Save 10–30% on shipping
Transdirect rates are typically cheaper than standard parcel post, saving both you and your buyers money.
eBay postage calculator
Overview
Section titled “Overview”The Transdirect eBay postage calculator is a free widget you can embed directly in your eBay listing descriptions. It lets potential buyers enter parcel details and see real shipping costs — helping them make a purchase decision with confidence.
Free to use
The calculator widget is completely free. No setup fees, no monthly charges.
How it works
Section titled “How it works”You enter your pickup location and parcel details once, and the calculator page generates a small HTML snippet — a Get a quote link — to paste into your eBay listing description. When a buyer clicks the link, the Transdirect quote calculator opens with your parcel details already filled in; the buyer enters their delivery suburb and postcode and sees the available shipping rates.
Rates are pulled live from the Transdirect courier network, so buyers always see current pricing.
Add the calculator to your listings
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Enter your parcel details
Go to the Transdirect eBay postage calculator page and enter your pickup suburb, address type, and the package type, dimensions, and weight for the item you are listing.
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Grab the free code
Copy the generated HTML code snippet — a Get a quote link carrying your parcel details.
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Paste into your eBay listing
Edit your eBay listing and paste the code into the Item Description field (HTML view). The link appears inline within your listing description.
Why use it?
Section titled “Why use it?”- Competitive rates — Transdirect rates are among the cheapest in the industry, typically cheaper than standard parcel post.
- Buyer confidence — Buyers can see exact shipping costs before committing to a purchase, reducing post-sale disputes.
- No surprises — Accurate quotes mean you won’t undercharge or overcharge for shipping.