How does eBay detect counterfeit items?

The new eBay Authenticate initiative will allow buyers or sellers to send any items purchased off the site to an expert authenticator, who will be able to verify that the item is legitimate before sending on to the buyer.

Does eBay care about counterfeit items?

We don’t allow counterfeit items or unauthorized copies to be listed on eBay.

How do you prove authenticity on eBay?

From listed to sold

1. From listed to sold. You list your item.
2. You ship it. Once a buyer purchases your item, you.
3. It’s authenticated. After receiving the item, authenticators check it against the listing description, perform a multi-point inspection, and then ship it with a unique authentication card or tag.
4. It’s delivered.

How does eBay handle counterfeit?

If the merchandise is fake, report the listing to eBay and let them take action to enforce their policies. Your purchase is covered by the eBay Guarantee, which entitles you to receive your money back if the item you receive doesn’t match what is listed.

What happens if you sell a fake item on eBay?

Selling a counterfeit item is fraud and can be prosecuted. If eBay did not do anything they are liable because it is their platform. They take it very seriously and hand out strikes to accounts for copyright and counterfeit items a lot. Usually a quick suspension followed up by the ban hammer if happens multiple times.

How accurate is eBay authentication?

Then, the authenticator conducts a multi-point inspection to ensure, under no uncertain terms, that the item is precisely what it’s supposed to be and 100\% real. After passing the inspection, the item is given a unique authentication card or tag to verify its authenticity.

How long does it take eBay to authenticate?

After you purchase your eligible item, it is sent to eBay’s authentication partner, who will inspect your item within two business days of receipt. Once authenticity is verified, the item will be shipped to you with three-day delivery, covered by eBay.