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Selling basics

Whether you’re starting your own business, or selling things you don't really use, we’ll give you the tips and tools you need to sell your item to a worldwide market. Get started.

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You’re charged an insertion fee when you list an item on eBay. (If you choose additional listing features, additional listing fees may be charged.) Then, when your item sells, you’ll be charged a final value fee. See our current fees.
It depends what you’re comfortable with: selling to the highest bidder, or offering a fixed price. Check out different ways to sell.
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Basics

Getting started selling
Before you list an item to sell, check out this overview.


Tips for successful selling
Get tips for a successful sale.


Seller's checklist
As you get your item ready for sale, make sure you’ve covered everything.


Creating a seller's account
To create a seller’s account, just verify your identity and complete your PaisaPay registration.


Closing the sale
Your item has sold, now what? Also, find out what to do if your item didn’t sell.


Guide to seller resources
We want our sellers to succeed. Take advantage of these tips, services, and resources.

Different ways to sell

Selecting a selling format
Decide how to sell your item with this comparison table.


Selling using an auction format
Find out how the classic eBay auction-style format works.


Selling using a fixed price
Sell your item using Buy It Now and avoid the bidding.


Selling with a reserve price
Learn how to set a minimum or reserve price on your item.


Selling multiple items
Find out how to sell multiple items.


Advertising with Classified Ads
Use Classified Ads to generate multiple leads for your items, services, or properties for sale.

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