Etsy Fees 2026: Complete Seller Pricing Guide
Complete Etsy fee breakdown 2026: 6.5% transaction fee, $0.20 listing fee, 3%+$0.25 payment processing (US), and 12-15% Offsite Ads. No monthly fees for standard accounts. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Transaction Fees 2026
Etsy transaction fee is 6.5% of the total order amount including shipping and gift wrap. No minimum per-transaction fee. Separate from listing and payment processing fees. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Listing Fees 2026
Etsy listing fee is $0.20 per item, active for 4 months or until the item sells. Relisting and auto-renewal each cost another $0.20. Separate from transaction and payment fees. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Payment Processing Fees 2026
Etsy Payments processing fee is 3% + $0.25 per transaction in the US. Rates vary by country. Separate from the 6.5% transaction fee and $0.20 listing fee. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Promoted Listings Fees 2026
Etsy Promoted Listings use a cost-per-click model with 3-5% ad fee based on the sale price. Average CPC $0.10-$0.50. Optional; within-Etsy advertising. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Offsite Ads Fees 2026
Etsy Offsite Ads charge 15% of the sale price if your shop earned under $10,000 in the past 365 days, or 12% if at or above that threshold. Only applies when an attributed offsite ad generates the order. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Shipping Label Fees 2026
Etsy shipping labels offer discounted USPS, UPS, and FedEx rates through the platform. Sellers purchase labels directly in Etsy; no markup on carrier rates. Savings of up to 30% vs retail pricing. Updated June 2026.
Etsy UK Fees 2026
UK sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus Etsy Payments processing (4% + ÂĢ0.20). 20% UK VAT applies to buyer prices where relevant. Etsy collects and remits VAT on qualifying sales. Updated June 2026.
Etsy EU Fees 2026
EU sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus country-specific Etsy Payments processing, commonly 4% + âŽ0.30 in many EU markets. VAT rules vary by country (19% DE, 20% FR, etc.). Etsy may collect and remit VAT on eligible B2C digital sales. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Canada Fees 2026
Canadian sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus Etsy Payments processing, commonly 3% + C$0.25 for domestic or US orders. GST/HST is collected by Etsy on Canadian sales per Canadian tax rules. Etsy remits applicable taxes on the seller's behalf. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Australia Fees 2026
Australian sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus Etsy Payments processing, commonly 3% + A$0.25 for domestic orders. GST is collected by Etsy on Australian sales at 10%. Etsy remits GST to the ATO on eligible sales. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Germany Fees 2026
German sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus Etsy Payments processing, commonly 4% + âŽ0.30. 19% German MwSt (VAT) is added to buyer prices. Etsy collects and remits MwSt on qualifying B2C sales within Germany. Updated June 2026.
Etsy France Fees 2026
French sellers pay 6.5% transaction fee plus Etsy Payments processing, commonly 4% + âŽ0.30. 20% TVA (French VAT) applies to buyer prices. Etsy collects and remits TVA on eligible sales to French tax authorities. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Handmade Policy Fees 2026
Etsy Handmade policy requires products to be designed and made by the seller. Supplies and mass-produced items are prohibited. Sellers must disclose production methods and may be asked to provide evidence. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Vintage Policy Fees 2026
Etsy Vintage items must be at least 20 years old. Sold as-is with authenticity standards. Vintage sellers pay standard Etsy fees: 6.5% transaction + $0.20 listing + payment processing. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Craft Supply Fees 2026
Etsy craft supply items pay 6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 listing. Items must be materials for making handmade goods (e.g., fabric, yarn, beads). Not for finished products. Standard Etsy selling fees apply. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Digital Download Fees 2026
Etsy digital download fees are 6.5% transaction + $0.20 listing. No shipping fees since items are delivered electronically. Digital items must be uploaded as a file and are delivered automatically after purchase. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Plus & Subscription Fees 2026
Etsy Plus costs $10/month and includes 15 listing credits, a custom shop URL, and enhanced shop banner and icon options. For high-volume sellers, the listing credits alone can offset the monthly cost. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Patterns Website Fees 2026
Etsy Patterns costs $15/month for a standalone website powered by Etsy. Includes hosting, your custom domain, and Etsy's checkout. You manage your own inventory separate from Etsy listings. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Express Listings Fees 2026
Etsy Express Listings cost $0.20 each and activate within 4 hours. They appear higher in search results and are available to sellers with Express addresses. Charged in addition to the regular $0.20 listing fee. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Label Prints & Packaging Fees 2026
Etsy label printing offers discounted carrier rates (USPS, UPS, FedEx) purchased directly in Etsy. No markup on shipping costs. Sellers pay Etsy for the label and Etsy coordinates with the carrier. Updated June 2026.
Etsy SEO & Listing Optimization Costs 2026
Etsy SEO is free; success depends on title, tags, photos, and description quality. Sponsored Listings (Etsy Promoted Listings) use a CPC model at 3-5% ad fee per sale. No fee for organic listing optimization effort. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Star Seller Program Fees 2026
Etsy Star Seller is a free program requiring 90-day order volume, response time, and tracking scan thresholds. No additional fees. Star Seller badges appear on your shop and listings. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Originals Program Fees 2026
Etsy Originals is an invite-only program for top sellers demonstrating exceptional craft. No additional fees beyond standard Etsy fees. Provides additional visibility and promotional opportunities within Etsy. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Design Services Fees 2026
Etsy Design Services charge a flat 15% commission on products designed by Etsy Design. Sellers work with Etsy's design team to create products sold in the Etsy Design storefront. Separate from standard Etsy seller fees. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Multi-Currency Fees 2026
Etsy multi-currency sellers receive payment in their listed currency. A 2.5% currency conversion fee applies if your bank account currency differs from the sale currency. Set up a local currency bank account to avoid this fee. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Refund & Return Fees 2026
Etsy does not charge a separate refund fee. However, sellers forfeit the transaction fee on refunded orders. Payment processing fees are not refunded. Return shipping costs depend on your return policy and whether the item is faulty. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Chargeback & Dispute Fees 2026
Etsy chargeback dispute fees are $15.00 per case if the buyer wins the dispute. If the seller wins, the fee is refunded. Prevention through clear photos, accurate descriptions, and fast shipping reduces chargeback risk. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Gift Wrap & Personalized Fees 2026
Etsy Gift Wrap is an optional buyer-paid add-on at $0.50-$3.00. Sellers set their own pricing and keep 100% of gift wrap revenue. No Etsy fees apply to the gift wrap charge itself. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Fundraising & Charity Fees 2026
Etsy Fundraising allows sellers to donate a portion of sales to a charity. The 6.5% transaction fee still applies to the full sale amount. No additional platform fees beyond standard Etsy selling fees. Updated June 2026.
Etsy Wedding Registry Fees 2026
Etsy Wedding Registry lets couples register for items from multiple shops. Sellers pay standard Etsy fees (6.5% transaction + $0.20 listing + payment processing) on registry sales. Etsy does not charge a separate registry fee. Updated June 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Etsy's fees?
Etsy charges a 6.5% transaction fee plus a $0.20 listing fee and country-specific Etsy Payments processing. For a US $50 order with no shipping or ads, base Etsy fees are about $5.20.
Does Etsy charge monthly fees?
No, Etsy has no monthly fees for standard seller accounts.
Are Etsy advertising fees worth it?
Etsy promoted listings at 3-5% can be effective for high-margin handmade products.
How do Etsy fees compare to eBay or Amazon?
Etsy's total of ~9.5-10.5% (6.5% transaction + 3% payment) is lower than eBay (13-17%) or Amazon (15-25% with FBA). For a $50 sale: Etsy ~$4.75, eBay ~$7-8, Amazon FBA ~$9-12. Etsy's lower fees make it ideal for handmade and vintage sellers.