What is Etsy ?
Etsy is an online marketplace where you can buy and sell handmade items, vintage items or craft supplies.
How does Etsy work?
- Seller: The seller opens his shop and lists the product.
- Buyer: The buyer searches for his desired product on Etsy and buys it.
What all can I sell on Etsy?
- There are many things I can sell on Etsy that are handmade. Like
- handmade jewelry
- home decorations / home decor
- handmade clothes
- arts and paintings
- handmade gifts
- wedding or party related items
- items that are 20 years old.
What is the difference between Etsy and Amazon / Flipkart?
- Mostly you will see that on Amazon / Flipkart you will get some branded things and on Etsy you will get unique handmade things.
How to create a seller account on Etsy? Step by step guide
- First of all go to https://www.etsy.com.
- After that on the home page you will get the option to "sign in". Click on it.
- Then click on "register".
- Now create your account by entering your email, name and password.
- You can also sign in to Etsy with Google account (gmail) or Facebook.
- Now go to your profile and enter some things to complete your account.
- After signing in, open your Etsy shop by clicking on "open your Etsy shop".
- Now you choose your language, after that choose your country, then choose the currency in which INR / USD, then you can choose "selling is my full time job" or "part time" whichever you like.
- Choose the name of your etsy shop. In which you will have to keep a unique name - from 4 to 20 characters. If the name you have chosen is already there then you will have to keep some different name. Just like we keep it on Instagram.
- Now you will have to select the payment method. Here you will have to create a Payoneer account and link it to Etsy. Then you can transfer your payment dollar to your bank account.
- After filling all the information, once your profile is complete, your shop will go live on Etsy.
How to sell product on etsy
- Here you have to go to shop manager > listing > add a listing.
- Then you have to upload your product. Give the title of the product in it.
- Add high quality image.
- Add description of your product. Fill tags and categories properly for your SEO.
- Set the price of your product. ( $4, $10 then upload the file.)
- Now after filling all the information you have to click on "publish" at last.
FQA :
1. Is it possible to sell on Etsy in India?
- Yes, you can sell products from India - be it digital or physical.
2. Is it free to create an account on Etsy?
- Yes, you can create an account for free but they charge $0.20 for product listing.
3. What all can I sell on Etsy?
- Handmade items. Vintage products (20 years old products), digital products (printables, templates), craft supplies (ribbons, fabrics)
4. How do I get paid on Etsy?
- You can transfer it from Payoneer to your bank account.
5. How much can I earn on Etsy?
- Rs.10000 to Rs.100000+ per month (depends on your product)
6. Can I sell goods without tax on Etsy?
- Yes, but it may be required if you earn more, until then you can sell goods on individual seller's tour.
Conclusion :
Earning on Etsy is not just about selling, but about the art of presenting the right thing to the right people in the right way. If you choose the right product and sell it in the right direction, you can earn up to 10,000+. A small start can become a source of big earnings in the future.
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