Etsy UK Fee & Profit Calculator
See exactly how much Etsy takes from your handmade sales and how much you keep.
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Understanding Etsy’s True UK Fee Structure
Many UK makers are surprised by how quickly stacked platform charges erode profit margins. When you sell an item on Etsy, the final cut is not a single percentage—it is a combination of transaction charges, processing fees, fixed listing costs, and regulatory adjustments.
The 6.5% Transaction Fee (Including Postage)
Etsy charges a 6.5% transaction fee on the total amount you charge the buyer. Crucially, this includes the postage price you set. If a buyer pays £3.50 for shipping, you pay Etsy 6.5% on that shipping fee as well.
Payment Processing Fees
To accept cards through Etsy Payments in the UK, sellers pay a processing fee of approximately 4% plus a fixed £0.20 charge per transaction.
Listing & Renewal Fees
Every time you list an item or an item sells and automatically renews, Etsy charges a flat listing fee (historically set at $0.20 USD, translating to roughly £0.16 depending on current currency fluctuations).
Frequently Asked Questions
What fees does Etsy charge UK sellers?
Etsy charges a listing fee per item, a transaction fee as a percentage of your total order revenue, and a payment processing fee. For UK sellers, 20% VAT is also applied to all platform fees.
Does Etsy charge transaction fees on postage?
Yes. Etsy calculates its transaction fee percentage across the entire amount paid by the buyer, which includes both your item’s selling price and any postage charges.