Analyze secondhand fashion platform terms for seller commissions, authentication policies, and what happens when disputes arise.
Selling pre-owned fashion? These platforms take significant cuts and have policies that can cost you money.
Commissions range from 20% (Poshmark) to 80%+ (ThredUp consignment). The platform's cut varies by item price, brand tier, and sale method.
Platform can deem items "not authentic" based on their judgment. You may lose the item AND the money with limited recourse.
Some platforms (ThredUp) set prices for you. Items may sell for far less than expected with automatic markdowns over time.
After a period (often 30-90 days), unsold items may be donated, recycled, or disposed of—not returned to you.
Buyers may have 3-day return windows. If buyer cancels or returns, you might not get your item back in the same condition.
Funds are typically held until buyer acceptance (3+ days). Some platforms hold funds longer for new sellers or flagged accounts.
Paste the seller agreement to understand your rights and costs.