Build Your Own Marketplace
Build Your Own Etsy Alternative
Etsy takes 6.5% of every sale. Sellers are frustrated with rising fees, buried listings, and constant policy changes. This frustration is creating a massive opportunity.
Today, you can build your own Etsy alternative — without writing a single line of code.
No coding required. Launch in days, not months.
Watch the Full Build
Building an Etsy Alternative with AI
Step-by-step: from zero to a live marketplace in one video
0:00
Why sellers leave Etsy
1:39
Building with AI
10:04
Creating listings
17:43
First test purchase
The Problem
Why Sellers Are Leaving Etsy
Sellers don't necessarily want another Etsy — they want a better home for their craft.
Rising Fees
6.5% transaction fee + $0.20 listing fee + payment processing
Sellers keep less of every sale
Buried in Competition
Millions of sellers competing for visibility
Even great products get lost in the noise
Algorithm Changes
One tweak and shop income drops overnight
No stability or predictability for sellers
No Control
Policy changes happen without warning
Sellers just react — they can't build long-term
The Opportunity
When you build for one specific group, you can offer: lower fees, better visibility, and a real sense of community.
The Opportunity
Niche Marketplaces Win
The most successful Etsy alternatives aren't massive platforms — they're focused. Pick a niche and build a better home for that community.
Handmade Ceramics
Pottery, mugs, bowls, and decorative pieces from independent artists.
Target: Home decor enthusiasts, gift buyers
Vintage Watches
Curated collection of vintage and antique timepieces.
Target: Collectors, watch enthusiasts
Indie Stationery
Notebooks, planners, art prints, and paper goods from indie creators.
Target: Journaling community, students, artists
Local Artisans
Handmade goods from makers in your city or region.
Target: Local shoppers, tourists, gift buyers
Sustainable Goods
Eco-friendly, zero-waste, and ethically made products.
Target: Environmentally conscious consumers
Pet Supplies
Handmade pet accessories, treats, and toys.
Target: Pet owners who want unique items
Have a different niche in mind? Prometora works for any type of marketplace.
Your Marketplace, Your Fees
Calculate Your Marketplace Revenue
Unlike Etsy's fixed 6.5% fee, you set your own commission. See how much you could earn — and how much more your sellers keep compared to Etsy.
Your Settings
Break-Even Analysis
Orders to Break Even
36
GMV at Break Even
$1,800
You're 64 orders above break-even! Your subscription is covered.
Net profit per order: $4 (your 10% commission minus 1.5% Prometora fee)
Per Transaction Breakdown
Deducted from seller
What you earn as marketplace owner
Seller side (for reference)
Monthly Projections
Yearly Projections
Revenue Growth Chart
Visualize how your net revenue scales with order volume
Monthly orders → Net revenue/month
Scaling Projections
See how your revenue grows as your marketplace scales (based on $50 AOV, 10% commission, Professional plan)
| Orders | GMV | Commission | Fees | Net |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | $2,500 | $250 | -$187 | $64 |
| 100Current | $5,000 | $500 | -$224 | $276 |
| 250 | $12,500 | $1,250 | -$337 | $914 |
| 500 | $25,000 | $2,500 | -$524 | $1,976 |
| 1,000 | $50,000 | $5,000 | -$899 | $4,101 |
Ready to Start Earning?
With 100 orders at $50 AOV, you could be earning $276/month. Start building your marketplace today.
Compare to Etsy's Fees
On Etsy, sellers pay:
- • 6.5% transaction fee
- • $0.20 per listing
- • 3% + $0.25 payment processing
- • 12-15% for ads (Etsy pushes this)
On your marketplace:
- • You set the commission (even 0%)
- • No listing fees
- • Standard Stripe fees only
- • Sellers keep more of every sale
Built-In Features
Everything You Need for a Handmade Marketplace
Prometora includes all the features sellers and buyers expect — no plugins, no custom development.
Product Listings
Sellers create beautiful listings with multiple photos, variants, and detailed descriptions.
Seller Storefronts
Each seller gets their own customizable shop page to showcase their brand.
Split Payments
Stripe Connect automatically splits payments between you and your sellers.
Seller Management
Approve sellers, manage listings, and oversee your marketplace.
Reviews & Ratings
Build trust with buyer reviews and seller ratings.
Order Management
Sellers manage orders, shipping, and communicate with buyers.
How It Works
Launch Your Marketplace in 3 Steps
Pick Your Niche
Focus on a specific category — handmade ceramics, vintage watches, local artisans, sustainable goods. The more focused, the better you can serve that community.
Build with AI
Describe your marketplace to Prometora's AI. It generates your homepage, categories, listing fields, and content. Customize everything visually — no code required.
Onboard Sellers
Invite sellers to join your marketplace. They create their shops, list products, and start selling. You earn a commission on every sale (or set your own fee structure).
Start Your Handmade Marketplace Today
No development costs. No coding. Create a home for makers and artisans where they keep more of what they earn.
Stripe Connect
Secure payments
SSL Encrypted
All data protected
30-Day Guarantee
Money back, no questions
Custom Domain
Your brand, your URL
Trusted by Marketplace Founders
“I had been thinking about building a marketplace for some time and already tried several ‘no coding’ platforms. These however were too restrictive in customization for my needs. After looking for alternatives I stumbled upon Prometora and can honestly say I never looked further since. Customization is great and a lot of features are already present for different types of marketplaces. Above all that the customer support is superb which really makes this one of the best ‘no coding’ platforms. I would highly recommend Prometora for anyone trying to build a solid marketplace with very basic technical skills.”
Lukas V.
Founder, United Spares — Automotive parts marketplace
“We had been looking for a platform for our jewelry marketplace for a long time, but most solutions were either too technical or lacked important features. With Prometora we quickly built a professional marketplace with Stripe payments, seller onboarding, and our own domain - without writing a single line of code. The support has been fantastic and always quick to help. Highly recommend Prometora to anyone wanting to start a marketplace.”
Julius J.
Founder, Valé — Jewelry marketplace
“I wanted a reliable partner, and choosing Prometora was undoubtedly the best decision for developing Perigoodies. The team’s guidance and dedication made my job much easier, and their responsiveness and support far exceeded my expectations and are greatly appreciated.”
Nelly P.
Founder, Perigoodies — Périgord artisan & gourmet marketplace
Frequently Asked Questions
Custom development typically costs $10,000 to $50,000+ and takes months. Prometora gives you the same core features at a fraction of the cost.
On Etsy, you're competing with millions of sellers and paying their growing fees.
Buyers can follow their favorite sellers and browse by shop.
Sellers receive automatic payouts on your schedule. Learn more in our revenue guide.
Prometora lets you customize categories, listing fields, and filters for your specific market.
Many sellers are actively looking for Etsy alternatives due to rising fees and competition. Your pitch: 'A better home for your craft.'
No coding required. Launch in days, not months.
Ready to Build Your Etsy Alternative?
Give artisans and makers a better platform. Own your marketplace, set your fees, build your community.
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