1. Create an account
The first step to start your business on Etsy is to create an Etsy account. To create an account on Etsy open Etsy and click on sign in or register. You can easily create an account using your email address google Facebook or Apple.
2. Set up your shop
After you are done creating an account on Etsy you can navigate to sale and click on open your Etsy shop to set up your shop. Here you can choose the language, country, and currency of your choice and the name of your shop. Make sure that the name of your shop is unique and relevant to the service you provide.
3. Create a product listing
After setting up your shop you can click on Add a listing on your shop’s dashboard and add items that your shop will sell. This might include use of high-quality images, a clear title, and a description of the product including features sizes, and materials used. You can also add relevant keywords and tax for better visibility of your product. You can add a price to your product and set accurate shipping time and cost of shipping.
4. Setup payment method
After you are done using the list of items that you want to sell and display them in your shop you can set up a measure of payment for your customers. You can choose to receive payments on multiple payment gateways like Etsy payment Paypal and many more. Your banking details are necessary for money transactions.
5. Optimize your shop
For better functioning and visibility of your shop, you can add logos and banners and write a compiling bio on your front page of the shop to attract more customers. Also include policies on shipping and return and use keywords to improve your shop’s search engine optimization.
6. Promote your product
To make your product’s online visibility better you can share your shop on your social media platform. Also, try running sales or discounts and attract customers towards your product. It’s you also provide ads where you can have paid promotion of your product.
7. Provide excellent customer service
One of the major things when it comes to selling services or products is satisfaction to consumers. If you respond to customers with their inquiries promptly you will provide them with excellent customer service. You can also improve customer experience by punctually fulfilling orders and providing tracking details so that the customers can know about their product and their shipments. Also, make sure that you address any issues all complaints in a timely manner.
8. Track performance and improve
Etsy provides you with analytics that can help you monitor your shop’s traffic and sales. Make sure that you experiment with different photos keywords and pricing for the same product together review and see what difference it makes on your sales. Also, gather reviews and encourage costumes to leave feedback on your shop for other buyers to build trust with your shop.