No, you do not need a business license to open an Etsy shop. However, you may need to register for taxes or obtain a seller's permit depending on your location and sales volume.

It costs $0.20 to list each item for sale on Etsy, and Etsy takes a 5% transaction fee on each sale, so the cost varies depending on how many products you list and sell.

To set up an Etsy store, go to Etsy.com and click on “Open Your Etsy Shop” on the homepage. Follow the prompts to enter your personal and shop information, and then start listing your products.

No, there are some restrictions on what can be sold on Etsy. Some prohibited items include weapons, illegal items, and items that infringe on intellectual property rights.

You can promote your Etsy store through social media, blogging, participating in Etsy teams, and paid advertising on Etsy.

You can choose to handle shipping and returns yourself or use Etsy's shipping labels and returns system. Make sure to clearly state your shipping and return policies on your shop page so buyers understand the terms.

Yes, you can sell digital products on Etsy. You can sell digital files for items like printables, patterns, and graphic design.

Etsy pays you directly to your bank account or with PayPal. You can set up your payment preferences in your shop settings.