wt they ment by " Shipping Insurance " at ebay !

Discussion in 'Payment Processing' started by Isaaf, Jun 24, 2009.

  1. #1
    Hello Dear Friends,

    Sorry if it was at wrong section but since ebay belongs to paypal , i thought it is better to seek for advice here.


    Well. i've bought something and in the bill, i've found

    Item price : $11.09 USD

    Shipping & Handling via Standard International Flat Rate Shipping - US
    (includes any seller handling fees): --

    Shipping Insurance (optional): $3.99 USD
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    Total: $$15.08 USD

    So wt they mean by Shipping Insurance since it is free shipping !

    and does insurance means, i will get that $3.99 back or it to means sure i deliver the pack save and not broken !

    and wt if it was broken !

    sorry for newbie question but i'm feeling i'm a manic of ebay lol it is very lovely

    thanks guys
     
    Isaaf, Jun 24, 2009 IP
  2. jestep

    jestep Prominent Member

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    UPS and other carriers offer insurance on packages. It basically insures the value of the shipment from getting lost or broken.

    You will not get the $3.99 back regardless of the package condition. If the package is lost or damaged, you can get back the value of the package. Generally it's not worth the cost unless it's for more expensive or very fragile items.
     
    jestep, Jun 24, 2009 IP
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