10 Depop Tips to Increase Your Sales in 2026
Making consistent sales on Depop takes more than just listing items and hoping for the best. The most successful sellers follow proven strategies that keep their shops visible, engaging, and trustworthy.
Whether you're just starting out or looking to level up, here are 10 tips to help you sell more on Depop this year.
1. Take Better Photos
This is the single biggest factor in whether someone clicks on your listing. Depop is a visual platform — your photos need to stand out.
What works:
- Natural lighting (near a window, outdoor shots)
- Clean, uncluttered backgrounds
- Show the item being worn if possible
- Multiple angles (front, back, close-up of tags/details)
- Consistent style across your shop
2. Write Keyword-Rich Descriptions
Depop's search works like Google — it matches buyer searches to listing titles and descriptions. Include:
- Brand name
- Item type (shirt, dress, jacket, etc.)
- Color, size, material
- Style keywords (vintage, Y2K, streetwear, cottagecore)
- Condition (NWT, like new, good condition)
Bad: "Cute top for sale" Good: "Vintage Nike cropped t-shirt - white - size M - 90s streetwear"
3. Price Competitively
Research what similar items sell for on Depop. Price too high and you'll get no interest; price too low and you leave money on the table.
Tips:
- Search for your item and filter by "sold" to see actual selling prices
- Factor in shipping costs — many buyers prefer free shipping bundled in
- Use offers strategically to move stale inventory
4. Bump Your Listings Daily
Depop's algorithm favors recently updated listings. Bumping refreshes your items in search results without creating new listings.
Do it manually by editing each listing, or use a tool like Resellify to bump all your items with one click.
5. Relist Stale Items
If something has been sitting for 2+ weeks with minimal views, relist it. Deleting and reposting gives the item a fresh start in Depop's algorithm.
Resellify's relist task copies all your listing details, deletes the old listing, and creates a new one automatically.
6. Post Consistently
Aim for 3–5 new listings per week. Shops with regular activity get favored by Depop's algorithm and stay top-of-mind for followers.
If you're running low on inventory, focus on sourcing from:
- Thrift stores and garage sales
- Wholesale lots
- Your own closet
- Online estate sales
7. Engage with the Community
Depop rewards engagement. The more active you are, the more visibility you get.
- Like items in your niche to attract sellers and buyers to your shop
- Follow potential buyers — many will check out your shop and follow back
- Respond to messages quickly — fast response times build trust
8. Offer Bundles and Discounts
Buyers love a deal. Encourage higher order values with:
- Bundle discounts (e.g., "10% off 2+ items")
- Free shipping on orders over a certain amount
- Seasonal sales to move inventory
Mention bundle deals in your shop bio and listing descriptions.
9. Use Automation Strategically
Manual shop maintenance eats into your profit-making time. Automate repetitive tasks like bumping, following, and liking so you can focus on sourcing and customer service.
Resellify automates all of these with built-in safety delays:
- Bump Items — Refresh all listings in minutes
- Follow Buyers — Grow your audience automatically
- Like by Keyword — Engage with relevant items in your niche
10. Track and Optimize
Pay attention to what sells and what doesn't:
- Which items get the most views after bumping?
- What time of day do you get the most sales?
- Which keywords drive the most traffic?
Use this data to refine your sourcing, pricing, and posting strategy.
The Shortcut: Combine These Tips with Automation
The sellers who do best on Depop combine great products with consistent shop maintenance. Automation handles the consistency part — bump daily, engage with potential buyers, and keep your listings fresh — so you can focus on the parts that actually require your time and creativity.
Try Resellify Free and put these tips on autopilot.