Losing your account is really a bummer. Even when you've been wrongly suspended, Paypal and Ebay are very harsh and unforgiving. This is an article I've found recently that's probably one of the best. Good luck and add comments / tips please!
Have you had your account suspended by ebay without just cause? Don't worry, you're not the only one. Ebay uses many automated systems that often flag or suspend accounts without good reason, leaving you in the dust. Are you looking to open a new account, and make sure that it doesn't get shut down again? Here's how...
Things You'll Need:
- Internet access
- Email account
- Gift Card (Visa or MC)
1
Clear your
computer completely... this includes cookies, browsing, cache, etc. Then, download a new browser. If you haven't already, try Firefox or Opera. Ebay tracks their users with many different methods, including your browser; downloading a new browser will help ensure that Ebay is unable to track your old activity. You might want to consider using an alternate online auction web site, as eBay has gotten a bit too big for its britches in most recent years.
2
Change your
IP address. This can often be accomplished by contacting your ISP or by resetting your
internet connection. This process varies from ISP to ISP but is absolutely necessary. IP address is one of the most common ways that ebay catches old account users who have switched to a new account. You may have to leave your
computer's router unplugged overnight or longer, but eventually, you will get a new IP address, which is your ticket to freedom.
3
It's time to create a new account! It is highly recommended that you obtain a PO Box to register your accounts under. This means you will need a new email address, new ebay screen name, new
phone number (pre paid phone), new Pay Pal account, new everything. Don't use your old auctiva account, or your old image hosting account. Don't EVER attempt to log into your old account using your new "clean" browser, or Ebay will flag your account. Don't use any of your old information (name, address, etc.) or your new account will be flagged before you know it.
4
Set up a new Pay Pal account. When setting your new account, be sure to use separate banking information, and set it up with a pre-paid gift card. These are available at Walmart for $25, and you can use the card for purchases once you have associated it with your PayPal Account. Keep in mind that Ebay and Pay Pal are absolutely linked, and do exchange information back and forth, so use caution when inputting any information into either one of their systems.
5
Once your account is set up and confirmed, begin selling slowly, with small items, and gradually build yourself up to selling more items and higher priced items. Do not jump back into large sales, or expensive items or your account will be scrutinized and possibly cancelled again. Start slowly, and get back up to your usual sales, and you'll be good as new in no time. Good Luck!
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They also got a free forum which is the biggest online that's updated daily with new info
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ReplyDeleteGood luck you all!