A comprehensive toolkit for optimizing eBay listings, pricing, and shipping logistics while mitigating fraud risks.
Install & Download
1. ClawHub CLI
The fastest way to install a skill directly from the registry.
npx clawhub@latest install ebay
2. Manual Installation
Copy the skill folder to one of these locations
~/.openclaw/skills/ <project>/skills/ Priority: Workspace > Local > Bundled
3. Prompt Installation
Copy this prompt to OpenClaw to install it automatically.
Help me install ebay using Clawhub. If Clawhub is not installed, install it first (npm i -g clawhub).
Prefer to download?
Get the raw skill files in a ZIP archive.
What is eBay?
The eBay skill is designed for agents and power users looking to professionalize their marketplace operations. It provides a structured methodology for researching sold items, optimizing product titles for search visibility, and accurately calculating multi-tier fee structures. By integrating this skill into your workflow, you leverage a robust framework for selecting between Auction and Buy It Now formats while maintaining strict security protocols to avoid common buyer and seller scams. It is a vital component of the Openclaw Skills ecosystem for anyone engaged in e-commerce flipping or inventory management.
eBay Use Cases
- Conduct automated pricing research by analyzing historical sold data for specific model numbers.
- Generate SEO-optimized listing titles that front-load keywords within the 80-character limit.
- Calculate net profit margins by applying category-specific eBay fees and shipping estimates.
- Vet transactions for high-risk indicators such as address change requests or unverified payments.
- Implement a standardized 30-day return policy to boost search engine visibility.
How eBay Works
- Analyze market value by searching eBay sold listings for exact model matches to establish a realistic price floor.
- Construct an optimized title following the brand, model, and specs hierarchy to maximize click-through rates.
- Apply category-specific fee structures, such as the 13.25% standard or 6% for musical instruments, to determine target profit.
- Determine the shipping strategy based on item weight and dimensions to ensure full cost recovery.
- Monitor buyer interactions for scam red flags and payment clearance before finalizing the fulfillment workflow.
eBay Setup
To begin using this skill within the Openclaw Skills environment, ensure your local directory includes the required reference files for the agent to access:
# Initialize the eBay knowledge base files
touch listing.md pricing.md shipping.md
Configure your AI agent to reference these files when generating listing drafts or calculating profit margins for new inventory items.
eBay Data Schema & Taxonomy
The skill utilizes a structured file-based schema to manage marketplace intelligence and rule sets:
| File | Data Type | Description |
|---|---|---|
listing.md |
Templates | Contains SEO title structures, keyword optimization rules, and character limit constraints. |
pricing.md |
Tables | Stores category-specific fee percentages (3% to 13.25%) and historical sold data logs. |
shipping.md |
Guides | Logic for dimension-based shipping calculations, carrier selection, and handling time buffers. |
eBay Advanced Features
- Multi-category fee calculation automation for specialized items like Guitars, Clothing, or Heavy Equipment.
- Integrated signature requirement triggers for high-value transactions exceeding $750.
- Heuristic-based fraud detection for both seller-side and buyer-side red flags.
- Strategic search ranking optimization through managed return policy configurations.
- Support for advanced inventory flipping workflows within the broader Openclaw Skills ecosystem.
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