Online platforms obliged to send data to HMRC If you sell goods or services through an online platform such as eBay, Vinted, Etsy or Airbnb, it is important to understand that new reporting rules now apply. From 1 January 2024, digital platforms have been required to collect information on their users’ sales. If your total income through a platform is more than £1,000 in a calendar year, the platform must pass those details to HMRC. The first reports covering the period from 1 January to 31 December 2024, were submitted to HMRC by the end of January 2025. This means HMRC already has details of online sales income for 2024 and will continue to receive this data annually from now on. What counts as income? Examples of activity that may need reporting include: · Buying and reselling items online · Making things to sell such as crafts or clothing · Providing services such as tutoring, repairs, dog walking or delivery work arranged online · Creating digital content such as video channels, p