Ecommerce 101: How Etsy Works?

Etsy is an online marketplace where individuals and businesses can sell handmade, vintage and unique items, as well as craft supplies.

Here is a general overview of how Etsy works:

1. Sellers create a shop on Etsy and list their items for sale. Each listing includes a title, description, photos, price and shipping details.

2. Buyers browse the marketplace and search for items they are interested in. They can also filter their search by category, price, location, and more.

3. When a buyer finds an item they want to purchase, they add it to their cart and proceed to checkout.

4. Buyers enter their shipping address and choose a payment method.

5. Once the payment is processed, the seller is notified of the sale and ships the item to the buyer.

6. Once the buyer receives the item and is satisfied, they can leave a review for the seller.

7. Etsy takes a small percentage of the sale as commission, and the seller receives the remaining payment minus the transaction fees.

Etsy is a platform that allows creative entrepreneurs to reach a global market and sell their unique and handmade items.