Read the rules for your item type
Etsy defines categories such as made by you, designed by you, handpicked and sourced. What is allowed depends on which one applies. Read the current policy before listing.
Rules, fees and programs change. Treat this as a planning guide and confirm current details in the marketplace's own seller help pages before you act.
If you use a production partner
- Check whether the policy allows it for your item.
- Disclose the partner as the rules require.
- Keep records of who makes what.
- Make sure your descriptions are accurate about the process.
Describe production honestly
Say who designed and who made the item. Do not claim handmade if it is not.
Review before you publish
- Match your item to the correct production category.
- Complete the disclosure fields.
- Check photos do not misrepresent the process.
- Keep supplier records.
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