eBay Merchandising API

The Merchandising API provides developers with an easy way to surface available items and products on eBay that provide good value or are otherwise popular with eBay buyers. Shopping portals and widgets can use the API and create applications that engage users with contextually-relevant products and items.

Supported Features

Formats: XML, SOAP, Name Value, JSON

Protocols: HTTP GET and POST

APIs supported

• getDeals: Get the best deals on eBay (temporarily not functional)
• getMostWatchedItems: Get items with the highest watch counts
• getRelatedCategoryItems: Get items from related eBay categories
• getSimilarItems: Get items that are similar to the specified item NEW!
• getTopSellingProducts: Get the best selling products on eBay

Resources

Documentation

• Users Guide: Learn more about the Merchandising API
• Call Reference: Browse all calls and the fields they use
• Making a Merchandising API Call: Find out how to make a Merchandising API call
• Release Notes: View enhancements in each release
• Tutorial: A step-by-step guide to using the Merchandising API

Support

• eBay Developer Forums: Free support from your fellow developers and Developer Technical Support
• Developer Support: Choose from paid support offerings, including Support Requests and Live Help