Card breaks are live events where hosts open packs or boxes of trading cards, allowing participants to purchase spots representing teams, players, or divisions.

Participants have the chance to receive rare and valuable cards (known as “hits") from the break while sharing both the cost and the thrill of the live opening and engaging with the community.

To join a card break, simply visit eBay Live and browse for upcoming breaks. You can check out and purchase spots by selecting the "Buy spot" option on the eBay Live break page for your chosen event.

You can also view and purchase a variety of break spots available on the eBay Marketplace here.

No purchase is necessary to participate. Each break includes an accompanying sweepstakes that you can enter. For more information on how to participate in our sweepstakes, submit your information here.

To stay updated on upcoming breaks, follow your favorite breakers on eBay Live to receive notifications about their future events. Additionally, keep an eye on eBay Live for the schedule of new and upcoming break events and listings.

Breaks may only be sold by pre-approved sellers.

Sellers approved to run breaks on eBay Live have been thoroughly vetted. Our team reviews their history of breaks for positive feedback, entertainment value, and trust to ensure a high-quality experience for participants.

While the breakers will do their best to ensure everyone gets cards, there is no guarantee that every team or player will be represented in the packs opened. Some sellers offer a "hitless" guarantee or consolation prizes, but this varies by seller. Check the listing details for information on how the breaker handles these situations and for information on how to participate in the accompanying case break sweepstakes. You can also check out our full policies around breaks on eBay here.

If you're interested in becoming a break seller on eBay, you may apply at https://www.ebaycasebreaks.com/

Existing eBay breakers interested in breaking on eBay Live can also contact us at casebreaks@ebay.com to get started.

The prices for spots in a break are typically determined by the breaker, taking into account factors like the cost of the product being opened, the popularity of the teams or players involved, and the potential value of the cards that could be pulled from the break.

Buyers on eBay can buy spots at a fixed price set by the host or choose to participate in an auction format. In an auction, the final price of each spot is determined by the highest bid submitted by the participants.

eBay provides guidelines and policies to ensure a fair and enjoyable experience for both buyers and sellers participating in card breaks. Breaks conducted on eBay Live are monitored to ensure compliance with eBay's policies and standards.

Yes, all breaks on eBay Live are recorded and made available for later viewing. After an event has ended, you can access the recording on the specific event page or find it on the eBay Live page under the "Past events" section.

Yes, after the break, the host will sort the cards and ship them to the participants. Shipping details and times may vary, so check the listing for specifics on shipping policies and costs.

Yes, participants are able to purchase multiple spots in a break.

No, you cannot choose specific cards. When you purchase a spot, you are buying cards pulled from the team or player you selected.