How Depop Fees Work in 2026
Depop's fee structure is distinct among resale platforms. For US sellers with eligible USD listings, Depop does not charge a Depop Selling fee — meaning 0% platform fee on the seller's side. Instead, the primary cost is the payment processing fee of 3.3% plus $0.45 per transaction, applied to the item price plus buyer-paid shipping plus any applicable tax. Additionally, buyers pay a marketplace fee (estimated up to 5% + up to $1.00), which is separate and does not reduce the seller's payout. Optional boosted listings carry a 12% fee, charged only when a boosted item actually sells.
Depop Selling Fee
Depop does not charge a Depop Selling fee for US eligible sales in USD. This means 0% platform fee deducted from your payout. Sellers in other regions or selling in non-USD currencies may have different fee structures. Always verify your current rates on the Depop Help Center.
Depop Payment Processing Fee
The payment processing fee applies to every transaction and is paid by the seller. It is calculated as:
Payment Processing Fee = (Item Price + Buyer Shipping + Tax) × 3.3% + $0.45
For a $50 item with $5 buyer shipping and $0 tax: ($50 + $5 + $0) × 3.3% + $0.45 = $1.815 + $0.45 = $2.27
Note: buyer-paid shipping is included in the base because Depop processes the full payment including shipping.
Depop Marketplace Fee for Buyers
The Depop marketplace fee is paid by the buyer, not deducted from the seller's payout. It is estimated at up to 5% of the item price plus up to $1.00 fixed. The exact amount is shown at checkout and varies. In this calculator, the buyer marketplace fee is displayed for reference so you can see the full cost a buyer pays.
Important distinction: The buyer marketplace fee is not a seller cost. It is separate from the payment processing fee that Depop deducts from seller payouts. Sellers receive the item price minus payment processing (and optional boosting fee), regardless of the buyer marketplace fee amount.
Depop Boosted Listing Fee
Depop's boosted listings feature lets sellers pay to increase visibility. The boosting fee is 12% of the item price plus buyer shipping (UK/US markets). Key points:
- The boosting fee is optional and off by default in this calculator
- The fee is only charged when a boosted item sells — no charge for boosting without a sale
- Boost base = item price + buyer-paid shipping (tax not included)
- For a $50 sale with $5 buyer shipping: $55 × 12% = $6.60 boosting fee
Seller Payout vs Buyer Total Cost
Depop uses a dual-track model:
Seller Net Payout = Item Price + Buyer Shipping − Payment Processing − Boosting Fee (if boosted) − Seller Shipping Cost
Buyer Total Cost = Item Price + Buyer Shipping + Tax + Buyer Marketplace Fee
The two tracks are independent. The buyer marketplace fee goes to Depop from the buyer's side; it does not reduce what the seller receives.
Depop Profit Formula
Net Profit = Seller Net Payout − Product Cost − Packaging Cost − Return Reserve − Other Costs
Return Reserve = Seller Net Payout × (Return/Refund Reserve %)
Depop Fee Example: $25, $50 and $100 Sales
Example 1: $25 sale, $0 buyer shipping, $0 tax
- Depop Selling Fee: $0.00 (0% for US eligible sales)
- Payment Processing: ($25 + $0 + $0) × 3.3% + $0.45 = $0.825 + $0.45 = $1.28
- Buyer Marketplace Fee: $25 × 5% + $1.00 = $1.25 + $1.00 = $2.25 (buyer-paid)
- Seller Gross Receipts: $25.00
- Seller Net Payout: $25.00 − $1.28 = $23.72
- Buyer Total Cost: $25.00 + $2.25 = $27.25
Example 2: $50 sale, $5 buyer shipping, $0 tax
- Depop Selling Fee: $0.00 (0% for US eligible sales)
- Payment Processing: ($50 + $5 + $0) × 3.3% + $0.45 = $1.815 + $0.45 = $2.27
- Buyer Marketplace Fee: $50 × 5% + $1.00 = $2.50 + $1.00 = $3.50 (buyer-paid)
- Seller Gross Receipts: $55.00
- Seller Net Payout: $55.00 − $2.27 = $52.73
- Buyer Total Cost: $50 + $5 + $3.50 = $58.50
Example 3: $100 sale, $8 buyer shipping, $0 tax
- Depop Selling Fee: $0.00 (0% for US eligible sales)
- Payment Processing: ($100 + $8 + $0) × 3.3% + $0.45 = $3.564 + $0.45 = $4.01
- Buyer Marketplace Fee: $100 × 5% + $1.00 = $5.00 + $1.00 = $6.00 (buyer-paid)
- Seller Gross Receipts: $108.00
- Seller Net Payout: $108.00 − $4.01 = $103.99
- Buyer Total Cost: $100 + $8 + $6.00 = $114.00
Depop vs Vinted Fees
Both Depop and Vinted offer 0% seller fee in their standard flows for eligible sellers. The key differences lie in payment processing and buyer protection structures. Use our Depop vs Vinted comparison to find the best fit for your reselling strategy.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Depop take from sellers?
Depop does not charge a Depop Selling fee for US eligible USD sales (0%). The main seller-side cost is the payment processing fee of 3.3% + $0.45 per transaction. Sellers in other regions or with non-USD sales may have different fee structures — check the Depop Help Center for your region.
Does Depop charge a seller fee in the US?
No Depop Selling fee applies for US eligible USD sales. The primary cost to sellers is the payment processing fee of 3.3% of (item price + buyer shipping + tax) plus a $0.45 fixed fee. This is separate from the buyer-paid marketplace fee.
What is the Depop payment processing fee?
The payment processing fee is 3.3% of the total (item price + buyer shipping + tax) plus a $0.45 fixed fee. For example, a $50 sale with $5 buyer shipping and $0 tax: ($50 + $5) × 3.3% + $0.45 = $1.815 + $0.45 = $2.27.
What is the Depop marketplace fee?
The Depop marketplace fee is paid by the buyer, not the seller. It is estimated at up to 5% of the item price plus up to $1.00 fixed. The exact amount is shown at checkout and is not deducted from the seller's payout.
Is the Depop marketplace fee paid by the buyer or seller?
The Depop marketplace fee is paid by the buyer. The seller receives the item price minus the payment processing fee (and any optional boosting fee if the listing was boosted). The buyer marketplace fee is separate and does not affect seller earnings.
How much is the Depop boosted listing fee?
The Depop boosted listing fee is 12% of the item price plus buyer-paid shipping, charged only when a boosted item sells. It is optional and off by default. The 12% rate applies in the UK and US markets.
How do I calculate Depop profit?
Step 1: Calculate payment processing = (item price + buyer shipping + tax) × 3.3% + $0.45. Step 2: Net payout = item price + buyer shipping − payment processing − boosting fee (if boosted) − seller shipping. Step 3: Net profit = net payout − product cost − packaging − return reserve − other costs.
Is Depop cheaper than Vinted?
For sellers, both Depop and Vinted have 0% standard seller fee in their base flows. The key difference is Depop's payment processing fee (3.3% + $0.45) versus Vinted's fee structure. For buyers, both platforms charge a buyer protection fee. Use the respective calculators to compare your exact scenario.
Note: eBay's planned acquisition of Depop (announced 2026) is under UK CMA review. Fee structure reflects current Depop official pages as of June 2026.