Suspension riskHM-8 · Etsy's Creativity Standards
Sourced items are limited to craft supplies and buyer-customized goods; generic resold consumer products are prohibited
What Etsy says
Sourced by a seller: Items that enable buyer creativity, including craft and party supplies and items that are personalized with a buyer's custom text or image. Generic resold items — such as cooking tools, automotive parts, gardening supplies, or seasonal décor not specific to a single gathering — are not permitted.Read Etsy's full Etsy's Creativity Standards
How to stay compliant
- Review listings in your shop tagged or categorized as 'sourced' items (craft supplies, party supplies, customizable goods).
- Remove listings for generic consumer goods that have no craft, creativity-enabling, or buyer-personalization angle.
- For party supply or holiday decor listings, confirm they are specific to a single custom occasion and that you offer meaningful personalization (name, date, custom design).
- If a sourced item now falls outside the updated June 2025 permitted categories, deactivate it rather than risk a policy violation.
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