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Live streaming auction platform for collectibles and more

Avg Sale:$35
Avg Time to Sell:During live stream
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💰 Fee Summary

Selling Fee
8% - 12% (varies by category)
Payment Processing
2.9% + $0.30

✅ Advantages

  • •Live format creates urgency and higher prices
  • •8% fee for collectibles/cards (lower than eBay)
  • •Built-in audience discovery
  • •Fun, engaging selling experience

⚠️ Considerations

  • •Must do live streams (time-intensive)
  • •Not passive selling - requires active engagement
  • •12% fee for non-collectible categories
  • •Need decent inventory for successful streams

Complete Fee Breakdown

Fee TypeRateExampleNotes
Selling Fee8% - 12%$3.20 - $4.80 on $40 saleVaries by category
Payment Processing2.9% + $0.30$1.46 on $40 saleVia Stripe

Example Profit Scenarios

See how fees impact profit at different price points on Whatnot

Low Price Item
$20 Sale
Item Cost:-$5.00
Platform Fees:-$3.28
Net Profit:$11.72
Margin
58.6%
ROI
234.4%
Medium Price Item
$50 Sale
Item Cost:-$20.00
Platform Fees:-$7.75
Net Profit:$22.25
Margin
44.5%
ROI
111.3%
High Price Item
$150 Sale
Item Cost:-$75.00
Platform Fees:-$22.65
Net Profit:$52.35
Margin
34.9%
ROI
69.8%

Best Categories for Whatnot

These product categories perform particularly well on Whatnot

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Collectibles & Memorabilia
Rare items, limited editions, memorabilia, and sought-after collectibles
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Trading Cards
Sports cards, Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, Yu-Gi-Oh, and other TCGs
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Toys & Games
Action figures, board games, LEGO, vintage toys, and gaming accessories
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Vintage & Antiques
True vintage items, antiques, retro clothing, and collectible decor
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📦 Shipping on Whatnot

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Seller Arranges Shipping

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💡 Tips for Selling on Whatnot

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Accurate Descriptions

Clear, honest descriptions reduce returns and improve buyer satisfaction.

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Quality Photos

Good lighting and multiple angles increase buyer confidence and conversion rates.

How Whatnot Compares

Quick comparison with similar platforms

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Frequently Asked Questions

Average sale price is around $35. After fees and costs, profit margins typically range from 30-60% depending on your sourcing and pricing strategy.
Average time to sell is During live stream. This varies by category, pricing, photos, and season. Well-priced items with good photos sell faster.

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