1. What is eBay Commission?

The eBay commission is the fee charged by eBay for selling items on their platform. In the UK, this typically consists of a percentage of the sale price (usually 12.8%) plus a fixed final value fee (£0.30).

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the eBay UK fee formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Sale Price} \) — The final selling price of your item in GBP
• \( \text{eBay Fee} \) — The percentage fee charged by eBay (typically 12.8%)
• \( \text{Final Value Fee} \) — The fixed fee charged by eBay (typically £0.30)

3. Understanding eBay UK Fees

Details: eBay UK charges different fees depending on the category. Most categories have a 12.8% final value fee plus £0.30. Some categories like motors and property have different fee structures.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your item's sale price in GBP, the eBay fee percentage (default is 12.8%), and the final value fee (default is £0.30). The calculator will show your total fees and how much you'll receive after fees.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Are there any other fees I should be aware of?
A: Yes, eBay may charge insertion fees for listing items, optional listing upgrade fees, and PayPal may charge payment processing fees.

Q2: Do fees vary by category?
A: Yes, some categories like motors, property, and business equipment have different fee structures. Always check eBay's latest fee schedule.

Q3: Are there any seller discounts available?
A: eBay occasionally offers fee discounts for certain sellers or during promotional periods. Check your seller dashboard for offers.

Q4: How can I reduce my eBay fees?
A: Consider eBay's subscription plans (like Anchor or Enterprise shops) which offer lower fees for high-volume sellers.

Q5: When are the fees charged?
A: Fees are typically charged monthly and deducted from your linked payment method or from your available funds.