How to Categorize Products for Etsy

Understanding Etsy Product Categorization

Etsy is the global marketplace for unique and creative goods, home to over 7 million active sellers and 90 million active buyers. Unlike mass-market platforms, Etsy specializes in handmade items, vintage goods (20+ years old), and craft supplies. Proper categorization on Etsy is essential for connecting your unique creations with buyers who appreciate handcrafted quality.

Etsy's category system is designed specifically for creative entrepreneurs. The taxonomy reflects the types of products that thrive on the platform: handmade jewelry, custom artwork, vintage clothing, craft supplies, personalized gifts, and more. Choosing the right category affects where your listings appear in search results, browse pages, and curated collections.

Our AI categorization tool understands Etsy's unique marketplace dynamics. It considers factors like handmade vs. vintage distinction, craft supply classification, and the nuanced subcategories that help buyers find exactly what they're looking for. Whether you're selling hand-poured candles, vintage mid-century furniture, or beading supplies, we'll identify the optimal Etsy category.

Etsy Category Structure

Etsy organizes listings into main categories and subcategories that reflect the creative nature of its marketplace. Understanding this structure helps you place your products where buyers expect to find them.

Each main category branches into specific subcategories. For example, "Jewelry" includes subcategories like Necklaces, Rings, Earrings, and Bracelets, which further divide into styles (Statement, Minimalist, Bohemian) and materials (Gold, Silver, Gemstone). Selecting the most specific applicable category improves your listing's visibility.

Popular Etsy Categories

API Integration Guide

Integrate Etsy categorization into your listing workflow. Perfect for shops with large inventories or those migrating from other platforms.

import requests

def categorize_for_etsy(product_description, api_key):
    base_url = "https://www.productcategorization.com/api/ecommerce/ecommerce_category6_get.php"
    params = {
        "query": product_description,
        "api_key": api_key,
        "data_type": "etsy"
    }
    response = requests.get(base_url, params=params)
    return response.json()

# Example: Categorize handmade jewelry
result = categorize_for_etsy(
    "Handmade Sterling Silver Moonstone Pendant Necklace Boho Style",
    "your_api_key_here"
)
print(f"Etsy Category: {result['category']}")

async function categorizeForEtsy(productDescription, apiKey) {
    const baseUrl = 'https://www.productcategorization.com/api/ecommerce/ecommerce_category6_get.php';
    const params = new URLSearchParams({
        query: productDescription,
        api_key: apiKey,
        data_type: 'etsy'
    });
    const response = await fetch(`${baseUrl}?${params}`);
    return response.json();
}

// Example: Categorize vintage item
categorizeForEtsy('1970s Teak Danish Modern Credenza Sideboard', 'your_api_key')
    .then(result => console.log('Etsy Category:', result.category));

curl -X GET "https://www.productcategorization.com/api/ecommerce/ecommerce_category6_get.php" \
  -d "query=Hand Poured Soy Candle Lavender Vanilla Scent 8oz" \
  -d "api_key=your_api_key_here" \
  -d "data_type=etsy"