It's tax season once again! Here's a helpful guide that puts the most important information all in one place. We hope this will help you as you begin filing your taxes.
Important Note: Changes to 2025 Tax Reporting |
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Please be aware that your 2025 tax forms reflect a transition in our reporting methodology. To better align with actual shop earnings, the reported amounts are calculated as follows: This hybrid calculation applies only to the 2025 reporting year. Because of this change, the total shown on your 1099 or 1042-S will not perfectly match a simple “Gross” or “Net” filter on your sales dashboard. We recommend using these specific date ranges if you are attempting to reconcile your internal records. Moving forward, reporting will remain consistent with the updated net sales model. |
Digital Tax Statements
We now offer digital delivery of your tax statements. Please note that in order to receive your tax statements digitally via PDF download, you must opt in to receive digital tax statements.
Opt-in Deadline: If you did not opt in by January 14, 2026, you will receive your statement via physical mail, but you will still have access to the digital download.
US Shop Owners: 1099 statements will be available for download here no later than February 1, 2026.
International Shop Owners: 1042-S statements will be available for download here no later than April 15, 2026.
Non-Digital Tax Statements
US Shop Owners: 1099s are mailed no later than January 31, typically arriving in late January or early February.
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International Shop Owners: 1042-S forms are mailed no later than April 15, typically arriving by the last week of April.
Important Note on Addresses: All forms are mailed to the address on file as of January 1 of the current year (e.g., tax forms for Tax Year 2025 are mailed to the address on file as of January 1, 2025). If you have moved recently, please let us know immediately so we can ensure your statement is sent to your new address.
FAQ
Why is the amount on my 1099/1042-S different from the amount on my sales dashboard?
The Sales Dashboard is designed for tracking shop performance, not for tax reporting. Your dashboard total may vary due to discounts, refunds, or specific tax reporting rules. Additionally, the 1042-S only reflects gross sales made to US customers, whereas your dashboard shows global sales.
How are my earnings reported (Gross vs. Net)?
In 2025, Creative Market updated its reporting approach to better align with actual shop earnings. For the 2025 tax year, your form will reflect a hybrid reporting method:
January through June: Reflects Gross Sales (earnings prior to Creative Market fees).
July through December: Reflects Net Sales (earnings after Creative Market fees).
For international shop owners, please note that the reported amount includes only sales made to US buyers. Consequently, the total on your Form 1042-S may be lower than the “Total Revenue” shown in your account.
What is a 1099-NEC, and why did I receive one?
While shop earnings are generally reported on a 1099-MISC, the IRS requires income earned specifically by Affiliates to be reported on a 1099-NEC.
If you earned $600 or more in affiliate income, you will receive a 1099-NEC.
If you are both a Shop Owner and an Affiliate, you will receive two separate forms: a 1099-MISC for product sales and a 1099-NEC for affiliate earnings.
I have more than one shop—why did I only receive one form?
If you operate multiple shops using the same tax information (the same W-9 or W-8BEN), your earnings are consolidated. The royalties listed on your form represent the combined income for all shops under your tax ID.
For additional questions about taxes, please see our Tax & Payout Guide.
NOTE: If these dates are past and you still don't have your tax form, or if you have any other questions about taxes, please contact the Support Team, and we'd be happy to help!