EBay login not working? Quick help
After several unsuccessful login attempts, your eBay account has been blocked? This is usually not a big problem. Most of the time, blocking is just a precautionary measure taken by the platform to keep your customers safe. Two-factor identification has also been available for eBay log-ins for a short time.
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Check whether the password and the e-mailaddress are correct. Often the problem is due to an activated Caps Lock key. View the password as you type it. To do this, you have to click on the eye next to the input field. Note regarding your gmail-Address that the platform distinguishes between @googlemail.com and @gmail.com. Use the address you registered with. If in doubt, you should test both variants.
After several unsuccessful login attempts, you receive the error message Access data invalid. In this case, click on “Forgot your password” even if you are sure that what you have entered is correct.
If eBay notices suspicious activity on a accounts discovered, it becomes inaccessible to be on the safe side. You must assign a new password. To do this, use the link in your email.
In order for the eBay log-in to work, cookies and Javascript must be activated in the browser. Use a different browser if incorrect settings block log-in. If in doubt, clear “cache and saved data”.
In accordance with the second Payment Services Directive, two-factor authentication will further protect your account. As an eBay account holder, you were asked in an email to provide a telephone number for identification. When you try to log in, you will now receive an SMS with a code at regular intervals, just like when you log in to the bank. You can no longer log in without this verification.
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eBay Classifieds and eBay.de
eBay classifieds and eBay.de are two separate platforms. You work technically independently. As a result, your password can also be quite different.
If you receive an IP blocked error message, this is usually a precautionary measure to protect your account from misuse by third parties. Access will be blocked if you use automated mechanisms such as crawlers or spiders without the express consent of the platform. If several people have the same IP, problems can arise. An unusual amount of activity or many ads with the same content are also grounds for blocking. Many unsuccessful login attempts will result in a ban. When resetting your password, remember to check your spam folder if you haven't received the promised email in your inbox.
eBay resets passwords when it sees suspicious activity. You will be informed by email. Check your email inbox.
If there are too many failed attempts, the IP address will be blocked for a short time. You can try to access the page later.
It might not be your account, eBay is having server issues right now. Contact Customer Service by phone if login issues persist.
