Depop Fees Explained (2026): Seller Fees, Boosts & Buyer Fees

Introduction: How Depop Charges in 2026

Depop's fee structure has changed more dramatically than almost any other resale marketplace in recent years. For most of its history, the app was known for a simple 10% selling fee — every time you sold an item, Depop took a tenth of the sale price, and payment processing was charged on top. That model defined how a generation of Gen Z sellers thought about pricing on the platform.

In 2024, Depop moved away from that structure. Following the lead of its sister-company-adjacent rival Vinted, Depop removed the standard 10% seller selling fee in its major markets and shifted the cost of the transaction toward the buyer through a buyer-paid fee. The stated goal was to make selling more attractive, grow inventory, and compete directly with Vinted's zero-seller-fee promise. For sellers, the practical effect was significant: keep more of every sale.

But "no selling fee" does not mean "no costs." Payment processing, optional Boosted Listings, shipping, and buyer-side fees all still shape the real economics of a Depop sale in 2026. This guide breaks down every fee, walks through real cost scenarios, compares Depop to Poshmark, Vinted and eBay, and offers strategies to keep more of what you earn. Because fee structures evolve — and Depop has proven it will change them — we present figures as ranges where appropriate and always recommend verifying the current rate in-app before pricing.

For related reading, see Depop vs Poshmark, Vinted vs Depop, and our Secondhand Fashion Market Report.

Seller Fees on Depop: What Changed

Selling Fee: From 10% to Zero (in Major Markets)

Historically, Depop charged sellers a flat 10% commission on the total transaction — item price plus shipping — collected automatically when a sale completed. In 2024, Depop removed this 10% selling fee for sellers in its core markets (starting in the US and extending to the UK), realigning its model around a buyer-paid fee rather than a seller commission.

The result for sellers is straightforward: on a standard sale in a market where the selling fee has been removed, Depop no longer deducts a 10% commission from your payout. If you sell a jacket for £40, you are no longer automatically down £4 in commission. This is the single biggest reason Depop's seller economics improved so sharply — and why sellers who left for Vinted during the high-fee era have had reason to reconsider.

Important caveat: Depop's fee policy can vary by market and can change. Some regions may still operate under different terms, and Depop has adjusted its structure before. Always check the fee breakdown shown in the app at the point of listing and sale — that in-app figure is the authoritative one.

Payment Processing Fees

Under the older model, sellers paid a payment processing fee on top of the 10% commission — typically around 2.9% + a small fixed amount (roughly £0.30 / $0.30 / €0.30) per transaction when payments were handled through Depop Payments, with a comparable structure for PayPal. This is standard card-processing economics passed through to the seller.

As Depop shifted the transaction cost toward buyers, the handling of payment processing moved accordingly. In markets operating under the buyer-fee model, the processing cost is bundled into what the buyer pays rather than deducted from the seller's payout. The net effect for sellers in those markets is a cleaner payout closer to the full asking price. Again, the exact treatment can differ by country and payment method, so the in-app breakdown is definitive.

Listing Fees: Free

Depop does not charge to create a listing. There is no insertion fee, no cap on the number of active listings, and no charge to relist an item that expires or that you take down and repost. This has always been true and remains so — listing is free, and you only encounter costs when a sale actually happens (or when you opt into a paid promotion).

Optional: Boosted Listings

Depop offers Boosted Listings, a pay-for-performance visibility tool. When you boost a listing, Depop promotes it to more shoppers in search and browse feeds, and you are charged a percentage of the sale price only if the item sells while boosted. The boost fee is typically in the region of 8% of the item price (indicative — Depop sets and adjusts this, and the in-app figure governs).

• Pay-on-sale model: You are not charged upfront; the fee applies only when a boosted listing converts
• When it makes sense: Higher-value or slow-moving items where extra reach justifies the percentage
• When to avoid it: Fast-selling, trend-driven items that would sell anyway, or very low-priced items where 8% erodes thin margins

Because Boosted Listings reintroduce a percentage-based cost, sellers should think of them as an optional marketing spend rather than a mandatory fee — the difference from the old 10% commission is that you choose when to incur it.

Buyer Fees on Depop

With Depop's shift to a buyer-funded model, buyers now shoulder a fee that covers payment security, buyer protection, and platform costs — the same structural approach Vinted pioneered.

The Buyer Protection Fee

Buyers pay a fee on top of the item price at checkout. As of 2026, this is generally calculated as a percentage of the item price plus a small fixed amount per order, with the exact figures varying by market and shown transparently before the buyer confirms the purchase. To give a rough sense of scale, on a £20 item the buyer fee is commonly in the low single-pound range, rising modestly on higher-value orders.

What the buyer fee covers:

• Buyer protection: Coverage if an item does not arrive or arrives significantly not as described
• Secure payments: Card processing and fraud protection costs
• Dispute resolution: Access to Depop's support team to mediate and refund where appropriate

As with most platforms, the buyer protection fee is generally non-refundable even when the item price is refunded — a detail buyers should note before purchasing.

Shipping Costs on Depop

Shipping on Depop is flexible, and who pays depends on how the seller sets up the listing. Sellers can either pass shipping to the buyer as a separate charge or absorb it into the item price and advertise "free shipping."

Two Shipping Approaches

• Depop-arranged labels: In the US, Depop provides prepaid USPS labels sellers can purchase in-app; in the UK, integrated options include Royal Mail and courier partners like Evri. The cost is calculated by weight/size and can be charged to the buyer or covered by the seller.
• Ship-your-own: Sellers can arrange their own postage and enter a shipping price manually. This gives control over carrier and cost but requires the seller to manage labels and tracking.

Indicative Shipping Costs

Shipping rates change as carriers update pricing. The in-app label cost at the time of purchase is always the authoritative figure.

Total Cost Examples: What Sellers Actually Keep

The examples below assume a market operating under Depop's buyer-fee model (no 10% seller commission), with the seller not using Boosted Listings. Figures are illustrative.

Example 1: Low-Priced Item (£12 top)

Under the old 10% model, the same £12 sale would have cost the seller roughly £1.20 in commission plus payment processing — so removing the selling fee meaningfully improved margins on small items where fees hurt most.

Example 2: Mid-Range Item (£45 vintage jacket)

Example 3: Higher-Value Item (£120 designer piece)

Depop Fees Compared to Competitor Platforms

The 2024 fee change moved Depop from one of the more expensive resale apps for sellers to one of the more competitive. Here is how it now stacks up against the major alternatives (all figures indicative, 2026).

The takeaway: Depop's current seller economics are now in the same competitive tier as Vinted, and materially better than Poshmark or eBay for sellers who do not use Boosted Listings. For a deeper platform-by-platform breakdown, see Depop vs Poshmark and Vinted vs Depop.

VAT and Tax Considerations

Most people selling their own used clothing casually will not owe tax on those sales. But if you source and resell as a business activity, tax obligations may apply depending on your country.

• UK sellers: HMRC provides a £1,000/year trading allowance; income from selling goods below this threshold is generally not taxable. Regular resellers operating above it should keep records and seek advice.
• EU platform reporting (DAC7): Digital platforms must report seller activity above certain thresholds (commonly around €2,000 in sales or 30 transactions per year) to tax authorities. Being reportable does not automatically mean you owe tax, but you should understand your country's rules on casual vs. business selling.
• US sellers: Marketplaces issue tax forms (such as the 1099-K) once thresholds are met. Thresholds have shifted in recent years, so confirm the current rule and consult a tax professional if you sell at volume.

Frequently Asked Questions About Depop Fees

Does Depop still charge a 10% selling fee?

In its major markets, Depop removed the standard 10% seller selling fee in 2024, shifting the transaction cost to a buyer-paid fee. Because policies can vary by region and change over time, always confirm the fee breakdown shown in the app for your market before pricing.

How much does Depop take from a sale now?

In markets under the buyer-fee model, Depop no longer deducts a selling commission from the seller's payout on a standard sale — you keep close to your full asking price. Optional Boosted Listings add a percentage fee only if you opt in and the item sells while boosted.

What is the Depop buyer protection fee?

It is a fee buyers pay at checkout, on top of the item price, covering buyer protection, secure payments, and dispute resolution. The exact amount is shown before purchase and varies by market and order value.

Are Boosted Listings worth it?

Boosted Listings charge roughly 8% of the sale price, but only when a boosted item sells. They can pay off on higher-value or slow-moving pieces that benefit from extra reach; they are rarely worth it on fast-selling trend items or very cheap listings where the percentage eats the margin.

Who pays for shipping on Depop?

It depends on the listing. Sellers can charge shipping to the buyer as a separate line or absorb it into the item price and advertise free shipping. Depop provides integrated label options (USPS in the US; Royal Mail and couriers in the UK), or sellers can arrange their own postage.

Strategies to Maximise Your Net Earnings on Depop

1. Reprice for the fee-free reality

If you priced items during the old 10% era, revisit them. Without a selling commission eroding your payout, you may be able to lower prices slightly to sell faster while still keeping the same net — or hold prices and simply keep more. Either way, price to the current model, not the old one.

2. Use Boosted Listings surgically

Reserve boosts for items with real margin and slow velocity. Boosting a £60 designer piece that has sat unsold for weeks is a reasonable 8% marketing spend; boosting a £10 tee that would sell anyway just donates margin.

3. Encourage bundles

Depop buyers often browse a single seller's shop. Offering a bundle discount and combined shipping raises your average order value without proportionally raising costs — especially effective for coordinated vintage or streetwear looks.

4. Ship efficiently

Shipping is often the largest real cost per order under the fee-free model. Right-size your packaging, weigh accurately, and compare Depop labels against your own postage to avoid overpaying — small savings compound across dozens of sales.

5. Protect your rating and response time

Depop's discovery favours active, well-rated sellers. Fast dispatch, accurate descriptions, and prompt replies to offers generate the reviews and engagement that drive organic reach — reducing your reliance on paid boosts.

The Data Layer: Reading Depop's Market at Scale

Depop's move to a fee-free seller model does more than help individual sellers — it changes pricing dynamics across the platform. When sellers no longer inflate prices to cover a 10% commission, listing prices tend to sit closer to true market value, tightening spreads and speeding price discovery. For brands tracking Gen Z fashion trends, and for professional sellers managing large inventories, understanding those dynamics at a category level is genuine competitive intelligence.

PLOTT DATA tracks pricing, listing, and trend data across Depop and 60+ global marketplaces, giving brands, investors, and high-volume sellers the visibility to price competitively and spot demand shifts early. Explore Depop-specific data on our Depop marketplace page.

Conclusion: Depop Is Now a Seller-Friendly Platform Again

The removal of the 10% selling fee reset Depop's value proposition. What was once one of the pricier apps for sellers is now, in its major markets, broadly competitive with Vinted and clearly ahead of Poshmark and eBay on seller economics. Sellers keep close to their full asking price, pay nothing to list, and only incur a percentage cost if they choose to boost a listing.

The trade-off is that buyers now pay a protection fee, and the exact structure can vary by market and evolve over time — so the in-app breakdown remains the source of truth. But for anyone selling vintage, streetwear, or Gen Z fashion in Depop's core markets, the 2026 fee model makes the platform a genuinely economical place to sell.

For more, see Depop vs Poshmark, Vinted vs Depop, and our Secondhand Fashion Market Report.