What is the cheapest way to start selling online in the UK?
The cheapest way to start is usually a marketplace such as Etsy or eBay, or a low-cost Shopify plan with a free theme. You avoid website costs and pay mainly per sale.
By Abdullah Ashraf, Shopify expert · Last updated: October 2026
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Marketplaces charge fees on each sale and limit your branding. Once you have regular sales, your own Shopify store is often cheaper per order. Compare Shopify and Etsy.
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