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How much does it cost to set up an Etsy shop?

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Ylva Bosemark is a high school entrepreneur and the founder of White Dune Studio, a small company that specializes in laser cut jewelry. As a young adult herself, she is passionate about inspiring other young adults to turn their passions into business ventures.

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Make sure you budget for shipping supplies, such as boxes, tape, packing materials, and any other stickers or tags you want to use to personalize the order.

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How do I register to sell on Etsy?

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When you go to the Etsy homepage, click on the link that says "Sell On Etsy" in the top right corner. It will take you through the steps needed to open your shop.

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Is there a way to still open an Etsy store if I'm having problems with PayPal?

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Yes, you will have to sign up with a valid credit card, though. You cannot open an Etsy shop without either a credit card or PayPal account.

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Is Etsy a free website?

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Unfortunately, no. It costs USD $0.20 to list an item, and there is a transaction fee once the listed item sells.

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How much is the transaction fee after an item sells?

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The transaction fee is 3.5% of whatever you make.

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If I cannot reopen my original shop, can I open a new store?

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Yes. You just might have to use a different email and password for your new store.

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How do I sell a service on Etsy?

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Services are not allowed unless they are making a new item.

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What if I am offering unlimited amounts of an item for sale?

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You only have to pay the $.20 fee to list the item. You do not pay this fee for each sale you make of that item.

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Can I sell sewing patterns on Etsy?

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You should be able to. Etsy allows Crafts, Craft Supplies, and Vintage. If you label yours as Craft Supplies, you'll be able to.

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How old do I have to be to have an Etsy page?

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You have to be 18 to have an Etsy shop.

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Do I have to pay when I list items or each month?

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You have to pay to list an item for four months, then renew it if your product doesn't sell and you wish to keep the listing. There is no monthly payment to be able to sell on Etsy.

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What are the fees for selling on Etsy?

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For each item you list, you must pay $0.20. If your item sells, Etsy gets 3.5% of the purchase price not including shipping. An additional $0.20 and 3% is owed for Etsy payments as well.

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Can two people open a single Etsy store?

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Yes; however, it would have to be through a shared account.

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Can I sell products that are made in China on Etsy?

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You may only sell made-in-China items if you made or designed the item yourself (handmade), if it is a Craft Supply (ex. twine, paint, scissors), or if it is vintage (more than 20 years old). Otherwise, "reselling" items is not allowed.

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Can I open a second Etsy shop?

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Yes, you will just need a new username and password for your second account.

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How old do I have to be to open an Etsy shop?

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At least 18 years old, the age of contractual consent. However, if you have a parent or guardian who is 18 or older then you can open an Etsy store and they vouch for you. You must list them as a member of your team.

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