Etsy

API

API for managing Etsy shops and interacting with product listings

Overview

The Etsy API is a RESTful interface that enables developers to manage shops (retrieve details, update settings), handle listings (create, edit, delete, fetch), track orders, and sync inventory. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include building custom shop dashboards, automating listing updates, integrating Etsy inventory with third-party tools, and streamlining order fulfillment workflows. It supports OAuth 2.0 for authenticated operations like writing to shop data or modifying listings.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://www.etsy.com/developers/documentation/getting_started/api_basics')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON Support
OAuth 2.0 Auth
Shop Management
Listing CRUD Operations

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Etsy API free to use?

Yes, basic access is free for registered apps, though production usage is subject to rate limits based on your app's tier.

? Does it require an API Key?

Yes—you need a client ID (API key) for read operations, and OAuth 2.0 access tokens for write operations like updating listings.

? What is the response format?

All Etsy API responses are in JSON format, which is widely compatible with most programming languages and frameworks.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Shopping

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive shop/listing tools
⊕ Well-documented
⊕ Enables automation workflows

Cons

⊖ Rate-limited production usage
⊖ OAuth required for write operations
⊖ Advanced features need app approval