posted on June 27, 2004 06:47:40 PM new
I think you're right. I guess that's a way to include the name of a popular item when you're selling a lesser item!! THANKS for the info!!!
posted on June 27, 2004 07:07:20 PM new
That would make sense. I know that putting "similar to" "like" "same as" are picked up by eBay, I have had a couple of auctions with those words in, closed down by eBay.
posted on June 27, 2004 09:38:53 PM new
Sounds like some keyword spamming to me. It is against ebay policy to say, it is like some other product. You are only allowed to state your product. These auctions should be turned in to ebay.
In your description only, you are allowed to compare the item you are offering to one other similar product, so long as your listing is not misleading in any way as to which company made the item offered.
Examples:
"This vacuum cleaner does a much better job at cleaning ground-in dirt than Acme brand vacuum cleaners."
"This watch is similar in style to Tag Heuer watches."
You are allowed to list other brand names items with which the item you are offering is compatible.
"This software is compatible with Microsoft Windows XP."
"This faceplate fits all Nokia cellular phones."
Warning: Listings that include unrelated brand names or logos may be ended early by eBay. Multiple violations of eBay's brand name misuse policy could result in the suspension of your account.
[ edited by gousainc on Jun 27, 2004 11:14 PM ]
[ edited by gousainc on Jun 27, 2004 11:15 PM ]
posted on June 28, 2004 04:22:51 AM new
You still have to be very careful when comparing to something. eBay regularly violates their own rules. I compared something to something else once and followed eBay's rules about it. I was VeRO'd. It largely depends on who is doing the complaining to eBay. They don't have the guts to stand up to these people. It's easier (and less costly) to betray the sellers.
