eBay officially completed its acquisition of Depop on July 30, 2026. Here is what Depop and eBay sellers should know about the deal, what is staying separate, and what has not been announced.
If you have been wondering, “Did eBay buy Depop?” the answer is yes.
On July 30, 2026, eBay announced that it had officially completed its acquisition of Depop, bringing together two major marketplaces in fashion resale and secondhand shopping.
For resellers, the biggest question is not only who owns Depop now. Sellers want to know whether Depop will change, whether the two marketplaces will stay separate, and what the acquisition could mean for selling on eBay and Depop.
Here is what we know so far.
Yes, eBay Officially Bought Depop
The eBay acquisition of Depop is complete.
According to the official eBay announcement, Depop is now part of eBay.
eBay described Depop as a strong fit with its growing focus on fashion resale. Depop has built a large community around secondhand clothing, vintage fashion, streetwear, accessories, and other unique finds.
The acquisition gives eBay another major presence in the growing resale market while giving Depop access to eBay’s larger global resources and experience.
Is Depop Still Separate From eBay?
Yes. Depop and eBay are still separate marketplaces.
eBay confirmed that Depop will continue as a complementary business with its own:
- Brand
- Platform
- Customer experience
- Community
- Company culture
That means Depop sellers will continue using Depop, while eBay sellers will continue using eBay.
Depop listings will not automatically become eBay listings, and eBay listings will not automatically appear on Depop. No connection like that was announced.
The two marketplaces now share ownership, but they remain separate places to list, shop, and sell.
Why Did eBay Buy Depop?
Fashion is already a major category for eBay, and Depop has built a strong position in secondhand fashion.
Depop is especially known for its community of Gen Z and Millennial buyers and sellers. Its marketplace focuses heavily on discovery, personal style, vintage clothing, affordable fashion, and peer-to-peer resale.
eBay said the acquisition expands its reach with a new generation of buyers and sellers while strengthening its position in consumer-to-consumer ecommerce and fashion resale.
For clothing resellers, vintage sellers, sneaker sellers, and anyone flipping fashion, this is an important marketplace update to follow.
Will Depop Change Under eBay?
No major changes for Depop sellers have been announced.
eBay said it intends to preserve Depop’s brand, community, platform, and customer experience. The company also said it plans to support Depop’s existing growth plans and explore ways the two businesses can work together.
The announcement mentioned several areas where eBay’s experience could support Depop:
- Shipping
- Personalization
- Compliance
- Trusted services
- Buyer and seller experience
However, eBay did not announce specific changes to Depop fees, seller tools, listing limits, shipping options, policies, or account requirements.
For now, sellers should continue following Depop’s current policies and rely on official announcements instead of rumors about possible marketplace changes.
Can Sellers Still Crosslist Between eBay and Depop?
Yes. Resellers can continue to crosslist between eBay and Depop.
Even though eBay now owns Depop, they remain separate marketplaces with separate buyers, seller accounts, listings, and selling experiences.
Crosslisting allows resellers to list inventory across multiple marketplaces and reach different groups of buyers instead of depending on one platform.
With List Perfectly, resellers can crosslist between supported marketplaces, including eBay and Depop, while managing their listings from one central catalog.
The acquisition does not replace the need to create and manage listings for each separate marketplace.
What Should Depop and eBay Sellers Watch Next?
The acquisition is complete, but it is still early.
Depop and eBay sellers should watch for official updates involving:
- Depop seller tools
- Shipping options
- Marketplace policies
- Seller fees
- Listing features
- Buyer and seller protection
- Account or selling requirements
- Connections between eBay and Depop
None of these specific changes has been announced. They are simply the areas sellers should monitor as Depop begins its next chapter under eBay ownership.
For now, the most important facts are clear:
- eBay officially owns Depop.
- Depop will remain a separate marketplace.
- Depop will keep its distinct brand and platform.
- No major seller-facing changes have been announced.
- Resellers can continue listing, crosslisting, and selling on both marketplaces.
We will continue following official eBay and Depop announcements and sharing updates that matter to resellers.
Frequently Asked Questions About eBay Buying Depop
Did eBay buy Depop?
Yes. eBay officially completed its acquisition of Depop on July 30, 2026.
Who owns Depop now?
Depop is now owned by eBay. Depop will operate as a complementary business while keeping its own brand, platform, customer experience, community, and culture.
Is Depop becoming part of the eBay marketplace?
No. Depop remains a separate marketplace. Sellers will continue using Depop and eBay separately.
Will Depop seller fees change?
No changes to Depop seller fees were announced when eBay completed the acquisition. Sellers should watch Depop’s official updates for any future changes.
Will Depop listings automatically appear on eBay?
No. eBay did not announce that Depop listings will automatically appear on eBay or that eBay listings will automatically appear on Depop.
Can resellers still crosslist between eBay and Depop?
Yes. Since eBay and Depop remain separate marketplaces, resellers can continue to crosslist their inventory to both platforms.
Why did eBay buy Depop?
eBay said the acquisition strengthens its position in fashion resale and expands its reach with younger buyers and sellers. Depop has built a strong community around secondhand and circular fashion.
