I just got the Boot from Ebay also about an Hour ago for the Feedback manipulation. I was a buyer and a seller but they suspended me for the seller part. They didn't even give me a warning. They went straight to the point. I am really Ticked Off. I sent them a email to the Appeals Department just now and hopefully they reinstate me. I had my listings starting at 1 cent and they usually have bids up to $.75 . Yeah I make couple cents profits after paypal fees every now and then LOL.
This was the message I got:
"This email is to notify you that your account has been indefinitely suspended from eBay for violating the following policy:
* Feedback Manipulation - Feedback left or received where the feedback’s primary value is to artificially enhance a member’s reputation rather than provide commentary on genuine transactional experience is not permitted. Taking actions that may unduly influence whether a member leaves or withdraws Feedback is also prohibited. In addition, taking actions that limits or attempts to influence the type of Feedback left are also not permitted.
This action has been taken as a result of the following:
160220289773, 160220290754, 160220291393, 160220291935, 160220292532, 160220292959, 160220293543, 160220293870, 160220294943, 160220295248, 160220295515, 160220295810, 160220296118, 160220296344, 160220296907, 160220297700
The above was found to be in violation of the following feedback policy:
Feedback Manipulation - Artificial Inflation of Feedback
More information regarding eBay's rules for leaving feedback can be found at:
Feedback Manipulation
Please be advised that you are prohibited from using eBay in any way, including using other existing accounts or registering new accounts. Please be aware that you are ineligible to apply for reinstatement for a minimum period of 12 months, after which time your account may be considered for reinstatement.
Please note that any seller fees due to eBay will immediately become due and payable. eBay will charge any amounts you have not previously disputed to the billing method currently on file.
Regards,
Safeharbor Department
eBay Inc."