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Tracking info update

Update as of 7/2/25:"We have identified a segment of orders with inaccurate tracking events and are working to update these events with accurate details. For Item Not Received cases where we have been asked to step in and help, we’ll place the case o...

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Ship tip for card games and playing cards

Ship tip: for card games.After taking photos of cards wrap in a paper band to keep them from getting shifted and damaged in shipping. Really adds no weight and arrives neat and organized.

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Save money using Ground Advantage & check the size of boxes you're mailing in! Size Matters!

Hi sellers:In case you're unaware, size matters for USPS Ground Advantage shipping. On eBay's shipping page, it states:https://www.ebay.com/sellercenter/shipping/choosing-a-carrier-and-service/usps-and-ebay-labels Ground Advantage™ CubicCubic rates w...

The BIG question, to use FRAGILE stickers or not!

Tips on whether or not to use FRAGILE stickers. I have heard both ways; 1. That you should to help protect the item, and 2. That it only call for it to be thrown around and draws attention to it to be mistreated. Witch do you recommend, with or witho...

Shipping Concert Posters

Hi! I have a few concert posters that I'm looking to sell, but I have a few questions. In looking for tubes to mail them in, it seems like most of them are only sold in bulk and I would be getting way more than I need. Does anyone have recommendation...

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Shipping 55" antenna mast

So yeah I sold a antenna mast a small pipe 2 inches in Diameter but it's 55 inches long I cannot find anything to ship it in... Could it be shipped without a box?

Shipping a Bicycle/Bike

So, I'm selling a bike and I think I have a potential buyer. Only problem I have is trying to ship it. I always use the eBay Label which is not a problem, but getting a box to fit all of the contents of the bike is a different story. Has anyone else ...

Question how to ship a used scooter battery. Which carrier

Hi,I would like to sell a used scooter battery (lithium ion) like a size of a kindle about 2-3 inch thick. I know there are restrictions or warning label and must be ground ship. So to be on a safe side I went to usps and fed ex to inquire and was to...

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Shipping Funko Pops

I have six Funko Pops I would like to list as a set. Before I do so, I want to know how I should package them for shipping, using a box that fits them with some extra room. Would bubble wrap on the bottom and top of the box and individual wrapping in...

Creative Ways to Cushion Items When Shipping

I have many large LEGO sets I want to sell, but I need to think of a good way to ship them before listing. I have several large boxes, but I still need to cushion the items when shipping.Besides bubble wrap, packing peanuts, and packing pillows, what...

Should I consider shipping this?

So I listed this 63" x 44" x 2" mirror sign for local pickup, however I'm getting a lot of messages from people who are not within driving distance from me that would buy it if I offered shipping. However, with the size and weight ( I haven't actuall...

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Ground advantage shipping

I have to ship an item via ground advantage. The item is around 9.6 x 6 x 1.4 inches and 7 ounces. Can I put it in either an envelope, or a small box? Or can I only use a box? Can I use stamps on this item, if so, how many would be necessary?? And ca...

Packaging Tips for Fragile Items: Let's Share Our Secrets!

Hi everyone! Selling on eBay can be exciting, but packing fragile items securely can be a challenge. Let's share our best practices! What are your go-to materials for packing delicate items? Do you have any creative tips for ensuring safe arrival? Do...

Where to get free or cheap shipping boxes

So I had gotten some priority mail boxes from USPS but the item I want to sell doesnt fit in any of these boxes (the item is too long) So I had to use my own box. However, I need to know exactly where I can go to to get boxes that dont cost me so muc...

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Mailing bags... advice please

I'm considering selling a large quantity of yarn on eBay, which would be best to ship in plastic bags. I've received goods in such bags, but I've never shipped in them, and I'm seeking advice on how to choose the right product. On eBay I see listings...

Show buyers it works before shipping Example Christmas Lights

Tip of the month:I have been doing this for a couple of years. I sell some lighted Christmas items, after it sells I plug it in and snap a photo to send to buyer showing it is in working condition before shipping.I always get a wonderful answer from ...

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