Do I owe tax on my side hustle?
Free UK checker for people selling on Vinted, eBay, Etsy, Gumroad and similar. Takes 30 seconds. Nothing you enter leaves your device.
Estimate only. Uses 2026-27 rates: personal allowance £12,570, 20% to £50,270, 40% to £125,140, 45% above, and Class 4 National Insurance at 6% between £12,570 and £50,270 and 2% above. Ignores Scottish rates, student loans, tax credits and other adjustments.
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Sources (GOV.UK)Tax on trading and property income allowances · Income Tax rates and Personal Allowance · Register for Self Assessment
Last reviewed: October 2026. Rules and rates can change, so check GOV.UK for the latest.
Last reviewed: October 2026. Rules and rates can change, so check GOV.UK for the latest.