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HOW SHOPPING WORKS
Two ways to shop.
Discover independent brands. Choose how you check out.
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Most products link to the brand’s website, where your purchase supports them directly. We still review the brands and products against our standards to help you make informed choices.
Shipping and return policies vary by brand. Check the product details and checkout before ordering.
A LITTLE MORE CLARITY
Good questions.
A few things to know before you shop.
Is shopping free?
Yes. You can browse and shop without a membership. Paid memberships are optional and help us grow OtterList.
Who ships my order?
The brand ships your order, whether you check out here or on its website. Orders from different brands may arrive separately. Check the product details and checkout for shipping costs and delivery estimates.
How are brands reviewed?
We review brands and products against our standards, including independent ownership, ingredient and material transparency, sustainability, and animal welfare. Requirements vary by product category, and we may ask brands for additional sourcing information before approving products.
Our review is a curation process, not an independent certification. Explore our standards
How do returns work?
Return eligibility and policies vary by brand and product. Review the return information before purchasing. If you checked out on a brand’s website, contact that brand about your return. For an order placed on OtterList, contact us for help.
WHY SHOP OTTERLIST?
A higher standard for marketplaces.
We review brands and products against meaningful standards, so finding better options doesn’t mean doing all the research yourself.
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| What we look for | OtterList Our standard | Amazon | Etsy | Grove | EarthHero | Zero Waste Store |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Independent ownership required | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Public policy unclear |
| Sustainability standards required | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present |
| Ingredient & material transparency | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present |
| Products individually reviewed | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present |
| No AI-generated creative works | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not applicable | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Animal welfare standards required | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Public policy unclear | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent | Requirement or feature present |
| Broad range of categories | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Requirement or feature present | Not required marketplace-wide or feature absent |
Simplified from our September 2026 comparison of public marketplace-wide policies. Individual sellers may exceed these requirements. Standards vary by category and policies may change.