Is This eBay Deal Legit?
Before you place a bid, run a quick safety check. We analyze seller feedback, pricing, and item details to help you avoid getting ripped off on eBay.
For example: `https://www.ebay.com/itm/1234567890`
What We Check For
- Ebay seller trustworthiness (account age, rating, activity)
- Fake product indicators (copied images, review floods)
- Counterfeit or manipulated reviews
- Pricing anomalies (too low/high)
- Price comparison vs similar Ebay listings
- Suspicious payment methods (Western Union, WhatsApp, gift cards)
- Shipping problems (delays, non-Prime)
- Reverse image search for stolen or stock photos
- Customer complaints from Reddit, BBB, or forums
- Legal disputes & complaints
How It Works
Enter an eBay Listing URL
Copy and paste the URL of the eBay item you’re interested in.
Click “Start Scan”
We instantly fetch the seller’s feedback score, account age, and transaction history.
Our system analyzes the price and description for signs of a scam and cross-references the seller against community-driven scam databases.
Get a detailed report
Our report flags risky listings and confirms legitimate ones, helping you make a safe choice.
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About eBay Scam Listing Checker
eBay is a goldmine for amazing finds, but be wary of scams. Our eBay Scam Detector identifies the red flags in a listing before you bid or purchase.
Top Red Flags That We Look For
- "Too Good to Be True" Pricing: If something is promoted at 50-70% off value, it's too good to be true.
- Fuzzy Photos & Vague Descriptions: Scammers often use stock images for used products or vague descriptions that don't describe.
- Brand New Sellers with Hot Items: A seller who just joined last week and is listing a brand new, high-demand item is highly suspicious.
Buyer Reputation Matters
We automatically reveal to you the seller's feedback score, the number of transactions they've completed, and how long they've been selling on eBay. We automatically alert you to sellers that want to take your payment outside of eBay's system (such as Wire, Zelle, or gift cards), something that invalidates your buyer protection. A legitimate seller will always maintain communication and even payments through eBay.
How It Works
Simply enter the URL of the listing on eBay. We will give you a detailed due diligence report, like "Established seller with 99% positive feedback. Low risk." or "Warning: New seller with 0 feedback. Price is suspiciously low. High risk." That's research for you, so that you can buy smarter, not riskier.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the biggest eBay red flags?
Brand-new sellers, massive discounts, "used" stock photography, wishy-washy descriptions, and off-platform requests to pay.
Do you consider zero feedback to be a dealbreaker?
No alone. Zero feedback combined with high-value merchandise or rush strategy is risky! ask questions, request additional photos, and take it slow.
Can you tell if listing photos are stolen?
We look for stock-style images and reuse patterns. For valuables, request serial-number or custom photos.
The seller wants Zelle or wire. What now?
Don’t do it. You’ll lose eBay’s buyer protections. Insist on eBay checkout.
Safer than Buy It Now auctions?
Same risk. Highlight seller history, pictures, correct pricing, and safeguards of the marketplace.