The marketplace rules you followed last week might not be the same ones today. From eBay changing how sellers manage their earnings to Poshmark introducing a shipping promotion that competes directly with Vinted, and Depop eliminating independent shipping for new listings, November is already full of important reseller news. Here’s what this November 2026 reseller news means for you, and how to make the most of Q4 2026.
eBay Balance Replaces Spendable Funds: Choose How You Receive Your Money
Starting November 4, 2026, eBay is gradually replacing Spendable Funds with eBay Balance for eligible U.S. sellers. Instead of automatically sending your earnings to your bank account, eBay will default to keeping your available funds in your eBay Balance until you decide to spend or withdraw them.
You can use your balance to purchase items on eBay, pay for shipping labels, or promote your listings without an additional fee for using your balance. Prefer having your money deposited into your bank account? You can still choose automatic payouts daily, weekly, biweekly, or monthly.
Check your payout settings when eBay notifies you that Balance is available. Whether you prefer keeping money on eBay for business expenses or receiving regular bank deposits, the important thing is making sure your earnings are handled the way you want.
Official source: eBay Balance.
Poshmark $0.99 Shipping: A Selling Opportunity That May Not Last
Poshmark kicked off November with a shipping promotion that could make a big difference for resellers. Starting November 3, 2026, eligible U.S. buyers can enjoy $0.99 standard shipping with no minimum purchase, making lower-priced items and bundles more attractive.
With Vinted competing for shoppers through its low-cost shipping options, this promotion gives Poshmark sellers an opportunity to attract buyers who might otherwise shop elsewhere. It could also be a great time to revisit inventory that hasn’t sold, especially lower-priced items where shipping costs can discourage purchases.
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Take advantage of the promotion while it’s available. Review your pricing, consider sending offers, and remind interested buyers about the reduced shipping cost. Poshmark hasn’t announced a fixed end date, so don’t assume this opportunity will last throughout Q4.
Important: This promotion applies to eligible marketplace orders. Posh LIVE purchases have separate promotional terms.
For more ways to reach buyers and move older inventory, explore our guide to what to sell on Vinted, including pricing strategies and crosslisting stale inventory.
Official source: Poshmark’s Shipping Promotion Terms.
Finally! You Can Sell Perfume on Poshmark, With Some Important Rules
Have sealed perfumes or colognes you’ve struggled to find a marketplace for? Good news! On October 29, 2026, Poshmark introduced its new Fragrance category, opening another opportunity for resellers to sell products that can be challenging to list and ship on other marketplaces.
Sellers can now list eligible perfumes, colognes, fragrance gift sets, travel sizes, perfume oils, and select body and hair mists. However, all fragrances must be authentic, brand-new, and unopened, listed as New With Tags. Used, opened, and counterfeit fragrances are prohibited.
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What about perfume without its original box? Be careful. Poshmark requires liquid products to have their original sealed packaging. A seller’s claim that a bottle was never used isn’t enough to establish compliance. Fragrances in their original factory-sealed packaging are the safest choice, and sellers should confirm eligibility with Poshmark before listing an unboxed product.
Check your inventory for eligible sealed fragrances and review Poshmark’s shipping rules before listing. Fragrances require special USPS Ground Advantage Hazmat labels, leak-proof protection, and sturdy boxes. Each shipping label allows up to 16 ounces of fragrance liquid, and improper packaging can lead to additional fees.
For complete requirements, read Poshmark’s official fragrance announcement and its general selling requirements.
Depop Ends Independent Shipping for New Listings: What Sellers Lose
If you sell on Depop and prefer buying your own shipping labels, this change affects how you manage new listings. As of October 28, 2026, Depop removed the option to use independent shipping for newly created U.S. listings, requiring sellers to use Depop Shipping instead.
Previously, sellers could choose their own shipping provider, purchase labels outside Depop, and manage postage costs independently. That flexibility is now gone for new listings. For sellers accustomed to purchasing discounted labels through services like Pirate Ship, this means losing the ability to compare shipping options and choose their preferred provider for new Depop listings.
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Existing listings using independent shipping can keep that option until they sell, but deleting and relisting those items will require switching to Depop Shipping.
Review your shipping settings before creating or relisting inventory, especially if you crosslist to multiple marketplaces. If you previously used independent shipping, adjust your workflow to accommodate Depop’s new requirements.
Official source: Depop’s U.S. Shipping Guidelines.
Shipping Weight Crackdowns: Why Accurate Sellers Are Better Prepared
Guessing package weights instead of weighing them could become an expensive mistake for resellers. Marketplaces are increasingly making sellers responsible when shipping labels don’t match the actual weight of their packages.
Whatnot is a perfect example. Starting November 4, 2026, eligible U.S. sellers will be charged for USPS weight adjustments on Whatnot-generated labels. Previously, Whatnot covered these charges. Now, if a seller purchases a label for a one-pound package but ships two pounds, the carrier’s additional postage charge can be passed on to the seller.
This is an important distinction: the charges come from USPS, not an additional Whatnot fee. Whatnot also provides a Carrier Adjustments dashboard where sellers can review charges and appeal eligible adjustments.
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Stop guessing shipping weights. Weigh the complete package, including boxes and packing materials, and choose accurate shipping profiles, especially for bundles. This matters across resale marketplaces, including Vinted, where selecting the correct package size is also important.
For resellers who already weigh their packages and follow shipping requirements, this isn’t necessarily bad news. Accurate shipping protects your profits, helps avoid unexpected charges, and prevents buyers from paying more than necessary.
For a deeper look at how shipping is changing, watch Trish Glenn and Katy Zilverberg discuss USPS rates, package weights, dimensional shipping, and what resellers need to know in the List Perfectly livestream Shipping Is Changing: What Resellers Need to Know. You can also read our Reseller Shipping Changes in 2026: Fees, Weight Rules and What We Know guide for additional information about shipping costs and carrier rules.
Read Whatnot’s official carrier adjustment policy for details and exceptions.
More Reseller Updates That Could Affect Your Business
A few more marketplace changes deserve your attention as we head further into Q4. Some could affect your shipping costs, while others are worth reviewing before selling internationally or continuing to use a marketplace.
Poshmark: Heavy packages could reduce your earnings
Since October 26, 2026, sellers shipping packages over five pounds without the required label upgrade can have the additional postage deducted from their earnings. This matters especially for bulky clothing, shoes, and bundles. Review Poshmark’s heavy-package shipping rules.
eBay: Holiday shipping costs deserve another look
USPS temporary holiday rate increases are in effect, including for Ground Advantage, through January 17, 2027. If you offer free or flat-rate shipping, make sure your pricing still protects your profit margins. Meanwhile, eBay reported approximately $23.2 billion in third-quarter gross merchandise volume, up 15% year over year. That’s encouraging platform-wide activity, although it doesn’t mean every seller is experiencing higher sales. Read eBay’s Q3 2026 results and the USPS holiday shipping rate announcement.
Etsy: Shipping to the European Union? Check your product identifiers
Starting November 1, 2026, certain shipments valued at €150 or less entering the EU require product identifiers on customs declarations. Sellers using shipping labels outside Etsy may need to provide this information to their carriers. Review Etsy’s international shipping requirements.
Mercari: New Terms of Service took effect November 5
The changes concern legal disputes and arbitration, not new selling fees. Sellers should review the updated terms to understand how disputes with Mercari may be handled. Read Mercari’s official announcement.
Frequently Asked Questions About November 2026 Reseller News
Is eBay Balance mandatory, or can I still receive automatic payouts?
Eligible sellers will transition to eBay Balance as the feature rolls out, but automatic bank payouts remain available daily, weekly, biweekly, or monthly. Check your payment preferences when eBay notifies you.
How long will Poshmark’s $0.99 shipping promotion last?
Poshmark has not announced a fixed end date. The promotion began November 3, 2026, and can end at its discretion. Check that the offer remains active before promoting it to buyers.
Can I sell perfume on Poshmark if it’s new but doesn’t have a box?
Not necessarily. Fragrances must be authentic, brand-new, and unopened, and Poshmark requires original sealed packaging for liquid products. Confirm eligibility with Poshmark before listing an unboxed or potentially unsealed fragrance.
Can I still use Pirate Ship for Depop orders?
Not for new U.S. listings created on or after October 28, 2026. Those listings must use Depop Shipping. Existing listings with independent shipping can retain that method until sold, unless deleted and relisted.
What happens if my Whatnot package weighs more than the shipping label says?
For applicable Whatnot-generated USPS labels, sellers may be charged the carrier’s weight adjustment. Review any charges in Whatnot’s Carrier Adjustments dashboard and appeal eligible adjustments if they’re incorrect.
