First of all you need to know that they have a cross-link system, among other systems. You cannot use anything associated with your last account. Do not use your spouse’s name with the same address that was previously listed on the old eBay account because that partner’s name is now tagged. Don’t use that partner’s name tagged with a new address, because now that new address is tagged. Do not use the same computer with the same IP to open a new account with a new name and address, because the new name and address are now tagged. Do not use any software (turbolister etc.), advertising images or anything related to your last account. You can sell the same products, but for images always use eBay image hosting and always use different ads.

What happens is that eBay’s tracking software looks for certain things to catch a suspended user opening another account, and once they do, it raises a red flag. An eBay employee will then look for the red flag and if he didn’t take all precautions, they will easily spot the connection to your suspended accounts and suspend you again. If you follow the steps outlined here, you’ll stay under eBay’s radar and your account will most likely never be reviewed by a real eBay employee.

Not a Registered User – This is the most shocking, distressing, and anxiety-provoking situation for anyone who relies on eBay for a living or supplemental income to experience. It’s like being fired from a job you love. You are losing millions or millions of dollars a week!

I’ve been suspended from eBay twice. On both occasions, because I was linked to suspended accounts, I had nothing to do with it. After being suspended I searched anxiously to find out what I could do and of course I couldn’t get a response from eBay. It’s very rare for eBay to reinstate a suspended account even if they find out they made a mistake. eBay will not admit any wrongdoing on your part.

GET BACK TO eBay IN AS LITTLE AS ONE DAY!

Follow these step-by-step instructions or you’ll be suspended again and have to start over.

Many people think that you have to reformat (reinstall Windows) before opening a new account, but I didn’t and so far I’m fine. Although as a precautionary measure it would not be a bad idea. Especially if your PC is running very slow and your hard drive is full, reinstalling Windows will make it run like new. If you want to do this and need help, email me and I’ll give you instructions and a copy of Windows XP Professional (for a small fee) if you need it.

It’s very rare for eBay to reinstate a suspended account, so even if you think you can prove your innocence, it will take weeks or months and you’ll have to hand over all of your personal information. Copies of your birth certificate, social security card, driver’s license, etc. Even after all that, chances are you won’t be refunded. eBay doesn’t care about small sellers.

1) Clean your tracks:

You will need to get a new IP and delete the spyware, web beacons and cookies.

Download Firefox with the Google Toolbar. The Firefox browser is an alternative to Internet Explorer. Firefox is free and an absolute must! After downloading, go to “tools” at the top of the browser, then click “options” – “Privacy tab” and check the box that says “Always delete my private data when I close Firefox”

eBay tracks and monitors your activities through its cookies. They also have the added benefit of monitoring your browsing habits with the cooperation of many partners and affiliates who monitor your activities remotely without you being logged into eBay! It seems like an invasion of privacy to me, but it’s still true.

In addition to setting Firefox to clear all cookies and temporary files every time I turn it off, I also run a free program called crap cleaner which I’ve found to be the best for removing temporary cookie files and more. I run it at the end of every day and always close fire fox after logging out of eBay to clear all cookies before doing any other browsing. In this way, eBay cannot track your activities. Trust me, this is necessary if you don’t want eBay monitoring your browsing habits.

2) Change your IP address

NOTE: eBay has launched an “Identity Confirmation Trusted Sale” in an effort to combat account hijacking issues where scammers take over user accounts to post fraudulent auctions. This is proof that eBay controls your computer! eBay said it has started recording which computers members use to conduct their buying and selling activities. In June 2008, eBay began verifying that sellers were using the same computers they had previously used. If sellers list items using a different computer, eBay will automatically call the seller to confirm, so it’s important to have a good phone number now. It’s not hard to get second phone lines, virtual phone numbers, or cell phone numbers. This new system may also prompt the seller to verify your identity in other ways, not yet specified.

There are a few ways to change your IP.

(If you have dial-up access, your IP automatically changes every time you log in.)

Windows – Computer connected directly to the modem

1. Go to a command prompt. (START, run, cmd).
2. Type “ipconfig /release” (without the quotes, only on the command line).
3. Type “ipconfig /renew” (without the quotes, only on the command line).

Windows (second option) – Computer directly connected to the modem

1. Go to a command prompt. (START, run, cmd).
2. Type “ipconfig /release” (without the quotes).
3. Shut down the computer.
4. Shut down the computer.
5. Power off all ethernet hubs/switches.
6. Power off the cable/DSL modem.
7. Leave it overnight.
8. Turn everything back on.

network with router

1. Log in to the router’s management console. (Frequently [http://192.168.1.1/])
2. Release the IP address. (The method varies depending on the router manufacturer)
3. Power off your router, Ethernet hubs/switches, and cable/DSL modem.
4. Leave it overnight.
5. Turn everything back on.

If you are using a cable/DSL modem and a router, you may want to connect your computer directly to the cable/DSL modem. Please note that this could significantly affect the security of your system. This allows your ISP’s DHCP to issue you a new (hopefully changed) IP address based on the MAC (hardware) address of your computer’s Ethernet card.

If all of the above hasn’t worked to change your IP address and you have a router, check and see if there is a “Clone MAC Address” option. Using it should change your IP address; however, you will only be able to do this once (in most cases).

These will not work in all cases. If all else fails, contact your Internet Service Provider (ISP) and ask if you can change your IP address or how long your connection must be down for your IP address to change.

3) Get a NEW email address – I suggest gmail.com

4) Get a new mailing address: UPS store, PO Box, etc. NOTE: Standard post boxes are a flag, preferably use a non-government run box.

5) Get a new phone number: new cell number, second line, it’s easy.

6) Completely uninstall all auction software, use Vendio and eBay Turbo Lister, do not use eBay Turbo Lister for multiple accounts again. For security reasons, please download and use eBay Turbo Lister for ONE account only. there are other programs for your secondary accounts.

7) Create an account with auctiva free auction software, templates and image hosting will help your business. Auctiva has a scrolling gallery that helps you cross market and increase customer traffic. It saves you a lot of time and money.

8) Create an active token for each eBay account you have using a new active account for each.

9) Get a new prepaid or gift card. You can get PayPal verification without a checking account. I’m surprised more people don’t know about this.

You will need a debit card with a direct deposit option. I don’t know how many offer this, but the one I use is ICE Visa. You will need 2 cards. You will receive your temporary cards first. You will have to wait until you receive your permanent cards to use them because the address will not match the temporary cards. Use one card to register PayPal and as a seller on eBay and use the other to verify PayPal. Your Ice cards come with a routing and verification number. You will enter these numbers as your bank account numbers and select the Add funds to your PayPal account option to verify. Then when they add the funds to your card, they verify them and don’t know it.

Overview

1. Use Firefox instead of Internet Explorer to properly remove your cookies and browsing tracks. The reason for deleting your browser cookies and saved passwords is that eBay leaves cookies on your PC with your eBay username and password and some browsers log you in automatically, which obviously could jeopardize any new accounts you set up.

2. Uninstall any eBay related software such as turbolister

3. Change your IP address

4. Use a friends ID. Create a new identity that you can use anywhere else, too, not just on eBay.

5. Get a new email, Gmail or yahoo address and add it to your PayPal account to avoid connecting with the old email address to accept your eBay payments.

6. Get a new phone number or, as they simply put it, use call forwarding to save you the hassle of changing your existing number, like (tollfreeforwarding.com) or get a prepaid cell phone.

7. Get a gift card credit card that has the Visa or MasterCard logo on it.

8. Then apply for a new eBay and PayPal account using the brand new identity information. To verify your account, if you are a seller, you need to enter your bank details and unfortunately most of these posts recommend using false information to do so. (to my surprise and ethical delight, this is not always necessary)

9. Make sure you use eBay image hosting instead of your own server. Every image you use can be directly identified down to what type of camera was used if necessary.

10. Start selling slowly.

11. Do not use anything that is related to or that you have used on a suspended account. Pictures etc.

Good luck with your love-hate relationship with eBay.