my listing
Ebay removed my listing because they said i am violating their policy rules by listing a fake or counterfeit item. But they should know i bought this item from ebay, and am reselling it back on my listing,as the boy i had bought it for as a xmas gift...
Cancelling an item with bids
Hi All, Ive been made aware an item I'm selling is counterfeit. I purchased off ebay. Ive tried to cancel the item but the only option it gives me is end item and sell to highest bidder How do I cancel. As now set up a retirn for the original purchas...
