Setting up your shipping options: the step-by-step guide
Read this article to learn useful tips on defining the cost and terms of shipping. Follow a complete setup guide to configure shipping options correctly.
How to set shipping exclusions to specific regions
You can exclude certain shipping locations from all your active listings or for specific items. Follow this step-by-step instruction.
Handling time & estimated delivery dates
eBay always shows an estimated delivery date on listings, because buyers want to know when they can expect an item to arrive. If you exceed your handling time and ship items later than stated in your listings, your seller performance may be affected.
When you need signature confirmation
In some cases, the eBay seller should purchase the buyer’s signature to confirm order delivery. Read the article to find out when signature confirmation is required and how it can help both the seller and the buyer.
Delivery date options for sellers
For buyers, knowing when they can expect an item to arrive is an important factor when making a purchase. Delivery time is estimated using eBay's proprietary method which is based on a number of factors. Learn more about what options sellers can control to help manage their buyers' expectations.
Using shipping rate tables
Create shipping rate tables to set your shipping options and costs by region. On listings where you've applied a rate table, buyers see the shipping cost for their address, as well as more accurate delivery estimates.