Feedback on eBay is the reputation of buyers and sellers. It's more important for sellers to have a high feedback rating. In order to become a powerseller on eBay, you have to have at least 98% positive feedback rating. But some surveys show that many buyers prefer to buy from sellers with 99% or more feedback rating.
Let's start with basics. If you are new to eBay, you should start with reading another post I made about eBay Feedback to learn the basics of eBay Feedback System.
How to leave feedback on eBay?
- Click on the My eBay button at the top of any eBay page.
- Click on the "Feedback" link under "My Account" on the left-hand side of the page.
- Click on the Leave Feedback button.
From this page, you will be able to leave feedback for other members you've had a transaction with during the past 90 days, as well as visit your Member Profile page where you can review and respond to feedback left about you.
If you need to leave eBay feedback for a transaction that is more than 90 days old, you may do so using the "single transaction form" link located on the Leave Feedback page. Remember, eBay only commits to items being available for 90 days, so if it is greater than 90 days you may not be able to leave feedback.
Why Leaving Feedback on eBay is so important?
Every sellers has its own way of leaving feedback on eBay. Some leave a positive feedback after receiving the payment, and some wait till the buyer leaves one.
As a buyer, maybe you don't care about leaving or receiving a feedback. But remember every feedback is important for sellers.
Contact the seller before leaving a negative or neutral feedback
It is very important to understand that a negative or neutral feedback can hurt the seller's business for good. Almost all sellers are willing to work with you and help with the problems occured during the transaction. Remember everybody can make mistakes, and there are some mistakes and problems which sellers are not responsible. But if you are not happy with the whole transaction, first contact the seller, wait for an answer, then decide leaving a neutral or negative feedback. This is a common problem especially with new buyers to eBay.
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