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When cut apples turn brown, they don’t just look less appetizing, their flavor and other attributes also get altered. Serious Eats’ tests find that a saltwater soak is a much better way to prevent browning compared to other methods, such as using lemon juice.
As you can see from the photo above, the apple slice soaked for ten minutes in saltwater (bottom right) kept its white color the best, compared to the two untreated apples to the left of it, the lemon slice, and its untreated control on the top left. This is after an impressive two hours.
The salt interferes with the apple’s oxidation when cut. Use 1/2 a teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of cold water. The apple will have a mild salt flavor on the surface, but Serious Eats says a quick rinse under cold water washes away all the traces of salt. This tip works for pears as well.
If you’d like a sweeter option,
we’ve found a honey bath to be effective
in preventing browning as well.
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Depop Review 2025: A Quick and Easy Way to Buy and Sell Old Clothes
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I'm newer to selling on Depop than I am to buying there, but I've found both experiences very simple. It's a great place to save money if you're looking for specific clothing pieces, but you can also earn some cash, even selling at lower prices, because Depop takes such a smaller cut than most sites.
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I've
used resale platforms
to sustainably and cheaply buy myself clothing and accessories for over a decade now, but in the last year, I've become sort of a fiend for reselling on them, too. It's hard to say what's possessed me, but I've turned into a one-woman small business, walking back and forth to the post office with my wares every other day. Depop is especially clothing centric, and trendy too, so I'm no stranger to shopping there, but I've gotten more used to selling there lately, as well. Here's what you need to know about Depop, which is available on your
browser
, as well as
iOS
and
Android
.
What are people buying on Depop?
From the second you download Depop or look at its website, you get the sense that fashion is its whole deal. I am a
faithful user of Poshmark
, where you can (and I do) buy and sell literally everything from electronics to candles in addition to clothing and accessories. But Depop, while similar, seems focused much more squarely on clothes. It's not a hard and fast rule that it's clothing only, but the listings I usually see are similar to the type of finds you'd stumble across in a very cool, very affordable thrift store. You
might
see some cool non-fashion stuff, but that's not really why you're there.
To be clear, this does not mean the things you list for sale have to be ultra high-end or super on-trend. There is plenty of that on Depop, and if you have fancy or of-the-moment goods to sell, the platform is a great place for them (although I recommend dedicated luxury resale platforms, like
Vestiaire Collective
and
TheRealReal
, if you're offloading something expensive that requires authentication). But you can also find loads of items from Forever 21 or other random mall and fast-fashion chains from Brandy Melville to Garage. Largely, shoppers head there to find something unique and cool or to build a whole outfit. A lot of my friends exclusively use Depop as their resale shopping platform and I asked them to give me some words to describe the experience: "Trendy" was in there, as were "cheap," "cool," and "interesting." They also mentioned they find it pretty algorithm-driven and I can confirm that: The more I've searched for and purchased, the more attuned to my personal style the app has become. When I log in now, it shows me a selection of things I might like in my size—and it's usually right.
Buying is easy, but searching isn't
The best thing about Depop from a buying standpoint is that prices tend to be really low. Yes, sellers set their own prices, so you might occasionally run across a listing for something exorbitant, but Depop incentivizes lower prices by taking a very small cut of your sale. Depop only takes 10% of the sale profit and shipping cost combined. My beloved Poshmark takes 20% of the sale price (and shoppers cover shipping, the same as they do on Depop) and other apps take more convoluted cuts. Vestiaire Collective, for instance, takes a 10% cut, plus a payment processing fee that can vary, but is never less than 3%. On Depop, sellers input the shipping cost based on an estimated weight of the product, which means shipping fees vary a lot. I do prefer Poshmark's approach of charging a flat fee of $8.99 for shipping because it's predictable. I hate when I find something I like for $5 on Depop, assume the shipping will be low, and get hit with an additional $9 at checkout. At least with Poshmark, I always know what shipping I'll be paying and can factor that into my shopping budget more reliably.
Like other apps, Depop also allows potential buyers to send "offers," meaning if you have something listed for $20, someone can offer to buy it for $15. The seller has to agree or can send a counter, but once they approve the offer, the buyer is notified and then has the option of completing the purchase for the new, agreed-upon price. This differs from Poshmark, where, when a seller approves an offered price, the sale goes through instantly for that price. If you're used to that system, this can be confusing. I thought I made a sale a few days ago on Depop because I approved an offer, but realized hours later that, in fact, I hadn't; the buyer never completed the purchase. Perhaps they just wanted to see if I would go for it. Not nice! But in general, in my experience, sellers do accept offers regularly, and it is nice for buyers to know that they're not committed to a purchase just because they asked about a lower price. In fact, I've had more luck sending successful offers as a buyer on Depop than on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective.
This is purely anecdotal and observational, but it seems to me that Depop sellers tend to be regular people cleaning out their closets whereas other apps have a mix of those kinds of sellers and professionals. I see a lot of product images on Depop that show a woman modeling a shirt in her own bedroom and the willingness of so many sellers I've encountered to accept a very low offer also backs up my theory. They just want to get this stuff out of their house.
All of that said, the search function leaves a little to be desired. My favorite search features are the ones on The RealReal and Poshmark, where you can sort by all kinds of factors, from size to brand, and see search results that match your needs and interests perfectly. On Depop, you can set your preferred sizes so you don't have to weed through listings for things that won't fit you, as well as filter by brand, color, condition, and location. But once that's done, you can only sort by price or newly-listed items. If you think that doesn't sound so bad, consider this: Depop doesn't show names in search results. Other apps will give you a list of relevant items with listing names like "NWT Adidas sneakers." Depop simply shows you pictures and, since these pictures just come from regular people selling their own clothes, you could be looking at a blurry pic of a jacket flung over a chair and need to tap into the listing to learn anything about it, like its brand or condition. This does track with Depop's ethos of being more vibes-based, but it replicates the experience of being in a thrift shop a little too well. Thrift stores might thrive on the idea of finding clothes based on how they stick out on a rack, but the issue is this
isn't
a thrift store, and when I'm at home and have the whole internet at my disposal, I'm not shopping based on casual vibes. When I'm using an app, I typically want to find something very specific, and these vague search results can get tiresome.
Selling is easy, too
Even if buying can get frustrating on Depop, selling is, at least, very easy. Last week, I made a new Depop account and migrated some of my listings over from Poshmark. (I used
a cross-listing app called Vendoo
to do this, which I recommend to anyone selling across multiple platforms). I had interest—a lot of likes and offers—right away and made a sale in about two days, which is a good speed, since I only had about 19 listings up. I'm very picky about the apps I use for reselling, because I don't want them to make me put in a bunch of extra work. I love Vestiaire Collective, for instance, because you can buy and sell really high-quality, nice stuff—but I avoid selling on there because I don't have a printer and self-printing the shipping label is your only option on VC. I'd rather let something sit in my Poshmark or Depop a few extra weeks and sell it more easily than have to go to the print shop, procure a label, buy a box, and already be down no less than $5 in supplies before the profit even hits my account.
Depop, blessedly, is better off in that regard. Like Poshmark, it generates a QR code that you can just show to the people working at the post office. The QR code entitles you to a shipping envelope or box (the size depends on the weight of the goods and the buyer pays the shipping cost based on that number) and all you have to do is stuff the item(s) in there, hand it to the agent, scan the code, and be done. When the buyer gets the package, the money shows up in your balance. From there, you request a direct deposit to your bank and, in about two weeks, it shows up.
One thing I don't like is that you can't use your Depop balance to make purchases on the platform, which you can do on Poshmark or the
clothing rental app Pickle
. As a casual seller, I think of my use of these apps as a continuation of my adherence to the
one-in-one-out rule of decluttering
: If I sell something, I get to buy something. If I do not sell something, I do not get to buy something. Keeping all the earned money from my sales available for buying new things is an easy way to manage that, but unfortunately, to use Depop earnings to buy Depop outfits, I have to initiate a bank transfer, then go back in and pay with my debit card.
Getting started making sales
If you've ever listed anything on another resale platform, the system for creating listings on Depop won't be foreign to you. It's very intuitive, but here's a quick rundown.
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Creating a Depop listing
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Open the Depop app and look at the bottom of the screen. You'll see a menu: Home, Discover, Sell, Inbox, and My Depop.
Home
will be a feed of items you might like, based on your past searching and buying history, as well as "favorite brands" you can input in your settings.
Discover
shows you what's trending for the week and lets you tap into categories, like men's and women's clothing, for easy shopping.
Inbox
is where you answer or ask questions about listed items and see your offers.
My Depop
is where you customize your settings, like setting your preferred sizes and adding your bank account info. To start a sale, tap
Sell
. Then, you'll upload a picture or pictures of the item, followed a description. (Since there is no title on your listing, make sure to stuff the description with any word someone might conceivably search for that could bring up your item.) Set a price, indicate what you originally paid for it, and use the provided text-entry boxes to select a category (like Women - Shirts), brand, size, and condition (like Used - Excellent). Depop will show you some similar items that have sold recently to give you an idea of how you should price your listing. You'll then be prompted to enter in an approximate weight and size for the parcel, which determines the shipping price the buyer will pay. Then, just tap
Post listing,
and the listing will appear on your profile page. If and when it sells, Depop automatically moves it out of your available listings, but keeps it publicly viewable in a "sold" section.
Depop's trustworthiness and reputation
I have gotten so many sick things off Depop. I vividly remember the joy I experienced scoring a Fendi crossbody, YSL sweater, and American Apparel skirt for
unbelievably cheap
in 2018. (I resold the bag and the skirt for my own profit later, but I'll die with that sweater.) That said, some people haven't been as lucky. I'm always surprised to see poor ratings and reviews for apps that have always been perfectly pleasant for me, but
if you look on Trustpilot
, that's what you'll see for Depop: a paltry 1.2 stars out of 5.
The main complaint on these reviews is related to how long the app takes to pay you after you make a sale. Waiting two weeks for a payout
is
annoying, so avoid selling on this app if you're looking for fast money. It might be more worthwhile to sell on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective in that case, because while they do take a larger cut, you get your money a lot faster. My Poshmark balance updates after the package is marked received by buyer by USPS and, when I have used VC, I've gotten my Venmo payout within two to three days of the package's receipt.
Outside of that, I'll also say that a lot of negative experiences on reselling platforms come from scammy sellers, not necessarily the apps themselves, so always—
always
—err on the side of assuming that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Reach out to sellers with questions. Don't ever agree to make a transaction outside of the app. And know that, even if you do get scammed, it's still the app's responsibility to be responsive and protect you. I've never had to go to customer service for an issue with a Depop purchase, so I'm lucky there, but according to reviews on Trustpilot, they
are
responsive and will refund you if there's an issue.
Another thing to keep in mind is that many times, you're dealing with casual sellers. In a world where we're used to the speed of Amazon Prime, it can be frustrating when an item doesn't get shipped quickly. But since the people I'm buying from are often just other people like me, I try to give them grace. I know it's not always feasible to get to the post office within 24 hours of a sale, especially if you only have one item to send out and you're waiting around for another listing to sell so you can justify the post office trip a little more. Your purchase could be in storage, or the seller could be on vacation, or they might just be busy. As a rule, don't ever buy on a resale app if you need the thing you're buying in less than a week (although, if speed is a concern, you could try messaging the seller first and confirming they'll be able to ship your purchase fast).
Should you use Depop?
Despite the slow payouts and janky search results, Depop is great for casual sellers and buyers, mostly because the prices and cuts are pretty low. Especially if you're selling and using a cross-posting app like Vendoo, there's no harm in putting your listings up on Depop. In my experience, inventory moves fast there; listings I've added to my likes often get sold out from under me pretty quickly. Sellers can expect quick sales, then, if not always quick payouts, and buyers can expect to find plenty of unique, fun pieces to buy. It's not perfect, but it's definitely lively, and for closet-clearers like me, that's usually enough.
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When cut apples turn brown, they don’t just look less appetizing, their flavor and other attributes also get altered. Serious Eats’ tests find that a saltwater soak is a much better way to prevent browning compared to other methods, such as using lemon juice.
As you can see from the photo above, the apple slice soaked for ten minutes in saltwater (bottom right) kept its white color the best, compared to the two untreated apples to the left of it, the lemon slice, and its untreated control on the top left. This is after an impressive two hours.
The salt interferes with the apple’s oxidation when cut. Use 1/2 a teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of cold water. The apple will have a mild salt flavor on the surface, but Serious Eats says a quick rinse under cold water washes away all the traces of salt. This tip works for pears as well.
If you’d like a sweeter option, [we’ve found a honey bath to be effective](http://skillet.lifehacker.com/tip-tester-the-best-ways-to-keep-fruit-from-browning-1718285160) in preventing browning as well.
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Google has finally decided to fix that issue in its latest Android beta, finally bringing phones running stock Android up to speed with those from manufacturers like Samsung.
## How to try the new Quick Settings panel
Android 16 is all about redesign, introducing the new [Material 3 Expressive update](https://lifehacker.com/tech/google-announced-new-android-16-design), as Google is calling it. While this update won't be finalized until September, with a Pixel Drop, it's already live in Android 16 QPR Beta 1. If you're a bit impatient, you can hop onto the beta channel to test it out. Though, you should know that because this is a QPR (Quarterly Platform Releases) developer beta, you'll be stuck in the beta release cycle until the final stable build of Android 16 ships in Fall. If you want to hop back onto the Android 15 stable channel, the only option is a factory reset.
With that in mind, anyone can install an Android beta, no hoops required. If you have a compatible Pixel smartphone (Pixel 6 and higher), use [this link to sign up for the beta](https://www.google.com/android/beta#devices "open in a new window"). Once that's done, navigate to **Settings** \> **System** \> **Software Update** to get started.
## How to customize the new Quick Settings panel on Pixel
After upgrading to Android 16, you'll see a new coat of paint all over the OS, but the Quick Settings panel will still look mostly the same. The first thing you'll notice is that enabled toggles have a different shape to them. Inactive toggles have rounded corners, while active toggles are almost squarish.
The real fun starts when you customize the new panel, though. You can make each toggle smaller, fitting up to 16 into the expanded view, and eight in the notifications view.
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To resize a toggle, tap on it, grab the edge, and make it smaller. It's as simple as that. To add a toggle to your Quick Settings panel, simply tap on it from the expanded list.
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# Depop Review 2025: A Quick and Easy Way to Buy and Sell Old Clothes
A little more trend-focused than competitors, Depop is a helpful app for quickly clearing out your closet.
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I'm newer to selling on Depop than I am to buying there, but I've found both experiences very simple. It's a great place to save money if you're looking for specific clothing pieces, but you can also earn some cash, even selling at lower prices, because Depop takes such a smaller cut than most sites.
- Pros & Cons
Pros
- Easy to list items for sale
- Lots of available, cheap things to buy
- Depop takes a smaller cut of your profits than some competitors
- Shipping and selling are simple
Cons
- The search function leaves a little to be desired
- Works best for trendier clothing
- Slow payouts
## Table of Contents
Table of Contents
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Quick Look
Pros & Cons
What are people buying on Depop?
Buying is easy, but searching isn't
Selling is easy, too
Getting started making sales
Depop's trustworthiness and reputation
Should you use Depop?
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I've [used resale platforms](https://lifehacker.com/tech/best-apps-for-selling-clothing) to sustainably and cheaply buy myself clothing and accessories for over a decade now, but in the last year, I've become sort of a fiend for reselling on them, too. It's hard to say what's possessed me, but I've turned into a one-woman small business, walking back and forth to the post office with my wares every other day. Depop is especially clothing centric, and trendy too, so I'm no stranger to shopping there, but I've gotten more used to selling there lately, as well. Here's what you need to know about Depop, which is available on your [browser](https://zdcs.link/aBpO1V?pageview_type=Standard&template=review&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=browser&short_url=aBpO1V&u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Ftech%2Fdepop-app-review&event_label=browser "open in a new window"), as well as [iOS](https://zdcs.link/akR575?pageview_type=Standard&template=review&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=iOS&short_url=akR575&u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Ftech%2Fdepop-app-review&event_label=iOS "open in a new window") and [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.depop&hl=en_US "open in a new window").
## What are people buying on Depop?
From the second you download Depop or look at its website, you get the sense that fashion is its whole deal. I am a [faithful user of Poshmark](https://lifehacker.com/tech/poshmark-app-review), where you can (and I do) buy and sell literally everything from electronics to candles in addition to clothing and accessories. But Depop, while similar, seems focused much more squarely on clothes. It's not a hard and fast rule that it's clothing only, but the listings I usually see are similar to the type of finds you'd stumble across in a very cool, very affordable thrift store. You *might* see some cool non-fashion stuff, but that's not really why you're there.
To be clear, this does not mean the things you list for sale have to be ultra high-end or super on-trend. There is plenty of that on Depop, and if you have fancy or of-the-moment goods to sell, the platform is a great place for them (although I recommend dedicated luxury resale platforms, like [Vestiaire Collective](https://lifehacker.com/tech/vestiaire-collective-app-review) and [TheRealReal](https://lifehacker.com/tech/therealreal-app-review-buying-and-selling), if you're offloading something expensive that requires authentication). But you can also find loads of items from Forever 21 or other random mall and fast-fashion chains from Brandy Melville to Garage. Largely, shoppers head there to find something unique and cool or to build a whole outfit. A lot of my friends exclusively use Depop as their resale shopping platform and I asked them to give me some words to describe the experience: "Trendy" was in there, as were "cheap," "cool," and "interesting." They also mentioned they find it pretty algorithm-driven and I can confirm that: The more I've searched for and purchased, the more attuned to my personal style the app has become. When I log in now, it shows me a selection of things I might like in my size—and it's usually right.
## Buying is easy, but searching isn't
The best thing about Depop from a buying standpoint is that prices tend to be really low. Yes, sellers set their own prices, so you might occasionally run across a listing for something exorbitant, but Depop incentivizes lower prices by taking a very small cut of your sale. Depop only takes 10% of the sale profit and shipping cost combined. My beloved Poshmark takes 20% of the sale price (and shoppers cover shipping, the same as they do on Depop) and other apps take more convoluted cuts. Vestiaire Collective, for instance, takes a 10% cut, plus a payment processing fee that can vary, but is never less than 3%. On Depop, sellers input the shipping cost based on an estimated weight of the product, which means shipping fees vary a lot. I do prefer Poshmark's approach of charging a flat fee of \$8.99 for shipping because it's predictable. I hate when I find something I like for \$5 on Depop, assume the shipping will be low, and get hit with an additional \$9 at checkout. At least with Poshmark, I always know what shipping I'll be paying and can factor that into my shopping budget more reliably.
Like other apps, Depop also allows potential buyers to send "offers," meaning if you have something listed for \$20, someone can offer to buy it for \$15. The seller has to agree or can send a counter, but once they approve the offer, the buyer is notified and then has the option of completing the purchase for the new, agreed-upon price. This differs from Poshmark, where, when a seller approves an offered price, the sale goes through instantly for that price. If you're used to that system, this can be confusing. I thought I made a sale a few days ago on Depop because I approved an offer, but realized hours later that, in fact, I hadn't; the buyer never completed the purchase. Perhaps they just wanted to see if I would go for it. Not nice! But in general, in my experience, sellers do accept offers regularly, and it is nice for buyers to know that they're not committed to a purchase just because they asked about a lower price. In fact, I've had more luck sending successful offers as a buyer on Depop than on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective.
This is purely anecdotal and observational, but it seems to me that Depop sellers tend to be regular people cleaning out their closets whereas other apps have a mix of those kinds of sellers and professionals. I see a lot of product images on Depop that show a woman modeling a shirt in her own bedroom and the willingness of so many sellers I've encountered to accept a very low offer also backs up my theory. They just want to get this stuff out of their house.
All of that said, the search function leaves a little to be desired. My favorite search features are the ones on The RealReal and Poshmark, where you can sort by all kinds of factors, from size to brand, and see search results that match your needs and interests perfectly. On Depop, you can set your preferred sizes so you don't have to weed through listings for things that won't fit you, as well as filter by brand, color, condition, and location. But once that's done, you can only sort by price or newly-listed items. If you think that doesn't sound so bad, consider this: Depop doesn't show names in search results. Other apps will give you a list of relevant items with listing names like "NWT Adidas sneakers." Depop simply shows you pictures and, since these pictures just come from regular people selling their own clothes, you could be looking at a blurry pic of a jacket flung over a chair and need to tap into the listing to learn anything about it, like its brand or condition. This does track with Depop's ethos of being more vibes-based, but it replicates the experience of being in a thrift shop a little too well. Thrift stores might thrive on the idea of finding clothes based on how they stick out on a rack, but the issue is this *isn't* a thrift store, and when I'm at home and have the whole internet at my disposal, I'm not shopping based on casual vibes. When I'm using an app, I typically want to find something very specific, and these vague search results can get tiresome.
## Selling is easy, too
Even if buying can get frustrating on Depop, selling is, at least, very easy. Last week, I made a new Depop account and migrated some of my listings over from Poshmark. (I used [a cross-listing app called Vendoo](https://lifehacker.com/tech/you-need-vendoo-if-you-are-trying-to-sell-your-stuff-online) to do this, which I recommend to anyone selling across multiple platforms). I had interest—a lot of likes and offers—right away and made a sale in about two days, which is a good speed, since I only had about 19 listings up. I'm very picky about the apps I use for reselling, because I don't want them to make me put in a bunch of extra work. I love Vestiaire Collective, for instance, because you can buy and sell really high-quality, nice stuff—but I avoid selling on there because I don't have a printer and self-printing the shipping label is your only option on VC. I'd rather let something sit in my Poshmark or Depop a few extra weeks and sell it more easily than have to go to the print shop, procure a label, buy a box, and already be down no less than \$5 in supplies before the profit even hits my account.
Depop, blessedly, is better off in that regard. Like Poshmark, it generates a QR code that you can just show to the people working at the post office. The QR code entitles you to a shipping envelope or box (the size depends on the weight of the goods and the buyer pays the shipping cost based on that number) and all you have to do is stuff the item(s) in there, hand it to the agent, scan the code, and be done. When the buyer gets the package, the money shows up in your balance. From there, you request a direct deposit to your bank and, in about two weeks, it shows up.
One thing I don't like is that you can't use your Depop balance to make purchases on the platform, which you can do on Poshmark or the [clothing rental app Pickle](https://lifehacker.com/tech/pickle-app-review). As a casual seller, I think of my use of these apps as a continuation of my adherence to the [one-in-one-out rule of decluttering](https://lifehacker.com/home/how-to-use-one-in-one-out-trend-to-declutter-over-time): If I sell something, I get to buy something. If I do not sell something, I do not get to buy something. Keeping all the earned money from my sales available for buying new things is an easy way to manage that, but unfortunately, to use Depop earnings to buy Depop outfits, I have to initiate a bank transfer, then go back in and pay with my debit card.
## Getting started making sales
If you've ever listed anything on another resale platform, the system for creating listings on Depop won't be foreign to you. It's very intuitive, but here's a quick rundown.
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Open the Depop app and look at the bottom of the screen. You'll see a menu: Home, Discover, Sell, Inbox, and My Depop. **Home** will be a feed of items you might like, based on your past searching and buying history, as well as "favorite brands" you can input in your settings. **Discover** shows you what's trending for the week and lets you tap into categories, like men's and women's clothing, for easy shopping. **Inbox** is where you answer or ask questions about listed items and see your offers. **My Depop** is where you customize your settings, like setting your preferred sizes and adding your bank account info. To start a sale, tap **Sell**. Then, you'll upload a picture or pictures of the item, followed a description. (Since there is no title on your listing, make sure to stuff the description with any word someone might conceivably search for that could bring up your item.) Set a price, indicate what you originally paid for it, and use the provided text-entry boxes to select a category (like Women - Shirts), brand, size, and condition (like Used - Excellent). Depop will show you some similar items that have sold recently to give you an idea of how you should price your listing. You'll then be prompted to enter in an approximate weight and size for the parcel, which determines the shipping price the buyer will pay. Then, just tap **Post listing,** and the listing will appear on your profile page. If and when it sells, Depop automatically moves it out of your available listings, but keeps it publicly viewable in a "sold" section.
## Depop's trustworthiness and reputation
I have gotten so many sick things off Depop. I vividly remember the joy I experienced scoring a Fendi crossbody, YSL sweater, and American Apparel skirt for *unbelievably cheap* in 2018. (I resold the bag and the skirt for my own profit later, but I'll die with that sweater.) That said, some people haven't been as lucky. I'm always surprised to see poor ratings and reviews for apps that have always been perfectly pleasant for me, but [if you look on Trustpilot](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/depop.com "open in a new window"), that's what you'll see for Depop: a paltry 1.2 stars out of 5.
The main complaint on these reviews is related to how long the app takes to pay you after you make a sale. Waiting two weeks for a payout *is* annoying, so avoid selling on this app if you're looking for fast money. It might be more worthwhile to sell on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective in that case, because while they do take a larger cut, you get your money a lot faster. My Poshmark balance updates after the package is marked received by buyer by USPS and, when I have used VC, I've gotten my Venmo payout within two to three days of the package's receipt.
Outside of that, I'll also say that a lot of negative experiences on reselling platforms come from scammy sellers, not necessarily the apps themselves, so always—*always*—err on the side of assuming that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Reach out to sellers with questions. Don't ever agree to make a transaction outside of the app. And know that, even if you do get scammed, it's still the app's responsibility to be responsive and protect you. I've never had to go to customer service for an issue with a Depop purchase, so I'm lucky there, but according to reviews on Trustpilot, they *are* responsive and will refund you if there's an issue.
Another thing to keep in mind is that many times, you're dealing with casual sellers. In a world where we're used to the speed of Amazon Prime, it can be frustrating when an item doesn't get shipped quickly. But since the people I'm buying from are often just other people like me, I try to give them grace. I know it's not always feasible to get to the post office within 24 hours of a sale, especially if you only have one item to send out and you're waiting around for another listing to sell so you can justify the post office trip a little more. Your purchase could be in storage, or the seller could be on vacation, or they might just be busy. As a rule, don't ever buy on a resale app if you need the thing you're buying in less than a week (although, if speed is a concern, you could try messaging the seller first and confirming they'll be able to ship your purchase fast).
## Should you use Depop?
Despite the slow payouts and janky search results, Depop is great for casual sellers and buyers, mostly because the prices and cuts are pretty low. Especially if you're selling and using a cross-posting app like Vendoo, there's no harm in putting your listings up on Depop. In my experience, inventory moves fast there; listings I've added to my likes often get sold out from under me pretty quickly. Sellers can expect quick sales, then, if not always quick payouts, and buyers can expect to find plenty of unique, fun pieces to buy. It's not perfect, but it's definitely lively, and for closet-clearers like me, that's usually enough.
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When cut apples turn brown, they don’t just look less appetizing, their flavor and other attributes also get altered. Serious Eats’ tests find that a saltwater soak is a much better way to prevent browning compared to other methods, such as using lemon juice.
As you can see from the photo above, the apple slice soaked for ten minutes in saltwater (bottom right) kept its white color the best, compared to the two untreated apples to the left of it, the lemon slice, and its untreated control on the top left. This is after an impressive two hours.
The salt interferes with the apple’s oxidation when cut. Use 1/2 a teaspoon of salt in 1 cup of cold water. The apple will have a mild salt flavor on the surface, but Serious Eats says a quick rinse under cold water washes away all the traces of salt. This tip works for pears as well.
If you’d like a sweeter option, [we’ve found a honey bath to be effective](http://skillet.lifehacker.com/tip-tester-the-best-ways-to-keep-fruit-from-browning-1718285160) in preventing browning as well.
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Until now, the Quick Settings panel on Pixel phones was lackluster at best. You could only add up to eight toggles, there was no option to make them smaller, and it was really difficult to tell when a setting was enabled or disabled.
Google has finally decided to fix that issue in its latest Android beta, finally bringing phones running stock Android up to speed with those from manufacturers like Samsung.
## How to try the new Quick Settings panel
Android 16 is all about redesign, introducing the new [Material 3 Expressive update](https://lifehacker.com/tech/google-announced-new-android-16-design), as Google is calling it. While this update won't be finalized until September, with a Pixel Drop, it's already live in Android 16 QPR Beta 1. If you're a bit impatient, you can hop onto the beta channel to test it out. Though, you should know that because this is a QPR (Quarterly Platform Releases) developer beta, you'll be stuck in the beta release cycle until the final stable build of Android 16 ships in Fall. If you want to hop back onto the Android 15 stable channel, the only option is a factory reset.
With that in mind, anyone can install an Android beta, no hoops required. If you have a compatible Pixel smartphone (Pixel 6 and higher), use [this link to sign up for the beta](https://www.google.com/android/beta#devices "open in a new window"). Once that's done, navigate to **Settings** \> **System** \> **Software Update** to get started.
## How to customize the new Quick Settings panel on Pixel
After upgrading to Android 16, you'll see a new coat of paint all over the OS, but the Quick Settings panel will still look mostly the same. The first thing you'll notice is that enabled toggles have a different shape to them. Inactive toggles have rounded corners, while active toggles are almost squarish.
The real fun starts when you customize the new panel, though. You can make each toggle smaller, fitting up to 16 into the expanded view, and eight in the notifications view.
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To do this, expand the Quick Settings panel and tap the **Edit** button in the bottom corner. You'll now see the new customization screen, and also see that new toggles are finally organized by categories. Scroll down to view all your options.
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To resize a toggle, tap on it, grab the edge, and make it smaller. It's as simple as that. To add a toggle to your Quick Settings panel, simply tap on it from the expanded list.
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Rearranging is as easy as dragging and dropping, too. Finally, stock Google has caught up with Samsung.
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## Depop Review 2025: A Quick and Easy Way to Buy and Sell Old Clothes
A little more trend-focused than competitors, Depop is a helpful app for quickly clearing out your closet.
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I'm newer to selling on Depop than I am to buying there, but I've found both experiences very simple. It's a great place to save money if you're looking for specific clothing pieces, but you can also earn some cash, even selling at lower prices, because Depop takes such a smaller cut than most sites.
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I've [used resale platforms](https://lifehacker.com/tech/best-apps-for-selling-clothing) to sustainably and cheaply buy myself clothing and accessories for over a decade now, but in the last year, I've become sort of a fiend for reselling on them, too. It's hard to say what's possessed me, but I've turned into a one-woman small business, walking back and forth to the post office with my wares every other day. Depop is especially clothing centric, and trendy too, so I'm no stranger to shopping there, but I've gotten more used to selling there lately, as well. Here's what you need to know about Depop, which is available on your [browser](https://zdcs.link/aBpO1V?pageview_type=Standard&template=review&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=browser&short_url=aBpO1V&u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Ftech%2Fdepop-app-review&event_label=browser "open in a new window"), as well as [iOS](https://zdcs.link/akR575?pageview_type=Standard&template=review&module=content_body&element=offer&item=text-link&element_label=iOS&short_url=akR575&u=https%3A%2F%2Flifehacker.com%2Ftech%2Fdepop-app-review&event_label=iOS "open in a new window") and [Android](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.depop&hl=en_US "open in a new window").
## What are people buying on Depop?
From the second you download Depop or look at its website, you get the sense that fashion is its whole deal. I am a [faithful user of Poshmark](https://lifehacker.com/tech/poshmark-app-review), where you can (and I do) buy and sell literally everything from electronics to candles in addition to clothing and accessories. But Depop, while similar, seems focused much more squarely on clothes. It's not a hard and fast rule that it's clothing only, but the listings I usually see are similar to the type of finds you'd stumble across in a very cool, very affordable thrift store. You *might* see some cool non-fashion stuff, but that's not really why you're there.
To be clear, this does not mean the things you list for sale have to be ultra high-end or super on-trend. There is plenty of that on Depop, and if you have fancy or of-the-moment goods to sell, the platform is a great place for them (although I recommend dedicated luxury resale platforms, like [Vestiaire Collective](https://lifehacker.com/tech/vestiaire-collective-app-review) and [TheRealReal](https://lifehacker.com/tech/therealreal-app-review-buying-and-selling), if you're offloading something expensive that requires authentication). But you can also find loads of items from Forever 21 or other random mall and fast-fashion chains from Brandy Melville to Garage. Largely, shoppers head there to find something unique and cool or to build a whole outfit. A lot of my friends exclusively use Depop as their resale shopping platform and I asked them to give me some words to describe the experience: "Trendy" was in there, as were "cheap," "cool," and "interesting." They also mentioned they find it pretty algorithm-driven and I can confirm that: The more I've searched for and purchased, the more attuned to my personal style the app has become. When I log in now, it shows me a selection of things I might like in my size—and it's usually right.
## Buying is easy, but searching isn't
The best thing about Depop from a buying standpoint is that prices tend to be really low. Yes, sellers set their own prices, so you might occasionally run across a listing for something exorbitant, but Depop incentivizes lower prices by taking a very small cut of your sale. Depop only takes 10% of the sale profit and shipping cost combined. My beloved Poshmark takes 20% of the sale price (and shoppers cover shipping, the same as they do on Depop) and other apps take more convoluted cuts. Vestiaire Collective, for instance, takes a 10% cut, plus a payment processing fee that can vary, but is never less than 3%. On Depop, sellers input the shipping cost based on an estimated weight of the product, which means shipping fees vary a lot. I do prefer Poshmark's approach of charging a flat fee of \$8.99 for shipping because it's predictable. I hate when I find something I like for \$5 on Depop, assume the shipping will be low, and get hit with an additional \$9 at checkout. At least with Poshmark, I always know what shipping I'll be paying and can factor that into my shopping budget more reliably.
Like other apps, Depop also allows potential buyers to send "offers," meaning if you have something listed for \$20, someone can offer to buy it for \$15. The seller has to agree or can send a counter, but once they approve the offer, the buyer is notified and then has the option of completing the purchase for the new, agreed-upon price. This differs from Poshmark, where, when a seller approves an offered price, the sale goes through instantly for that price. If you're used to that system, this can be confusing. I thought I made a sale a few days ago on Depop because I approved an offer, but realized hours later that, in fact, I hadn't; the buyer never completed the purchase. Perhaps they just wanted to see if I would go for it. Not nice! But in general, in my experience, sellers do accept offers regularly, and it is nice for buyers to know that they're not committed to a purchase just because they asked about a lower price. In fact, I've had more luck sending successful offers as a buyer on Depop than on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective.
This is purely anecdotal and observational, but it seems to me that Depop sellers tend to be regular people cleaning out their closets whereas other apps have a mix of those kinds of sellers and professionals. I see a lot of product images on Depop that show a woman modeling a shirt in her own bedroom and the willingness of so many sellers I've encountered to accept a very low offer also backs up my theory. They just want to get this stuff out of their house.
All of that said, the search function leaves a little to be desired. My favorite search features are the ones on The RealReal and Poshmark, where you can sort by all kinds of factors, from size to brand, and see search results that match your needs and interests perfectly. On Depop, you can set your preferred sizes so you don't have to weed through listings for things that won't fit you, as well as filter by brand, color, condition, and location. But once that's done, you can only sort by price or newly-listed items. If you think that doesn't sound so bad, consider this: Depop doesn't show names in search results. Other apps will give you a list of relevant items with listing names like "NWT Adidas sneakers." Depop simply shows you pictures and, since these pictures just come from regular people selling their own clothes, you could be looking at a blurry pic of a jacket flung over a chair and need to tap into the listing to learn anything about it, like its brand or condition. This does track with Depop's ethos of being more vibes-based, but it replicates the experience of being in a thrift shop a little too well. Thrift stores might thrive on the idea of finding clothes based on how they stick out on a rack, but the issue is this *isn't* a thrift store, and when I'm at home and have the whole internet at my disposal, I'm not shopping based on casual vibes. When I'm using an app, I typically want to find something very specific, and these vague search results can get tiresome.
## Selling is easy, too
Even if buying can get frustrating on Depop, selling is, at least, very easy. Last week, I made a new Depop account and migrated some of my listings over from Poshmark. (I used [a cross-listing app called Vendoo](https://lifehacker.com/tech/you-need-vendoo-if-you-are-trying-to-sell-your-stuff-online) to do this, which I recommend to anyone selling across multiple platforms). I had interest—a lot of likes and offers—right away and made a sale in about two days, which is a good speed, since I only had about 19 listings up. I'm very picky about the apps I use for reselling, because I don't want them to make me put in a bunch of extra work. I love Vestiaire Collective, for instance, because you can buy and sell really high-quality, nice stuff—but I avoid selling on there because I don't have a printer and self-printing the shipping label is your only option on VC. I'd rather let something sit in my Poshmark or Depop a few extra weeks and sell it more easily than have to go to the print shop, procure a label, buy a box, and already be down no less than \$5 in supplies before the profit even hits my account.
Depop, blessedly, is better off in that regard. Like Poshmark, it generates a QR code that you can just show to the people working at the post office. The QR code entitles you to a shipping envelope or box (the size depends on the weight of the goods and the buyer pays the shipping cost based on that number) and all you have to do is stuff the item(s) in there, hand it to the agent, scan the code, and be done. When the buyer gets the package, the money shows up in your balance. From there, you request a direct deposit to your bank and, in about two weeks, it shows up.
One thing I don't like is that you can't use your Depop balance to make purchases on the platform, which you can do on Poshmark or the [clothing rental app Pickle](https://lifehacker.com/tech/pickle-app-review). As a casual seller, I think of my use of these apps as a continuation of my adherence to the [one-in-one-out rule of decluttering](https://lifehacker.com/home/how-to-use-one-in-one-out-trend-to-declutter-over-time): If I sell something, I get to buy something. If I do not sell something, I do not get to buy something. Keeping all the earned money from my sales available for buying new things is an easy way to manage that, but unfortunately, to use Depop earnings to buy Depop outfits, I have to initiate a bank transfer, then go back in and pay with my debit card.
## Getting started making sales
If you've ever listed anything on another resale platform, the system for creating listings on Depop won't be foreign to you. It's very intuitive, but here's a quick rundown.
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Open the Depop app and look at the bottom of the screen. You'll see a menu: Home, Discover, Sell, Inbox, and My Depop. **Home** will be a feed of items you might like, based on your past searching and buying history, as well as "favorite brands" you can input in your settings. **Discover** shows you what's trending for the week and lets you tap into categories, like men's and women's clothing, for easy shopping. **Inbox** is where you answer or ask questions about listed items and see your offers. **My Depop** is where you customize your settings, like setting your preferred sizes and adding your bank account info. To start a sale, tap **Sell**. Then, you'll upload a picture or pictures of the item, followed a description. (Since there is no title on your listing, make sure to stuff the description with any word someone might conceivably search for that could bring up your item.) Set a price, indicate what you originally paid for it, and use the provided text-entry boxes to select a category (like Women - Shirts), brand, size, and condition (like Used - Excellent). Depop will show you some similar items that have sold recently to give you an idea of how you should price your listing. You'll then be prompted to enter in an approximate weight and size for the parcel, which determines the shipping price the buyer will pay. Then, just tap **Post listing,** and the listing will appear on your profile page. If and when it sells, Depop automatically moves it out of your available listings, but keeps it publicly viewable in a "sold" section.
## Depop's trustworthiness and reputation
I have gotten so many sick things off Depop. I vividly remember the joy I experienced scoring a Fendi crossbody, YSL sweater, and American Apparel skirt for *unbelievably cheap* in 2018. (I resold the bag and the skirt for my own profit later, but I'll die with that sweater.) That said, some people haven't been as lucky. I'm always surprised to see poor ratings and reviews for apps that have always been perfectly pleasant for me, but [if you look on Trustpilot](https://www.trustpilot.com/review/depop.com "open in a new window"), that's what you'll see for Depop: a paltry 1.2 stars out of 5.
The main complaint on these reviews is related to how long the app takes to pay you after you make a sale. Waiting two weeks for a payout *is* annoying, so avoid selling on this app if you're looking for fast money. It might be more worthwhile to sell on Poshmark or Vestiaire Collective in that case, because while they do take a larger cut, you get your money a lot faster. My Poshmark balance updates after the package is marked received by buyer by USPS and, when I have used VC, I've gotten my Venmo payout within two to three days of the package's receipt.
Outside of that, I'll also say that a lot of negative experiences on reselling platforms come from scammy sellers, not necessarily the apps themselves, so always—*always*—err on the side of assuming that if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Reach out to sellers with questions. Don't ever agree to make a transaction outside of the app. And know that, even if you do get scammed, it's still the app's responsibility to be responsive and protect you. I've never had to go to customer service for an issue with a Depop purchase, so I'm lucky there, but according to reviews on Trustpilot, they *are* responsive and will refund you if there's an issue.
Another thing to keep in mind is that many times, you're dealing with casual sellers. In a world where we're used to the speed of Amazon Prime, it can be frustrating when an item doesn't get shipped quickly. But since the people I'm buying from are often just other people like me, I try to give them grace. I know it's not always feasible to get to the post office within 24 hours of a sale, especially if you only have one item to send out and you're waiting around for another listing to sell so you can justify the post office trip a little more. Your purchase could be in storage, or the seller could be on vacation, or they might just be busy. As a rule, don't ever buy on a resale app if you need the thing you're buying in less than a week (although, if speed is a concern, you could try messaging the seller first and confirming they'll be able to ship your purchase fast).
## Should you use Depop?
Despite the slow payouts and janky search results, Depop is great for casual sellers and buyers, mostly because the prices and cuts are pretty low. Especially if you're selling and using a cross-posting app like Vendoo, there's no harm in putting your listings up on Depop. In my experience, inventory moves fast there; listings I've added to my likes often get sold out from under me pretty quickly. Sellers can expect quick sales, then, if not always quick payouts, and buyers can expect to find plenty of unique, fun pieces to buy. It's not perfect, but it's definitely lively, and for closet-clearers like me, that's usually enough.
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