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Advertising with Classified Ads

Classified Ads are available in only a few categories such as the services and franchises category as a means to advertise your item and generate multiple sales leads. This unique format does not enable buyers and sellers to transact online through eBay and is not available for eBay Feedback. However, if the ad has a Best Offer option, you can transact online through eBay.

Classified Ads have the following features:
  • List your asking price. No bidding takes place.

  • Interested buyers fill out a contact form, and their information is sent to you.

  • Revise item description in your listing at any time while it is still active.

Rules

The seller must treat the buyer's contact information in full compliance with eBay's Privacy Policy. This policy prohibits sharing the buyer's information with third parties as well as use of the buyer's information for any purpose other than communicating with the buyer about the item, unless expressly permitted to do so by the buyer. Failure to comply with this policy can result in the seller's suspension or expulsion from the eBay community.

Classified Ads with Best Offer

The Classifieds with Best Offer format is a simple eBay selling solution that takes the hassle and upfront cost out of listing your unwanted household items.

Items are listed using the Classified format and must also include Best Offer. Sellers set an advertised price for their item and open it up for offers. Buyers submit their offers for the item, and can submit up to a maximum of three offers. The Seller can then review all offers received, and accept or decline them.

Fees for Classified Ads and Classified with Best Offer vary. Visit the fees page for full information.

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