: Most major cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover) are accepted directly through eBay's secure checkout.

Yes, it is entirely safe to buy from eBay without a PayPal account . While PayPal was once the standard, eBay has moved to its own integrated payment system that allows for several secure alternatives.

According to eBay , you can complete your purchase using several other methods:

The item is damaged or doesn't match the listing description. The seller doesn't fulfill their return policy.

: Never agree to pay a seller via wire transfer, cash, or third-party apps like Venmo or CashApp outside of eBay’s checkout. These methods are not protected.

Even without PayPal, your transaction is still covered by the eBay Money Back Guarantee . This policy ensures you get the item you ordered or your money back if: The item never arrives.