When you open an Etsy Store, you can't simply expect people to find you. There will be some that stumble upon your shop while looking through Etsy but to get the attention that you will need to go out and advertise. Advertising may sound like a chore but it's really easy.
Instructions
1. Consider where you want to advertise. What is in your shop? What does it pertain to and who would be interested in the items that you're selling are all great questions to ask yourself before you begin.
2. Make friends on Etsy. There are forums on Etsy that you can advertise but you also want to get to know other sellers who have shops that are selling items like yours. A lot of sellers on Etsy get together and help promote each other. Exchange business cards or flyer's for your shop with other Etsy sellers and put them in sold packages to draw attention to each other.
3. Check forums and message boards on the Internet. A lot of forums that are focused on a certain craft will have an area for people to advertise their items. These are great places to begin advertising. Just make sure to check their rules on advertising. You don't want to make anyone annoyed by not following their rules.
4. Advertise on Etsy. There are a number of ways that you can get your store name and items out for everyone to see. One of the ways is to use the Etsy forum on the site. Another great way is to use the Main Showcase. For a small fee, a picture and link to your site will be posted on the main Etsy page for everyone on Etsy to see.
5. Always keep your eyes open for new ways to advertise. There is no such thing as too much advertising. The more you get your store name and the items out to people that would be interested in them, the more successful you will be.
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