Shipping on eBay for Beginners 2023 | Step by Step Cheapest Method, Free Supplies, Tools

[@mabelrobert2832]

I have to say that this is the most useful video about shipping I’ve ever seen on KZbin , thank you

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@colinbyerly5212]

Thank you ! The many examples of so many items shipping and ways of impressing buyers with creative use packages . Add so much to start ups .

[@HuntingSunshine]

This was so amazingly helpful! I’m so grateful that you shared this. I’m new to selling and shipping has been my biggest struggle. I’ve been subscribed but have never commented before. I just want to say thank you in general. Your videos have helped me so much. Very practical. I’ve watched some others who seem risky and I feel that can really hurt someone in this world when they’re new. You do the opposite. So thank you. I appreciate your channel and your willingness to share your knowledge. Take care.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I’m so glad to help!

[@charbrown2787]

I tried to comment-but couldn’t so I’m just tagging along on this comment-totally agree with Missy Biggs tho-this amazing lady is super helpful and have learned lots from her-just wished she could come visit me in Alberta Canada and help set me up lol

[@alefreyre4979]

Can you please help me, I'm shipping my first order today but on ebay it says ship via fedex . Do I have to ship thru fedex or can I ship it thru usps ? And also I don't have a printer so if I ship thru fedex and I write the address will they print me a label there?

[@maryhorn3829]

❤😂 My brain hurts. There's so much useful information in your videos! Thank you so much for being a pioneer and sharing your experiences with all of us. Please keep them coming!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I'm so glad!

[@310socal]

What I learned over the years use Pirate Ship you will save money and You Must keep Non reinforced and Reinforced water activated brown paper tape on hand. I use only about 5% of clear tape for packing mainly because I am using a recycled box and don't want to peel the old tape off.

[@EccentrixTreasures]

I loved this video, thank you, Margaret. I’ve been selling and shipping randomly on eBay since 1999, but now that I’m up scaling into a real business, this was wonderful and timely information. ❤

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@janetlandry-lucey5386]

I’ve been watching you for about a year now and this is a great video! Shipping was the hardest for me to understand! It can be tricky, but I’m getting the hang of it. I absolutely love Pirate Ship, I feel like it is cheaper and I save money. Plus it’s easy to import the data from eBay, it’s automatically done which is great! Glad you two are doing so well again 😊 Janet

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@602sfinestAZ]

I agree with everyone. This literally explained the difference of shipping methods better than most I’ve seen. I def could’ve avoided a recent mistake lol Live and Learn

[@HuntingSunshine]

Also - this is random but I use sticker paper or white contact paper from the dollar store for my shipping labels. I can print 20 labels per pack. I find it affordable so just an idea. 😊

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Great tip!

[@sjn7220]

You can get free ones from Fedex too.

[@barbra429]

What type of white contact paper? What area in the dollar store, is it Dollar Tree?

[@HuntingSunshine]

@@barbra429 yes, dollar tree. The contact paper by the wallpaper and storage items. The sticker paper is in the crafters corner. But my store just started carrying shipping labels as well which I found in the office/school supply section.

[@barbra429]

@Simplefancy That's great. How do you fit them into your printer. I didn't know you could print on contact paper. It's white? Is it on a roll?

[@thecirclesareround]

Learning about porch pickup for shipping my packages is going to CHANGE EVERYTHING as I have a small hyper child 😂

[@conniepatterson5142]

Thank you for doing this video. I have been seeking something like this and this was very informative. Great job thank you.

[@gigidtx]

Great tips & I get this. I wish the eBay people would teach sellers HOW to package items so they aren't broken. I keep seeing ship for cheap; how to ship spending the least amount of money, BUT I buy at least 30 jewelry boxes a year, and at minimum, 5 are completely broken, 5 are damaged, and 5 I wonder how they weren't destroyed or broken.

[@pamprier4710]

I'm a new seller, and altho I've watched sev "how to ship on ebay" videos, I still found some of it "clear as mud." Lol. Even tho USPS has now changed to Ground Advantage, thanks to your video I now know how to ship!! I SO much appreciate your clear instructions!!

[@Ozabebop]

Wow! Super informative and easy to follow. Just getting into online selling and so glad to have found this video.

[@lifewithgrandmabev]

Wow! That’s quite a shipping closet. After all these years I’ve never noticed the different in the USPS mailing boxes. Good info to know. TFS.

[@Queen-xf2fp]

I have seen hundreds of videos but this video is the best as its so much helpful and has meaningful details....❤️❤️❤️

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@nancyrojas1926]

Thank you I was wondering how to get started making sure I'm well informed so I will hopefully succeed.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Best of luck

[@user-kt6ds9sy4q]

I recently found your channel, I love how informative your videos are as opposed to the Vlog style reselling ones ! Thank you for your hard work :)

[@evelynbarr2338]

Thank you so much for the shipping info. I'm planning to start selling & this is a great help! 👍

[@TexasGalTreasures]

@evelynbarr2338, :) Thank you very much!! :)

[@SimplybeingR]

I just found your channel today and I thank you for sharing this valuable information! I subscribed to your channel. I was prolonging selling on ebay because of all this confusing shipping details...but you made it simple and motivated me!!

[@pass1onate.p]

This was so helpful!!

[@JanetBirdFuller]

Thank you for sharing this invaluable information. Very helpful.

[@wherezthebeef]

Great video.. Shipping angst and confusion has to be the No. 1 reason people decide to not sell on ebay, it's always changing, so many considerations and variable, it can be overwhelming.

[@Alessandro1983]

Great information thank you Texas gal

[@mylenekurtis9391]

It’s very helpful for me I’m a new for this I’m planning to selling online , small business nail

[@jennythornton1890]

i’ve been watching video’s for weeks and nothing about this VERY INFORMATIVE ‼️😊 was wondering if there was a part 2 to this video where you go a little further ?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Coming soon!

[@rosemaryhubis693]

I started selling on ebay when it was first established - to earn extra money as a side business since I was still working full time. About 11 years ago my life took a detour and I stopped. I still have my account and some inventory I had previous acquired from estate sales and auctions, most of what I deal in are vintage items. I now need to get started again to at least get rid of the old inventory. I hope the policies haven't changed too much or the market for the items. But I've decided to bite the bullet and force myself to get to work - right now with Winter here and confinement should be a good test period.

[@roberthill3703]

I'm new to reselling and my question is what's a good package and or box to ship magazines in?

[@cheryllynn4737]

I’m just thinking of starting to do this and this is the most helpful video I’ve seen!! Thank you ❤️ New sub 😊

[@RohanD9987]

Great video.

[@AnjoGal]

I've been a casual reseller on eBay for a few years now, and shipping is still like rocket science & quantum physics lumped together. It rots my brain every time, and I wind up giving in to the LONG way (weighing each item, pre-packing it, weighing it after packing, entering all package dimensions & weight before listing, adding an ounce for leeway for things like tape, packing slip, and label. UGH!

[@tompotter7856]

Hey AnjoGal - I, too, use the "LONG way". If you've since learned a "SHORT way", may I trouble u to share it? - Appreciate it! - Tom :o)

[@glee_again2594]

Thank you soooo much for sharing and helping!!! You’re helping me have courage that I can do this!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I'm so glad!

[@lynettekarp4359]

So thankful for you! Thank you for sharing this content!!!

[@CoilsDesign]

Dam here is Australia small boxes from the post office cost $1.95 medim $3.95 etc your lucky

[@lukeabell6589]

thank you so much for your information it helps so much

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You are so welcome!

[@Trials-and-Tribulations]

Keep in mind Usps raised their shipping prices for priority first class etc. Resellers need make adjustments also EBay have also raised their prices too.✌🖖🎃

[@sgt.pepper4274]

Nice job. thx for the help. Subscribed.

[@HyperboreanJim861]

How would you suggest I package antique coins? Not fragile enough to break, but fragile enough that they can't be scratched?

[@sandypratt581]

Don't tape down the "ears" on any poly bag. It then becomes a box & the PO may charge you accordingly.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I always tape them and I’ve never had a problem.

[@LadyPicker]

I’ve never had that issue.

[@triciaretzlaff4234]

USPS has never charged me by what type of packing material I have used...weight or if you use Priority materials. Please give me more information. Thanks.

[@carefulconsumer8682]

How do yu use the bulk shipping tool do generate a USPS Scan Form? Thanks.

[@GerryPicker]

Great shipping video. Always learn something new! Bummer that USPS regional rate is going to be gone. I use rate A quite often.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Thanks for watching!

[@s.fuhrmann]

I always used that when I had to ship something.

[@clarajohnson4100]

You are a complete package this is amazing

[@reginalaplante1001]

Love Vistaprint!

[@charleneferguson7564]

Clever ideas esp about putting your links on the Thank u cards. ,🙂🙂👀🌞

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Thanks so much 😊

[@AMYBIERHAUS]

THAT'S MY PURSE!!! ~ Amy 😍

[@leopardspotsmusic]

Very informative, thank you!

[@PeekyBlue]

Does eBay give the option to download the shipping label as a PDF file that you can then take to Fedex Office to print using their Print & Go self-service? Or must you have your own printer?

[@Jonahs_Trucks_And_More]

Yes there is a PDF option

[@mikev77]

A video that is easy to follow and informative without overwhelming chatter, thank you! I have a question. The padded mailer says priority on it, but it's a flat rate?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Yes

[@walkwith-faith482]

Thank you Margaret

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You are so welcome

[@tompotter7856]

Thanks again, Margaret, for another great video! Please forgive me if I'm not understanding something. I, like lots of folks, struggle with Ebay shipping. Wouldn't u think that when listing an item, in the Shipping section, when we enter package dimensions & weight, and click "Apply" (or whatever), that, in doing so, a list of possible / suitable shipping options should be generated, based on the dimensions & weight u entered, whether it be for USPS, UPS, FedEx, etc? - Thx, Tom

[@TexasGalTreasures]

That would be nice of them to have.

[@normav2226]

I didn't know about this until I went to purchase boxes,after watching this video, corrugated or non corrugated? Which did you use for the coffee mug? Threw me off, now I have to figure decide on corrugated vs non corrugated. Ugh 😂 Thanks for the video

[@chantalle7340]

I would use corrugated for anything breakable.

[@denisew.5490]

This video is very helpful.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad you think so!

[@francisgill1929]

thank you, question, have ever tried pirate shipping

[@tanyacordes5916]

Thank you so much for sharing! I don’t know why I find shipping so daunting, but I do???

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You can do it!

[@reginalaplante1001]

I found shipping it the hardest to wrap my head around! Still figuring it out 2 years in!!!

[@brendaneel9905]

Thank you so much for all your help.

[@theohiotrucker3248]

very helpful ty

[@Moni-bg7ok]

I really want to start out selling vintage baby clothes, what would be best for shipping? The poly bags?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

If they aren’t too delicate

[@yahyaqureshi9555]

Very Helpful

[@saramahmoud3487]

I’m just starting to sell unwanted items in my house, so I don’t want to buy all the packing items, I’d rather use a postal office and have them pack the items. My major problem figuring out the shipping internationally (from Qatar to anywhere), and I got very confused by the shipping lists, and then the weight of the box and what to charge for shipping… help!

[@TheWolfster001]

Can you get those small padded mailers from the USPS?? Also, what is the smallest boxes the USPS has, I make paracord stuff, from bracelets, keyrings, pet collars, belts, watchbands, pet leashes & much more, but they are all small items, so large boxes would be wasted on me.. Thank you so much for sharing, I learned some things new today.. Be Blessed..

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I think the smallest are the 8x8x8...they might have a smaller

[@animalearth4256]

Dear Texas gal treasures How to we know shipped item go to the buyer?

[@gstylin3834]

Great information I do have a question I have about 5 items on right now and it recommended I do Auctions for them what are your thoughts on that I am specifically selling video games ?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Video games can sell really well depending on the game

[@gstylin3834]

Yea I got some rare items it's just understanding the workings on everything

[@hayneska]

Excellent information. I was a reseller in the early 2000s before there were youtube videos like this, and shipping has always been a challenge. I seem to remember that I could calculate shipping after an item sold, but now it seems to be required when creating the listing. If shipping USPS Ground Advantage, the cost depends on where your shipping. So that's confusing. How can I put the cost in the listing if I don't know where it's going? (I hope that makes sense.) Second question: You shipped the butterfly broach in a padded mailer and said if it had stones that might fall off, you wouldn't use a padded mailer. Can you explain why, and what packaging would you use if it did have stones? Thanks so much. I'm really enjoying your videos. I just started reselling again and it's different now.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

EBay will calculate the cost for the item if you use that feature and enter the weight and size of the item. I use a 6x4x4 box otherwise

[@spinecollector9931]

So what if we don’t have any money to buy the shipping label? Does the cost of it come out of the overall sale?

[@mariaroldan4200]

My issues are with the poly mailers, it is important to measure them? I make a difference since the postal service does not know wether my "package" is a box or what... right? This is stil talking about 1st class, so I do not know if this video will be helpul February of 2024

[@anadelgado8661]

Thank you so much for such a helpful video! 😊🙏🏽

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You're so welcome!

[@gregpeterson4223]

Am watching the video and the answers to my questions may be answered but if not. I don't understand how to combine shipping if a customer purchases multiple items.Another question is how to know what to charge for shipping when you don't know where it will be shipped.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Usually, as long as the buyer notifies you before they purchase multiple items, you can calculate it with the post office site.

[@LowKeyGT89]

I sell a few items per month on Facebook Groups & Marketplace and just do handwritten address labels. Can I use handwritten addresses for shipping items that I sell on Ebay? I'm not set up for printing labels etc. and really do not want to at this point in time while only selling an item here and there. Thanks, and I enjoyed the video!

[@virginiakobarg6812]

I so welcome your helpful videos.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I'm so glad!

[@merrygleason8763]

Nice work!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Thanks!

[@amandawest3089]

Loved this! Much needed for me.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Glad it was helpful!

[@CoilsDesign]

Where do you buy ebay tape?

[@danah552]

Thank you for the info. Im just meaning to sell some private belongings i want to get rid of. Shopping is so expensive. Im concerned that shipping may be more than what item is even worth. Do people still buy in that situation?

[@alysooter2209]

Great video, as usual, and thank you for sharing Margaret! Your help in this space is much appreciated! I was wondering if you find buyers hesitate in purchasing items being sent priority mail vs non-priority due to cost? I should say that I habe buyers pay calculated shipping vs gree shipping on most things so shipping doesn't eat all my profits... Just not able to offer free shipping on everything yet (although I wish I could.) Thanks in advance for any insight on this! 😊 Aly

[@jk2642]

My printer died so I always orint my labels at my local Staples, can you purchase the label and send it to an email? or can you just have the post office print your shipping label? thanks

[@genemanno1533]

It appears a lot of ebay sellers are ripping of on the cost of shipping. One has to consider the inflated rip off shipping in determining if one wants to bit or purchase the item offered. Many sellers are profiting on inflated shipping and that turns me off so I look else where. I’ve seen the shipping listed is double and triple the price. I seek out free shipping ads first as not to be concerned about it.

[@bessbowers5533]

Please be careful with colored paper. In damp weather the dye may transfer.

[@josuetlatelpa8088]

Where can I find the boxes you use to ship your comics? I’m actually here because I need to sell some of my comics

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Amazon

[@chopciriacruz6030]

I don't have the space right now for a printer and other supplies needed to ship items out .. What's the best and cheapest way for me to utilize USPS shipping ? TIA

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You can take them to the post office

[@chopciriacruz6030]

@@TexasGalTreasures What’s a good thermal printer to use ?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I don’t use that

[@garlandstyle5797]

Does eBay charge your credit card for the USPS label you printed out? I assume you get a receipt for the charge if that is the case. Also? eBay KNOWS you have "shipped" the item, correct?

[@swordfish00007]

Hi Texas have you tried these other sources to mail your EBay items? SendleSaver or Shippo?

[@karoleenascottage]

How/when do I pay for shipping if I’m offering free shipping to the buyer? Is this done through EBay and eBay charges me or do I pay through the USPS site when I schedule the pickup? Thank you in advance for your help!

[@TexasGalTreasures]

I don't offer free shipping

[@carlossoltero20]

Is there a way to have the post office or other form of having your shipping label if you don’t have or want to use your own printer?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

You can have it printed at the post office

[@torresBoutique3]

What kind of shipping you do flat or calculate?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

calculate

[@carolc764]

Love your channel. Can you provide a link to the adjustable book mailer?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

amzn.to/3VRJVwg

[@chrisblair7118]

Thanks to you both 😀

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Thank you too!

[@suzannehager7036]

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

[@heatherrenee3029]

I was in the Georgetown area a couple weeks ago, I swear I saw you. 😂

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Probably!

[@sashaperezofficial]

What do I put as the sender’s address if I don’t want to list my home address?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

get a po box

[@hatboxghost735]

I can’t ship a post card in a padded envelope for under $4 these days from post office… Then buyers wonder why shipping is increased

[@thriftadventure]

Very helpful, thank you!

[@repsajfrancis]

New seller here, question here When i purchase a shipping label on ebay I get a discount. Let say a buyer paid $5 for shipping, but when I purchase a shipping label I get a discount, I ended paying only $4 for the label. Who keeps the extra $1? Does ebay keeps it? Or does the seller keeps it?

[@chantalle7340]

I usually take a small amount of money off the customer’s shipping cost & keep the remainder to cover the price I paid for packaging.

[@Nicolef888]

I was unsure about the part where you adjust your shipping price. Your screen changed before you showed how to get there. Would you mind explaining that?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Sure! Just enter the weight of the package and it will adjust it.

[@Nicolef888]

@@TexasGalTreasures Thank you

[@Montanaguy26]

My wife and I and gonna give it a shot and hopefully it will turn into full time we are very excited for the new adventure hoping it is possible!

[@atimtg]

It's possible but very hard depending on your situation. It all comes down to cost of goods and quality access to them in reasonable time. Shipping cost is a huge factor in this and will be some of the biggest frustrations. You will do well to learn more about the best way to pack & ship your items. Good luck!

[@minnesota-matt]

Would you put a $300 item out on the porch for usps pickup?

[@godsgrace5777]

I wouldn’t I would carry it and get it insured.

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Probably not

[@Shannonnielsen585]

Hi when you purchase the shipping labels after the item is sold, do you get reimbursed when you get paid if you didn’t do free shipping? I’m thinking about selling on eBay again. I did it when PayPal was still with eBay.

[@jenniferwebb8465]

So I will be printing the labels at my house through ebay and put them on the usps box or envelope that I get for free?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

yes

[@jenniferwebb8465]

Where do you get your bubble wrap and small boxes from?

[@TexasGalTreasures]

Uline or Amazon usually

[@madmax8620]

Does the weight INCLUDE your shipping boxes, or the postoffice boxes, or just the item itself??? You didn't indicate that... thanks

[@PennsylvaniaBottleDigging]

Why is it $15 for a shipping label a year later ? I don’t understand