Create an eBay Account
To sell anything on eBay, you must be a registered user. If you are already registered on eBay and have a seller’s account, feel free to move to the next step. If you do not have an account on eBay, please create one using the steps below.
- On eBay’s first page, choose the blue “register” link in the upper lefthand corner.
- On the Registration page, fill in your personal information.
- Choose an email address that you check regularly, as any eBay alerts or questions from buyers will go to that inbox.
- Choose a username and password.
- To protect your privacy, do not choose a username that reveals too much personal information. For example, do not use your email address or first and last names.
- Make sure to read through the terms of service, then check the box if you agree to them.
- Click continue.
- eBay will send a confirmation email to the address you provided.
- When this email arrives, open it and click on the link “Activate Your eBay Membership.”
- Sellers registering after January 17, 2007 are required to offer either PayPal or credit card payment options.
- The easiest and most secure option is to set up a PayPal account. PayPal payments offer an extra layer of protection for buyers and sellers alike, as well as some free auction tools for eBay sellers.
- To accept credit cards without PayPal you need to set up a merchant account. Depending on what types of cards you accept, your credit, and where you set up your account fees can vary, but they are usually higher than PayPal.
- To set up your first PayPal account:
- Go to PayPal registration.
- Choose a Personal account, Premier account (for casual eBay sellers) or Business account (for larger amounts of sales and transactions).
- Click here for a description of the fees associated with each type of account.
- PayPal’s transaction fees overview explains the fees you will owe, based on your volume of sales.
- If you are unsure what type of account to choose, don’t worry! You can upgrade at any time.
- If this is your first listing, you will need to verify your identity by submitting a credit or debit card number before you can offer your item on eBay. You may also need to submit a checking account number.
- Click here to create a seller’s account.
- You will also need to select a method for paying your eBay selling fees. You have multiple options, including:
- PayPal: You can make a one-time payment or have the fees automatically deducted from your PayPal account.
- Credit card: eBay will keep a card on file and automatically charge your account each month.
- Direct Pay: eBay will automatically deduct your fees from your checking account (only for sales in U.S. dollars and U.S. accounts).
- Check: An option only available for business retailers.
- If you prefer, you can register for your seller’s account as you create your first listing.
Create a Payment Account
Create an eBay Seller’s Account
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