There are two reasons why your account may be suspended:
Find out why your account was suspended
If your account is suspended, we'll notify you by email and tell you what to do to reinstate your account.
If you didn't receive an email about your suspension, contact us.
Important: Watch out for spoof (fake) email warnings about account suspension. You can confirm that an email was sent from eBay by checking your messages in My eBay. If the message that you received at your regular email account isn't in your My eBay Messages inbox, then it isn't from eBay. Learn more about recognizing spoof websites, and find out how to tell if an email is really from eBay.
Suspension due to non-payment of fees
If you didn't pay your seller fees
If you were suspended because you didn't pay your seller fees, you can reinstate your account by making a one-time payment. Learn more about making a one-time payment of your seller fees.
If your payment info is out-of-date
Sometimes, an account is suspended for non-payment if the payment method you have on file is outdated, or has recently been declined.
To change your automatic payment method:In the Payment methods for Seller Fees section, click the Change link in the Automatic payment method section.
Choose a new automatic payment method.
Suspension due to a violation of a rule or policy
If your account was suspended due to a rule or policy violation, and you want to appeal your account suspension, reply directly to the suspension notice and include any relevant information, or contact us.
If you were suspended because you didn't pay for an item, you can appeal the unpaid item.
Having trouble accessing your account?
Frequently asked questions
Can I sell while my account is suspended?
No, during a suspension, you can't bid, sell, or leave Feedback. When your account is reinstated, you can leave Feedback for transactions you completed within the 30 days prior to reinstatement.
Can I or a family member open a new account while my account is suspended?
No, you can't register a new account or use an existing account while your account is suspended. We may also suspend new or existing accounts that were opened by anyone in the same household as, or associated with, a suspended user.
What happens to my bidders?
Bidders can retract their bids on your items. You won't be able to contact bidders or sign into My eBay to check messages until your account has been reinstated.
What happens to my fees if eBay ended my listing early?
If we ended your listing early, some listing fees might be credited to your account. You can review these credits on your Account Activity page. However, some suspensions result in the forfeit of listing fees. Learn more about why listings can be removed.
Tip: You can also check your account status by going to My eBay, and then clicking the Account tab.
