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  • eBay has 2.0 star rating based on 19374 customer reviews. Consumers are mostly dissatisfied.

  • 19% of users would likely recommend eBay to a friend or colleague.

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  • Pros: No pros, Good prices, Convenient.
    Cons: No customer service, Yes, Customer service.

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They corrected the problem in a timely order. I was grateful paypal also helped. I am glad it is resolved

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There is no one to speak with, need information on itecompany needs to do betterm and was so diasppointed.company needs to do better, costomer comes first and...

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Tierry F

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Resolved: File a Complaint Against eBay

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Updated by user Dec 07, 2024

I was so excited that BBC showed interest to help from being scammed by eBay.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

Company had not fixed the issue.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

No problem had been fixed and no refund had been provided. Needed to edit one of the facts.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

No full refund was received yet.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

Confident That BBC will take a step to help me get the FULL REFUND.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

Need to add proof of empty boxes received .

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

Need to add proof of empty boxes received.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

Company fixed the issue and I have been provided with full refund. Impossible to attach proof of empty boxes and post office picture.

Updated by user Nov 29, 2024

eBay logo Thanks for your first purchase, Tierry! Your order is confirmed.View order details Browse deals Your order will ship to:Tierry Fanfan2961 Nw 13th AveMiami, 33142-**** FLUnited StatesEstimated delivery:Sat, Nov 02 - Tue, Nov 05Your order detailsWe’ve got your order and will let you know when it ships.

If your items are sent in different shipments, you’ll receive multiple shipping updates from us.New in Sealed Box Apple iPhone 13 PRO MAX A248* ***/512G 1TB Unlocked SmartphoneNew in Sealed Box Apple iPhone 13 PRO MAX A248* ***/512G 1TB Unlocked SmartphoneeBay Money Back Guarantee eBay Money Back GuaranteePrice:$912.99Item ID:395054****48Order number:18-1225*-***19Color:SilverStorage capacity:512gbSeller:onlineraveNX TECH TRADING COMPANY LIMITEDUnite 83 3 F Yau Lee CentreNo 45 Hoi Yuen Road Kwun Tong KlHongkong, 00000HK96.2% positive (888)Explore more from this sellerNew in Sealed Box Apple iPhone 13 PRO MAX A248* ***/512G 1TB Unlocked SmartphoneNew in Sealed Box Apple iPhone 13 PRO MAX A248* ***/512G 1TB Unlocked SmartphoneeBay Money Back Guarantee eBay Money Back GuaranteePrice:$835.99Item ID:395054****48Order number:18-1225*-***19Color:GraphiteStorage capacity:512gbSeller:onlineraveNX TECH TRADING COMPANY LIMITEDUnite 83 3 F Yau Lee CentreNo 45 Hoi Yuen Road Kwun Tong KlHongkong, 00000HK96.2% positive (888)Explore more from this sellerSponsored items to complement your purchaseThis is a picture of New in Sealed Box Apple…New in Sealed Box Apple…$730.33Buy it nowFree shippingThis is a picture of Life Waterproof Shock Du…POPULARLife Waterproof Shock Du…$17.99Buy it nowFree shippingOrder total:Subtotal (2 items)$1,748.98ShippingFreeSales tax$122.43Total charged to mastercard icon x -3380$1,871.41eBay Money Back Guarantee logoMoney Back GuaranteeWith the eBay Money Back Guarantee, we've got you covered. Receive your order or your money back – it's that easy.Learn moreYour eBay, your wayGet price drop alerts and track your orders with our top-rated app.Get the eBay app eBay Logoinstagram facebook XApp Store Play StoreEmail Reference ID: [#fda83e532f0e422492b0652d944d948a] Update your email preferences, unsubscribe or learn about account protection.If you have a question, contact us.

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Original review Nov 29, 2024
On October 30, 2024, I ordered two iPhones 13Pro Max from eBay for $1,871.41 then on November 1, 2024 my Citi Bank account was debited. On November 4th, 2024 they sent that package since I was in New York for my sister's memorial USPS left me a slip to pick up the package.

On November 5th, 2024, I went there to retrieve them it was two empty iPhones boxes that were mailed to me. Right inside the Post Office on 1799 NW 28th Street Allapattah, Miami FL 33142 I called eBay and made a report to claim a refund the next day Wednesday November 6th, 2024 an e-mail was sent to me to return the items received then on Friday I received another e-mail stated that the refund will be made to me on November 13th, 2024. So on November 17th, 2024, two other e-mails were sent to me one stated about suspended my account with eBay and the other stipulated that I did excessive abuse of customer protection that no refund will be made I did call and spoke to Kervin an eBay teammate claim who guaranteed me that as per the e-mail regarding the refund I have to wait until the given date November 13th, 2024. On November 20th, 2024, I called again then talked to Robert an eBay teammate who rudely emphasized that there will be no refund made to me if I did not the e-mail from from November 17th before hanged up the phone that I had to contact the seller myself which I did not have no contact located in Hong Kong named Onlinerave.

So last Wednesday the 20th I called again and spoke to Cassandra another eBay teammate who urged me to wait for a follow up e-mail from the seller until yesterday I called their system only gave me online option which impossible because they had suspended my account. I'm reaching out to BBC to file this complaint for my stolen money.
N-B I purchased other stuffs from eBay like two (2) Guaravera shirts one (1) pants, and on (1) loafers shoes under $50.00 all of them were received except for those two (2) new iPhones 13Pro Max for an huge amount of $1,871.41 till today my money is vanished leaving me a crucial financial situation.
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Loss:
$1871
Pros:
  • Fair coverage
Cons:
  • No response

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: None to eBay bebause It'S a Fraudulent Company.

Francois T Qxf

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| map-marker Roanoke, Virginia

Part I ordered was shipped back to seller today

Just trying to get the part that I paid for shipped back to me.

Francois Taylor

PO Box 765

Lawrenceville, VA

23868-****

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Andrea N Jbe

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Seller intentionally sold me the wrong product.

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eBay - Seller intentionally sold me the wrong product.

I cannot begin to explain how upset I am with the experience I have had with eBay: I purchased the item as per the description only to receive a completely different item and now I am having to drive to USPS which is 20 minutes away from my house to ship the item back in order to get my money back. This is time and money wasted for me and my original payment being held hostage by the seller until they receive the item back - I spoke with eBay over the phone numerous times asking for a refund as per the 100% money back guarantee promise and yet this has not happened.

I will never again trust eBay to protect me - the Customer - from wrong doing by the seller. Shame on me if I ever trust e at again for another purchase. I have wasted time and money only to end up without the item I ordered.

Why would I ever trust eBay again??? Would you?

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Loss:
$50
Cons:
  • You will end up spending more instead of saving money when you purchase

User's recommendation: Please do yourself a favor and never trust eBay sellers.

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Resolved: EBay Closed My Case Despite Clear Evidence – First and Last Time Using the Platform

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On May 3rd, I placed an order on eBay for two refrigerator door parts from a seller. On May 6th, I received the package, but only one item was inside.

The shipping label on the parcel clearly stated 1 piece, which confirms that only one item was sent.

I contacted the seller on the same day to report the issue, but received no response. On May 9th, I escalated the case through eBay and requested a refund for the missing item.

On May 18th, eBay closed the case, simply stating that the seller claimed the item was shipped. No further verification was done, and my refund request was denied without any review of the actual evidence despite the shipping label clearly proving the short shipment.

I find this kind of customer service absolutely unacceptable.

eBay failed to investigate properly, ignored obvious facts, and chose to blindly side with the seller. This was my first time using eBay and definitely the last.

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Loss:
$4
Cons:
  • Everything about this company is a scam

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Stay away from eBay

Amalya P Hhi

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I used to be a long time customer. Now ebay has no trust no help policy

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I used to be a long time customer. Now ebay has no trust no help policy
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I made my order and expected delivery time was shown between 8/29/23- 9/2/23. I have my small baby with me to travel and needed the mattress for her crib to spend a night in our new leased apartment.

It was long weekend . We ended up staying in hotel and spent $280 for 1 night only because it it was book at a very last second. So one small crib mattress that was supposedly to be delivered didnt arrive even after a day or 2 so we ended up to stay 2nd and 3 nd day in a hotel. I cam back home (old) and since it is state to state move we have arranged to permanently move in 2 weeks.

And have no clue if that item will stay there by then. ebay has no support at all and neither seller and nor ebay helped me with the issue. When I wanted to close my account the rep Rae was happily guided me how to close long term customer account. So RAE , the rep dont care about retaining customer relationship .

Stay away from EBAY.

This company is used to be a perfect place to purchase whatever you could find in any online market and I personally felt very protected but not NOW

Dont buy anything from the seller tailstories. The seller is not sending items on time and has no solution to offer.

Scammers. Please see the

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Loss:
$36
Cons:
  • Ebay used to be a great company now i need to get away asapscammers

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Stay away from EBAY

5 comments
Guest

ebay now sucks

Guest

just report to eBay headquarters (858) Six Four Four 2499 they will look into this as soon as they receive your reply.

Guest

eBay has absolutely gone so far on that pendulum towards the buyer that they have forgotten without sellers they have no product. Seller protection is literally a joke.

You really don’t have any recourse and you can take out all the way up to the sworn affidavit. It doesn’t matter matter at all, comes down to a tracking number and if it says delivered or not. The actual problem is you can speak to 20 different customer service representatives, and You will get different answers. I get they don’t trust me or my word.

The problem is with a company that large when I’m relying on them to tell me what to do I should be able to trust them.

That’s not the case. Sorry you had to go through that.

Guest

I absolutely agree. eBay actively encourages buyers to use the return policy with an INAD as a free for all.

They can guide me on 19 phone calls. I never received my bag back. I refunded the buyer two dollars. I was charged $66 in fees.

They’re already adding taxes and shipping into their percentage that they take. You have to advertise at whatever percentage to get Your item even viewed.

It’s insane, and most likely illegal. Yes, they really don’t care since their top executive is been indicted For intimidating someone who spoke out against them.

Guest

You are correct, way too many scammers on eBay now

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Al B Qfq

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Afleveren van een verkeerd product

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Ik had bij dit 3D printer bedrijf een model motor brug gekocht ik dacht een van schaal 1 24. Bij afleveren zag ik dat het een zeer klein kut dingetje was wat ook niet inelkaar wilde blijven zitten.

Ik had dus niets aan dat miniatuur kut ding. Bij contact met de verkoper zegt die vent dat dat dingetje schaal 1 18 is. 1 18 is een enorme schaal en ik paste een model motor schaal 1 18 op dat miniatuur dingetje en dat paste natuurlijk niet dat motor bruggetje paste 3 x in mijn motor. Ik ben in de maling genomen door dat 3D printer bedrijf.

En dan heeft die vent nog het lef te zeggen dat het niet zijn schuld is, WTF hij stuurt toch een kabouter motor bruggetje van 10 cm. Ik raad iedereen af iets te kopen van dit bedrijf wat zit op Ebay want je krijgt rotzooi geleverd.

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Loss:
$25
Pros:
  • Hij heeft veel te koop
Cons:
  • Wat hij verkoopt is rotzooi

Preferred solution: Apology

User's recommendation: Koop niks bij dit kut bedrijf op Ebay

Elex Wyd

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| map-marker Allen Park, Michigan

I ordered a starter on the 30th of last month. It came to me finally on the fourth. I told you do not send the starter because it was supposed to be here on the first. I bought parts and got the car r

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eBay - I ordered a starter on the 30th of last month. It came to me finally on the...

When you order a part or order something and youre told its gonna be here on the first it should be here on the first. I ordered it on the 30th and it came in on the fourth.

It was late you cost me over $3000 for this car being down I run a business I needed the car.

I asked you my money back and I asked for a label to send this *** thing back to you people now get me the label. Are youll talk to my attorneys.

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User's recommendation: My recommendation don’t order from eBay

Dave K Kui

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Shipping run around

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I have ordered $110.00 of lawnmower parts. It was supposed to have been mailed out using UPS.

I went to the UPS website and it says a label was created, but UPS has no package. Caltric is telling me that UPS is slow to update their system and my package has been sent.

I called UPS; they assured me that no package has been turned over to them. Where is my package?

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Loss:
$110
Cons:
  • You are been use for scamming clients

Preferred solution: Deliver product or service ordered

User's recommendation: Stay away

Elex Wyd

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| map-marker Allen Park, Michigan

I ordered a part. There was five days late.

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eBay - I ordered a part. There was five days late.

I ordered a starter for my car. It was supposed to be here on the first of this month and I ordered it on the 30th of last month. It came in on the fourth of this month which was overdue and I told you do not send it you sent it any *** way and you take the money out of my bank now put it back $83.76.

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User's recommendation: Would somebody orders a part send it if you’re not gonna send it column

David M Tmn

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| map-marker Stevenage, England

I contacted ebay recently regarding their Ai description tool that scammers are using to con people out of money. I think that they are using ai to analyse complaints about ai.

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Updated by user Jun 18, 2025

Find alternative companies when possible

Updated by user Jun 04, 2025

Only if there is no alternative

Original review Jun 03, 2025
I noticed there were many scammers selling rare coins for large amounts of money. Ie a 50p minted in 2022 for Pride that I was describing as rare, etc.

yet 5,000,000 were produced. These unashamed scammers were advertising these coins for huge amounts of money! A good indication that all the items they are selling are overpriced. Let's get wise to these tricksters.

I guess buyer beware, but also I beware!

This is the full description at the moment.
The rare 50p coin Pride 2022 is a special edition coin from Great Britain celebrating a significant event or achievement. This coin has a denomination of 50p and holds cultural or historical significance within the country.
Collectors and enthusiasts of British decimal coinage will value this unique and limited edition coin for its rarity and commemorative nature.
366/5,000
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User's recommendation: If a seller is selling anything like this for more than a few pounds, they are potentially a scammer!

Marcia W Jry

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Pissed customer

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I have purchased an item on eBay. The seller sent my order to the wrong address and also the wrong name on my package, which I have proof of after contacting UPS.

I have reached out to the seller, and he doesn't respond to me for his proof of address he has sent my package to, and also the name on the package. Up to date, June 19th, 2025, I cannot get a refund or my package. eBay has closed my case without the proper proof of where the seller had sent my package, and I have not received my refund. I am lost for words knowing the fact that I have my proof of receipt where the seller has sent my package; the address is wrong, and the name on the package is wrong.

I have spent $111 and did not receive my package. I am so frustrated and very disgruntled over the fact that eBay has my correct address and the seller used my correct information. eBay, do better.

I am a customer for over 14 years, and I have never been through this situation before. Let me have my order or my money back.

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Loss:
$111

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Please becareful who you buy from on ebay and it's obvious ebay backs the sellers and there wrongs and not there valuable customers this is the pick of the wrong address the seller has sent my package to and he doesnt admit to his wrongs and make it right with me as a valuable customer the pic of wrong address is below sgs than

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No, buyers CAN NOT ship to any address we want to. This was something im sure that YOU THE BUYER messed up.

If you were truly in the wrong then ebay would have gladly helped you and refunded your money.

End of story. :-)

STACI F Dym

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Fraud

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Updated by user Mar 27, 2025

I PROVIDED ALL OF THE FACTS TO EBAY PRIOR. THEY HAVE ALLOWED THE BUYERS TO HARASS ME AND STILL HAVE MY FUNDS ON HOLD. THEY HAVE TAKEN ZERO ACTION TO PREVENT BUYER FRAUD OR PROTECT SELLERS

Original review Mar 27, 2025
Dear eBay Buyer Protection Team,
I am writing to formally report two fraudulent claims made against me by buyers on eBay regarding items sold in good faith. One claim involves a sealed Apple product, and the other concerns an Apple Series 7 blue open box watch.
Both buyers have made false claims about the condition of the items, which were shipped in the exact condition as described in the listings. Importantly, both items were received and handled by third-party courier services, not directly by the buyers themselves, which casts further doubt on the claims being made.
I have already reported both buyers to eBay, and I have evidence that their claims are fraudulent. I am also taking legal action to address this matter. Specifically, I have reported the cases to the U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS), the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), the FBI, and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3). Additionally, I have contacted the Dominican Republic Consulate as the third-party couriers involved are based in Miami, FL, and operated by Dominican Republic-based businesses.
Reporting the fraud to the following authorities:
U.S. Postal Inspection Service (USPIS) for mail fraud
Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for consumer fraud
Better Business Bureau (BBB) to escalate this issue
California Attorney General's Office for violations of consumer protection laws
Financial institutions and payment processors (PayPal, credit card companies)
Dominican Republic Consulate for international fraud assistance
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) for online fraud
FBI - Internet Crime Division for cross-border fraud
Local police authorities in California for criminal investigation
Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) for fraudulent financial transactions
This fraudulent activity has caused significant harm to my business, and I have also escalated this issue to the President of the United States. I am fully committed to pursuing legal action against the buyers, and I am seeking eBay's support to resolve these claims.
Please note that I will not be directly resolving this matter with the buyers and will rely on eBay's legal department to assist in the appropriate resolution of these cases. I expect eBay to take action and assist in holding these buyers accountable for their fraudulent behavior.
Sincerely,
Staci Fahnestock
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Loss:
$885
Pros:
  • Platform exposure
Cons:
  • No seller support charge fees on sales tax & shipping

Preferred solution: Full refund

Jaret Tgv
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Purchase of what I ordered was damaged

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Looks to me that things inside were not packaged as they should have been looks to me that is the problem because what was inside got throwed around if they had been wrapped better this may not have happened beware of what you are supposed to get and make sure they wrapped correctly

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Sellers Beware of eBay, They Will Rip You Off Too!

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Updated by user Jun 15, 2025

Take your business elsewhere. eBay will rip you off, too.

Again, an eBay buyer has unlawfully retained our merchandise without providing any financial compensation, and eBay not only allowed it but was complicit in the theft. We are entitled to a refund of $24.99 under eBay’s seller protection policy.

This is indisputable. A minimal review of the complaint details would highlight the facts of this matter, yet eBay continues to disregard its policies and/or address this matter responsibly.

Updated by user May 31, 2025

A buyer has unlawfully retained our merchandise without providing any financial compensation. The buyer has misused eBay's return request service under false pretenses and has failed to offer a valid explanation for their actions.

Currently, the buyer is in unlawful possession of our merchandise, which rightfully belongs to us, and has ignored multiple requests for its return, despite us providing a pre-paid return shipping label. It appears that eBay does not thoroughly investigate these matters or prioritize lawful practices. This situation clearly violates eBay's policies, and we are entitled to a refund of $24.99 under eBay’s seller protection policy. This is indisputable.

We insist that our funds be refunded via a check mailed to our address, as eBay has repeatedly demonstrated an inability to responsibly handle funds that are in or have been added to our account. As a result, we will no longer conduct business with eBay moving forward.

Original review updated May 30, 2025
If you are considering selling on eBay, please be aware that the platform has become desperate to compete with Amazon. As a result, they are allowing buyers to blatantly violate eBay's abusive buyer policy on a whim.

Despite your eBay store's clearly stated policies regarding merchandise and returns, eBay will automatically refund a buyer if they claim the item is "Not As Described," without requiring your authorization. This occurs even if the buyer cannot provide even a basic explanation of how the item received differs from the item listing description on eBay.
Additionally, even if the buyer returns the merchandisesomething eBay does not mandateyou will still incur costs for shipping the item initially and for a prepaid return shipping label. To make matters worse, eBay now allows buyers to leave false, damaging, and defamatory negative feedback about your store and you personally, without any evidence of wrongdoing on your part. As a seller, you now only have the option of leaving positive feedback for buyers or reporting them, but from my experience, reporting does not effectively address the issue, the matter, or the buyer in any way.

So there is no feasible way to warn other sellers about these problem buyers. It's important to look at a potential buyer's feedback history before completing the transaction because there are predators on eBay, and eBay will provide no protection if you become another victim of eBay's policies that not only permits illicit practices by buyers but are actively complicit in them.
Some buyers are aware of these newer policies that were put into place in desperation by eBay in an attempt to compete with Amazon, which solely favor the buyers, and buyers take full advantage of them. eBay not only allows this behavior to continue but is complicit in buyers' schemes to obtain merchandise without cost.

The burden falls entirely on the seller, so potential eBay sellers should proceed with extreme caution, because eBay will steal from you, too; it's just a matter of time.
We have been involved in e-commerce businesses for over 15 years and have experienced great success on our websites and other online platforms, along with maintaining a respectable reputation. Our recent, short term, endeavor into selling on eBay was trial run and has rather quickly led us to end our relationship with them due to their allowance of individuals, buyers who lack integrity and ethical standards, to bully, harass, defraud, and misappropriated merchandise from an honest sellers without financial compensation to the seller, with eBay complicit in these actions every step of the way.
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Loss:
$25
Pros:
  • Had an account as buyers for 16 years
  • Ebay policy favors buyers
Cons:
  • Quit after being swindled by ebay
  • Briefly tried ebay as sellers

Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Potential eBay Sellers should proceed with EXTREME CAUTION, because EBAY WILL STEAL FROM YOU, TOO; it's just a matter of time.

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Devolución

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Tuve mala experiencia con una pieza que compré para mi camioneta se me quebró ya mero me volteaba la puse el mismo día se me quebró ahora necesito mi dinero

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$400

Preferred solution: Full refund

Marcia W Jry

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Did not receive an item I have purchased

eBay - Did not receive an item I have purchased

I have tried to reach out to seller and also ebay and I have not gotten m, issues resolved I have not received my item due to wrong address and name on package by the seller , the seller will not respond to my messages and ebay has close my case after i requested a refund I have not gotten my package and I have not gotten my refund

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Loss:
$111
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Preferred solution: Full refund

User's recommendation: Becareful who you purchase from on ebay they are sending your packages to wrong address and wrong buyers

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Haven't heard back this afternoon. Hope they haven't lost or stolen the money. It's all been posted on my checking account... Haven't heard back this afternoon.

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eBay - Haven't heard back this afternoon. Hope they haven't lost or stolen the money....

For some reason, they're saying that my payments to you haven't posted on their side yet. I'm finding this to be curious because the deposit and final payment posted to my account on the 21st.

I don't understand what the hold up is. Certainly seems like it should be a simple transaction.

This happen on sale of 1969 MGB on eBay Motor there a subsidiary of Ebay Motor parent company

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User's recommendation: Please do not use this platform for any do to this fraudulent and misleading behavior

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Summary

eBay is an online platform that enables individuals and businesses to sell and buy goods and services through a vast network of auctions and online sales. In 1995, eBay founder Pierre Omidyar launched AuctionWeb, designed to facilitate peer-to-peer auctions, which quickly grew to one of the biggest online marketplaces connecting buyers and sellers worldwide.

The company aims to connect people and create communities to ensure everyone can access economic opportunity. eBay is known for its auction-style listings, which allow buyers to bid on items and sellers to set a minimum price for their products.

eBay has reached over 190 markets globally and united 134M active buyers worldwide. Its range of products varies from rare collectibles to new products from top brands.

eBay reviews and complaints

eBay is ranked 134 out of 982 in Auctions and Marketplaces category

Area Served

USA, Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, Other, UK, Worldwide

Payment Methods

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eBay FAQs

Winnie Murugi
PissedConsumer Reporter

eBay is an online marketplace that allows users from all over the world to buy or sell new or second-hand items. To purchase the item people can choose to ‘buy it now’ at a displayed price or bid for the item in an online auction.

eBay FAQs

To sell on eBay, a user should register an account, list items under the appropriate category, add high-quality pictures, give an accurate description of the item, set a listing price and auction duration. To receive a payment from customer purchases, you should add a payment method in your Account Settings.

eBay takes a percentage of the sale price of almost any item you successfully sell, ranging from 1.5% to 15%. There can be an extra charge if your buyer pays via PayPal. eBay may also take the insertion fee depending on the minimum opening bid or your reserve price.

To start a cancellation request, you should find the order you want to cancel in the Purchase history in your account, select the ‘More actions’ dropdown menu, and click on ‘Cancel this order’. Cancellation is possible for the purchases made within the last hour and if the seller has not yet shipped them.

To delete an eBay account, you should click on the ‘Close My Account’ link in your eBay profile, fill out the form and submit it. The account can be deleted if you owe no fees, your account balance is at zero, and you have no bids still in play.

If you made an order within the last hour, navigate to “Purchase history”, find the order you wish to cancel, follow “More actions” in the dropdown menu, click “Cancel this order”, and select “Submit”. After your request is sent to the seller, they will accept or decline within 3 calendar days.
To cancel an offer on eBay if you made it more than an hour ago, do the same stages, but after following “More actions”, select “Contact seller”, follow “Request to cancel this order” and “Contact the seller”, after which explain the seller your reason for cancellation, and click “Send”.

eBay selling fees are a percentage of the total amount of the sale + a per order fee. If you have orders $10.00 or less, you should pay $0.30. The per order fee for orders over $10.00 is $0.40.

eBay was founded by a computer programmer, Pierre Omidyar, in 1995. Now this is a publicly traded company owned by Vanguard Group, BlackRock, and other of its shareholders.

If you have a buyer you don’t want to deal with anymore, you can block them with the following simple actions: navigate to the top of Seller’s hub, click “Help & Contact”, choose “Selling”, scroll down to “Blocking a buyer on eBay”, follow the “Block bidders and buyers”, type in the user ID of the buyer, and click “Submit”.

On the eBay official site pay attention to the search bar, follow “Advanced” next to the “Search” button, scroll down the page, enter the ID in the “Sellers” block, and click on the “Search” button.

If you want to sell unwanted items from your home, earn money, or start your business but don’t want to how to sell on eBay, first sign up if you haven’t an account yet. Follow “start selling” in the “Sell” block at the bottom of the official company website, learn more about selling, click on the “List an item” button, and follow the further prompts.

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