Etsy

Etsy is an American online marketplace based in Brooklyn, New York. Rob Kalin, Chris Maguire and Haim Schoppik launched it in 2005 as a place for makers to sell handmade items. Items are listed on the site by independent sellers from many countries. The company says it supports small businesses with seller tools, and it earns income from fees and optional advertising on the marketplace.

Sellers list jewelry, art, home decor, clothing, craft supplies and vintage goods. The site charges small fees for listings and sales. Buyers can often order custom or personalized items directly from the seller.

Etsy has expanded into more brands with Reverb for musical instruments, Depop for secondhand fashion and Elo7 in Brazil. The company went public on Nasdaq in 2015. It has millions of active sellers and buyers around the world. Its marketplace has been criticized by some sellers over fee changes and rules about handmade items. In recent years it has focused on seller tools and ads. Competitors include Amazon Handmade and Shopify-based shops.