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flag HMRC is cracking down on UK online sellers using platform data to catch undeclared income, following a surge in activity and new reporting rules.

flag HMRC is intensifying enforcement against UK online sellers after a surge in reported activity, with nearly 4 million individuals tracked in 2025—up from 1.47 million in 2024—and £55 billion in reported sales. flag New rules since January 2024 require platforms like eBay, Etsy, and Airbnb to report users earning over £1,700 annually or making more than 30 sales. flag HMRC is using this data to identify undeclared income, sending warning letters and developing automated systems to target non-compliance. flag Sellers earning over £1,000 in profit must file tax returns, while occasional personal item sales remain exempt. flag The effort is part of an international push for better tax transparency.

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