The short answer
Photograph each item clearly, write a title and description with the brand, size and details buyers search for, and price so you have room to accept offers. Share your listings regularly, send offers to people who like them, and ship quickly once an item sells. Poshmark charges sellers a fee on each sale and its rules and features change over time, so check its current fees and policies before you set prices.
Step 1: decide what to list
Women's, men's and children's clothing, shoes, bags, accessories and home items all sell on Poshmark. Known brands, items in excellent condition and new-with-tags pieces tend to do best. Low-priced items can still sell, but the fee and your time make bundles a better route for many of them. Higher-value items may go through Poshmark's authentication service, so make sure what you list is genuine.
Step 2: prepare and photograph
- Clean, de-lint and steam each item, and check every seam and zip.
- Photograph the front first, with a bright, uncluttered cover photo, because the cover shows in feeds and search.
- Add the back, the brand and size labels, the fabric tag, close-ups of details and every flaw.
- Measure flat and include the key measurements.
See how to photograph items for resale.
Step 3: write a listing buyers can find
Put the brand and item type at the start of the title, followed by key details such as style name, colour and size. Fill in the brand, category, size, colour and condition fields, and say if an item is new with tags. In the description, include measurements, material, fit notes and an honest description of any wear. Our listing title builder can help structure titles.
Step 4: price with offers in mind
Many Poshmark buyers make offers, so sellers often list a little above their target price. Check sold listings for the same brand and item to see what buyers actually pay, and work out what you keep after the fee and any shipping discount you offer. The resale profit calculator shows your net payout at different prices.
Step 5: share, offer and bundle
- Share your closet: sharing moves your listings up in feeds. Many sellers share their closet regularly.
- Offers to likers: when someone likes an item, you can send them a discounted offer, sometimes with reduced shipping.
- Bundles: buyers can bundle items from your closet. A bundle discount encourages them to buy more and saves you shipping.
- Posh Parties: themed events where you can share listings that fit the theme.
Step 6: ship quickly
When an item sells, Poshmark usually provides a prepaid shipping label for the package. Pack the item neatly, as many buyers value presentation, and send it within the time Poshmark sets. Keep the package within the label's weight limit, and keep proof of drop-off.
Step 7: after the sale
Payment is normally released after the buyer accepts the order or after a set period. If a buyer opens a case, respond through Poshmark with your photos. Keep conversations and payments on the platform, and watch for scam signs described in our guide to avoiding scams when selling online.
Where WorthAI fits
Before you list, scan the item with WorthAI to identify the likely brand and style and see an estimated worth with a range, a suggested asking price and a reading of buyer demand, along with the marketplace listings behind the estimate. Check that those listings match your item's size, version and condition, and tap Refine Result if the match is wrong. Use the estimate as research, then set your own price for Poshmark.
Frequently asked questions
How much does Poshmark take from a sale?
Poshmark charges sellers a fee on each sale, and the fee structure differs by country and can change. Check Poshmark's current fee page and work out your net payout before you set a price.
Does sharing really help on Poshmark?
Sharing moves your listings up in feeds, so it helps buyers see them. Good photos, fair prices and offers to likers matter as much.
Who pays for shipping on Poshmark?
Buyers usually pay shipping, and Poshmark provides a prepaid label. Sellers can choose to offer reduced shipping as part of an offer, which they pay for.