Protecting the Artisan Marketplace
Etsy is unique in its focus on “Handmade” and “Vintage” goods. Because of this, their AI often bans legitimate artists for “Reselling” or “IP Infringement.” Accounts Keeper understands the “Maker” culture and helps you prove your shop’s integrity to the Etsy Integrity Team.
Common Reasons for Etsy Suspensions
- Reselling (Not Handmade):
Being flagged because your items look like mass-produced goods (often a false positive by AI). - IP Infringement:
Selling “Fan Art” or using trademarked terms (like “Disney” or “Marvel”) in your tags. - Identity & Bank Verification:
A mismatch between your “Etsy Payments” name and your bank account or ID. - Shilling:
Having friends or family buy from your shop to “boost” reviews.
The Accounts Keeper Edge
- Handmade Verification:
We help you document your “Production Process” with photos and descriptions that satisfy Etsy’s strict rules. - Copyright Mitigation:
We advise on how to clean your tags and titles to avoid future “Take-down” notices. - Account Synergy:
Ensuring your Etsy and “Etsy Payments” (Paypal/Bank) data are perfectly aligned.
Our Commitment
We treat your eBay account as the core business infrastructure it is. Our approach is built on three principles:
Transparency:We will give you an honest assessment of your recovery options before you commit to anything.
Compliance Expertise:Our guidance is grounded in eBay’s official policies, Risk team documentation, and real-world enforcement patterns — not speculation.
Structured Communication:Every response we help prepare is formatted to meet the evidentiary standards that Payoneer’s compliance reviewers require.Our Recovery Process
- Shop Audit:
Determining why the “Integrity Team” flagged your shop. - The “Maker” Defense:
Creating a portfolio that proves you are the creator of the items. - Formal Appeal:
Submitting a high-level appeal that emphasizes your value to the Etsy community.
Pricing
DIY Recovery Manual: $39 (Step-by-step guide for standard violations)
Full Consulting Service: $699 (One-on-one expert management and custom appeal drafting)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Etsy banned me for “Reselling,” but I make everything myself. Why?
A: If you use professional photography that looks “too good,” the AI might think you are a dropshipper. We help you provide “Behind the Scenes” proof.
Q: My shop was suspended immediately after my first sale. Is that normal?
A: Yes. Etsy often does a “First Sale Security Check.” We help you provide the ID and shipping info needed to clear this quickly.
Q: Can I reopen my shop if it was banned for Copyright?
A: It depends on the severity. If you have “3 Strikes,” we focus on a “Corrective Action Plan” to show Etsy you have removed all infringing items.
Q: Will my reviews and sales history be saved?
A: Yes. When a shop is restored, your SEO ranking, reviews, and “Star Seller” progress are typically preserved.
Q: How do I contact the “Etsy Integrity Team”?
A: They don’t have a public phone number. We use the specific “Appeal Portal” and “Executive Escalation” emails to get you noticed.