Easy Tech TutsHow to Combine Postage on eBay, Create Flat or Promotional Shipping Rules Easily 2026
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Combined postage lets eBay sellers offer discounted or flat-rate shipping when buyers purchase more than one item, which can encourage larger orders. This guide covers accessing shipping preferences, enabling combined payments, and setting up promotional shipping rules.
01Access shipping preferences
Open your eBay seller shipping settings, where combined postage and rule options are managed.
02Enable combined payments
Turn on combined payments so buyers purchasing multiple items can check out together.
03Create a discounted shipping rule
Set up a rule that automatically applies discounted or flat postage when a buyer purchases more than one item.
04Add promotional shipping offers
Create promotional shipping offers to encourage multi-item purchases and boost overall sales.
05Apply to domestic and international orders
Combined postage rules can be configured for both domestic and international shipping.
06Manage shipping profiles and exclusions
Review your shipping profiles and set any necessary exclusions so combined postage works smoothly with your listings.
Frequently asked questions
What is combined postage on eBay?
It's a shipping rule that offers discounted or flat-rate postage when a buyer purchases more than one item from you.
Does combined postage work for international shipping?
Yes, you can set up combined postage rules for both domestic and international orders.
How do I create a flat shipping rate?
You can configure a flat-rate shipping rule within your eBay shipping preferences, applied automatically at checkout.
Can I exclude certain items from combined postage?
Yes, you can set exclusions in your shipping profiles so combined postage only applies where intended.
Does combined postage help increase sales?
Yes, offering discounted or promotional shipping on multiple items can encourage buyers to purchase more at once.
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