Etsy confirmed a privacy breach impacted about 1,500 sellers. The incident was caused by human error and was not related to any hacking or website vulnerability. The incident occurred on January 30, 2018, when an Etsy seller requested a copy Read more
There are 45 states that impose statewide sales tax, and some of them are now making things complicated for online sellers and the marketplaces on which they sell, as Etsy and its sellers are discovering. At least two states have Read more
Over 10,000 sellers participated in the 9th annual Sellers Choice Awards. In the initial nomination process, EcommerceBytes readers chose 10 finalists. Readers then rated the finalists in four key areas – profitability, customer service, communication and ease of use. Respondents Read more
Etsy took 3rd place in the 2018 EcommerceBytes Sellers Choice Awards, and it collected an award for Ease of Use again this year. Some sellers gave it kudos for introducing features like Guest Checkout last year. In January 2018, EcommerceBytes Read more
Online sellers are being swept up in new confusion this year over Form 1099K as they prepare to file their income tax with the IRS and their state departments of revenue. New laws targeting income tax evaders are impacting small Read more
Etsy has added a tool to help sellers grow international sales. While marketplaces may offer automatic (“machine”) translations, Etsy is making it easier for multilingual sellers to add their own translations to their listings. “Translations you add yourself tend to Read more
Etsy is conducting a survey about “public policy” issues to help it in its lobbying efforts on behalf of the company and its sellers. And like its rivals eBay and Amazon, it encourages users to reach out to lawmakers and Read more
Etsy launched new features on its mobile selling app to help manage their shop finances. The two features it called out: – “View your latest deposit balance: View your shop payment account balance, so you know how much is heading Read more
In every issue, readers soundoff about issues important to them. From shipping issues to payment processing, from fees to online marketplace policies, EcommerceBytes Soundoff gives you a chance to air your views. ******** ******** Dear Ina, I had no idea Read more
Etsy will hold a session next week to provide direct feedback to sellers on their social media activity. On January 19th, sellers will have one hour to submit posts to be considered. Etsy employees will then provide feedback and specific Read more
