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Etsy Connection Issues

Identify and resolve Etsy connection issues

Tunahan KORKMAZ avatar
Written by Tunahan KORKMAZ
Updated over a month ago

Common Connection Problems

Issue

Possible Cause

Solution

Connection won't start

Popup blocker

Allow popups

"Access Denied" error

Permissions denied

Accept all permissions

Token expired

OAuth token expired

Reconnect

Store not showing

Sync error

Manual sync

Connection dropping

Network issue

Check connection

Error: "Authorization Failed"

Causes

  1. Permissions Denied: Clicked "Deny" on Etsy authorization

  2. Popup Blocked: Browser blocked popup window

  3. Session Timeout: Authorization period expired

  4. Wrong Etsy Account: Logged into wrong account

Solutions

Step 1: Allow Popups

  1. Find popup block icon in browser address bar

  2. Allow popups for Listybox

  3. Refresh page

  4. Try connecting again

Step 2: Correct Etsy Account

  1. Go to Etsy.com

  2. Verify you're logged into correct account

  3. If wrong, log out and log into correct account

  4. Return to Listybox and reconnect

Step 3: Accept All Permissions Accept these permissions on authorization screen:

  • ✅ View your shops and listings

  • ✅ Edit your listings

  • ✅ View your transactions

  • ✅ See your email address

Error: "Token Expired"

Cause

OAuth tokens expire after a period for security.

Solution

  1. Go to Store Settings

  2. Find affected store

  3. Click "Reconnect"

  4. Authorize on Etsy

  5. Connection renewed

Error: "Store Not Found"

Causes

  1. Store closed: Etsy store may be closed

  2. Vacation mode: Store in vacation mode

  3. API access revoked: Permissions revoked on Etsy

Solutions

Step 1: Check Etsy Store Status

  1. Go to Etsy.com

  2. Enter Shop Manager

  3. Verify store is active

  4. Turn off vacation mode if on

Step 2: Check API Permissions

  1. Etsy → Account Settings → Apps

  2. Check Listybox is listed

  3. If not, reconnect from Listybox

Error: "Store Limit Exceeded"

Cause

You're trying to connect multiple stores from the same sales channel. All plans allow 1 store per channel. Store Structure:

  • All plans: 1 store/channel (currently Etsy only, other channels coming soon!)

  • Enterprise+: Unlimited stores

Solutions

Option 1: Remove Existing Store

  1. Go to Store Settings

  2. Disconnect store from the same channel

  3. Connect new store

Option 2: Use Different Channel (Coming Soon)

  • Connect stores from different channels (Amazon, Trendyol coming soon!)

Option 3: Enterprise+ Upgrade

  • Upgrade to Enterprise+ for unlimited stores

Error: "Connection Timeout"

Causes

  1. Slow internet: Low connection speed

  2. Etsy API issues: Temporary Etsy outage

  3. Firewall/VPN: Network restrictions

Solutions

Step 1: Check Internet

  • Check if other sites work

  • Toggle WiFi

  • Try different network

Step 2: Disable VPN/Firewall

  • Disable active VPN

  • Consult IT if behind corporate firewall

Step 3: Try Later

  • May be temporary Etsy issue

  • Wait 15-30 minutes and retry

Error: "Permission Denied"

Cause

Not all permissions were granted during connection.

Solution

  1. Disconnect the store

  2. Reconnect

  3. Accept ALL permissions on authorization screen

Preventing Connection Issues

Regular Checks

  1. Weekly: Run Store Health Check

  2. Token expiry: Renew before expiration

  3. Etsy updates: Follow Etsy changes

Browser Recommendations

  • Chrome: ✅ Best compatibility

  • Firefox: ✅ Works well

  • Safari: ⚠️ Check popup settings

  • Edge: ✅ Works well

Important Settings

  • ✅ Allow popups

  • ✅ Enable cookies

  • ✅ Enable JavaScript

  • ❌ Disable aggressive ad blockers

Contacting Support

If issue persists:

  1. Take screenshot of error message

  2. Save browser console logs (F12 > Console)

  3. Note browser and version

Or contact support via in-app chat.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will my listings be deleted if I disconnect?

No, data on both Etsy and Listybox is preserved.

Can I connect multiple Etsy accounts?

You can connect 1 store per channel. Enterprise+ is required for multiple stores from the same channel.

How long is token valid?

Usually 90 days. Auto-renews before expiry, sometimes manual renewal needed.

Does connection work in vacation mode?

Yes, connection works but listings aren't visible to customers.

I changed my Etsy account, what should I do?

Disconnect old account, connect with new account.

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## Changelog

Versiyon

Tarih

Değişiklik

Yazar

1.0.0

2025-12-09

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