Why does eBay take so long to authenticate shoes?

It’s a Covid Christmas, ALL shipping services (USPS,UPS, FedEx etc) are backlogged, the authentication service is probably backlogged as well. In normal times it might be 3 – 4 days to the authenticator, 3 -4 days for them to process, 3 – 4 days to be sent on to you.

Does eBay really authenticate shoes?

When a sneakers purchase is made, the seller ships it directly to eBay’s independent third-party authentication facility for a comprehensive, multi-point physical inspection. Following this rigorous assessment, the sneakers are sent via expedited shipping to the buyer.

What happens if shoes don’t pass eBay authentication?

Your item may be returned to you if it does not pass the authentication checks, or if the item condition is not consistent with your photographs and item description. You will not be charged for the cost of shipping the return and a refund will be issued to the buyer immediately if it was sold already.

How long do shoes take to get authenticated?

Once the item is received at a StockX Authentication Center, it can take 1-2 business days for an item to be inspected. The process can extend a few days if there are issues requiring further inspection from StockX’s Quality Assurance team.

How reliable is eBay authentication?

Then, the authenticator conducts a multi-point inspection to ensure, under no uncertain terms, that the item is precisely what it’s supposed to be and 100% real. After passing the inspection, the item is given a unique authentication card or tag to verify its authenticity.

How good is eBay authenticity for sneakers?

eBay’s Authenticity Guarantee is designed to protect sellers and to allow buyers to shop with confidence. Our expert authenticators physically inspect all eligible items before they are shipped to buyers, as well as all returns prior to sending them back to sellers.