Unable to change email address

[dimicirce]

I need to change my email address, which I know how to do but...I had accidentally created a new account when Google threw up the option to use my account (and gmail address) with them to sign in. I wasn’t paying attention and a new account was created. I’ve cancelled that ebay account but am still unable to change my existing email address (which I ‘ll be cancelling soon) to that gmail address. 

I note that eBay states it can take between 30 to 60 days for the data to be deleted from a cancelled account. Does anyone have any experience with the actual time taken and is it worth chasing up with eBay to expedite matters. Any other suggestions?

[kopenhagen5 · Accepted solution]

You won't be able to use that email for another eBay account even after the eBay account is cancelled.

I understand it takes years before an email can be used again for an eBay account.

You will simply need to create another email address.

[dimicirce · Accepted solution]

Thanks. How odd that eBay would do that but, knowing that, I can at least set up a new email without waiting around. You've saved me from wasting time. Appreciate the info.

[kopenhagen5 · Accepted solution]

You're welcome. 🙂