eBay is powering SME growth in every UK postcode
From local high streets to kitchen-table startups, we give independent businesses across the country the platform to thrive on their own terms
Our Impact
Our trusted platform helps UK entrepreneurs drive economic growth across the UK by launching and growing their businesses, building sustainable livelihoods, and reaching customers around the world.
200 k+
small businesses successfully trading on eBay UK
75 %
of small businesses trading on eBay UK are based outside of London and the South East
3 x
eBay’s small businesses export to an average of 18 international markets, 3 times more than traditional businesses
> 40 %
of eBay’s gross merchandise value comes from recommerce
Issues
We champion forward-looking policies that eliminate barriers to growth, enabling independent businesses to scale and innovate in every community across the UK.
eBay is powered by hundreds of thousands of UK small businesses and entrepreneurs in every UK postcode who use our marketplace to grow their business. We champion flexible, pro-enterprise policies that lower barriers to entry.
eBay connects sellers to 136 million buyers in over 190 global markets, transforming local small businesses into ‘micro multinationals’. We believe trade should be frictionless, ensuring the power of cross-border commerce is accessible to businesses of all sizes.
eBay enables millions of people to buy and sell refurbished and pre-loved goods, keeping products in circulation and out of the landfill. We advocate for forward-thinking policies and incentives that protect and scale the UK’s circular economy.
eBay is built on a foundation of trust, giving buyers and sellers the confidence to trade safely and seamlessly. We support clear, proportionate regulatory standards that protect consumers while keeping the digital economy accessible for casual sellers and micro-traders.
Meet our UK Sellers
Meet the sellers turning real-world experience into positive change for online businesses everywhere.
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Lindsay Hayman
Lindsay began her career as a mechanical design engineer, passionate about sustainability and second-hand treasures. She turned to eBay as a way to generate additional income, initially selling...
Lindsay Hayman
Lindsay began her career as a mechanical design engineer, passionate about sustainability and second-hand treasures. She turned to eBay as a way to generate additional income, initially selling household items before discovering jewellery bundles that sparked a new business opportunity. What started as a small resale venture gradually evolved into a successful online business built around creativity, reuse and craftsmanship.
Today, Lindsay is the founder of Ojewellery, a British jewellery brand creating sustainable pieces from recycled precious metals and genuine gemstones. More than two decades after starting her eBay journey, she remains deeply involved in the seller community, co-hosting the Manchester eBay Meetup, mentoring other entrepreneurs and helping new sellers grow their businesses through shared experience and support.
Alex Rose
Cartridge Buyback Social Enterprise
Alex started as a hobby seller on eBay, listing unused items from around the house and exploring auctions. During the pandemic, contacts from that network offered him the chance...
Alex Rose
Cartridge Buyback Social Enterprise
Alex started as a hobby seller on eBay, listing unused items from around the house and exploring auctions. During the pandemic, contacts from that network offered him the chance to acquire unused printer cartridges headed for landfill.
He launched CartridgeBuyBack merging online selling with a social mission. Through the eBay for Change programme and a local incubator, he built a business that now donates 15% of its sales to criminal justice charities supporting people after prison, raising over £16,000 since 2023. For Alex, it's about sustainability and offering second chances.
Matt & Nicola Giles
After working in the electronics industry, Matt and Nicola saw a gap in the market for high-quality refurbished tech. They launched Preloved Tech to focus on laptops, consumer electronics...
Matt & Nicola Giles
After working in the electronics industry, Matt and Nicola saw a gap in the market for high-quality refurbished tech. They launched Preloved Tech to focus on laptops, consumer electronics, and secure IT recycling when refurbishment isn’t possible.
Based in Shropshire, they work with businesses, schools, and individuals to extend the life of unwanted tech. Their eBay store features pre-owned phones, tablets, laptops, and more. For Matt and Nicola, it’s about sustainability—reducing waste, keeping devices in use, and building a circular economy where tech gets a second chance.
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