Whatnot Fees: How Much Does Whatnot Take from Sales?

I used to think that selling on Whatnot was as simple as finding an item and hitting the “Go Live” button. Then I noticed my payouts didn’t quite match my expectations.

If you don’t understand the Whatnot fee structure, you might spend hours streaming only to realize your profit isn’t what you planned.

I wrote this guide to show you exactly how much Whatnot takes from your sales. Most sellers jump in without looking at the fine print, but knowing the cost of doing business is the only way to build a sustainable side hustle.

Whatnot takes a share of every successful transaction to keep the lights on and the community growing. These selling fees cover everything from the live streaming technology to the secure payment systems that keep buyers coming back.

Let’s dive into how the Whatnot fee structure works so you can keep more of your hard-earned money.

Types of Whatnot Fee for Sellers

Whatnot charges two fees from sellers for every successful transaction:

Commission Fee

This is a flat percentage fee (typically 8%) charged on the final sale price of the item.

This fee covers your use of the platform, the livestreaming infrastructure, and access to Whatnot’s built-in audience.

Also, the Whatnot commission fee is calculated before shipping and taxes are added.

Payment Processing Fee

The payment processing fee (typically 2.9% + $0.30) is calculated based on the total order value.

Because this covers the cost of handling the buyer’s payment, it is applied to the entire amount processed, including:

• The item price
• Shipping costs
• Sales tax

Whatnot Fees Breakdown

Whatnot fees are consistent across the US, Canada, and Australia, while the UK and EU operate on a slightly lower base commission fee to account for the way VAT (Value Added Tax) is applied.

Whatnot Seller Fee Structure (US, Canada and Australia)

In the United States, Canada, and Australia, Whatnot sellers pay an 8% commission fee on most items, including comics & anime, toys, and trading cards.

For high-value sales, the commission fee only applies to the first $1,500 of the price, with no commission fee charged on any amount above that limit.

The processing fee for the US, Canada, and Australia is 2.9% of the total order plus a small $0.30 flat fee.

Specific categories and regions currently benefit from limited-time discounts to help sellers grow. For example, the “Coins and Money” category features a lower 4% commission fee in these countries.

Moreover, Canadian sellers in Women’s Fashion pay 0% commission right now, while Australian sellers can enjoy a 4% commission fee between 2:00 AM and 4:00 PM AEST/AEDT, till April 30, 2026.

Whatnot Seller Fee Structure (EU & UK)

Whatnot sellers in the United Kingdom and Europe pay a base commission fee of 6.67% plus VAT for most categories.

The high-value cap also applies here, meaning the commission fee applies only on the first £/€1,500 of a sale.

For Coins and Money, Whatnot’s commission fee is 4% plus VAT.

Payment processing fee for the UK and EU is slightly different, at 2.42% of the total order plus a flat fee of £/€0.25, with VAT added to these service charges.

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Does Whatnot Charge a Listing Fee?

No, Whatnot does not charge a listing fee. You can create as many listings as you want for your live shows or marketplace shop without paying any upfront fee.

Instead, Whatnot operates on a “no sale, no fee” model, meaning they only charge you fees once an item actually sells.

Does Whatnot Charge a Withdrawal Fee?

No, Whatnot does not charge a fee to withdraw your earnings via the standard payout method.

Once your funds are available in your Whatnot balance (usually after the buyer receives the item), you can transfer them to your linked bank account or PayPal at no extra cost.

Whatnot payouts typically arrive within 1–2 business days.

Is There Any Commission or Payment Processing Fee on Whatnot Giveaways?

No, Whatnot does not charge a commission or payment processing fee on giveaways.

Because the “final sale price” and “total order value” for a giveaway are both $0.00, Whatnot has no transaction amount to take a percentage from.

What is the $10 Charge on Whatnot?

If you see a $10 charge from Whatnot on your bank statement, do not worry, because this is not an actual fee you have to pay.

It’s actually a temporary pre-authorization hold to check your payment card. Whatnot does this to make sure your card is real and has enough money.

You will usually see this when you first join a live show or try to become a verified buyer. It helps the app prevent fake bids and keeps the auctions fair for everyone.

Even though it looks like a real charge, the money is just “frozen” for a short time. Your bank will typically show it as a pending transaction that never fully processes.

The hold amount usually disappears from your account within a few days. Most banks release the money in twenty-four hours, but some can take up to a week.

If the charge stays on your statement for more than seven days, you should contact your bank. They can confirm the hold was canceled and help you get your balance back to normal.

Does Coupons Impact Fees and Earnings on Whatnot?

Coupons on Whatnot can and cannot impact your seller fees and earnings, depending on who provides them.

When you offer a seller-created coupon to a buyer on Whatnot, you pay the discount yourself. For a $50 item with a $10 coupon, you earn based on the $40 sale price, and Whatnot charges its 8% commission ($3.20) on that amount.

With a Whatnot-issue coupon, Whatnot covers the cost. If a buyer uses a $15 Whatnot coupon on a $50 item, you still receive the full $50 value, and Whatnot simply deducts the standard 8% commission ($4.00) from the original total amount.

How Much Does Whatnot Take from a $10 Sale?

For a standard $10 sale on Whatnot (assuming $5.00 shipping and 8% sales tax), Whatnot takes approximately $1.60, leaving you with roughly $8.40.

Because the processing fee is calculated on the total transaction amount (including shipping and tax), the exact amount varies slightly.

Here is the breakdown for a typical $10 Whatnot sale:

• Commission (8% of $10.00): $0.80
• Processing Fee (2.9% of ~$16.20 + $0.30): ~$0.80
• Total Fees Whatnot Take: ~$1.60

How Much Does Whatnot Take from a $100 Sale?

On a $100 sale, Whatnot will take approximately $11.60, leaving you with roughly $88.40 in earnings.

The exact amount fluctuates slightly based on the shipping cost and sales tax paid by the buyer, as those are included in the processing fee calculation.

Here is the breakdown for a $100 Whatnot sale:

• Commission (8% of $100): $8.00
• Processing Fee (2.9% of total order + $0.30): ~$3.60
  • Based on an estimated total of $113.00 (Price + $8 Shipping + $5 Tax).
• Total Fees Whatnot Take: ~$11.60

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