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How Inventory Sync Works Between Amazon and eBay

Learn how inventory quantities stay in sync between Amazon and eBay, and how sales on either platform automatically update your listings.

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How Inventory Sync Works

When your items are crosslisted between Amazon and eBay, AccelerList helps keep your inventory aligned across both platforms.

๐Ÿ”„ Automatic Quantity Updates

  • If an item sells on Amazon, the quantity on eBay is automatically reduced

  • If an item sells on eBay, the quantity on Amazon is also adjusted accordingly (based on your workflow)

This helps prevent overselling and keeps your listings accurate across platforms.


What Happens When Quantity Reaches Zero

When the quantity of an item reaches 0:

๐Ÿ‘‰ The eBay listing will automatically be ended/closed

This ensures:

  • You donโ€™t sell items that are no longer available

  • Your account stays compliant with eBay performance standards


Important Notes

  • Sync is not always instant and may take a short time depending on system updates

  • Manual quantity changes made directly in Amazon do not automatically sync to eBay

  • Automatic updates are primarily triggered by sales activity


Best Practices

  • Keep your inventory accurate before crosslisting

  • Monitor quantities regularly

  • Use manual sync if something looks off


Quick Summary

  • Sales on either platform trigger automatic quantity updates

  • eBay quantity decreases when items sell on Amazon

  • When quantity hits 0, the eBay listing is automatically closed


๐Ÿ’ก Tip: Always double-check your inventory before listing to avoid sync issues and overselling.

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