🛍 Etsy: The Best Marketplace for Handmade & Vintage Products

• 95M+ active buyers (as of 2024)
• 80% of buyers prefer handmade, vintage, or custom items
• Low competition compared to Amazon & Flipkart
• Best for: Jewelry, clothing, home décor, art, digital products

🌏 eBay: One of the Largest Global Marketplaces

• 132M+ active buyers (Q3 2024)
• 1.6B+ live listings worldwide
• Supports international shipping & global payments
• Best for: Electronics, collectibles, fashion, auto parts, accessories

💡 Did You Know? eBay & Etsy sellers from India are making ₹50,000–₹5,00,000/month depending on their niche!

To sell on Etsy & eBay.com from India, you need:

• ✅ PAN Card (For tax purposes)
• ✅ GSTIN (if applicable) – Not mandatory for Etsy but required for bulk selling on eBay
• ✅ Valid Passport or Aadhaar Card (For identity verification)
• ✅ International Bank Account (For payouts, preferably a PayPal or Payoneer account)
• ✅ Import-Export Code (IEC) (Mandatory for selling outside India)
• ✅ Active Phone Number & Email

💡 Tip: You can get an IEC from DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) website in India.

Step 1: Create an Etsy Seller Account

• 1️⃣ Go to Etsy.com and click “Sell on Etsy”.
• 2️⃣ Register with your email, Google, or Facebook.
• 3️⃣ Select your shop language, country (India), and currency (USD or INR).

Step 2: Set Up Your Etsy Store

• ✅ Choose a unique shop name 🏪
• ✅ Add a professional logo & banner
• ✅ Fill out the store policies (shipping, returns, payments)

Step 3: List Your Products

• 1️⃣ Click “Add a Listing” and upload high-quality images.
• 2️⃣ Write an engaging title & description (Use SEO keywords 📈).
• 3️⃣ Set the price, quantity, and shipping details.
• 4️⃣ Choose payment options (PayPal, Payoneer, or direct deposit).

💡 Etsy Charges:

• $0.20 per listing (valid for 4 months)
• 6.5% transaction fee on every sale
• 3-4% payment processing fee

Step 4: Market & Promote Your Etsy Store

• ✅ Use Etsy Ads & Pinterest for traffic
• ✅ Join Etsy India Facebook Groups for networking
• ✅ Offer discounts & free shipping to attract buyers

Step 1: Create an eBay Seller Account

• 1️⃣ Visit eBay.com and sign up as a seller.
• 2️⃣ Choose a Personal or Business account.
• 3️⃣ Verify your identity using a passport, Aadhaar, or PAN.

Step 2: Set Up Your eBay Store

• ✅ Add a store name, logo & banner
• ✅ Choose a selling plan (Free or Paid Store Subscription)
• ✅ Link your Payoneer or PayPal account for payments

Step 3: List Products on eBay

• 1️⃣ Click “Sell” and choose a product category.
• 2️⃣ Upload high-quality images & write a detailed product description.
• 3️⃣ Set a Buy It Now price or start an Auction.
• 4️⃣ Choose shipping options (Global Shipping Program for international buyers).

Step 4: Promote Your Listings

• ✅ Use eBay Promoted Listings (paid ads)
• ✅ Offer discounts & bundle deals
• ✅ Provide fast shipping & excellent customer service

💡 eBay Charges:

• 10-12% final value fee per sale
• $0.30 per PayPal transaction (if applicable)

Yes! Indian sellers can sell on Etsy with an IEC code and international payment setup.

No, but if your annual turnover exceeds ₹40 lakh, you must register for GST.

Etsy pays via PayPal or Payoneer, and payments are converted into INR.

Handmade jewelry, clothing, home décor, digital products, art prints.

Use SEO keywords, run Etsy ads, and offer free shipping.

Yes, Indian sellers can sell globally with an Import-Export Code (IEC).

Through Payoneer, PayPal, or direct bank transfer.