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Welcome to eBay Policies There are rules that all eBay users, need to know and follow. These rules are created to protect you and to keep eBay a safe place to buy, sell, and participate in the community. It’s important to take a look at eBay's policies before you start transacting on the site. Every user must know and practice the following policies:

Listing Policies It is important to familiarise yourself with eBay's listing policies before posting an item. You'll have a safe and fun selling experience knowing that your listing complies with community standards and guidelines. Sale outside of eBay Duplicate Listing Key Word Spamming Fee Circumvention Seller Non Performance Excessive Shipping/Handling Feedback extortion Read more listing policies

Prohibited & Restricted Policies As an eBay member, you are ultimately responsible for making sure that buying or selling an item is legal in the eyes of the law. It’s essential to check if your item is allowed on the site. Copyrights & Trademark Mature Audiences Encouraging Infringement Policy Read more Restricted Policies

Other Rules & Policies There are rules that all eBay members, both buyers and sellers, need to know and follow. Previously Suspended Users Feedback Policy Overview Want It Now Policies Profanity False Contact Information Read more other rules and policies

Violations of these policies may result in one or more actions, including: Listing cancellation/ ended listings Limits on account privileges Warnings / Account suspension Forfeit of eBay fees on cancelled listings Loss of PowerSeller status The eBay marketplace needs rules and policies that promote order, compliance with legal requirements, and the health of the marketplace.

eBay has certain Rules and Guidelines for online sales or an e-commerce business on eBay. There are listing policies to put your product up for sale, restricted and prohibited policies for products that are not allowed to be sold on the internet. Ensure to read the policies for successful online sales.