A complete guide to eBay online shipping and seller registration
With the booming development of e-commerce around the world, more and more people are beginning to use platforms such as eBay for cross-border transactions. This article aims to integrate eBay’s online shipping tutorials and seller registration process to help novice sellers quickly master the necessary skills.
eBay online shipping tutorial
1. Log in to eBay Asia Pacific Logistics Platform
- Enter the homepage of “eBay Asia Pacific Logistics Platform” and click “Log in with eBay ID” to log in to eBay Asia Pacific Logistics Platform.
- First-time users need to click “Register Now” first, and then use eBay Asia Pacific Logistics Platform to ship after completing the registration.
2. Edit package details
1. Chinese and English declaration name
- Confirm to fill in the correct Chinese and English declaration names to avoid illegal characters. The English declaration name is limited to 128 English letters, and the Chinese declaration name is limited to 64 Chinese characters.
2. Item information
- Quantity, total weight, total value and country of origin are required;
- The tariff code is optional and is a product-specific code recorded in the World Customs Organization (wCO) Harmonized System (HS).
3. Package information
- Logistics company is required and you can assign a logistics service provider to the package here.
- Notes on collection and delivery are optional.
- TNT/FedEx package volume is required.
4. Address
- The recipient’s address, the sender’s address and the collection address are required.
5. Remarks
- Buyer notes are automatically obtained from the order and printed on the shipping label according to the buyer’s printing habits.
- Seller’s remarks are optional, and eBay Asia Pacific Logistics Platform will print them on the shipping label according to the seller’s printing habits.
3. Save edit
After finishing editing the order, click the “Save” button to complete the editing.
4. Apply for a parcel tracking number
Click the “Apply for Package Tracking Number” button to apply for a tracking number for the package.
5. Print shipping label
Click “Pending Delivery” under “Delivery Status” in the left sidebar, enter the “Order Information” page, check the items for which shipping labels need to be printed, and then click “Print Shipping Label” above the list .
6. Print declaration list
Postal e-Packet requires printing of declaration list, other logistics service providers do not need to print.
7. Delivery
Click “Pending Delivery” under “Delivery Status” in the left sidebar, enter the “Order Information” page, check the items that need to be shipped, and click “Shipping” at the top of the list.
Become an eBay seller
1. Register eBay account
- Find the “Register” button on the eBay homepage, click and fill in the necessary personal information, including name, address, email address, etc.
- After completing registration, get a unique eBay account.
2. Create a product list
- Provide detailed product information, including product name, description, price, shipping cost, return policy, etc.
- Upload product photos to increase the appeal of your products.
3. Set payment method
- Choose to accept credit card, PayPal, or other payment methods.
- Make sure the payment method you choose meets your needs and your customers’ preferences.
4. Set the transportation method
- Set up appropriate shipping methods, including mail, express or other shipping methods.
- Provide accurate information including shipping methods, shipping costs, and shipping times.
5. Release products
- Select the applicable product list and set information such as starting price and auction time.
6. Become a successful eBay seller
- Provide high-quality products and ensure the authenticity and quality of the products.
- Good customer service and proactive communication with customers.
- Accurate product description, providing as much detail as possible.
- Reasonable pricing strategy, formulated based on market demand and product value.
By following the above steps, you can successfully set up a store and sell items on eBay.
Summary
Whether you are a new seller or an experienced person looking to improve your online selling skills, the above guide provides everything you need to know from registering an account to successfully shipping. By learning these basic skills, you’ll be able to succeed on eBay, one of the world’s largest online trading platforms.