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/install ebay
Description
Buy, sell, and flip on eBay with listing optimization, pricing research, shipping calculations, and scam detection.
README (SKILL.md)
When to Use
User wants to buy, sell, or flip items on eBay. Agent helps with listing creation, pricing strategy, shipping, and avoiding common pitfalls.
Quick Reference
| Topic | File |
|---|---|
| Listing strategies | listing.md |
| Pricing research | pricing.md |
| Shipping guide | shipping.md |
Core Rules
1. Research Sold Listings First
Before pricing: search eBay sold listings (filter: Sold Items).
- Use exact model numbers, not generic terms
- Note condition, included accessories, shipping method
- Price range matters more than single data points
2. Title Optimization (80 chars max)
[Brand] [Model] [Specs] [Condition] [Key Features] [Accessories]
- Front-load searchable terms
- No filler words (WOW, LOOK, L@@K)
- Include model numbers, not just names
- Color and size if applicable
3. Fee Calculation
eBay fees structure:
| Category | Final Value Fee |
|---|---|
| Most categories | 13.25% |
| Clothing | 12% |
| Guitars | 6% |
| Heavy Equipment | 3% |
Plus: $0.30 per order. PayPal/managed payments: ~2.9% + $0.30. Quick estimate: Take 15-17% off sale price for net profit.
4. Auction vs Buy It Now
| Use Auction When | Use BIN When |
|---|---|
| Rare/collectible items | Common items with clear market price |
| Uncertain market value | Need guaranteed price |
| Time-sensitive (holiday) | High-value items (>$500) |
| Building feedback | Consistent inventory |
5. Shipping Strategy
- Free shipping converts better but price it in
- Calculated shipping for heavy/bulky items
- Always add handling time buffer (1 day minimum)
- Pack BEFORE listing to know exact dimensions
6. Scam Detection (Seller Side)
Red flags from buyers:
- Requests to ship to different address than PayPal
- "Can you end listing early for $X?"
- Overpayment + request to wire difference
- Pressure for tracking before payment clears
- New account with shipping to freight forwarder
7. Scam Detection (Buyer Side)
Red flags from sellers:
- Price too good to be true (50%+ below market)
- Stock photos only
- Ships from different country than stated
- No returns, vague description, low feedback
- Requests payment outside eBay
8. Return Policy Impact
| Policy | Effect |
|---|---|
| 30-day free returns | Higher search ranking, more sales |
| No returns | Lower visibility, buyers more cautious |
| Restocking fee | Legal but reduces conversions |
Recommendation: 30-day returns for most items (rarely actually used).
Common Traps
- Underestimating shipping → eat costs on heavy items; weigh and measure BEFORE listing
- Ignoring item specifics → listings without specs get buried in search
- Accepting PayPal without verification → chargebacks on high-value items; require signature for >$750
- Pricing from asking, not sold → unsold listings don't reflect market; filter by SOLD
- Shipping before payment clears → "Item Not Received" claims; wait for funds
Usage Guidance
This skill is instruction-only and internally consistent with its stated purpose, so it poses low technical risk. Still consider: (1) The source/homepage is unknown — prefer skills from trusted publishers if you plan to let an agent act on your behalf. (2) This skill cannot perform transactions or access your eBay account (it requests no credentials) — do not paste account passwords or API keys into it. (3) If you plan to let an autonomous agent act on listings, review actions before execution and monitor for unexpected behavior. (4) The guidance is general advice—verify fees, category rules, and legal restrictions on items in your jurisdiction before listing.
Capability Analysis
Type: OpenClaw Skill
Name: ebay
Version: 1.0.1
The skill bundle consists entirely of markdown files providing advice on eBay listing, pricing, and shipping. There is no executable code, no external binaries are declared in `SKILL.md`'s metadata (`"bins":[]`), and no instructions attempt to prompt-inject the agent into performing malicious actions, accessing sensitive data, or making unauthorized network calls. All content is informational and aligns with the stated purpose of assisting with eBay tasks.
Capability Assessment
Purpose & Capability
Name and description (eBay listing/pricing/shipping/scam guidance) match the provided content: all files are guidance documents and there are no unrelated requirements (no binaries, env vars, or config paths).
Instruction Scope
SKILL.md, listing.md, pricing.md, and shipping.md contain only procedural advice for buying/selling on eBay (research, title/description templates, fees, shipping math, scam signs). Instructions do not ask the agent to read system files, access environment variables, or transmit data to external endpoints.
Install Mechanism
No install spec or code files are present; this is instruction-only, so nothing will be written or downloaded during install.
Credentials
The skill declares no required environment variables, credentials, or config paths — appropriate for an advice-only skill that does not integrate with eBay APIs or perform actions on behalf of the user.
Persistence & Privilege
always is false and the skill is user-invocable; it does not request persistent system presence or privileges beyond normal skill invocation.
How to Use
- Make sure OpenClaw is installed (local or Docker)
- Run the install command in chat:
/install ebay - After installation, invoke the skill by name or use
/ebay - Provide required inputs per the skill's parameter spec and get structured output
Version History
v1.0.1
Minor refinements for consistency
v1.0.0
Initial release
Metadata
Frequently Asked Questions
What is eBay?
Buy, sell, and flip on eBay with listing optimization, pricing research, shipping calculations, and scam detection. It is an AI Agent Skill for Claude Code / OpenClaw, with 1297 downloads so far.
How do I install eBay?
Run "/install ebay" in the OpenClaw or Claude Code chat to install it in one step — no extra setup required.
Is eBay free?
Yes, eBay is completely free (open-source). You can download, install and use it at no cost.
Which platforms does eBay support?
eBay is cross-platform and runs anywhere OpenClaw / Claude Code is available (linux, darwin, win32).
Who created eBay?
It is built and maintained by Iván (@ivangdavila); the current version is v1.0.1.
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