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Created May 6, 2026

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Official announcements, announcements, and important news about eBay. Mainly for commercial sellers.

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👜 Plan your eBay OPEN day! There’s so much to experience.
eBay Open
Dear sellers, On October 15, the time has come — and with the right preparation, you can get even more out of your eBay OPEN day. Of course, your packing list should include your 🎟️ticket,📱phone, 🔋power bank and 👟comfortable shoes. So you can plan out your day well, we’ve published a timetable with all the program items in our eBay OPEN magazine, which you’ll get at check-in. There you can set your personal checkmarks ✅ so you don’t miss anything. After all, there’s plenty to discover: 🎤 presentations and talks, 🎓 masterclasses, 🤝 consultations and seller meet-ups, 🎥 eBay livestreams, partner offers, and lots of opportunities to connect with other sellers. For a first overview, you’ll also find the map shown here. That way you can plan even more precisely where your program items will take place. In addition to the sessions, there will of course also be time for ☕ breaks, the podcast massage chair💺, networking, and a festive end to the day. So: pack your bag, check the timetable ✅, and plan your personal OPEN day. We’re looking forward to seeing you! ❤️ Best regards Your eBay team
de.news@ebayAdmin3 days ago
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🌍 Online webinar: Selling to other EU countries - how the One-Stop-Shop procedure works 🛒
VerkaufenVersandWebinar
Dear sellers, Would you like to expand your eBay business beyond Germany and reach new buyers in other EU countries? Anyone selling goods to various EU countries also needs to deal with VAT processing. The One-Stop-Shop procedure (OSS) can simplify this. In our online webinar on November 6, 2026 from 11:00 to 12:00 , Helen Dieckhöfer from the law firm Dieckhöfer & Partner will explain in a practical and easy-to-understand way how OSS works, who it is relevant for, and what you should keep in mind when using it. There will also be practical tips and answers to frequently asked questions. Also take the opportunity to bring your own questions: You can ask them directly to Helen Dieckhöfer. Join us and get ready for your cross-border trade in the EU! Date: November 6, 2026 Time: 11:00-12:00, including 15 minutes of Q&A Presenter: Ms. Helen Dieckhöfer from Dieckhöfer & Partner Tax Advisory Partnership mbB Where: https://events.zoom.us/ev/AlWr5jy6Q9yNweFz-P4UFcEqVBmOzNEWEkTJEoGUvIrF6KJydAob~AlqkTYepjyb0PGNtIQD02I9xg3JBWk_DY45xOeNm9fJrJwCz7PYOWjIoIw We look forward to welcoming you to the webinar! Kind regards Your eBay team
de.news@ebayAdmin1 week ago
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New podcast episode: One year of eBay Live - learnings and success stories
Dear sellers, Live Commerce gives you the opportunity to present your products in a completely different way, talk directly with buyers, and build a community around your business. But how do you get started? Do you need a professional studio for that? Which products are especially well suited? How much time should you plan for a stream, and which mistakes can you avoid, especially at the beginning? In the new episode of “All top. Happy to do it again!” podcast host Isabell Butterwegge talks with Lara Day, Head of eBay Live, about the lessons learned from the first year and about what has been developed behind the scenes for selling on eBay Live. In addition, three eBay sellers share their practical experience: How has Live changed their business? What have they learned about their buyers? And why can regular streams not only strengthen the community, but also drive additional purchases in the eBay Shop? Curious? Then listen in now! 🎧 Best regards Your eBay team Was the article useful to you? Then don’t forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”. Important links eBay Live eBay for Business on Instagram eBay for Business on Facebook More info about the eBay podcast “All top. Happy to do it again!” and our podcast hosts
de.news@ebayAdmin1 week ago
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Are you ready for Peak Season 2026? With our roadmap, step by step to sales success
Peak Season
Dear sellers, The high-revenue season is approaching. With our Peak Season Roadmap 2026 , we support you in preparing specifically for year-end business and implementing the most important measures at the right time. We guide you through the three phases of Peak Season: 🛍️ Prepare: Review your assortment, optimize your listings, and plan your pricing strategy, shipping options, and capacity early on. 🔎 Optimize and Activate: Increase the visibility of your listings, build trust, and use AI tools to optimize your listings efficiently. 🚀 Increase visibility and sales : Use ads strategically, keep an eye on your performance, and make the most of key sales moments like Singles Day, Black Friday, and Cyber Week. In addition, you’ll find current insights on in-demand categories, practical tips, and an overview of eBay Advertising and voucher campaigns for Peak Season in the roadmap. Get started with the preparation now and use our roadmap for your Peak Season 2026. To the Peak Season roadmap We wish you a successful 4th quarter! Best regards Your eBay Team
de.news@ebayAdmin2 weeks ago
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📦 Create up to 200 shipping labels in bulk for combined orders and individual orders
Versand
Dear sellers, Do you have several orders to ship? Maybe even several orders from one buyer? The new feature lets you create and buy shipping labels for all your orders at once – including your shipping labels for combined orders. You can create up to 200 shipping labels at once . How bundled shipping works 1️⃣ Select orders In Seller Cockpit Pro, go to Orders and then to All orders . There, select the orders you want and click Create shipping label under Shipping . 2️⃣ Combine orders from the same buyer With “Combine orders per buyer” , suitable orders from the same person can be automatically grouped into one shipment. If you only want to combine certain orders, simply select the desired orders and then click “Combine” . 3️⃣ Check combined shipment The grouped shipment is marked as “COMBINED” . There you can see the grouped orders and items as well as the shipping service and price. If needed, you can undo the combination again by clicking “Undo combined shipping” . 4️⃣ Enter package details For combined shipments, enter the weight and dimensions for the entire package and then select the shipping carrier. 5️⃣ Review and pay for shipping labels Before buying, you can review your shipping labels and the total cost once more. After successful payment, the shipping labels for all selected orders – including your combined orders – will be ready to print or download. Important notes: At present, shipping labels are supported only in A4 format . Shipping labels from DHL and Deutsche Post can be bought in bundles directly through the platform. Individual shipping labels from other shipping carriers can also be bought through the platform. Due to EU VAT regulations , certain international orders cannot be combined, even if they come from the same person. Make your business more efficient by creating and printing shipping labels for combined orders at the same time as shipping labels for your other orders. Best regards Your eBay Team
de.news@ebayAdmin2 weeks ago
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The new podcast episode on artificial intelligence and how it can make your workday easier 🤖
Podcast
Dear sellers, Creating product descriptions, answering customer inquiries, analyzing competitors, or repeatedly copying information back and forth between different tools: in e-commerce, there are many tasks that take time and where AI can support you. But which ones exactly? And how do you get started without having to constantly keep up with the latest tool? In the new podcast episode, our host Isabell talks with AI expert and snipKI founder Jens Polomski about how you can meaningfully integrate AI into your day-to-day work. 💡 Among other things, it’s about giving the right context rather than prompting perfectly, which recurring tasks can be simplified with AI, and how AI even opens up possibilities that were previously too time-consuming or simply not economical. Jens Polomski’s tip for getting started is very simple: take a look at your own day-to-day work and ask yourself, what regularly costs you time or annoys you. That’s exactly where AI could support you. 🎧 Curious? Tune in to the new episode now and get inspired for your e-commerce business on how to use AI. Listen now Best regards Your eBay team Was this article helpful to you? Then don’t forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”. Important links eBay for Business on Instagram eBay for Business on Facebook More info on the eBay podcast “All top. Gladly again!” and our podcast hosts
de.news@ebayAdminPosted 3 weeks ago
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JTL-Connect 2026: Meet eBay on October 1st and 2nd, 2026 in Cologne!
Dear sellers, On October 1 and 2, 2026, JTL-Connect brings the e-commerce community together, and eBay will be there with its own booth and eBay Live. The event offers the best opportunity to exchange ideas in person with fellow merchants, take away new impulses for your business, and experience eBay Live on site. Visit us at the eBay booth, come chat with us, and experience the program on the eBay stage. Seven sessions of 25 minutes each are planned there. One of the speakers is multichannel pro Michael Atug. 📍 Where? JTL-Connect in Cologne. XPOST, Gladbacher Wall 5, 50670 Cologne eBay will be represented with its own booth. You’ll also find us at Academy Day in the Chill-Out Lounge in room 6. 📅 When? October 1, 2026, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. October 2, 2026, 9:30 a.m., after-show party on the MS RheinMagie from 6:30 p.m., boarding from 6:00 p.m. 🎟️ How you can be there Get your merchant ticket and use the discount code EVOLVE30 when booking. We look forward to meeting you in Cologne in person. Come by, chat with us, and become part of JTL-Connect 2026! Get your ticket now Best regards Your eBay team Was the article helpful to you? Then don’t forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”.
de.news@ebayAdminPosted 1 month ago
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New podcast episode: Well prepared for Peak Season 2026!
PodcastPeak Season
Dear sellers, In the new episode of our eBay podcast, Lisa talks with Martin Groß-Albenhausen from the German E-Commerce and Mail Order Association (bevh) about the upcoming peak season and how sellers can prepare for it in the best possible way. And these are their topics: Why you should start preparing your listings and marketing campaigns now. Why business is far from over after Black Friday. What role marketplaces, social media, and AI play in product search. How to highlight the value of your products and clearly show buyers the added value, e.g. durability and sustainability - instead of joining the discount battle. Why logistics, customer service, and processes also need to be ready for peak. The entire month of December has gained significantly in importance for Q4. Anyone who lets up on marketing and top offers after Black Weekend could be missing out on valuable sales potential. 🎙️ Listen to the new episode now and start the year-end business well prepared with as little peak stress as possible. Turn on the podcast episode Kind regards Your eBay Team Was the article useful to you? Then don't forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”. Important links eBay for Business on Instagram eBay for Business on Facebook More info on the eBay podcast “Everything top. Again anytime!” and on our podcast hosts
de.news@ebayAdmin1 month ago
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🎄 Peak Season 2026: Start prepared, grow stronger
Peak Season
Dear sellers, Summer, sun, Christmas business! Sounds strange? For many buyers, not anymore: According to our current consumer survey, 23 percent are already thinking about Christmas gifts in late summer. What that means for you: Anyone who starts planning well now will get onto customers’ shortlists sooner and so prepare for growth in Q4. So from September at the latest, it’s worth aligning offers and marketing with peak season. 💰 Value for money wins over customers: For 70 % , a good price-performance ratio is especially important when buying Christmas gifts. 🛒 Marketplaces are the first stop: 65 % of buyers start their product search on online marketplaces like eBay — ahead of search engines (43 %) and brand shops (41 %). 🔎 Good product data matters: 57 % search specifically for particular products. Compelling listings can therefore make all the difference. And depending on the category, different arguments matter: For (refurbished) electronics , warranties and technical specs build trust. For collectibles , condition, authenticity and detailed photos are important. In the fashion category, size information and easy returns, among other things, help with the purchase decision. 🚀 Our tip: Don’t wait until peak season is already underway. Optimise your listings and product data early and plan your marketing activities. Whoever has their products and assortment visible from September at the latest can position themselves early with potential buyers and get off to a successful start in peak season. Download the survey results for free now: Successfully through Peak Season 2026: What matters! * We wish you a successful start to your peak season! Best regards Your eBay team * Representative online survey by Civey on behalf of eBay among 2,500 German citizens* ages 18 and over, 24–25/06/2026
de.news@ebayAdmin1 month ago
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🎙️ 5 years of “Everything great. Gladly again!” and double gold at the Stevie Awards! 🏆
Podcast
Dear sellers, what a wonderful occasion to celebrate: “Everything’s great. Gladly again! The eBay podcast all about news & e-commerce” is turning 5 years old! 🎉 For five years now, we’ve been providing you and everyone who wants to stay informed about e-commerce updates and news at eBay every other Wednesday with know-how, fresh perspectives, and inspiration for your business. So far, 113 episodes have been created with lots of great guests, industry insiders, e-commerce experts, and colleagues from a wide variety of eBay teams. And for the anniversary, there’s even more reason to be happy: in 2026, our podcast was not only awarded the German Podcast Award as Best Brand & Branded Podcast , but also two gold German Stevie Awards ! 🏆 Gold – Best branded podcast or best segment 🏆 Gold – Interview/Talk Show But the nicest award of all is and remains you, our listeners. A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who has been with us for five years, tunes in regularly, discovers new episodes, and lets themselves be inspired by our guests and topics. You make this podcast what it is. And of course, it keeps going: every other Wednesday there’s a new episode with insights, experiences, and ideas around retail and e-commerce. 🎧 Where can you listen to “Everything’s great. Gladly again!”? On all the usual streaming platforms and, of course, directly in the eBay Community: 🎧 eBay Community 🎧 Apple Podcasts 🎧 Spotify 🎧 Deezer 🎧 YouTube 🎧 RTL+ Here’s to the next exciting conversations, new impulses, and many more episodes! Everything’s great? Gladly again! Your eBay team
de.news@ebayAdminPosted 1 month ago
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Win 2 tickets to eBay OPEN + 2 nights' accommodation!
eBay Open
Dear sellers, we look forward to seeing you in Berlin at the eBay OPEN – the highlight event of the year. Join us on Instagram! We’re giving away 3x 2 tickets, including 2 nights’ accommodation. Here’s how to enter the giveaway: Follow us on Instagram: @ebayforbusiness_deutschland . Like the giveaway post . Comment with your eBay shop name and tell us why you definitely want to go to eBay OPEN this year. The giveaway ends on September 13, 2026. Don’t hesitate and take part! The winners will be announced on Monday, September 14, 2026 via the comments on the giveaway post. We will also inform the lucky winners via the comments. Eligible to participate are commercial eBay sellers residing in Germany who are 18 years or older. You can find the full terms and conditions here . We’d be happy if you take part in the giveaway, and we’re keeping our fingers crossed for you! Best regards Your eBay team Was this article helpful to you? Then don’t forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”.
de.news@ebayAdmin1 month ago
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5 reasons why you shouldn’t miss eBay OPEN 2026 in Berlin 🎉
eBay Open
Dear sellers, the eBay Seller Community comes together at eBay OPEN on October 15, 2026 . The biggest retailer event of the year is the opportunity to meet the eBay teams and eBay partners, connect with e-commerce experts, and exchange ideas and learn from other sellers. Why should you be there? Here are 5 good reasons : 1️⃣ New growth opportunities for your business 🚀 Discover new ways to reach more buyers, tap into international markets, and increase the visibility of your listings. Get to know new selling formats like eBay Live and learn how you can use eBay Ads to unlock additional potential for your business. 2️⃣ Practice instead of theory 🛠️ At eBay OPEN, it’s all about trying things out yourself instead of just listening. Test live selling, discover new tools, and learn how AI can support you with daily tasks . In different topic areas, you can find out directly which solutions fit your business. 3️⃣ A community that knows your challenges 🤝 Meet other eBay sellers, share experiences, and learn from one another. What works for others? What experiences have they had? And what would they do differently today? Take the opportunity to bring home new perspectives and contacts that will stay with you even after eBay OPEN. 4️⃣ Direct exchange with eBay experts 💬 Bring your specific questions for the 1:1 exchange with eBay experts in the topic and partner areas. 5️⃣ Business by day. Good vibes by night. 🎉 eBay OPEN is more than just a conference day: look forward to business inspiration, exchange, and networking ... and a live band – and then good food, drinks, and festival vibes with a DJ. At the eBay Awards , we celebrate special successes of our sellers together in the evening. 🏆✨ Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind seller event. Be there and celebrate with us. 📍 Where? Uber Eats Music Hall, Berlin 🗓️ When? October 15, 2026 | 9:00–22:00 🎟️ Ticket: €49 net 🎁 Bonus: at least €100 credit for ads with premium strategy* 👉 Get your ticket now We look forward to seeing you! Best regards Your eBay team Was this article helpful to you? Then don’t forget to bookmark it and recommend it to others with a “thumbs up”.
de.news@ebayAdminPosted 1 month ago
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👜 Plan your eBay OPEN day! There’s so much to experience.

🌍 Online webinar: Selling to other EU countries - how the One-Stop-Shop procedure works 🛒

New podcast episode: One year of eBay Live - learnings and success stories

Are you ready for Peak Season 2026? With our roadmap, step by step to sales success

📦 Create up to 200 shipping labels in bulk for combined orders and individual orders

The new podcast episode on artificial intelligence and how it can make your workday easier 🤖

JTL-Connect 2026: Meet eBay on October 1st and 2nd, 2026 in Cologne!

New podcast episode: Well prepared for Peak Season 2026!

🎄 Peak Season 2026: Start prepared, grow stronger

🎙️ 5 years of “Everything great. Gladly again!” and double gold at the Stevie Awards! 🏆

Win 2 tickets to eBay OPEN + 2 nights' accommodation!

5 reasons why you shouldn’t miss eBay OPEN 2026 in Berlin 🎉