Why is eBay not letting me list an item?
The item can’t be listed or modified. The title and/or description may contain improper words, or the listing or seller may be in violation of eBay policy. Your listing may contain titles and/or a description which contain illegal words, or your eBay account may not be up to standard to continue listing.
How do I avoid copyright infringement on eBay?
Things to Avoid EBay specifically prohibits the sale of replicas, fakes or counterfeit items, so make sure copyrighted work listed for sale on the site is genuine. If you have questions as to whether or not an item can be sold on eBay, contact the rights-owner or manufacturer first.
Can you sell non authentic items on eBay?
We don’t allow counterfeit items or unauthorized copies to be listed on eBay. Items that bear a company’s official brand name or logo can be listed, as long as the products were lawfully made by, for, or with the consent of that company.
How do you prove authenticity on eBay?
The first step is to check if your item is eligible to be sold on eBay Authenticate by entering the brand, item type, and condition. If your item is eligible, you can then send it into eBay for authentication using a prepaid shipping label.
What is eBay VeRO?
The Verified Rights Owner (VeRO) program allows owners of intellectual property (IP) rights and their authorized representatives to report eBay listings that may infringe on those rights. VeRO embodies our commitment to provide a safe place to buy and sell, which respects property owners’ rights.
Is there copyright on eBay?
eBay’s Copyright Violation Policy According to eBay, “Potentially infringing items may be in violation of certain copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights. So some items are not allowed (even though they may be legal) because they often violate copyright or trademark laws.
What happens if you sell a fake item on eBay?
Selling a counterfeit item is fraud and can be prosecuted. If eBay did not do anything they are liable because it is their platform. They take it very seriously and hand out strikes to accounts for copyright and counterfeit items a lot. Usually a quick suspension followed up by the ban hammer if happens multiple times.
What does unbranded mean on eBay?
It means it is generic, no associated brand. We order and sell a few products that come unbranded and we brand them ourselves.
Is eBay authenticate legit?
This eBay sign is legit… no, really! Under the name eBay Authenticate, the online marketplace will create a network of professional authenticators it can use to verify that Rolex watch you just bought on its site is legit. eBay is starting with a pilot program in the US for top-end handbags.
What can cause a listing to be removed from eBay?
Below are some examples of infringement that may provoke eBay to remove a listing: Trademark – unauthorized use of a brand name, logo, tag line or symbol. Fake items – misrepresentation of products as being made by a different manufacturer.
Why can’t I sell something on eBay?
According to eBay, “Potentially infringing items may be in violation of certain copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights. So some items are not allowed (even though they may be legal) because they often violate copyright or trademark laws.
Can you get in trouble for copyright on eBay?
eBay’s Copyright Violation Policy According to eBay, “Potentially infringing items may be in violation of certain copyrights, trademarks, or other intellectual property rights. So some items are not allowed (even though they may be legal) because they often violate copyright or trademark laws.
Why can’t I use a property’s logo on eBay?
It’s a simple principle, really—if you don’t have approval from the property owner to use their brand name, logo, pictures or text, then avoid them at all cost. If you do not comply with these rules, eBay will remove your listing, and may eventually limit your buying/selling privileges or suspend your account.