I recently started a seller’s account on eBay with the username – sendanicegift. I submitted all the required ID proofs and address proofs to complete my registration on May 18, after which I moved ahead and listed a few items and started generating sales within a few days. But now all of a sudden eBay has suspended my account permanently for reasons unknown to me. When I tried appealing against the decision, all I’ve got is a reply from their Trust and Safety Team that they can’t reveal the reason for the suspension due to eBay policies. This is just plain ridiculous. Why does eBay even provide an option to appeal if they are not going to offer any information regarding the suspension?
It seems eBay India only wants sellers who overprice products and pathetic services. All the products I was offering were priced significantly lower than all the current listing on eBay and yet I’m the one who gets banned. That’s not all, the sellers currently selling these items have received several negative feedbacks. If you don’t believe me, go and check out the complaints on their forum – community.ebay.in. Instead of taking action against all these sellers, eBay is more interested in suspending accounts. No wonder they have fallen behind in the Indian eCommerce market.
Just wanted to give a heads up to all those interested in opening a seller account on eBay, stay away. Instead go and sell your products on Amazon, Snapdeal, Shopclues who are way more professional and will do their best to help you. If you rely on eBay, you’re doomed. You won’t know when they’ll suspend your account and you’ll be left off with nothing. However, if you have an inferior product and you are willing to put a ridiculous price tag on it, eBay India will welcome you with open arms.
Stay away from eBay India at any cost if you don’t wish to burn your hands.
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