What is Reserve?
Reserve allows you to claim an artwork exclusively for your use. When you reserve a design:
No other Listybox user can use it
Allows you to create unique listings
Provides competitive advantage on Etsy
Permanently belongs to you
Reserve vs Like: Key Differences
Feature | Reserve | Like |
Uniqueness | Exclusive to you | Others can also get it |
Capacity Use | Consumes capacity | Free |
Permanence | Permanent ownership | Just a like indicator |
Purpose | For sales use | Show appreciation |
Location | My Artworks → Reserved | Visible in Artwork Gallery |
How to Reserve
Method 1: From Gallery
Find a design you like in Artwork Gallery
Click the "Reserve" button on the artwork card
See capacity usage in confirmation window
Confirm with "Reserve"
Method 2: From Detail Page
Click on artwork to open detail page
Click the "Reserve" button in the top right
Confirm capacity usage
Method 3: Bulk Reserve
Select multiple artworks in gallery (checkbox)
Select "Bulk Reserve" from bulk action menu
View total capacity usage and confirm
Capacity
Reserve operations consume capacity. How capacity works:
Plans differ in daily capacity and in which generation features are open. We do not publish numeric limits. All plans: Plans at a Glance.
⚠️ Note: Your capacity don't reset at month end, they accumulate. However, if you downgrade your plan, the monthly addition amount changes.
Like System
Like allows you to show appreciation for an artwork in the Artwork Gallery:
Free, doesn't consume capacity
Increases the artwork's like count
Helps identify popular designs in the community
Adding a Like:
Click the ❤️ icon on the artwork card in Artwork Gallery
The like count increases
Removing a Like:
Click the ❤️ icon on the same artwork again
Your like is removed
⚠️ Note: Like doesn't reserve the artwork or save it to a separate list. It only leaves a like.
Managing Reserved Artworks
Your reserved artworks appear in My Artworks → Reserved.
Actions You Can Take:
View details
Add to Creation Wizard
Create listing
Export
Actions You Cannot Take:
Cancel reserve (it's permanent)
Transfer to someone else
How Uniqueness Guarantee Works
Strategic Reserve Tips
1. Trend-Based Reserve
Follow rising trends in Trend Compass
Reserve related artworks early
Act before competitors
2. Seasonal Planning
Reserve holiday/event designs in advance
Calendar annual events
Build inventory
3. Niche-Focused Reserve
Identify designs suitable for your target audience
Create a consistent theme
Strengthen your store identity
4. Capacity Planning
Reserve those you're certain about
Save time with bulk reserve (same capacity, faster)
Checking Reserve Status
To understand an artwork's status:
Indicator | Meaning |
"Reserve" button active | Available, you can reserve |
"Reserved" label | Someone else reserved |
"Your Reserve" label | You reserved |
"Reserved by You" badge | It's your artwork |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I cancel an artwork I reserved?
No, the reserve action is permanent. We recommend carefully evaluating the design before reserving.
Will my reserved artwork be deleted?
No, artworks you reserve permanently belong to you and won't be deleted.
Can I get an artwork someone else reserved?
No, reserved artworks belong only to that user. You can search the gallery for similar designs.
What happens if I don't have enough capacity?
The reserve action won't proceed. You can purchase additional capacity or upgrade your plan.
Can I get capacity back for artworks I reserved but did not use?
No, the reserve action is irreversible and capacity is not refunded.
Can I both Like and Reserve an artwork?
Yes, Like is just a like indicator. Reserve claims the artwork for you. They serve different functions.
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## Changelog
Versiyon | Tarih | Değişiklik | Yazar |
1.0.0 | 2025-12-09 | İlk sürüm | Listybox Team |