Listing Items

PHOTOS - TIPS, REQUIREMENT & POLICIES

1. Every Listing Must Have at Least One Photo

All listings are required to include at least one image.

If your item cannot be photographed:
For example, if you are offering a travel package, repair service, or other non-physical service, you may use images that illustrate your offer. Please note that some images found online may be protected by copyright. Ensure that you have the appropriate rights to use any image you upload.

2. Accepted File Formats

The following image formats are supported:

  • JPG

  • JPEG

  • PNG

  • TIFF

  • TIF

  • BMP

3. File Size Limits

  • Maximum file size per image: 5 MB 

  • Total upload limit per submission: 20 MB 

  • Maximum number of images per listing: 12

4. Minimum and Recommended Image Size

  • Small images may become blurry or pixelated when enlarged.

Minimum requirement:

  • The longest side of the image must be at least 600 pixels. 

PBS Design Layout:

  • Image dimensions: 600 × 600 pixels 

5. Maximum Image Dimensions

Images must not exceed:

  • Width: 1,600 pixels

  • Height: 1,600 pixels 

Images exceeding these dimensions may not upload successfully.

6. Show Exactly What You Are Offering

Images must accurately represent the item or service being listed.

The following are not allowed: 

  • Photos that do not accurately represent the item

  • Placeholder images used to convey messages

  • Stock photos for pre-owned items

Note: Catalog images are permitted; however, they cannot be used as the primary image for pre-owned items, except in the following categories:

  • Books

  • Movies

  • Music

  • Video Games

7. Do Not Use Borders

Photos with added borders are not allowed unless the border is naturally part of the image itself (for example, when photographing a square or rectangular item against a neutral background).

8. Do Not Use Watermarks

Watermarks of any kind are not permitted, including ownership attribution watermarks, logos, or promotional overlays.


Benefits of High-Quality Photos

Product images are one of the most important factors buyers consider when making an online purchase. High-quality photos can help you:

  • Increase sales

  • Reduce buyer questions and returns

  • Improve visibility in search results within PBS and on external search engines

  • Build buyer confidence and trust in your listings