Master Etsy's Shipping Profiles

Table of Contents

1. Introduction
2. Understanding Etsy Shipping Profiles for Print on Demand
   1. Difference between creating your own shipping profile and using one from your print on demand platform
   2. What to do with weight and size information
3. How to Set Up Shipping Profiles for Print on Demand on Etsy
   1. Using default shipping profiles from your print on demand platform
      1. The time-saving advantage
      2. The disadvantage of managing multiple shipping profiles
   2. Creating shipping profiles from scratch
      1. Changing the origin country and postal code
      2. Adjusting pricing and shipping methods
4. Targeting Specific Countries with Shipping Profiles
   1. Duplicating listings for different countries
   2. Setting up separate shipping profiles for specific target countries
      1. Deleting unwanted countries
      2. Controlling visibility in search results based on shipping destinations
5. Conclusion

Understanding Etsy Shipping Profiles for Print on Demand

Etsy allows sellers to create shipping profiles to streamline the shipping process for their print-on-demand products. These shipping profiles can be created from scratch or by using the default shipping profiles provided by the print-on-demand platform (such as Printify or Printful). There are some key differences between creating your own shipping profile and using one from your platform.

When using a default shipping profile, the profile includes all the information provided by the platform, such as shipping costs, origin country, and postal code. This can be a time-saving option, but it may result in a large number of shipping profiles to manage if you publish multiple products. Additionally, each print provider may have slight differences in shipping costs and information, which could affect the accuracy of the shipping profile.

Creating a shipping profile from scratch allows you to have more control over the information included in the profile. You can customize the origin country, postal code, processing time, pricing, and shipping methods according to your preferences. However, this method requires manually entering the information for each field, which can be time-consuming.

When it comes to weight and size information, Etsy provides options to calculate shipping costs based on the product's weight and dimensions or to set fixed prices manually. For print-on-demand sellers who use dropshipping, where the products are shipped directly to the customers by the print provider, entering fixed shipping prices manually is recommended. This ensures consistent shipping costs for all customers within each country.

How to Set Up Shipping Profiles for Print on Demand on Etsy

Setting up shipping profiles for print-on-demand products on Etsy can be done by using default shipping profiles or creating profiles from scratch. Here's how to do it:

Using default shipping profiles from your print on demand platform

If you choose to use the default shipping profiles provided by your print-on-demand platform, follow these steps:

1. Publish a listing and choose the option to create a new shipping profile.
2. Review the details of the profile, including the product's origin country, postal code, processing time, and pricing for different countries.
3. Adjust the pricing and shipping methods according to your needs.
4. Publish the listing and repeat the process for other products, creating new shipping profiles.

While using default shipping profiles can save time, it may result in multiple profiles to manage. If you need to change the shipping prices, you will have to update each individual profile.

Creating shipping profiles from scratch

If you prefer to create shipping profiles from scratch, follow these steps:

1. Go to your Etsy shop dashboard and navigate to settings.
2. Select the option for shipping settings and go to the shipping profiles page.
3. Click on "create profile" to start a new profile.
4. Enter the origin country and postal code, processing time, and shipping destinations.
5. Choose the shipping methods and set the pricing for each country.
6. Save the profile and repeat the process for other product categories.

Creating shipping profiles from scratch allows for more customization but requires manual entry of the information. It is recommended to use this method if you have specific preferences for your shipping profiles.

Targeting Specific Countries with Shipping Profiles

If you want to target specific countries with your print-on-demand products, you can do so by creating duplicate listings or by modifying existing shipping profiles. Here's how:

Duplicating listings for different countries

To target different countries with your products, you can create duplicate listings and assign different shipping profiles to each listing. Follow these steps:

1. Locate the original listing and use the "copy" or "duplicate" button.
2. Choose the "replace" option to replace the print provider with one located in the desired country.
3. Edit the listing details, including the title, description, and pricing, to match the new print provider.
4. Create a new shipping profile for the specific country and adjust the settings accordingly.
5. Publish the duplicated listing with the new shipping profile.

By duplicating listings, you can have separate shipping profiles for each country and optimize the chances of making sales by providing accurate shipping information specific to that country.

Setting up separate shipping profiles for specific target countries

Alternatively, you can create separate shipping profiles for specific target countries in a single listing. Here's how:

1. Duplicate the listing as explained in the previous section.
2. Modify the shipping profile with the origin country and postal code of the target country.
3. Delete unwanted countries from the shipping destinations in the profile.
4. Adjust the pricing and shipping methods for the remaining country.
5. Publish the listing, ensuring it is only visible to customers located in the target country.

By having separate shipping profiles, you can control the visibility of your products in search results based on the shipping destination. This way, customers in specific countries will see the most accurate shipping information and feel more confident in making a purchase.

Conclusion

Setting up shipping profiles for print-on-demand products on Etsy is essential for optimizing the shipping process and providing accurate information to customers. You can choose between using default shipping profiles or creating profiles from scratch, depending on your preferences and needs. Additionally, by targeting specific countries with separate shipping profiles, you can enhance the chances of making sales and provide a better customer experience.

Remember to consider the unique requirements of each print-on-demand platform and adjust the shipping settings accordingly. With well-optimized shipping profiles, you can streamline your shipping process and attract more customers to your print-on-demand business on Etsy.