How Creators How Etsy (digital downloads) pays creators in 2026
⚡ Quick answerEtsy charges a $0.20 listing fee per listing (sold or not) and a 6.5% transaction fee on the total order, plus payment processing fees that vary by country (reported as 3% + $0.25 in the US).
Requirements
| Requirement | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Followers | None | ✓ Official source |
| Shop | Etsy seller account | ✓ Official source |
Revenue streams
Digital downloads & physical items
$0.20 listing + 6.5% transaction fee
✓ Official source
Payouts & fees
Payment processing fees are deducted before deposit. The US rate (3% + $0.25) is from a secondary summary of Etsy Help.
Note: Etsy Ads and Offsite Ads carry extra fees.
Official sources
Last checked Oct 14, 2026. Platforms change rules often; always confirm on the official page. Badge key: ✓ Official source = confirmed on the platform's own page; Secondary = only third-party reports found; Unverified = not confirmed.
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