Key Facts
• October 9, 2025: Mercari announced stricter listing ban policies.
• Trigger: Issues surrounding the listing of Nintendo Switch 2.
• New policy: Switch 2 will be banned from listing upon release.
• Problems identified: Price fluctuations, fraudulent listings, and user safety concerns.
• Measures: Ban items causing safety risks or market instability.
• External experts consulted to revise policies.
• Examples: Empty box listings and misleading product descriptions.
• Future updates: Details to be provided later.
Summary
Mercari announced on October 9, 2025, that it will strengthen its listing ban policies to address issues such as price volatility, fraudulent listings, and user safety concerns. This decision was prompted by problems related to the listing of the Nintendo Switch 2. Under the new policy, the Switch 2 will be prohibited from being listed upon its release. The company consulted external experts to revise its approach, aiming to prevent market instability and protect users. Examples of problematic listings include empty boxes and misleading descriptions. Mercari plans to provide further details on these measures in the future.
