Ebay false advertising policy

1. What is eBay policy on fake items?
2. What happens if you sell something fake on eBay?
3. What gets you banned from eBay?
4. How do I report misleading on eBay?
5. Will eBay refund you for fake items?
6. Do people make fake offers on eBay?
7. Does eBay punish sellers?
8. What happens if you unknowingly sell a fake item?
9. Can eBay permanently ban you?
10. Can eBay ban you for life?
11. What is a serious violation of eBay?
12. Can eBay force you to pay?
13. Can I sell fake items on eBay if you say it's fake?
14. Can I get a refund for fake goods?
15. What happens if you return a fake item?
16. How do I report someone to eBay?
17. Can you report an eBay seller to the police?

What is eBay policy on fake items?

We don't allow counterfeit items or unauthorized copies to be listed on eBay. Items sold using a brand name or a brand logo must be original and made by the brand or manufactured on their behalf. Software, music, movies and other media must be original and not unauthorized copies.

What happens if you sell something fake on eBay?

Penalties for eBay Counterfeit Items

If you infringe on a trademark and sell items that bear a symbol or logo without permission, you could also find yourself facing a civil lawsuit from the trademark owner. The most serious consequences for selling counterfeit goods on eBay, however, are criminal penalties.

What gets you banned from eBay?

Holds, restrictions, or suspensions are usually placed on accounts for one of the following reasons: You have eBay fees to pay. You need to reimburse eBay for a refund it made to your buyer. You have violated one of eBay's rules or policies.

How do I report misleading on eBay?

Go to the listing and choose Report item, which you'll find next to the description and postage and payment options. Select the reason from the dropdown menu, then Continue. On the next page, fill in any extra information, and select Send.

Will eBay refund you for fake items?

If a listing says the item is authentic, but you receive a counterfeit item, report it to eBay and ask for a refund.

Do people make fake offers on eBay?

Buying products through eBay is usually straightforward, but some scammers work to defraud innocent people who are just trying to get a good deal. Remember that if an offer looks too good to be true, it probably is.

Does eBay punish sellers?

Everyone benefits so long as buyers and sellers alike trust the eBay marketplace. All of the above practices put trust at risk, so eBay restricts sales or suspends sellers entirely when they occur.

What happens if you unknowingly sell a fake item?

In the U.S., it's illegal for a person to sell counterfeit merchandise. Both state and federal laws prohibit this type of conduct. If you knowingly sell or intend to sell a fake item, you could be sentenced to years in prison and/or be ordered to pay steep fines.

Can eBay permanently ban you?

Avoid creating new eBay accounts to get around the suspension. It's technically possible to outsmart eBay, but if your first account got suspended for violating their terms, it's likely your new ebay account will get suspended as well. If eBay catches you doing this, they'll permanently ban you from their platform.

Can eBay ban you for life?

If you cannot provide eBay, Amazon, or whichever site you are using, with an invoice from one of those authorized dealers, in most cases, you will not be able to sell those items. In some cases, you may even be shut down and or banned for life from using that site.

What is a serious violation of eBay?

Violation of one of eBay's rules and policies, including the following: Using stock images or manufacturers' photos in your listings. Selling prohibited items, such as alcohol. Selling items that infringe upon someone's intellectual property. Shipping orders late or uploading tracking information late.

Can eBay force you to pay?

What is the policy? When a buyer commits to buy something on eBay - by winning an auction, agreeing to an offer with a seller, or selecting Buy It Now in a listing - they are obligated to complete the purchase by sending full payment to the seller.

Can I sell fake items on eBay if you say it's fake?

We don't allow counterfeit items or unauthorised copies to be listed on eBay. Items sold using a brand name or a brand logo must be original and made by the brand or manufactured on their behalf.

Can I get a refund for fake goods?

You have the legal right to a refund if you've bought something that's fake or counterfeit. You can also report the seller to Trading Standards or report the seller for fraud. Trading Standards might take legal action against the seller, but they can't help you to get your money back.

What happens if you return a fake item?

If returned, sellers will simply deny it is counterfeit and sell it to another unsuspecting consumer. Dispute the purchase and request a refund from the seller or website. If a refund is denied; notify your credit card company that you have retained the counterfeit product and are disputing the charge.”

How do I report someone to eBay?

You can also report a buyer from your Sold items list - opens in new window or tab. Choose Leave feedback from the dropdown menu next to the item, and then select Report buyer. We take all reports seriously, but please make sure your claims are accurate. Learn more about false reporting of policy violations.

Can you report an eBay seller to the police?

If you've been defrauded by a seller on eBay or have reason to believe you have discovered stolen goods, we strongly encourage you to contact your local police to report the incident and ensure that you obtain a crime reference number.