Extracts of this report has been re-published here with prior permission of MakeUseOf.
eBay is a great idea on paper, and I’ve had good experiences using the site, but the growing prevalence of eBay scammers has turned it into a shady marketplace. I don’t feel safe on eBay anymore.
But sometimes you don’t have a choice. As a buyer, some items can only be found on eBay, and as a seller, eBay might be the most profitable platform for you to sell on. If you must use eBay, then you must be wary of eBay scams.
Here are the most common eBay scams to know about: three as a buyer, six as a seller, and one that applies to all eBay users.
