Applying to sell sex toys on ebay

ebabe · #1 06-01-2017

I want to sign up to apply, but im wondering what will they require from me after I request to apply. Has anyone applied for this? What did they require from you?

Iv been on ebay since 2011, Top rated, 100% feedback, over 1000 feedbacks

But my account is stealth , has been since 2011

JamesNorth101 · #2 06-01-2017

I thought that they were banned on eBay?

ebabe · #3 06-01-2017

Chatted to an ebay rep today, said they are allowed as long as you are pre-approved , its a new category they have now

JamesNorth101 · #4 06-01-2017

It may be worth asking them what you need to get approved

GreenBean · #5 06-01-2017

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Originally Posted by JamesNorth101

I thought that they were banned on eBay?

Nope.

If you walk the walk and talk the talk, you can sell them.

ebabe · #6 06-01-2017

well being that im stealth, I dont want them requesting something that will expose me possibly... thats when Im asking, anyone know what they will ask for?

MM78 · #7 06-01-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

well being that im stealth, I dont want them requesting something that will expose me possibly... thats when Im asking, anyone know what they will ask for?

This is just a guess....but they may ask for receipts or invoices.....and that can be fixed easy.

slokor · #8 06-01-2017

Instead of risking your main account why not start a new account and apply with that one just to see what the process entails? Better safe then sorry.

rsot · #9 06-01-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

Chatted to an ebay rep today, said they are allowed as long as you are pre-approved , its a new category they have now

Then it makes sense to find out what is needed for "Pre-approval"...

ebabe · #10 06-02-2017

Im sure if they ask for anything that makes me uncomfortable, I can just say iv changed my business plan we wont be planning to sell such items now.

As far as making another account, I only have one account. I feel that creating a new account will just complicate things , I dont want to wake the dog

MM78 · #11 06-02-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

As far as making another account, I only have one account. I feel that creating a new account will just complicate things , I dont want to wake the dog

lol, well your not going to make a new account and tell them its you.....you make a separate account, completely stealth.....then find out what they are asking, then you will know...it's that simple.

JamesNorth101 · #12 06-02-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

Im sure if they ask for anything that makes me uncomfortable, I can just say iv changed my business plan we wont be planning to sell such items now.

I just think that they will ask for all the normal things. Invoices, stock confirmation etc.

There isn't any harm in asking

Henny XO · #13 06-02-2017

Have you tried just listing your products in the Adult Only section? I used to sell massive amounts of adult products in that section years ago and never had to apply for anything.

Play · #14 06-02-2017

I would presume the process is super simple. Just fill out the form expressing your interest to sell in this category and mention in the comments you have understood their policy and will adhere to it.

Thorough information, including the policy surrounding this topic can be found here: WARNING EBAY LINK (https://pages.ebay.co.uk/help/polici...tml#guidelines)

The same process applies to those selling in other closed categories such as e-cigs etc.

**TGMT²** · #15 06-03-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

Applying to sell sex toys on ebay

Every time I see this thread it reminds me of this joke..

DEAR CUSTOMER:

THANK YOU FOR YOUR RECENT ORDER FROM OUR SEX TOYS SHOP.

YOU ASKED FOR THE LARGE RED TOY AS FEATURED ON OUR WALL DISPLAY.

PLEASE SELECT ANOTHER ITEM BECAUSE THAT IS OUR FIRE EXTINGUISHER.

I cleaned it up a bit, maybe it's still funny?

JamesNorth101 · #16 06-03-2017

Still funny but I do want to hear the non clean version....

ebabe · #17 06-04-2017

Thanks for all your input, im going to apply tomorrow, then see what else they ask for. They told me it takes about three weeks to get approved. ill update you

rsot · #18 06-04-2017

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Originally Posted by ebabe

Thanks for all your input, im going to apply tomorrow, then see what else they ask for. They told me it takes about three weeks to get approved. ill update you

Best of luck

ebabe · #19 06-17-2017

I got an email from ebay today. They would like to speak to me in relation to the application

Not sure what questions they will ask me

They want to know what is the best time to call, of course the number on my account is a redirect service that goes to my mobile phone.

gadgetman · #20 08-15-2017

ebabe, how did you get on with the application?

I've got my call with them tomorrow to get approval to sell sex toys on eBay UK.

dallis · #21 08-17-2017

Tell them it's your personal favorite and offer to send them one for free

ZIA · #22 02-04-2018

Ebabe or gadgetman how did you get on? I would like to list in the e cig category and would like to know if ebay do any further checks on you and what questions they ask over the phone? I am just worries ebay will look into my personal details and i will get found out. Any help wouldbe much appreciated.