Depop UK Fee Calculator
Quickly calculate your Depop UK fees and see your net earnings instantly.
Last Updated: Apr 13, 2025
Understanding Depop UK Fees & Selling Costs
When selling on Depop UK, it’s important to understand the fees involved so you can price your items competitively while maintaining your profit margins. Below we break down all the costs associated with selling through Depop in the United Kingdom.
Depop Selling Fees Overview
UK sellers enjoy no Depop selling fees - you only pay payment processing and optional boosting fees. Here’s the fee structure:
| Fee Type | Cost | Applied To |
|---|---|---|
| Payment Processing Fee (Depop Payments via Stripe) | 2.9% + £0.30 | Item sale price + Shipping + Any applicable taxes |
| Boosted Listing Fee (optional) | 8% | Item sale price + Shipping (if self-arranged) (Only charged when item sells via boost) |
Detailed Fee Breakdown
1. Payment Processing Fees
All UK sellers using Depop Payments (powered by Stripe) pay:
- 2.9% of the total transaction amount (item price + shipping + taxes)
- Plus a £0.30 fixed fee per transaction
Example: For a £50 sale with £4 shipping, you’d pay: (2.9% of £54) + £0.30 = £1.87
Learn more about Depop Payment Processing Fees
2. Boosted Listings Fee
Boosted listings increase your item’s visibility but come with an additional fee:
- 8% fee applied when your item sells through a boosted listing
- Charged on the total sale price (item + shipping if you arrange it)
- Only applies if the buyer finds your item through the boost
Example: A £30 boosted sale would incur £2.40 boosting fee + £1.17 payment processing fee = £3.57 total fees
Learn more about Boosted listings
Depop Shipping Options (UK)
UK sellers have two shipping choices, each with different cost implications:
Option 1: Depop Shipping via Evri
- Fully tracked service (Mainland UK only)
- Simple QR code system for drop-off
- Shipping costs are not included in boosted listing fee calculations
UK Shipping Costs (Buyer Pays):
| Label Size | Price |
|---|---|
| Small (<1kg) | £2.99 |
| Medium (<2kg) | £4.49 |
| Large (<5kg) | £6.49 |
Option 2: Self-Arranged Shipping
- You arrange and pay for shipping yourself
- Must use a tracked service
- Shipping costs are included in boosted listing fee calculations
For full details on UK shipping options, see the official Depop UK shipping guide.
Tips to Minimize Depop Fees
- Factor fees into your pricing: Remember the payment processing fee when setting prices
- Use Depop Shipping: Avoids having shipping costs included in your fee calculations
- Boost strategically: Only boost high-margin items where the 8% fee won’t hurt your profits
- Bundle items: Combine shipping costs for multiple items from the same buyer
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