Is This eBay Email a Scam? How to Tell
eBay scams target both buyers and sellers with fake payment notifications, phishing login pages, and shipping fraud schemes designed to steal money or account access.
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Example Scam Messages
These are examples of fake messages impersonating eBay. Never click links in unsolicited messages.
“eBay: A buyer has paid for your item. Click to view payment details at ebay-payments.com”
“Your eBay account has been limited. Verify your identity to restore access.”
Red Flags to Watch For
- Payment notifications not appearing in your actual eBay account
- Requests to complete transactions outside eBay
- Buyers asking to ship to a different address after payment
- Links to non-ebay.com login pages
Legitimate eBay Contact Info
Visit ebay.com/help or call 1-866-961-9253. Always verify payments directly in your eBay account. Never complete transactions outside the eBay platform.
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