The Old Way Is Broken
Etsy used to be for makers. Now it's for dropshippers, algorithms, and fee increases.
Death by Fees
Listing fees. Transaction fees. Payment fees. Offsite ad fees you can't opt out of. It adds up fast.
Dropshipper Invasion
Search "handmade" and find mass-produced imports. Real makers get buried under fake shops.
Algorithm Roulette
No one knows how search works. One day you're visible, the next you're invisible. No explanation.
Payment Hostage
Your money. Their schedule. Wait 45-90 days for YOUR earnings while they collect interest.