FAQs
A: Your eBay listings may not be getting views due to poor keyword optimization, unattractive listing titles, low-quality images, or incorrect item categorization. Improve these areas to increase visibility.
How do new sellers get views on eBay? ›
Contents
- Optimize eBay Listing Titles.
- Upload As Many High Quality Images as Possible.
- Offer Free Shipping.
- Offer Promotions on Your eBay Store.
- Upload Products to the Correct Category.
Why is my promoted eBay listing not getting any views? ›
You're a new seller, no selling feedback and some buyers are a little leery of new sellers. If there are no views, just means no one has looked at the listing yet. Just because it's being promoted, it doesn't mean all buyers will see the listings.
How long does it take to get views on eBay listing? ›
How long does it take for a new listing to appear in search results? As per the eBay User Agreement, it can take up to 24 hours for a new listing to show up in Search results. “Your listing may not be immediately searchable by keyword or category for several hours (or up to 24 hours in some circ*mstances).
Why is my listing not selling? ›
Overpricing is the number one reason sellers have difficulty finding a buyer. If the listing looks overpriced compared to similar properties in the area, buyers won't bother checking it out! Is the average price per square foot in alignment with the area? Are value-boosting features clearly and prominently called out?
Why am I getting no views on my eBay items? ›
If your eBay listings are getting no views, one of the primary reasons might be SEO compliance. As an e-commerce seller, you might be familiar with Search Engine Optimization (SEO). Unless you post your listing with eBay's SEO in mind, it will be very difficult to have your listing on top of the search results.
How to beat eBay algorithm? ›
Here are some more recommendations for improving your Best Match ranking:
- Create complete and accurate listings.
- Select the right selling format.
- List in the right category.
- Provide all your selling terms.
- Keep a positive selling history.
Why are views so low on eBay? ›
If it is not being viewed there are three reasons. (1) No one wants it, (2) Your in a category that has 10,000 or more listings and no one wants to search that far to see yours, or (3) Your prices are higher than other sellers.
Why can no one see my listing on eBay? ›
The listing needs to be active to be pulled into our search results. If your listing is active, and it's been 24 hours, here are some quick checks you can do: Make sure you didn't misspell anything or run two words together in the item's title.
Does promoting your listing on eBay really work? ›
Promoted Listings aren't a shortcut to eBay success. There is absolutely no point in paying to promote an un-optimised listing. So before you consider testing eBay Promoted Listings, you must ensure your listings are fully optimised.
How to improve impressions
- List new items every day. ...
- Try an eBay promoted listings campaign. ...
- Use keywords to attract views. ...
- Ship fast and free (whenever possible) ...
- Remove negative reviews. ...
- Get eBay Top Rated Seller status.
How to be more visible on eBay? ›
Include high-quality pictures of your item
- Take high quality photos that will showcase your item.
- Photograph your item at different angles.
- Include photos of any scratches, flaws, or other parts of your item that a buyer would want to see.
- Don't add borders or text to your photos.
How often does eBay update views? ›
Ebay now sets views and watchers every 30 days. However, if you click on views (if you're on your laptop or PC) you can set your views from 30 days up to 2 years. It's the same on your phone. So you set the time length that works for your shop.
Why are sellers leaving eBay? ›
The platform's dispute resolution process is heavily biased towards buyers, leaving sellers vulnerable to unwarranted claims and refunds, and often resulting in lost profits and damaged reputation.
How to sell 100 items a day on eBay? ›
How do I make daily sales on eBay
- Each day, add additional items to the list.
- Try a campaign for eBay promoted listings.
- Use keywords to drive traffic.
- Fast and free shipping is always available.
- Get rid of bad ratings.
- Become a Top Rated Seller on eBay.
Is eBay losing customers? ›
Its total number of customers has fallen sharply to 132 million, down from 163 million in 2020. Sales slid to $9.8 billion last year, down from $10.3 billion in 2020. It also swung to a loss last year, posting $1.3 billion in net losses, as it invests in authentication and other initiatives.
How do new sellers get sales on eBay? ›
How to increase eBay sales: 16 expert tips
- Create a compelling About Me page. ...
- List new designs or products regularly. ...
- Pick the right keywords for your niche. ...
- Provide good listing titles and descriptions. ...
- Use high-quality images. ...
- Offer great customer service. ...
- Get Top Rated Seller status. ...
- Consider free shipping.
How does eBay work for new sellers? ›
We charge two main types of selling fees: an insertion fee when you create a listing, and a final value fee when your item sells. For a monthly subscription, you can run your own eBay Store. The fees and benefits vary depending on the type of Store subscription you choose.
How do I promote my listing as a new seller on eBay? ›
Promoting your listings helps your items stand out among billions of listings across eBay and reach more buyers to drive more sales. You can promote your listings from the Advertising tab in Seller Hub. After creating a new campaign for promoting your listings, you'll choose a campaign strategy.