Question 1

How much does Depop charge per sale in 2025?

Accepted Answer

As of July 2024, US and UK Depop sellers pay NO transaction fee (0%) - only 3.3% + $0.45 payment processing fee per sale. International sellers outside US/UK still pay 10% transaction fee plus 3.3% + $0.45 processing fee. This change significantly improved profit margins for US/UK sellers.

Question 2

Does Depop charge fees on shipping?

Accepted Answer

For US/UK sellers, only the 3.3% + $0.45 payment processing fee applies to shipping (no transaction fee since July 2024). International sellers pay 10% transaction fee plus processing fees on shipping. Many sellers offer free shipping by building costs into the item price to simplify pricing.

Question 3

What is the best way to calculate profit on Depop?

Accepted Answer

For US/UK: Profit = Sale Price - Payment Fee (3.3% + $0.45) - Shipping Cost - Cost of Item. For International: Profit = Sale Price - Transaction Fee (10%) - Payment Fee (3.3% + $0.45) - Shipping Cost - Cost of Item. Our calculator automatically handles regional differences and shows net profit, profit margin, and ROI.

Question 4

Should I offer free shipping on Depop?

Accepted Answer

Free shipping items rank higher in Depop search results and get more engagement from buyers. For US/UK sellers, the fee difference is minimal (only 3.3% on shipping vs separate charge). Use our calculator to compare "buyer pays" vs "seller pays (free)" shipping to optimize your pricing strategy.

Question 5

What is a good profit margin for Depop sellers?

Accepted Answer

Successful Depop resellers typically aim for 50-70% profit margins on thrifted items (after all fees and costs). With US/UK's 0% transaction fee (since July 2024), margins improved significantly - only ~3-4% in fees vs ~13% previously. For handmade items, 40-60% is common. Lower margins (20-30%) may work for higher-volume sellers.

Question 6

How much should I mark up thrift store finds?

Accepted Answer

A 3-5x markup on sourcing cost is standard for Depop resellers. If you buy an item for $5 at a thrift store, aim to sell it for $15-$25. For US/UK sellers (only ~3-4% in fees since July 2024), this markup covers payment processing, shipping, packaging, and your time for photography, listing, and customer service.

Question 7

Can I deduct Depop fees on my taxes?

Accepted Answer

Yes, all Depop fees, PayPal fees, and shipping costs are tax-deductible business expenses if you sell regularly. Keep records of your sales and expenses for Schedule C reporting. Depop reports seller income to the IRS if you exceed $600 in annual sales.

Question 8

What payment methods does Depop accept?

Accepted Answer

Depop uses Depop Payments (powered by Stripe) for all sellers, which accepts credit/debit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. The payment processing fee is 3.3% + $0.45 per transaction. PayPal is no longer the primary payment method as of 2024 - all sellers must use Depop Payments.

Question 9

How does this calculator save my data?

Accepted Answer

Your inputs are automatically saved to your browser's local storage, so when you return, your previous values are restored. No data is sent to our servers - everything stays private on your device. Click "Reset Saved Data" to clear and start fresh.

Question 10

Does Depop have seller protection?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Depop offers seller protection through PayPal or Depop Payments for eligible transactions. Ship with tracking, respond to messages promptly, and accurately describe items to maintain protection. File claims within Depop's timeframes if issues arise.

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