What happens if you get ripped off on eBay?
eBay Money Back Guarantee covers most transactions on eBay. It means buyers can get their money back if an item didn’t arrive, is faulty or damaged, or doesn’t match the listing.
Are you covered if you get scammed on eBay?
An eBay money-back guarantee protects buyers from fraudulent sellers, save for some exclusions. The following is a list of items that are not covered, which means the seller can accept payment, fail to send the item, and then you as the buyer have no recourse through the eBay website.
Can you get ripped off selling on eBay?
Contrary to popular belief, sellers on eBay are just as prone to being ripped off as buyers are, so when you’re selling your used gear on eBay, it’s important to have all of your bases covered so that a buyer doesn’t try to come back and rip you off using some sort of clever loophole.
Who is responsible for damaged eBay item?
the seller
Especially if the seller doesn’t pack it properly and it’s damaged in shipping, it’s his problem. It’s the seller’s responsibility to get it to you safely. You don’t have to file any claims with the carrier; it’s the seller’s responsibility and if he won’t take care of it, eBay will make him so long as you ask.
Will eBay refund your money?
You’re eligible for the eBay Money Back Guarantee when you contact the seller within 30 days of actual or estimated delivery date of the item. What happens when I ask eBay to step in? If you haven’t received an item, we usually refund your money immediately via PayPal.
Can the police get involved with eBay?
We are committed to keeping eBay a safe place to shop and will always assist in a criminal investigation and, in accordance with our privacy policies, will appropriately provide evidence to law enforcement and give evidence in court where necessary.
What do I do if my eBay buyer wants a refund?
Refunding the buyer. When you agree to give the buyer their money back, or once you receive the returned item, you’ll need to issue their refund within 2 business days. To do this, go to the case in your Returns dashboard – opens in new window or tab and choose Refund buyer.
Do eBay sellers ship before payment?
Some won’t ship until the funds are in their checking account. As long as the buyer has paid and Ebay says its time to ship, you can ship.
Did you get ripped off by an eBay seller (nospartsnow)?
Yes, I just got ripped off by an Ebay seller (nospartsnow). I paid, he shipped, USPS misdelivered, thats it. No hugs or kisses; just nothing. That $43.60 is gone and this seller could care less. I didn’t contract with the Post Office (although I paid for shipping + item) so I have no claim with the USPS. Seller got paid immediately thru Paypal.
How common are rip offs like this on eBay?
Rip offs like this are very common on eBay. It’s happened to me several times. However eBay is always reluctant to help a buyer over it’s sellers because eBay only makes money from seller in all sorts of fees! The don’t get one cent from buyers!
What happens when a buyer files a complaint on eBay?
One word of CAUTION: ALL COMMENTS that a buyer enters when submitting a complaint (using ebay’s “contact us” form in their Resolution Center) will be sent directly to the seller – not just ebay customer service.
Can a buyer be ripped off by a seller?
As others have suggested, it’s nearly impossible for a buyer to be “ripped off” by a seller if the buyer follows the protocol. And sice you have 1130 FB, I am sure you know what that is. Have you been ripped off by a seller? 02-14-2015 09:03 AM The more appropriate question these days is “Have you ever been ripped off by a buyer?”