In which borough of New York City was Etsy founded in 2005?

Etsy was founded in Brooklyn, a borough of New York City, in 2005.

The marketplace was created by Rob Kalin, Chris Maguire, and Haim Schoppik as an online venue for handmade goods, craft supplies, and vintage items. Its Brooklyn origin is closely associated with the creative and independent-maker communities that shaped the company’s early identity.

Etsy’s model differed from general-purpose marketplaces by emphasizing distinctive products made or selected by individual sellers. The platform launched in June 2005 and grew into a global marketplace serving buyers and independent shops in many countries.

Brooklyn is the borough, while New York City is the city. Etsy’s later corporate operations expanded beyond its original startup setting, so the founding location should not be confused with its current offices or worldwide seller base.