How To Hide Your Etsy Store’s Sold Items (And Why You Should!)

Did you know that by default, everyone can see every item you’ve sold on Etsy?

Unfortunately, this “feature” helps nobody except for other sellers – your competition. Therefore, it’s wise to turn this setting off straight away in order to protect your sales.

But how do you turn off your shop’s sales history, and prevent other people from seeing the items you’ve sold?

In this article, we’ll go over how to hide all of your sold listings, but also the important reasons why you should.

Let’s get into it!

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How To Leave A Review On Etsy (Full Guide + FAQ!)

Leaving a review on Etsy only takes a moment, and the process is quite simple once you know how to do it.

That being said, it also helps sellers tremendously, as well as all of the other customers that may be considering purchasing from that shop.

Even critical reviews can help Etsy sellers pinpoint where to improve.

But how do you actually leave a review or star rating on Etsy? In this article, we’ll cover how to leave a review on Etsy, both on desktop and through the Etsy app. We’ll also discuss some ways to leave the most helpful review possible, as well as cover some frequently asked questions about leaving reviews on Etsy.

Let’s get to it, starting with how to actually leave a review for a seller!

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How To Change Your Etsy Shop Name + Important Tips

Changing the name of your Etsy shop is a big deal, and not something that should be done lightly.

Although the actual process of changing your Etsy shop name is quite simple (and we’ll cover it in a moment), there are a lot of other things you should consider before making such a big decision.

In this article, we’ll cover not only how to change the name of your Etsy shop. I’ll also share some tips on choosing a name, how to make the process as smooth as possible with your existing customer base, and other things you’ll want to know so you don’t make any mistakes.

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Etsy Views Vs. Visits – What’s The Difference?

If you’ve ever looked around inside of your Etsy dashboard, it can seem a little bit confusing.

There are a lot of stats and analytics that Etsy provides to us – and while these are quite useful to have, it can be a little overwhelming if you aren’t sure what everything means.

One of the most common questions that Etsy shop owners wonder is this – what is the difference between views and visits on Etsy? Why are views so much higher than visits, and how can I make sense of both of these numbers?

In this article, I’ll cover everything you need to know.

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How To Block A Buyer On Etsy (And Other Steps To Take)

Working online can be tough, and it gets a lot tougher when you have to support a growing customer base.

While the majority of people in this world are pleasant and understanding, you’ll occasionally run into people that may not be quite as tolerable. And to save yourself headaches, it’s worth it just to block them from ever doing business with you again.

In this article, we’ll cover how to block people on Etsy, and other steps you can take to prevent bothersome customers from causing trouble to you or your Etsy store.

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How To Tell If An Etsy Seller Is Legit – 6 Top Tips

Ordering from marketplace websites like Etsy can be scary.

Doubly so in fact, when you consider that Etsy is mostly made up of small, independent sellers rather than trustworthy businesses with a reputation to protect.

Therefore, it’s perfectly reasonable to question whether or not ordering on their platform is safe or not.

However, while there are a a few scammers on Etsy, the majority of sellers are perfectly legitimate, and even in the case of scams, Etsy should stand by you.

But how do you know if an Etsy seller is legit before purchasing? In this article, I’ll cover 6 top tips.

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