OriginCert for Etsy sellers

The OriginCert Listing Kit, v1

A plug-and-play workflow for Etsy sellers under the October 22, 2026 photo rule. Twenty-nine pages, sixteen sections, six category profiles, and the OriginCert record step so you have evidence to share if a listing is ever questioned.

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Free, email required. Updated October 31, 2026. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy, Inc.

What's inside

Sixteen sections plus two appendices. Universal workflow first, then a category pack for your shop type. Every Etsy figure is cited to the policy or seller handbook URL in Section 15.

  1. 1.What this is, and what it isn’t
  2. 2.Set your shop up right
  3. 3.Slot 1: the unedited photo
  4. 4.Slots 2 to 10: the rest of the gallery
  5. 5.Video, if you use it
  6. 6.Pre-publish checklist
  7. 7.Listing copy templates
  8. 8.The category pack
  9. 9.Getting found: SEO, AEO, GEO, AIO
  10. 10.Pricing and the fees you’ll actually pay
  11. 11.Reviews: how to earn them, how to answer them
  12. 12.Taxes and the 1099-K
  13. 13.Register the Slot 1 photo on OriginCert
  14. 14.If a listing is questioned
  15. 15.Policy references and FAQ
  16. 16.About OriginCert

Covers every Etsy shop type

Handmade physical

Full Oct 22 rule applies. Who-made-it dropdowns, production partner disclosure, AI item creation note.

Vintage

Must be 20+ years old. Era and condition are the lead attributes. Same Slot 1 real-photo rule.

Digital and printables

Pattern and recipe rule: must include a photo of a finished result. Pinterest is the dominant channel.

Print-on-demand

Mockup rules, partner disclosure, when stylized mockups cross the line into misrepresentation.

Craft supplies

Bulk and variant pricing, unit measurements as plain numbers, material lists that filter correctly.

Made-to-order

Representative Slot 1 photo rules, processing time clarity, personalization versus variations.

Get the kit

Download the PDF directly, or enter your email and I'll send it over. The email path also puts you on the list for free v1.x updates through July 2027.

Download now (PDF)

One email with the kit, plus future minor updates to v1.x through July 2027. See the privacy policy.

Questions

Who is this kit for?
Etsy sellers of physical items, vintage, digital goods, print-on-demand, craft supplies, and made-to-order items. The kit covers every category Etsy has carved out an exception for under the October 22, 2026 photo rule.
Does the kit include templates?
Yes. Title, tags, description structure, alt text, Q&A block, and SKU format. Three worked examples per template.
Will this kit guarantee my listings rank or sell?
No. The kit is a workflow and a reference, not a guarantee. Ranking depends on your product, market, pricing, timing, and factors outside your control. Appendix A spells out the limits.
Can I share the kit with my VA or team?
Yes, for the same shop. You cannot redistribute it, resell it, or train an AI model on it. Appendix B has the full license.
What if Etsy changes the rule?
Free v1.x minor updates through July 31, 2027. Major new editions (v2 and up) may be a separate purchase.
Is OriginCert affiliated with Etsy?
No. The kit is general guidance based on Etsy’s publicly available policies. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Etsy, Inc.