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Amazon Handmade 2025: Guide for Digital Artisans
By René | 10 min read

1. What Is Amazon Handmade and Why Consider It

Amazon Handmade was launched in 2015 to offer a dedicated space for truly handcrafted products. Unlike Amazon’s general marketplace, Handmade features only verified sellers who create their products themselves.
  • No listing fees
  • No monthly subscription for Handmade sellers
  • Access to Amazon’s global customer base
  • No UPC code required for products
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Pro Tip Amazon Handmade is integrated into the main marketplace: your products will also appear in general searches, boosting your exposure.
Recommended tool: Listing Optimizer by SellerMagnet to optimize your title, description, and keywords.

2. How It Works: Requirements, Registration, and Seller Types

  • An Amazon Professional Seller account (free after the first month for those approved into Handmade)
  • Produce handmade items yourself or with a team of fewer than 20 people
  • Complete a thorough approval process
FAQ “Do I need a VAT number?” No. Amazon Handmade allows sales without a VAT number, making the platform accessible to small creators.
Useful link: Seller Plans 2025.

3. Amazon Handmade vs Etsy

Feature Amazon Handmade Etsy
Fees 15% per sale. No listing or monthly fees. $0.20 per listing + 6.5% + $0.25 transaction
Access Requirements Artisan approval process Open signup, no real artisan verification
Categories 14 available categories 160+ categories
Advertising Amazon PPC only PPC + external ads (Google, Meta)
Payments Every 2 weeks Immediately after each sale
Custom Storefront Yes Yes
Potential Visibility Extremely high: Amazon is a global leader High, but more niche-focused
Did you know? Amazon receives over 3 billion visits per month. Etsy is under 100 million.

4. Frequently Asked Questions (SEO FAQ)

✅ Is it difficult to get approved on Amazon Handmade?

The process is thorough but straightforward. Amazon wants to ensure products are truly handmade. You’ll need to show images, describe materials used, and explain your crafting process.

✅ What are the top-selling Handmade products?

Personalized jewelry, pet products, home decor, engraved mugs, and wedding accessories.
Recommended Resource Optimize your product pages with the SEO Guide 2025.

✅ How much can you earn selling on Handmade?

Data shows 61% of sellers exceed $1,000 per month, and 33% have profit margins above 20%. Useful tool: Profit Dashboard.

✅ How to get reviews?

Use SellerMagnet’s Review Requester to send automated post-purchase review requests.
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✅ FBA or FBM for Handmade?

If you sell high volumes, consider FBA to streamline logistics. If you create made-to-order items, FBM is often ideal. Learn more: FBA vs FBM.

5. How to Optimize Your Handmade Product Pages

  • Use high-relevance keywords with strong search volume
  • Include at least 5 high-quality images from multiple angles
  • Add a short video showcasing the product or your crafting process
  • Tell an authentic story about your brand and product origin
  • Use clear bullet points to highlight benefits and unique features
Recommended SellerMagnet tools: * Listing Optimizer * Amazon SEO Guide 2025
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Best Practice Use at least 5 images, a short video, and a long-tail keyword-rich description. Include a FAQ section and a brief note on your creative process to boost trust and conversions.

Conclusion

Amazon Handmade is a powerful resource for turning your crafting passion into a global business. It offers visibility, powerful tools, and a vast customer base.
If you’re ready to grow your handmade venture, start today with SellerMagnet and its suite of tools:
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