Expense tracking for Etsy, eBay, and online sellers
Online sellers buy supplies in small amounts from many places and pay platform fees on every order. spentr captures receipts as they arrive and imports your Amazon orders.
Where records usually slip
Tiny purchases, many sources
Craft stores, Amazon, wholesalers, and the post office, all in small amounts.
Inventory vs expenses
Materials that become products are tracked differently from shipping supplies.
Fees hide in payouts
Platform and payment fees come out before the money reaches you.
How spentr helps
Amazon order import Pro
Import a year of Amazon orders and keep the business ones.
Forward email receipts Free
Send supplier and postage receipts to receipts@spentr.app.
Line items Pro
Separate business supplies from household items in a mixed order.
Multiple shops Pro
Keep each shop or brand as its own business.
Common deductions to track
| Expense | Where it usually goes |
|---|---|
| Materials that become your products | Cost of goods sold (Part III) |
| Inventory bought to resell | Cost of goods sold (Part III) |
| Boxes, mailers, tape, and labels | Line 22 |
| Postage and shipping | Line 27b or 18 |
| Marketplace and payment processing fees | Line 10 |
| Listing ads and promoted posts | Line 8 |
| Photography gear and lighting | Line 13 |
| Home workspace and storage | Line 30 |
Line numbers refer to Schedule C (Form 1040). Your situation may differ; confirm with your tax preparer.
Frequently asked questions
Are Etsy and eBay fees deductible?
Yes. Listing, transaction, payment processing, and advertising fees are business expenses. Check your platform’s annual fee summary against your records.
Do I need a receipt for every postage label?
Keep the label receipts or the platform’s shipping report. Either shows what you paid and when.
What if I only sell occasionally?
Selling personal items at a loss generally isn’t taxable. Regular selling for profit is a business, and its income and expenses go on Schedule C.
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