The eBay Community is made up of eBay members, buyers and sellers, as well as eBay staff. The eBay Community encourages open and honest communication among all its members. You'll find that respect and communication are the cornerstones of eBay's dynamic Community.

Community values

eBay provides the following resources The eBay Community is guided by the following five fundamental values:

• We believe people are basically good.

• We believe everyone has something to contribute.

• We believe that an honest, open environment can bring out the best in people.

• We recognize and respect everyone as a unique individual.

• We encourage you to treat others the way you want to be treated.

eBay is firmly committed to these principles. And we believe that community members should also honor them—whether buying, selling, or chatting with eBay friends.

Community resources

eBay provides the following resources to help you stay informed about the latest eBay events, programs, and news; learn how to use eBay; and connect with other eBay members:

• Announcements Boards
  Check here for system status, useful links, eBay promotions and general announcements.

• Answer Center
  Get quick help from other eBay members. The Answer Center is a member-to-member forum where eBay members can ask questions, give or receive answers, and share information about eBay. Every answer includes an option that allows members to vote whether the information was helpful or not. To rate an answer, click the Yes or No button next to the question Was this answer helpful? If you change your mind, you can vote again and your vote will be updated.

• Discussion, Help, and Chat
  eBay’s targeted Community Help and Discussion Boards are some of the best places to learn useful eBay tips. And it’s easy to make new friends in eBay’s chat rooms.
  Notes: You must be a registered eBay member to post a discussion topic or message. If you're not yet a member, register now. Use of the Community Help boards and chat rooms is subject to eBay's Board Usage Policy.

  • Discussion Boards
    Discuss any eBay-related topic.

    • Category-specific boards: eBay's category-specific discussion boards are a great place to find information on everything from art to travel. Search for keywords if you know exactly what you're looking for. Or browse the discussion topics and see what you discover.

    • Community help boards: eBay members answer questions and solve problems.

    • General discussion boards: Share your opinions and suggestions or just relax with other eBay friends.

    • Workshops: Get information on attending a workshop hosted by eBay as well as in-depth information on interesting topics covered in past workshops.

  • Community Help Boards
    Visit eBay's Community Help boards where eBay members and staff moderators answer questions and solve problems together.

  • Chat Rooms
    Chat with other eBay members in a casual setting.

    • Category-specific chat rooms: Meet thousands of other collectors with interests in antiques, coins, jewelry and much more.

    • General chat rooms: Discuss everything from your favorite holiday memories to eBay's latest features.

    Note: Chat rooms cannot be used for conducting business.

• Creating Your About Me Page
  Create an About Me page at eBay to tell the world about yourself and your interests.

• Events Calendar
  Thinking of attending a collecting convention or show? Check the Events Calendar to see if eBay will be there. We always give away a range of free eBay items.

• Groups
  Connect to eBay members who share common interests. Participate in discussions, newsletters, polls, calendars and photo albums. Learn more about Groups.

• Home Page
  Visit eBay's Home page for information on exciting features and programs.

• Latest eBay Features
  Find out about the newest features and enhancements to eBay.

• News & Announcements
  Get the latest news and information about what's happening at eBay—from up-to-the-minute systems status to the latest policy changes. Read the latest eBay news and announcements.

• Reviews and Guide
  Research products and gain valuable knowledge from other eBay members, or write a review and share you opinion with millions of eBay users.

• Sending Suggestions to eBay
  Your ideas to help improve your experience on the eBay site are valued, so feel free to send us any suggestions you may have about eBay. Please be aware that all suggestions cannot be answered directly. This area is for making a suggestion that does not need a reply.

• Want it Now
  Can’t find an item on eBay? You can create a Want it Now posting to tell sellers exactly what you want to buy.