Following an account on eBay, often referred to as "saving a seller," allows you to stay updated on their new listings, promotions, and store activity. This is particularly useful for keeping track of your favorite merchants or specialized sellers.
You can follow an eBay seller using a couple of straightforward methods:
Method 1: From an Item Listing Page
The most common way to follow a seller is directly from one of their active listings.
- Navigate to an Item: Find an item currently listed by the seller you wish to follow.
- Locate Seller Information: On the item's listing page, look for the seller's information. This is typically found near the top right of the page, close to the item's title or price, or within a dedicated seller information box.
- Click "Save Seller": Next to the seller's username (e.g., eBaySeller123), you will usually see a small heart icon or a link that says "Save seller" or "Follow." Click this link.
- Confirmation: You'll receive a confirmation, and the link might change to "Seller Saved" or "Following," indicating you are now following them.
Method 2: From the Seller's Profile Page
You can also follow a seller directly from their dedicated profile page, which provides a comprehensive view of their store.
- Access the Seller's Profile:
- From a Listing: Click on the seller's username from any of their listings.
- Direct URL: If you know the seller's username, you can often go directly to their profile page by typing
ebay.com/usr/seller's_usernameinto your web browser's address bar. For example, if the seller's username isGadgetGuru123, you would go toebay.com/usr/GadgetGuru123. This method works best if the username is spelled correctly and the seller account is still active.
- Find the "Save Seller" Link: Once on the seller's profile page, look for a prominent link or button, typically on the right side of the page, that says "Save seller" or "Follow."
- Click to Follow: Click this link to add the seller to your saved list.
Why Follow an eBay Seller?
Following sellers offers several advantages for eBay shoppers:
| Benefit Category | Description |
|---|---|
| Stay Updated | Receive notifications via email or your eBay feed when the seller lists new items or runs promotions. |
| Find Specific Items | Ideal for collectors or those seeking niche products from specialized sellers who frequently list similar items. |
| Discover Deals | Get early access to sales, exclusive offers, or specific discounts offered by the seller to their followers. |
| Build Relationships | Easily revisit trusted sellers, fostering a familiar and reliable shopping experience. |
| Curated Feed | Personalize your eBay shopping experience by seeing more content from sellers you prefer. |
Managing Your Followed Sellers
You can view and manage all the sellers you follow through your eBay account:
- Go to My eBay: Log in to your eBay account and navigate to "My eBay."
- Access "Saved Sellers": Look for a section like "Following" or "Saved Sellers" within your "My eBay" dashboard, often found under "Saved searches" or "Lists."
- Review and Unfollow: Here, you'll see a list of all the sellers you follow. You can easily unfollow a seller if you no longer wish to receive updates from them.
Tips for Following Sellers
- Be Selective: Follow sellers who consistently offer items you're interested in, provide excellent customer service, or specialize in a niche you follow.
- Check Feedback: Before following, quickly review the seller's feedback score and reviews to ensure they are reputable.
- Monitor Notifications: Adjust your eBay notification settings to control how you receive updates from followed sellers.
