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Working with us
General questions about Soft Stallions and how we work.
What does Soft Stallions specialize in?
We are an Etsy marketplace consultancy. Our work covers Etsy business consultancy, shop launch, product research, product development strategy, keyword research, competitor analysis, shop optimization, listing creation and optimization, listing and shop SEO, and ongoing growth consulting.
Do you help businesses launch a new Etsy shop?
Yes. We help you choose a niche, position the shop, set the branding direction, write the first listings and prepare the launch, so your shop starts with a clear structure.
Can you optimize an existing Etsy shop?
Yes. We review how your shop is organized and presented, go through your listings, then recommend and make the agreed fixes to titles, tags, attributes, descriptions and the overall shop structure.
Do you provide Etsy keyword research?
Yes. We find the search phrases buyers actually use for your products and show you where each one goes in your titles, tags and attributes.
Can you help with product and competitor research?
Yes. We research buyer demand, competition and how your niche works. We also look closely at how competing shops position, price and present their products.
Do you work with established businesses?
Yes. We work with established brands and larger businesses that are moving into Etsy, or that already sell on Etsy and want a specialist's help.
Do you work with clients outside the United States?
Yes. Our main market is the United States, but we work with businesses worldwide too, including international sellers who want to reach US buyers.
Can I choose individual services?
Yes. You can choose a single service, such as keyword research or a listing review, or combine several services. We agree on the scope together before work starts.
How does the consultation process work?
You send us a short form about your business and goals. We read it, then set up a call to understand what you need and suggest the services and next steps that fit.
How can I get started?
Fill in the form on our contact page. Tell us about your business, your Etsy goals and what's getting in the way, and we'll get in touch to talk through next steps.
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Models and services
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What does an Etsy consultant do?
An Etsy consultant reviews your products, shop and market, then tells you what to change and in which order. Good consulting is based on research, not opinion. It ends with clear, prioritized next steps, and sometimes includes hands-on work such as listing updates.
What is included in an Etsy shop setup?
An Etsy shop setup covers the seller account, shop name, banner and logo direction, About section, policies, shipping settings, sections and the first listings. Done well, it gives a new shop a clear position and complete information from the first day.
What is Etsy product research?
Etsy product research is the process of checking buyer demand, competition and pricing for product ideas before you invest in them. It looks at what buyers search for, how crowded each niche is and where a new shop can stand out.
What is Etsy keyword research?
Etsy keyword research means finding the exact phrases buyers type into Etsy search for products like yours. The phrases are then used in listing titles, the 13 tags and attributes, so Etsy can match your listings to those searches.
What is Etsy listing optimization?
Etsy listing optimization is improving an existing listing so more buyers find it and more visitors buy. It covers the title, 13 tags, attributes, description, photos and pricing presentation, and starts with keyword research.
What is Etsy SEO?
Etsy SEO is the work of helping listings appear in Etsy search results. Etsy matches buyer searches to titles, tags, categories and attributes, then ranks results using signals such as listing quality and customer experience.
What is Etsy competitor analysis?
Etsy competitor analysis is a structured review of the shops that appear for your buyers' searches. It compares their positioning, pricing, photos, titles, tags and reviews to find gaps your shop can use.
What is an Etsy shop audit?
An Etsy shop audit is a full review of a shop: its structure, sections, policies, About page, branding, listing quality and trust signals. It ends with a prioritized list of what to fix first.
Can I sell private label products on Etsy?
Etsy allows items that a production partner makes from your own original designs, and the partner must be disclosed on the listing. Reselling another company's ready-made products is not allowed.
Are digital products a good fit for Etsy?
They can be, because there is no inventory or shipping. Many niches are crowded, so research and differentiation matter more than usual.
Is print on demand allowed on Etsy?
Yes, when the designs are your own original work. Etsy requires print partners to be disclosed as production partners on your listings.
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