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Enter to calculate profit and margin
Auction listings have lower insertion fees
eBay charges fees on shipping too
Usually 2-5% for promoted listings
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How eBay Fees Work
eBay charges sellers multiple types of fees:
- Final Value Fee: Typically 12.9% + $0.30 for most categories, charged on total sale amount including shipping
- Insertion Fee: $0.35 per listing after free listings are used (store subscribers get more free listings)
- Promoted Listings: Optional advertising fee (2-20% of sale price)
- Store Discounts: Store subscribers save 1-8% on final value fees
Tips to Minimize eBay Fees
- ✓Consider a store subscription if you sell 20+ items per month
- ✓Choose the correct category (some have lower fee rates)
- ✓Use promoted listings sparingly (test ROI first)
- ✓Offer free shipping and increase item price (better for SEO)
- ✓Higher store tiers save more on final value fees
- ✓Refresh listing titles with HeadlineForge to improve search click-through
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is this eBay fee calculator?
Our calculator uses eBay's current fee structure and is updated regularly. However, fees can vary by category, store level, and promotions. Always verify with eBay's official fee page.
Does eBay charge fees on shipping costs?
Yes, eBay's final value fee is calculated on the total sale price including shipping. This is why many sellers offer free shipping and increase the item price.
What's the difference between eBay store levels?
Higher store tiers provide more free listings per month, larger discounts on final value fees, and additional seller tools. A Basic store ($21.95/mo) saves 4% on final value fees compared to non-store sellers.
Should I use promoted listings?
Promoted listings can increase visibility but add 2-20% to your costs. Test with low rates (2-5%) first and track if the extra sales justify the fee.