Dear Supporters,

I wanted to provide an update on our ongoing efforts to combat scalping on platforms like eBay and Mercari. Despite persistent efforts and numerous reports, we have unfortunately seen very little success in getting these companies to take meaningful action against scalpers.

I have continued to reach out to both eBay and Mercari, reporting multiple instances of scalped products and requesting stricter enforcement of their policies. While the responses have acknowledged our concerns, the actions taken have been minimal and the scalping problem persists.

It is clear that we need to amplify our voices and continue to push for change. Here’s how you can help:

1.Share our Petition: Encourage your friends, family, and fellow collectors to sign and share this petition. The more signatures we gather, the stronger our message will be.

2.Report Listings: Continue to report listings of scalped products on third-party platforms. Use the reporting mechanisms available on these sites to highlight unfair pricing and scalping activities.

3.Reach Out: Consider sending your own emails or messages to these platforms, expressing your concerns and demanding more robust measures against scalping. Your individual efforts can make a significant difference. I’ve provided a sample e-mail below:

“Subject: Request for Action Against Scalping Practices

Dear [Recipient’s Name/Customer Support Team],

I am writing to express my concern regarding the widespread issue of scalping on your platform. As a loyal user and part of a larger community of collectors, I am deeply troubled by the ongoing practice of scalping, which significantly inflates prices and undermines the fair trading environment that your platform aims to provide.

Despite numerous reports from myself and other members of the community, it appears that minimal action has been taken to address these violations. Scalping not only frustrates genuine buyers but also damages the reputation of your platform.

I respectfully urge you to consider the following measures to combat scalping:

1. Enhanced Monitoring: Utilize advanced algorithms and manual reviews to better identify and remove listings that exhibit unfair pricing practices.
2. Transparency: Provide reporting users with updates on the actions taken against reported listings to increase accountability.
3. Dedicated Scalping Task Force: Establish a team specifically focused on addressing scalping activities swiftly and effectively.

Addressing the issue of scalping is crucial for maintaining the integrity of your marketplace and ensuring a fair experience for all users. I appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to seeing tangible actions taken to mitigate this problem.

Thank you for your time and consideration.

Best regards,

[Your Name]  
[Your Contact Information]  
[Your Username/Account Email]”

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to this cause. Together, we can advocate for fairer practices and ensure that collectibles remain accessible to genuine fans and collectors.

Sincerely,

Anna