The Item Box for eBay UK plugin allows you to showcase items from eBay.co.uk on your WordPress site using simple shortcodes. This plugin is perfect for bloggers, affiliate marketers, and anyone who wants to highlight specific eBay listings on their site.
Features
- Display individual or multiple eBay items using shortcodes.
- Customisable output with item title, image, and a link to the listing.
- Easy setup with a settings page to enter your eBay API credentials.
- Secure API token management with automatic token refresh.
- Lightweight and fast to ensure your site remains speedy.
Shortcode Usage
Use the following shortcode to display eBay items:
[ebay_item item_id=”123456789012″]
To display multiple items, separate the item IDs with commas:
[ebay_item item_id=”123456789012,234567890123,345678901234″]
How to Create eBay API Credentials
To use this plugin, you need a Client ID and Client Secret from eBay UK. Follow these steps to create them:
- Visit the eBay Developer Program website.
- Log in with your eBay account or create a new developer account.
- Navigate to My Account > Application Keys.
- Click Create a Keyset and select the environment (Sandbox for testing or Production for live use).
- Fill in the required details and submit the form.
- Once approved, your Client ID and Client Secret will be displayed. Copy these and enter them into the plugin’s settings page.
External API
This plugin uses the eBay API to fetch item data. By using this plugin, you agree to eBay’s API terms of use: https://developer.ebay.com/terms
License
This plugin is licensed under the GPLv2 or later. For details, see https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html.