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Exchanging Money:
Money Transferral and Payment Systems

The most visible part of an eBay transaction, once an auction has closed, is the payment from buyer to seller. Here you'll find the payment systems that eBay members rely on most and information about how to use them effectively.

Payment Types Index

Brief list of the methods commonly used to accept payments for eBay auctions, along with links to more information from eBay's own policy pages.

A PayPal Primer

PayPal is the undisputed king of eBay auction payments and has become an integral part of the auction process for many.

Making Online Payments

Navigating the confusing world of auction listing payment options.

From eBay: Paying Confidently

This eBay guide for buyers and sellers provides a detailed overview of common payment practices and their drawbacks and benefits.

From eBay: Using Escrow Services

Escrow can be a useful tool, but it can also provide scammers with an easy way to take your money. Read this guide carefully before using escrow services for eBay purchases.

From eBay: Escrow and Insurance Answer Center

eBay's Escrow and Insurance Answer Center is designed to help new eBay buyers and sellers to navigate the confusing world of escrow and insurance coverage in eBay trades.

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