Author: Ina Steiner

Ina Steiner is co-founder and Editor of EcommerceBytes and has been reporting on ecommerce since 1999. She's a widely cited authority on marketplace selling and is author of "Turn eBay Data Into Dollars" (McGraw-Hill 2006). Her blog was featured in the book, "Blogging Heroes" (Wiley 2008). She is a member of the Online News Association (Sep 2005 - present) and Investigative Reporters and Editors (Mar 2006 - present). Follow her on Twitter at @ecommercebytes and send news tips to ina@ecommercebytes.com. See disclosure at EcommerceBytes.com/disclosure/.

From the Editor – September 8, 2019

September 7, 2019September 7, 2019 Ina Steiner

The economy has an obvious impact on retail and ecommerce, but there are other news headlines that are hitting close to home for online sellers. The United States’ possible withdrawal from the Universal Postal Union could potentially help sellers who Read more

Introduction to the eBay Fall Seller Update 2019

September 7, 2019September 7, 2019 Ina Steiner

When eBay announces a new Seller Update as it did last week, sellers immediately go looking to see if it’s going to cost them more to sell on the site – or if there will be any opportunities to lower Read more

Online Sellers Guide to eBay Fall Seller Update 2019

September 7, 2019September 7, 2019 Ina Steiner

eBay released the Fall Seller Update 2019 on Wednesday, September 4, and it announced changes to its User Agreement. It goes without saying that stability and predictability are crucial for sellers running ecommerce businesses, and many view these regularly issued Read more

EcommerceBytes Soundoff: Letters to the Editor – September 8, 2019

September 7, 2019September 7, 2019 Ina Steiner

In every issue, readers soundoff about issues important to them. From shipping issues to payment processing, from fees to online marketplace policies, EcommerceBytes Soundoff gives you a chance to air your views. Dear Ina,I loved the article on The Scotch Read more

Amazon Advertising Adds Merkle to Partner Directory

September 6, 2019September 6, 2019 Ina Steiner

Merkle has become an Amazon Advertising partner in Amazon’s “Find-a-Partner” directory. Merkle is a marketing agency for large companies that helps brands optimize their Amazon advertising. Those interested in finding a partner to help manage Amazon Advertising campaigns can find Read more

Stamps.com Preps for Possible International Mail Disruptions

September 6, 2019September 6, 2019 Ina Steiner

As online sellers and shippers brace for possible disruptions to international mail delivery, online postage provider Stamps.com is prepping with the launch of a new service. Last week we reported on eBay’s concerns about the issue (“eBay Warns of Possible Read more

eBay UK Fall Seller Update Includes Advice on Brexit

September 5, 2019September 5, 2019 Ina Steiner

eBay announced the Fall Seller Update 2019 on Wednesday, and in the UK, the company published advice for sellers on Brexit, which is the term for the UK’s planned withdrawal from the European Union. “Get ready for Brexit – Make Read more

Etsy Preps Sellers for Holiday Shopping Season

September 5, 2019September 5, 2019 Ina Steiner

Etsy is prepping sellers for the holiday shopping season with a new Marketplace Insights report that provides tips on capturing the attention of shoppers. The report includes a visual calendar reminding sellers that Halloween and Autumn shopping kicks off this Read more

eBay Announces Changes in Today’s Fall Seller Update

September 4, 2019September 4, 2019 Ina Steiner

eBay announced its Fall Seller Update for 2019 with a number of significant changes impacting sellers. We’ll be asking for readers to share their thoughts on the EcommerceBytes Blog shortly – we look forward to hearing what jumps out at Read more

eBay UK Launches New Ad Campaign

September 3, 2019September 3, 2019 Ina Steiner

eBay UK launched a new ad campaign, it announced on Tuesday. In describing the ads, the company wrote, “eBay plays up family emotions in new advertising campaign.” eBay launched the campaign in the UK on September 2 on TV, VOD Read more