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      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Etsy: signup_requirements",
      "summary": "You must have an existing Etsy account before creating a shop.",
      "body": "You must have an existing Etsy account before creating a shop.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“You must have an existing Etsy account before creating a shop, so sign in or create an Etsy account.”",
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      "source_link": "https://help.etsy.com/hc/en-us/articles/115015672808-How-to-Open-an-Etsy-Shop",
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      "evidence_quote": "You must have an existing Etsy account before creating a shop, so sign in or create an Etsy account.",
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      "title": "Etsy: identity_verification",
      "summary": "Identity verification is required before setting up a storefront.",
      "body": "Identity verification is required before setting up a storefront.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“You need to verify your identity before setting up your storefront. Etsy partners with third-party company Persona to run identity and fraud-prevention checks.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://help.etsy.com/hc/en-us/articles/22481159004567-How-to-Verify-Your-Identity-on-Etsy",
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      "source_publisher": "Etsy Help Center",
      "evidence_quote": "You need to verify your identity before setting up your storefront. Etsy partners with third-party company Persona to run identity and fraud-prevention checks.",
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      "title": "Etsy: identity_verification_process",
      "summary": "Government ID and selfie are required for identity verification using Persona.",
      "body": "Government ID and selfie are required for identity verification using Persona.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“In order to verify your identity, you'll need to provide a photo of your government ID and a clear selfie.”",
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      "title": "Etsy: payment_setup",
      "summary": "Bank account connection is required to receive payments on Etsy.",
      "body": "Bank account connection is required to receive payments on Etsy.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“To get paid on Etsy, you need to connect your bank account to your Etsy shop so that you can receive payments.”",
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      "title": "Etsy: fees",
      "summary": "A one-time, non-refundable shop set-up fee is required when adding billing information.",
      "body": "A one-time, non-refundable shop set-up fee is required when adding billing information.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“Once you've added your billing information, a one-time, non-refundable shop set-up fee must be paid. This fee helps us invest in support for new sellers, as well as enhanced security checks to protect our marketplace.”",
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      "title": "Etsy: account_security",
      "summary": "Two-factor authentication is required as a security measure.",
      "body": "Two-factor authentication is required as a security measure.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“As a security measure, we require you to set up two-factor authentication.”",
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      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_etsy_shop_creation_requires_payment",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Etsy: shop_setup",
      "summary": "Payment methods must be set up before publishing a shop.",
      "body": "Payment methods must be set up before publishing a shop.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“You'll now have a draft shop. Before you open your shop, you must choose your payment methods and set up billing.”",
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      "evidence_quote": "You'll now have a draft shop. Before you open your shop, you must choose your payment methods and set up billing.",
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      "title": "Etsy: payment_setup",
      "summary": "Debit or credit card must be added to account for billing purposes.",
      "body": "Debit or credit card must be added to account for billing purposes.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“You'll also need to add a debit or credit card to your account to pay your bills from Etsy.”",
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      "title": "Etsy: shop_configuration",
      "summary": "Shop language must be selected during setup and cannot be changed later.",
      "body": "Shop language must be selected during setup and cannot be changed later.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“Select your shop's language, country, and currency: Shop language: The shop language you choose is the default language you use to describe your items. Be sure that the language you choose is also one you feel comfortable communicating with buyers in. You won't be able to change it later, but if you'd like to add translations in other languages, you will be able to enroll in other languages after opening your shop.”",
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      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_etsy_shop_name_requirements",
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      "title": "Etsy: shop_configuration",
      "summary": "Shop name has specific character limits and restrictions.",
      "body": "Shop name has specific character limits and restrictions.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“Shop names must meet the following requirements: 4-20 characters in length, No spaces or special characters, No profanity, Not already in use by an existing Etsy member, Does not infringe on another's trademark”",
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      "title": "Etsy: shop_configuration",
      "summary": "Currency conversion fees may apply if shop currency differs from bank currency.",
      "body": "Currency conversion fees may apply if shop currency differs from bank currency.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“Currency conversion fees may apply if your bank's currency is different from your shop currency.”",
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      "title": "Etsy: eligibility",
      "summary": "Must be at least 18 years old to open a shop on Etsy.",
      "body": "Must be at least 18 years old to open a shop on Etsy.\n\nWhat Etsy Help Center actually says:\n\n“You must be at least 18 years of age to open a shop on Etsy.”",
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      "title": "Amazon Handmade: account_type",
      "summary": "Professional selling plan is required to access Handmade features.",
      "body": "Professional selling plan is required to access Handmade features.\n\nWhat Amazon Handmade actually says:\n\n“Sign up as a Professional seller or log in to your Seller Central account. If you have an Individual plan, upgrade to a Professional plan under Manage Your Services to unlock Handmade features and benefits.”",
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      "title": "Amazon Handmade: approval_process",
      "summary": "Application process required to become a Handmade maker.",
      "body": "Application process required to become a Handmade maker.\n\nWhat Amazon Handmade actually says:\n\n“Confirm you will comply with all Handmade guidelines, then submit your application by entering information about you, your products, and your process.”",
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      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_amazon_handmade_monthly_fee_waived",
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      "title": "Amazon Handmade: fees",
      "summary": "Monthly professional selling fee is waived for approved Handmade sellers after first month.",
      "body": "Monthly professional selling fee is waived for approved Handmade sellers after first month.\n\nWhat Amazon Handmade actually says:\n\n“Once you're approved to sell in Handmade, the monthly fee will be waived for approved applicants after the first month. A savings of $480 per year.”",
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      "title": "Shopify: account_setup",
      "summary": "Billing information is collected during Shopify signup for trial continuation.",
      "body": "Billing information is collected during Shopify signup for trial continuation.\n\nWhat Shopify Help Center actually says:\n\n“Optional: Provide your billing information for your store, so your business can stay open after your trial expires: For new Shopify users, you can add new payment method information. This billing information applies only to the store you're creating.”",
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      "summary": "Shopify store setup follows a 4-step process.",
      "body": "Shopify store setup follows a 4-step process.\n\nWhat Shopify Website actually says:\n\n“4 simple steps, and you'll be selling in no time. 1. Choose a template. 2. Add your products. 3. Set up your store. 4. Tell the world!”",
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    {
      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_bigcartel_plans_start_at_zero",
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      "title": "Big Cartel: pricing",
      "summary": "Big Cartel offers a plan starting at $0/month.",
      "body": "Big Cartel offers a plan starting at $0/month.\n\nWhat Big Cartel Website actually says:\n\n“HUSTLE WITHOUT THE HASSLE Set up an online store and start selling fastâ€”plans starting at $0, zero stress.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.bigcartel.com/",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-02",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Big Cartel Website",
      "evidence_quote": "HUSTLE WITHOUT THE HASSLE Set up an online store and start selling fastâ€”plans starting at $0, zero stress.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1193-handmade-crafts-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Big Cartel",
      "topic": "pricing",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "bigcartel",
        "topic": [
          "money.pricing"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_bigcartel_import_from_etsy",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Big Cartel: integration",
      "summary": "Big Cartel allows importing products directly from Etsy.",
      "body": "Big Cartel allows importing products directly from Etsy.\n\nWhat Big Cartel Website actually says:\n\n“Create new listings or import directly from Shopify, Etsy, or Squarespace.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.bigcartel.com/",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-02",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Big Cartel Website",
      "evidence_quote": "Create new listings or import directly from Shopify, Etsy, or Squarespace.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1193-handmade-crafts-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Big Cartel",
      "topic": "integration",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "bigcartel",
        "topic": [
          "craft.posting"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_faire_wholesale_platform",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Faire: platform_type",
      "summary": "Faire is a wholesale platform connecting retailers with brands.",
      "body": "Faire is a wholesale platform connecting retailers with brands.\n\nWhat Faire Website actually says:\n\n“Weâ€™re Faire. Weâ€™re Faire. Weâ€™re Faire. The platform for retailers.”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.faire.com",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-02",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Faire Website",
      "evidence_quote": "Weâ€™re Faire. Weâ€™re Faire. Weâ€™re Faire. The platform for retailers.",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1193-handmade-crafts-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Faire",
      "topic": "platform_type",
      "applies_to_country": "*",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "any",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "faire",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_square_supported_business_types",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Square Online: business_types",
      "summary": "Square supports multiple business types including Retail, Food & Beverage, Beauty, and Services.",
      "body": "Square supports multiple business types including Retail, Food & Beverage, Beauty, and Services.\n\nWhat Square Website actually says:\n\n“Business types Business types Food & Beverage Retail Beauty Services”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://square.site/",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-02",
      "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Square Website",
      "evidence_quote": "Business types Business types Food & Beverage Retail Beauty Services",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1193-handmade-crafts-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Square Online",
      "topic": "business_types",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "square",
        "topic": [
          "access.signup"
        ],
        "explicitness": "any"
      }
    },
    {
      "id": "learn_r1193_handmade_crafts_how_to_start_square_plans_from_29_monthly",
      "category": "Getting Started",
      "title": "Square Online: pricing",
      "summary": "Square plans start at $29/month for the Basic plan.",
      "body": "Square plans start at $29/month for the Basic plan.\n\nWhat Shopify Pricing actually says:\n\n“Basic $29/mo For solo entrepreneurs”",
      "source_type": "official",
      "source_link": "https://www.shopify.com/pricing",
      "last_verified": "2026-10-02",
      "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE",
      "source_tier": "A",
      "source_publisher": "Shopify Pricing",
      "evidence_quote": "Basic $29/mo For solo entrepreneurs",
      "volatility": "low",
      "from_batch": "1193-handmade-crafts-how-to-start",
      "subject": "Square Online",
      "topic": "pricing",
      "applies_to_country": "Us",
      "tags": {
        "lane": "any",
        "stage": "setting_up",
        "region": [
          "us"
        ],
        "platform": "square",
        "topic": [
          "money.pricing"
        ],
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    }
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}
