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Selling on Vinted in the UK? Understand Your New Tax Obligations

  • Writer: Jenny
    Jenny
  • Oct 25, 2025
  • 3 min read

Updated: Nov 3, 2025


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Decoding the New Era of Digital Selling: Tax for Your Second-Hand Finds

The rise of online platforms like Vinted has transformed how we buy and sell second-hand clothes, accessories, and homeware. What once felt like a simple decluttering exercise can now involve significant earnings for many. However, a significant shift is underway in the UK tax landscape, impacting every seller, from casual clear-outs to burgeoning vintage boutiques. As of January 2024, new HMRC rules mean digital platforms like Vinted are now required to share seller data, bringing tax obligations into sharper focus. Are you prepared for these changes?

 

Navigating HMRC's New Reporting Rules for Online Sellers

For years, many casual sellers on platforms like Vinted operated under the radar, often unaware of potential tax implications for their side hustle. While selling personal items for less than you paid for them generally doesn't incur a tax liability, regularly buying items to resell for profit, or making substantial income from your personal clear-out, has always been taxable. The challenge for HMRC has been identifying these individuals.


That's where the new rules come in. Inspired by OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) guidelines, HMRC now requires digital platforms to collect and report information about sellers' activities. This means Vinted, along with other platforms like eBay and Etsy, will be sharing data directly with the tax authorities.


  • Data Sharing Commences: From January 1, 2024, platforms like Vinted began collecting seller data. The first reports to HMRC covering the 2023-2024 tax year were due by January 31, 2025. The next deadline for filing and paying is 31st January 2026 (this coming Jan), for any sales you made between April 6th 2024 and April 5th 2025.

  • Who is Affected? If you sell 30 or more items, or your sales exceed A 2,000 (after fees, before expenses) in a calendar year, Vinted will report your information to HMRC. Even if you don't meet these thresholds, HMRC can still request data if they suspect you're operating a business.

  • The A 1,000 Trading Allowance: This crucial allowance means you can earn up to A 1,000 from self-employment (including online selling) without paying income tax or needing to declare it, providing it's your only trading income. If your gross sales are above £1,000, you will need to register for Self-Assessment and declare your income. You can then either deduct the £1,000 allowance or claim actual expenses, whichever is more beneficial.

It's vital for Vinted sellers to understand the distinction between selling personal possessions and engaging in a trading activity. If you're simply decluttering your wardrobe and selling items for less than you originally paid, it's highly unlikely you'll owe tax. However, if you're consistently buying items specifically to resell at a profit, or if your sales volumes and income suggest a business operation, you may be liable for Income Tax and National Insurance contributions.

The key takeaway is clear: ignorance is no longer an excuse. HMRC is getting better at identifying potential tax liabilities from online selling. Proactive record-keeping – tracking your sales, income, and any associated expenses (like postage, platform fees, or purchase costs if you buy to resell) – is paramount.

 

Summary

The new HMRC rules effective January 2024 mean Vinted and other digital platforms will share seller data. UK second-hand sellers must understand their tax obligations, especially regarding the £1,000 trading allowance and the difference between casual selling and trading for profit. Keeping accurate records is now more critical than ever to ensure compliance.




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