Our guides below cover everything you need to get started, from registering your account to finding and paying for your items.
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You can create and customise your account in minutes. Once you've set up your account, you can buy, sell, send messages to other eBay members, and leave feedback.
How to use searchWhether you're browsing, looking for a specific item, a seller, or an eBay Store, our search tools help you find what you're looking for—and help you keep track of it.
How buying worksYou can bid on items in an auction, you can buy the item straight away with Buy It Now, or you may be able to make an offer to the seller.
Paying for itemsFind out how you can pay for items, the payment methods sellers can accept, and how to troubleshoot if you have any problems paying.
Your purchase historyYou can track and manage all the items you’ve bought on eBay in your purchase history. It’s also the place to go if you need to find past orders, contact a seller, leave feedback, and more.