{"id":992,"date":"2024-10-11T10:04:15","date_gmt":"2024-10-11T10:04:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/articles\/best-apps-to-start-selling-clothes-online\/"},"modified":"2025-10-06T14:57:34","modified_gmt":"2025-10-06T14:57:34","slug":"what-is-the-best-app-to-sell-my-clothes","status":"publish","type":"knowledge","link":"https:\/\/www.simplybusiness.co.uk\/knowledge\/retail\/what-is-the-best-app-to-sell-my-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"8 best apps for selling clothes online"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Planning to join the wave of fashionistas selling clothes online? Whether you\u2019re cleaning out your closet or reselling your vintage finds, we\u2019ve compiled some of the best websites and apps to help get you started.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The second-hand market has grown in popularity in recent years as consumers try to shop sustainably, save money, and hunt for unique pieces. In fact, eBay reported a 20 per cent year-on-year rise in secondhand clothes<\/a> sold on its site in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking to get involved? Learn more about selling on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Vinted<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Depop<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. eBay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Instagram<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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    1. Etsy<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Hardly Ever Worn It<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Vestiare Collective<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. StockX<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Plus check out our tips for buying wholesale clothing for resale in the UK<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Do you pay tax on selling clothes online?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      If you\u2019re selling your own clothes for the same price (or less) than you originally paid for them, you don\u2019t need to pay tax on your earnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      But if you\u2019re sourcing and selling secondhand clothes to sell online, you\u2019ll be classed as a trader, and will need to pay tax if your profits are more than \u00a31,000 in a year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Read more: <\/strong>Will your side hustle be taxed?<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Top clothes selling apps<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

      If you\u2019re looking to make a side hustle<\/a> out of selling clothes online, whether that\u2019s second-hand, vintage, or your own designs \u2013 here\u2019s eight of the best apps and websites you can try.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Vinted<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Vinted<\/a> is simple and free to use if you\u2019re looking to sell men\u2019s, women\u2019s, and children\u2019s clothing. You just need to upload a photo of your clothing, describe it, and your listing is live. If you\u2019re looking for tips on selling pre-loved clothes on Vinted, check out our guide to product photography<\/a> to learn how to make your listings more visually appealing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      There are no selling fees when you sell on Vinted (these are added to the price for the buyer) and the buyer covers the cost of shipping. You can also offer bundles on items you sell, which may convince buyers to purchase more than one item from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Read our full guide to selling on Vinted<\/a> to learn more.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Cost to list<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Transaction fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Number of users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      65 million<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Depop<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Buying and selling clothes on Depop<\/a> is a fast-moving trend for Gen Z, with a large number of its users under the age of 25.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      The app is free to use and is designed to feel a lot like Instagram. You upload pictures with a description and buyers can curate their homepage by liking pictures. It has a personal feel as it\u2019s common for sellers to model their own clothes and accessories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Since March 2024, Depop no longer charges sellers a selling fee \u2013 but does still charge sellers a transaction fee on each sale. Buyers now pay a marketplace fee of up to 5 per cent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      For more tips, read our full guide to selling on Depop<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Cost to list<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Transaction fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      2.9% <\/strong>+ 30p<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Number of users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      35 million<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      eBay<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      eBay<\/a> was the second most visited online marketplace in the UK (coming second only to Amazon), according to Statista<\/a>. The site made headlines in 2024 when it announced an end to all selling and transaction fees for private sellers. You can list up to 300 items for free each month, after which you\u2019ll pay 35p a listing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      As well as selling clothes on eBay as a private seller, you can also choose to set up an eBay shop as a business<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Read more about selling on eBay as a small business<\/a> here.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Cost to list<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      (35p after 300 items a month)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      Transaction fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Number of users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      132 million<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Instagram<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Selling pre-loved clothes on Instagram<\/a> is a great choice if you\u2019re an established brand or have a wide range of products to sell. You need to create a shop and then catalogue your products, either using Facebook or another commerce site like Shopify or Big Commerce.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      It\u2019s free to use the app as a seller, but you\u2019ll need a good following<\/a> to reach customers. The selling fee is five per cent per shipment, or a flat fee of 23p for shipments under \u00a37.96. You might also want to pay to promote your posts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      For more, read our guide on how to create your own shop on Instagram<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Cost to list<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Free<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Transaction fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      5% <\/strong>or 23p<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Number of users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      130 million<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Etsy<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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      Thinking of selling handmade clothes on Etsy<\/a>? While it was traditionally a marketplace for everything from art, craft, and homemade candle businesses<\/a>, now you can use the website to sell second-hand or homemade clothing too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      You\u2019ll need to create your own creative shop to list your items. Charges start with a 16p listing fee, a five per cent transaction fee, and a four per cent plus 20p payment processing fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

      For more tips, read our guide on how to sell on Etsy<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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      Cost to list<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      16p<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Transaction fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      6.5% <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Processing fee<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      4% <\/strong>+ 20p <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

      Number of users<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      7.3 million<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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