Complete User Manual

FlipBot Manual

Everything you need to know to start listing, selling, and getting paid.

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What is FlipBot?

FlipBot (@Marketplaceflipbot) is a Telegram bot that lets you sell your clothing on eBay Canada without needing your own eBay account, without dealing with listings, shipping policies, or payment setup — and without ever leaving Telegram.

You send photos of your item. Our AI reads the photos, writes the full listing for you, and posts it live on eBay Canada in under a minute. When it sells, you get paid your cut automatically.

Think of it like a consignment store, except it's on eBay, it's automated, and you keep 77% of every sale.


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Why We Use Our eBay Account (Not Yours)

When you sell on eBay, the platform requires a verified seller account with an established history, connected payment method, shipping policies, and return policies already configured. Setting all of this up from scratch takes days, and new accounts get limited until they build trust with eBay.

Our account already has all of this in place — verified seller status, shipping policies, payment processing, and a transaction history. When your item is listed through us, it benefits from that credibility immediately. Your listing goes live faster, gets better placement in search results, and buyers trust it more than a brand new account with zero history.

This also means you never have to deal with eBay's seller interface, policy compliance, or account management. You just send photos and collect your money.


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How the Fees Work

Every sale is split three ways:

Who Cut Why
eBay~13%Platform fee — charged to all sellers, non-negotiable
Us10%For running the account, managing listings, handling disputes
You~77%Your payout for the item

Example: Your hoodie sells for $100.

eBay takes $13 We take $10 You receive $77

There are no listing fees, no upfront costs, and no charge if the item doesn't sell. You only pay when it sells.


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Getting Access

FlipBot is invite-only to prevent misuse and maintain listing quality.

  1. 1 Open Telegram and search @Marketplaceflipbot
  2. 2 Send any message or tap Start
  3. 3 The bot automatically submits your access request to the admin — you don't need to do anything else
  4. 4 Once the admin approves you, you'll receive a confirmation and can start listing immediately

info You do not need to send your Telegram ID manually — the bot handles that automatically.


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How to Create a Listing

Step 1 — Start

Type /list or /start in the bot. This opens a new listing session. You can only have one active session at a time — use /cancel to reset if needed.

Step 2 — Send Photos

Send up to 10 photos of your item. The more detail you provide, the better the AI performs. Each photo you send gets acknowledged with a count.

When you're done sending photos, either type /done or tap the "Done - Analyze with AI" button.

What to photograph:
photo_camera Front of the item (flat lay on clean surface)
photo_camera Back of the item
photo_camera Side or detail shots
label Size tag close-up — AI reads this directly
checkroom Material/fabric tag — AI reads composition
branding_watermark Brand tag close-up
report_problem Any stains, holes, fading, or damage — buyers expect honesty and it protects you from disputes

light_mode Tip: Good lighting makes a major difference. Natural light near a window is ideal. Avoid dark or blurry shots — they reduce buyer confidence and AI accuracy.

Step 3 — AI Analysis

After you send /done, the bot downloads your photos and sends them to GPT-4o, which reads every tag and detail visible in the images. Within about 30 seconds you'll receive:

  • check_circle Price Research — what similar items are currently listed for on eBay, and what they've recently sold for, with a suggested price
  • check_circle AI Analysis — a full suggested listing including title, description, brand, category, style, department, color, size, size type, material, and country of origin

Step 4 — Review and Override

You can accept everything with /approve, or override any individual field before posting:

Command What it changes
/titleListing title (max 80 characters)
/descriptionItem description
/brandBrand name
/categoryItem category (Tops, Bottoms, Hoodie, etc.)
/styleStyle (Casual, Athletic, Streetwear, etc.)
/departmentMen / Women / Unisex / Boys / Girls
/colorPrimary color
/sizeSize (S, M, L, XL, 32, etc.)
/sizetypeRegular, Plus, Petite, etc.
/materialFabric composition
/originCountry of manufacture

Example: /title Nike Air Force 1 White Size 10 Men's Sneaker

Step 5 — Set Your Price

Enter your asking price in CAD as a number. Example: 45

The bot will show you the suggested price based on real eBay sold data if available.

Step 6 — Choose Condition

Select one of four options:

New with tags Unworn, tags attached
Like new Worn once or twice, no visible wear
Good Normal wear, no major flaws
Acceptable Visible wear, flaws noted in description

Step 7 — Offers

Choose whether to accept buyer offers below your asking price. If yes, you can set a minimum offer threshold — any offer below that amount gets automatically declined. This saves you from lowball offers without having to manually respond to every one.

Step 8 — Promote (Optional)

Promoted listings appear higher in eBay search results. You set a percentage (typically 2–5%) that you're willing to pay only if the item sells. Higher percentage = more visibility. You pay nothing if it doesn't sell.

check_circle Step 9 — Confirm and Post

Review the full listing summary — photos, all fields, price, condition, offers, and promotion. Tap Post to eBay and the bot uploads your photos, creates the listing, and sends you a direct link to your live eBay listing.


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Managing Your Listings

Type /mylistings to open your listings dashboard.

inventory_2 Active Listings

View all your currently live listings with title, price, and offer status. From here you can:

  • edit Edit — change title or price
  • cancel End — remove from eBay
  • campaign Promote — add/remove promotion

sell Sold Listings

View your complete sales history with sale price, date, and your payout amount per item. Items show as "Pending" until the admin marks them paid.

analytics Stats

Overview of your total active listings, combined value, items sold, total earned, and current pending payout.


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Tracking Sales & Payouts

Type /mysales for a quick summary:

inventory_2

Active Listings

Currently live on eBay

sell

Items Sold

Total sales count

payments

Pending Payout

Amount owed to you

When an item sells, you'll receive an automatic Telegram notification with the item title and sale price.

Payouts are handled by the admin and sent to you directly. Once paid, your sold items are marked as settled.


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Buyer Offers & Messages

The bot keeps you in the loop:

  • local_offerIf a buyer submits an offer, you'll get a Telegram notification showing the offer amount vs. your asking price
  • chatIf a buyer sends a question about your item, you'll get a Telegram notification with their message

warning Important: Offers and messages must be responded to directly on eBay. The bot notifies you, but the response happens on the eBay platform itself. The admin can assist if needed.


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Commands Reference

Command What it does
Core Commands
/listStart a new listing
/startSame as /list
/doneFinished sending photos, trigger AI analysis
/approveAccept all AI suggestions and move to pricing
/cancelCancel the current listing session
/mylistingsView and manage all your listings
/mysalesQuick view of your sales stats
/helpFull help message with fee breakdown
/aboutAbout the bot
Override Commands
/titleOverride the AI title
/descriptionOverride the AI description
/brandOverride the brand
/categoryOverride the category
/styleOverride the style
/departmentOverride the department
/colorOverride the color
/sizeOverride the size
/sizetypeOverride the size type
/materialOverride the material
/originOverride the country of origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to create a listing?

Under 2 minutes for most items. The AI analysis takes about 30 seconds. The rest is just reviewing and confirming.

What if the AI gets something wrong?

Use the override commands to fix any field before posting. You review everything before it goes live — nothing is posted without your confirmation.

Can I list non-clothing items?

Currently the bot is optimized for clothing. Other items may not get accurate AI analysis for size, material, or category fields. Ask the admin if you're unsure.

What if my item doesn't sell?

Nothing happens — there are no listing fees or charges. You can end the listing at any time from /mylistings, or just leave it up. Listings stay active until sold, ended, or expired.

When do I get paid?

After your item sells, the sale is logged and your payout is marked as pending. The admin sends payouts directly. You can always check your owed amount with /mysales.

Can I adjust my price after listing?

Yes — go to /mylistings → Active → Edit → Price. The price updates live on eBay.

What if a buyer has a problem with the item?

If a buyer opens a dispute (item not as described, defect not disclosed, etc.), you are responsible. eBay makes the final call on all disputes — if they side with the buyer, your payout for that item may be reduced or withheld entirely. This is why honesty about condition is critical. Accurate descriptions and photos of flaws prevent most disputes.

Who pays for shipping?

If shipping is required on a sale, the seller (you) is responsible for shipping costs. These are deducted from your payout or paid directly depending on the arrangement with the admin.

How do I get help?

Message @Nickcharles1 directly on Telegram for any questions not covered here.

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