How to Connect Your eBay Account

Follow these steps to set up your eBay account and start publishing listings with Zetlis in minutes.

Connect eBay

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A short walkthrough of the whole connection. Prefer to read? The written steps are right below.

1

Create or log into your eBay account

Make sure you have an active eBay seller account. If you don't have one, create it at ebay.com.

  • ✓Account must be active and verified
  • ✓Email address confirmed
  • ✓Phone number verified
Go to eBay Sign In →
2

Enable Managed Payments

eBay requires all sellers to use Managed Payments. You need to link a verified bank account to receive payouts. This is mandatory to publish listings via the API.

  • ✓Go to My eBay → Account → Payments
  • ✓Link your bank account or Payoneer account
  • ✓Complete identity verification
  • ✓Wait for eBay to verify your information (can take 1-2 business days)
Go to My eBay → Payments →
3

Set up a Shipping Policy (Fulfillment Policy)

Every listing published via the API requires a fulfillment (shipping) policy. You must create at least one before connecting to Zetlis.

  • ✓Go to Seller Hub → Policies (or My eBay → Account → Site Preferences)
  • ✓Click Create Policy → Shipping
  • ✓Set your preferred carrier and delivery times
  • ✓Save the policy
Go to Seller Hub → Policies →
4

Set up a Return Policy

A return policy is required by eBay for all listings published via the API. The most common is a 30-day return policy.

  • ✓Go to Seller Hub → Policies
  • ✓Click Create Policy → Return
  • ✓Select 30-day returns (recommended)
  • ✓Choose who pays for return shipping
  • ✓Save the policy
Go to Seller Hub → Policies →
5

Connect your eBay account to Zetlis

Once your account is fully set up, you're ready to connect to Zetlis. The process takes less than 30 seconds.

  • ✓Click the Connect eBay button in the Zetlis navbar
  • ✓You'll be redirected to eBay to authorize Zetlis
  • ✓Log in with your eBay credentials
  • ✓Click Agree to grant access
  • ✓You'll be redirected back to Zetlis — done!
Connect eBay to Zetlis →

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