Understanding Seller Fees on OneBuy
OneBuy charges sellers 0% fees. Buyers pay a small 3.5% protection fee. Learn how this works and why OneBuy is the most seller-friendly marketplace.
£0
Listing Fees
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Seller Commission
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Buyer Protection Fee
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Keep Your Profits
What Are Seller Fees on OneBuy?
OneBuy does not charge sellers any fees. Sellers keep 100% of their sale price. The platform operates on a model where the buyer pays a small 3.5% Buyer Protection feeon their purchase, which covers secure payment processing, buyer protection insurance, and dispute resolution.
This makes OneBuy the most seller-friendly marketplace in the UK — no listing fees, no commission, no monthly subscriptions, and no hidden charges.
💡 Key Fact
Sellers pay 0% fees on OneBuy. The buyer pays a 3.5% protection fee, which is automatically added at checkout. Sellers receive the full item price.
How the Buyer Protection Fee Works
When a buyer purchases an item on OneBuy, the 3.5% Buyer Protection feeis automatically added at checkout. Here's a breakdown:
💰 Fee Breakdown Example
| Component | Amount | Who Pays |
|---|---|---|
| Item Price | £100.00 | Buyer |
| Buyer Protection Fee (3.5%) | £3.50 | Buyer |
| Total Paid by Buyer | £103.50 | Buyer |
| Seller Receives | £100.00 | ✅ Seller |
* Seller receives 100% of the item price. The buyer pays the protection fee.
What the Buyer Protection Fee Covers
The 3.5% Buyer Protection fee automatically covers all eligible items for up to 180 days after purchase. Buyers can make a claim if:
- The order doesn't arrive — Item never delivered
- The order isn't as described — Wrong item or misleading listing
- The order arrived damaged or faulty — Item is broken or defective
- There's an issue with the refund — Seller won't refund
🛡️ Buyer Protection Benefits
- ✅ Secure payment processing
- ✅ Buyer protection insurance (180 days)
- ✅ Dispute resolution support
- ✅ Shipping label generation
- ✅ Payment fraud prevention
Why OneBuy's Fee Model Attracts Sellers
OneBuy positions itself as a seller-first marketplace, meaning the platform does notcompete directly with its merchants by selling its own inventory. This is a major advantage for sellers:
- No platform competition — OneBuy doesn't undercut your prices
- 100% of your profits — No commission deductions
- No monthly fees — Keep more of your earnings
- No listing fees — List unlimited items at zero cost
- Growing European presence — Access to 21 European markets
Comparison with Other Marketplaces
| Fee | OneBuy | eBay | Vinted | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seller Listing Fee | ✅ £0 | ❌ From £27/month | ✅ £0 | ❌ From £25/month |
| Seller Commission | ✅ 0% | ❌ 7-15% + £0.40 | ✅ 0% | ❌ 8-15% |
| Buyer Protection Fee | ✅ 3.5% | ✅ None | ⚠️ 5% + £0.70 | ✅ None |
| Platform Competes with Sellers | ✅ No | ❌ Yes | ✅ No | ❌ Yes |
| Keep 100% of Sale Price | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes | ❌ No |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is OneBuy really free for sellers?
Yes! OneBuy charges no listing fees, no monthly subscription fees, and no commission on sales. Sellers keep 100% of their sale price.
What does the buyer protection fee cover?
The 3.5% fee covers secure payment processing, buyer protection insurance(up to 180 days), dispute resolution, and shipping label generation.
Why doesn't OneBuy charge sellers?
OneBuy's business model is designed to attract sellers by offering a fairer, more transparentmarketplace. They generate revenue through the buyer protection fee rather than charging sellers, making it a genuinely seller-first platform.
How does this compare to eBay?
eBay charges sellers 7-15% commission plus £0.40 per order andmonthly subscription fees (from £27/month). OneBuy charges 0% for sellers.
How does this compare to Amazon?
Amazon charges sellers 8-15% referral fees plus monthly subscription fees(£25+) and fulfilment fees. OneBuy charges 0% for sellers.
How does this compare to Vinted?
Vinted is also free for sellers (0% commission). However, Vinted charges buyers5% + £0.70 buyer protection fee. OneBuy charges buyers 3.5% — lower than Vinted.