How much should I charge for shipping on Etsy?
The shipping transaction fee is a 5\% transaction fee on the cost of shipping, which we introduced on July 1, 2018. This is similar to the 5\% transaction fee on the item price. Applying the transaction fee to shipping is a standard practice in e-commerce marketplaces.
How do I set up shipping costs on Etsy?
How to Set Postage Prices with Delivery Profiles
- On Etsy.com, click Shop Manager.
- Click Settings.
- Click Delivery settings.
- Click Delivery profiles.
- Click Add a delivery profile.
- Fill out the appropriate delivery details. You also have the option to set separate domestic and international handling fees.
How do I choose shipping on Etsy?
How to find shipping options. If a seller offers shipping upgrades automatically through Etsy, you’ll see a Standard Shipping dropdown menu to the right of the item in your cart. Click the menu to choose a faster shipping option. Sellers also often provide shipping information in their shop policies page.
Why is my shipping so expensive on Etsy?
The shipping is often incorporated into the price so that people think they are still getting free shipping. Overall, the shipping costs on Etsy are high because, many times, they won’t combine if you are purchasing from a few different sellers. This is where things get really expensive.
How do I set free shipping on Etsy?
To set up a free shipping guarantee in your shop:
- On Etsy.com, click the Shop Manager icon.
- Click Settings.
- Click Shipping settings.
- Click Get started in the Free shipping guarantee tab.
- Click Next.
- Click Set free shipping.
Does Etsy charge for free shipping?
A free shipping guarantee automatically applies free shipping for US buyers to any individual items $35 and up and any order totaling $35 or more from your shop….How free shipping can work for your shop.
| Current pricing | Pricing with free shipping | |
|---|---|---|
| Shipping price | $5 | $0 (Free!) |
| Total price for the buyer | $40 | $40 |
Why is my Etsy shipping so expensive?
Overall, the shipping costs on Etsy are high because, many times, they won’t combine if you are purchasing from a few different sellers. This is where things get really expensive. You could end up having to pay quite a bit in shipping because sellers are not getting a discount for the shipping rates that they pay.