This policy was updated on 7 November 2024 to clarify our guidelines on cameras and recording devices, and is effective as of that date.
To comply with regulations and to protect the safety and privacy of our members, there are restrictions around the sale of electrical and electronic equipment.
What is the policy?
The following types of electronic equipment are not allowed:
- American FRS/GMRS radio equipment
- Cameras and recording devices that include images or text that states or implies the device can be used to record others without their knowledge
- Cameras that are embedded in other objects or that are designed to look like other objects, such as toothbrush holders, stuffed toys, clocks or electrical outlets
- CB amplifiers
- Cell phone, GPS radar and other signal jamming devices
- Electricity- or energy-saving devices that claim to reduce electricity consumption
- Mobile phone unlocking codes
- Radar detectors
- Telecommunications numbers
Further information is available from the Australian Communications and Media Authority (ACMA) - opens in new window or tab website.
The following items may only be sold in accordance with applicable regulations:
- Amateur radio equipment
- CB radios
- High powered cordless phones
- Low interference potential devices
- Mobile phone booster amplifiers
- Mobile phone repeaters
- Scanners
- Telecommunication products
- Transmitters
Activity on eBay is required to follow this policy, the eBay User Agreement and all applicable laws, as well as respect the rights of third parties. If it doesn't, eBay may take action consistent with applicable laws and the eBay User Agreement, and may even be legally required to do so. Such actions may include, as an example only: Removing the listing or other content, issuing a warning, restricting activity or account suspension.
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Why does eBay have this policy?
In order to comply with government regulations and help prevent privacy violations, we don't allow the sale of certain electronic items on eBay.