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New 2024 Marketplace Sharing Rules

Seller Tax,
Simplified.

Scary headlines are everywhere, but the truth is simple: Most casual sellers owe HMRC £0. Find out which rulebook you belong to.

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The Platform Trigger

Vinted, eBay, and Etsy will automatically report you if you reach either in a year:

Gross Sales
€2,000
OR
Total Orders
30 Sales

The Short Answer

HMRC is watching, but you likely owe nothing unless you're a business.

The 2024 reporting rules didn't change the tax laws—they just gave HMRC a digital eyespy. If you are clearing out your attic at a loss, you are safe. If you are 'flipping' for profit, the rules change.

Choose Your Rulebook.

Every platform has unique quirks. We've decoded the specific guidance for each major marketplace.

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Vinted Tax

For the casual wardrobe clearer.

Explore Rules

Etsy Tax

For the makers and the crafters.

Explore Rules

eBay Tax

For the resellers and flippers.

Explore Rules

Depop Tax

For the vintage enthusiasts.

Explore Rules

The £1,000 Gold Barrier.

You can earn up to £1,000 in gross sales before the taxman even cares you exist. This is your 'Trading Allowance'.

Learn The 1k RuleDo I Need To Register?

It's Legal

HMRC officially created this allowance to encourage casual side hustles.

It's Automated

If you make under £1,000, you don't even need to contact HMRC.

Seller Concerns

Still seeking clarity?

Only if you cross the threshold of 30 sales or €2,000 in revenue. If you reach this, the platform is legally obligated to verify your identity and share your sales data with HMRC.
HMRC will receive your data because you crossed the '30 sale' threshold. However, since you are under the £1,000 Trading Allowance, you won't owe tax on that income in most cases.
Yes. You are only taxed on your profit. If you sold an item for £20 but paid £5 in postage and £2 in fees, your recordable income for that sale is £13.