Etsy Profit Calculator
Instantly calculate your true Etsy seller fees, including transaction costs, payment processing, offsite ads, and net profit margins.
Etsy Listing Details
Etsy Advertising Rules
If you ran standard Etsy Search ads, allocate cost per item here.
Net Profit Analysis
You Keep (Net Profit)
Math Breakdown
Understanding Etsy Seller Fees
Selling on Etsy isn't just about listing an item and collecting the cash. Etsy charges a complex web of fees that can quickly eat into your margins if you aren't pricing your items correctly. The Etsy Profit Calculator helps you see exactly how much money you actually take home.
The Core Etsy Fees Explained
- Listing Fee: Etsy charges a flat $0.20 every time you publish or renew a listing. This fee is charged whether the item sells or not.
- Transaction Fee: Etsy takes 6.5% of the total order amount. This includes the item price, the shipping cost you charged the customer, and gift wrapping.
- Payment Processing Fee: If you use Etsy Payments (which is mandatory in most countries), you are charged a payment processing fee. In the US, this is 3% + $0.25 per transaction.
- Offsite Ads Fee: If a buyer clicks an Etsy-funded ad on Google or Facebook and buys your item within 30 days, Etsy takes a 15% cut of the total sale (or 12% if your shop makes over $10,000/year).
How to Use This Calculator
To find your true profit, you need to input both what the customer pays and what you pay.
- Enter your Item Price and what you charge the customer for Shipping.
- Enter your exact Item Cost (materials, wholesale cost, or labor) and your exact Shipping Cost (what you pay the post office for the label and box).
- Toggle the Offsite Ads button if you made the sale through one of Etsy's external ad campaigns.
The calculator will instantly break down the exact dollar amounts Etsy deducts and show your True Net Profit and Profit Margin percentage.
Real-Life Use Cases
- Pricing New Products: A jewelry maker uses the tool to realize that selling a bracelet for $15 with "Free Shipping" actually results in a loss after materials and fees, prompting them to raise the price to $22.
- Ad Strategy: A seller calculates the impact of Offsite Ads to determine if their current profit margins can absorb a 15% hit, or if they need to opt out (if eligible).
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Are Etsy fees charged on shipping?
Yes. Etsy applies its 6.5% transaction fee to the total cost the buyer pays, which includes the item price, any shipping you charge, and gift wrap fees. This was implemented to prevent sellers from charging $1 for an item and $50 for shipping to avoid fees.
Can I opt out of Etsy Offsite Ads?
It depends on your revenue. If your shop has made less than $10,000 in the past 365 days, you can opt out of Offsite Ads in your settings. If you pass the $10,000 threshold, participation becomes mandatory for the lifetime of your shop, but your fee drops from 15% to 12%.
The tools and calculators provided on The Simple Toolbox are intended for educational and informational purposes only. They do not constitute financial, legal, tax, or professional advice. While we strive to keep calculations accurate, numbers are based on user inputs and standard assumptions that may not apply to your specific situation. Always consult with a certified professional (such as a CPA, financial advisor, or attorney) before making significant financial or business decisions.
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