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eBay Advertising overview

eBay Advertising connects you with more buyers around the world with simple to use, high-performing solutions to promote your listings and eBay shop.

You can set up three different types of advertising campaigns:

  • Promote your listings - Drive sales by putting your listings in front of relevant buyers with access to ad placements
  • Promote your shop - Attract interested buyers to your shop with targeted ads showcasing your top inventory
  • Promote offsite - Highlight your eligible listings on popular external channels, like Google

You can access these advertising tools from the Advertising tab in Seller Hub. Once a campaign is active, you can monitor and update your campaign on the Advertising dashboard.

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You must meet certain eligibility requirements to use eBay Advertising, such as having an eBay account in good standing and maintaining high seller performance ratings. Some advertising solutions, like Promoted shops, require you to have an active eBay shops subscription.

Promoted Listings

With Promoted Listings, you have:

  • Access to ad placements that can increase your listings’ visibility to reach more buyers and drive sales
  • Flexibility and controls to match your business goals
  • A simple-to-use platform to create and manage your campaign
Promoted Shops

With Promoted Shops, you can:

  • Drive valuable traffic to your eBay shop with eye-catching ads that promote your top inventory
  • Increase awareness of your brand on eBay with ads that highlight your eBay shop’s name and logo
  • Launch your campaign in just a few clicks with a simple flow for campaign creation

You can promote your shop with ads that showcase a category of your items or one of your coded coupons. You’ll only pay for clicks on your ads.

Promoted Offsite

With Promoted Offsite, you can:

  • Capture a wider audience of interested buyers and drive more traffic to your listings
  • Get in front of buyers who are already searching for the types of items you’re selling
  • Save time with easy-to-launch campaigns that promote all of your eligible listings in just a few clicks

You’ll only pay for clicks on your ads.

eBay Advertising FAQs

How much does it cost to advertise on eBay?

With eBay Advertising, you’re in control of your advertising spend. Whether you’re looking to set a target daily budget or pay a percentage of each sale, eBay Advertising provides tools that support every campaign budget and advertising goal.

 
How do I track the performance of my advertising campaigns?

The Advertising dashboard displays real-time data insights to help you track the performance of your advertising campaigns.

 
Do I need to have an eBay shop to advertise on eBay?

No, you can advertise on eBay without having an eBay shop, but certain advertising options - like Promoted Shops - may require an eBay shop subscription.

 
What are the eligibility requirements to use eBay Advertising?

You must meet certain eligibility requirements to use eBay Advertising, such as having an eBay account in good standing and maintaining high seller performance ratings.

 
What are the benefits of using eBay Advertising for my business?

eBay Advertising can help sellers increase their visibility, reach more potential buyers, and ultimately drive more sales and grow their businesses on the platform by leveraging either a category or coupon strategy.

 

eBay Advertising offers simple to use, high-performing solutions that match your sales goals and campaign budget.

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