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Depop

Marketplace / Resale · Gen-Z fashion resale, 10% take rate
C

Mixed (C) — Side Hustle Honesty Grade

Depop is the leading Gen-Z fashion resale platform, acquired by Etsy in 2021. Take rate of 10% plus payment processing produces effective ~13% spread. Account-suspension disputes have been a recurring complaint. Strong UK/EU presence; growing U.S.

61
Composite / 100
/ Subscore Breakdown · 5 Dimensions

Where this grade comes from.

Take Rate Transparency
B-
Worker Protection
C
Payment Reliability
B-
Talent Vetting
C
Honest Earning
C
/ Public-Record Events

Key events & disclosures.

  • Acquired by Etsy 2021 for $1.6B
  • 10% take rate plus payment processing
  • Account-suspension disputes recurring
  • Strong Gen-Z brand position

/ Best for

Gen-Z fashion resellers with vintage/streetwear inventory.

/ Watch out for

Account-suspension disputes have limited appeal options. Inventory categories with copyright sensitivity (designer dupes) trigger frequent removals.