Etsy UK
Etsy Fees UK Calculator 2026
Listing + transaction + payment processing add up fast — especially with offsite ads.
Updated August 2026 · Fee assumptions
Quick answer · Etsy UK
Etsy fees stack: a small listing fee, ~6.5% transaction, UK processing ~4% + £0.20, plus a small regulatory fee. Ads and offsite ads are extra — and often larger than the base stack.
The Etsy UK fee stack explained
Listing fees hurt low-volume shops. Transaction + processing hit every sale. Offsite ads can take a large share of an order that Etsy attributes to external traffic. Model ads % honestly or the calculator will flatter you.
Worked example: £55 handmade
Price £55, cost £18, light postage. Base fees often leave mid-£20s before ads. Add 12–15% ads and the ranking vs Shopify or eBay flips. Use the calculator, then compare with Shopify using the same traffic cost.
Etsy vs eBay for makers
eBay business may be cheaper or dearer depending on category FVF. Audience fit still matters. Read eBay vs Etsy fees UK after you run both calculators.
At a glance
| Fee | Typical shape | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Listing | Small fixed fee | Hurts low volume |
| Transaction | % of sale | Core cut |
| Processing | % + fixed | UK cards |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Etsy take in the UK?
Listing fee + transaction % + payment processing. Ads and offsite ads are extra.
Is Shopify cheaper than Etsy?
Per checkout often yes — but Shopify needs traffic. Use the A/B tab with a realistic ad %.
More UK fee guides
Cross-check the platforms you sell on — then open the calculator with the same product.