Increase your chances of capturing buyers’ attention—and sales—by adding up to 24 free photos to your listings. Available now for desktop, mobile, and the eBay App. Learn more.
Here are some tips to ensure your pictures look their best for buyers
- Set your item against a plain white or neutral backdrop, If you’re shooting a shiny or reflective item like a piece of jewelry, a black background may work better
- Use a tripod to keep the camera steady for clear, sharp photos. If you don’t have a tripod, place the camera on a flat surface and use the shutter timer to eliminate any motion
- Avoid using a flash, which can cause shadows, reflections, hot spots, and grayness
- Photos need to be at least 500 pixels on the longest side but we recommend you aim for 800-1600 pixels. Our photo uploader can take images up to 7 MB in size.
- Capture images of the top, bottom, and sides of your item with detailed closeups. Also, include photos that clearly show any flaws, scratches, or other imperfections.
- Don’t overlay text such as “Free postage” or seller logos. That kind of information should go in your title, subtitle, or item description.
