{"id":2557,"date":"2023-01-16T11:15:55","date_gmt":"2023-01-16T05:45:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/?p=2557"},"modified":"2024-07-02T18:05:38","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T12:35:38","slug":"how-to-sell-products-online","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/magento.printxpand.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-products-online\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Sell Products Online in 2023: A Supreme Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">\n<p>2020\u2019s advent events have changed the global online marketplace. Especially that of the eCommerce industry. With many retailers taking their physical business online and entrepreneurs starting their eCommerce ventures, everyone is lining up to claim their share of profit on the internet economy. ECommerce, online shopping, e-retail. Not a day passes by without hearing one of these buzzwords.<\/p>\n<p>As a result, online retail sales amounted to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/379046\/worldwide-retail-e-commerce-sales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">4.9 trillion<\/a> U.S. dollars worldwide. And it\u2019s forecast to grow by over 50% within the next four years. Research by NASDAQ also estimates that by the end of 2040, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nasdaq.com\/articles\/uk-online-shopping-and-e-commerce-statistics-2017-2017-03-14\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">95%<\/a> of all purchases will be online through eCommerce. The online marketplace is revolutionizing the entire retail and trade scenario. Selling products online is of primary importance to retailers and entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n<p>There are approximately <a href=\"https:\/\/wpforms.com\/ecommerce-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">12-24<\/a> million eCommerce stores across the globe. Multiple stores keep adding to this list every day. That\u2019s too much competition, right? On the contrary, only fewer (less than 1M) sites can sell more than <a href=\"https:\/\/wpforms.com\/ecommerce-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$1,000<\/a>\/year. Ergo, there are plenty of opportunities to thrive. Online phenomenon expands a brand\u2019s geographical reach and opens up a whole new pool of customers. But, if you do not implement it correctly, it can take your business southwards too.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you want to find out how to sell more products online, you\u2019ve come to the right place. In this guide, we\u2019ll walk you through every step in the process of \u201cHow to sell products online?\u201d After reading this you\u2019ll be well-equipped and ready to take your first step on your eCommerce journey! Here\u2019s our take on it.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section1\">Know-How to Sell Products Online<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section2\">What Kind of Products to Sell Online?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section3\">Sell More Products Online: Build a Website<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section4\">Sell Personalized Products Online: A Comprehensive Checklist<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section5\">How to Sell More Products Online: The Perfect Marketing Strategy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a class=\"goto-link\" href=\"#section6\">Winding Up: Sell Products on The Website<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 id=\"section1\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">1. Know-How to Sell Products Online<\/h2>\n<p>The ECommerce industry is living its golden age. It meets customers\u2019 demands, almost instantly. Hence, plugging into this trend right now is the smartest way to start an online business. Selling online enables you to sell from anywhere at any time to anyone across the world.<\/p>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re vacationing alongside the beach, or backpacking to the countryside &#8211; you\u2019re just a Wi-fi connection away from accessing your business. Hence, the first step would be knowing how to sell products online. Here are the three most popular ways:<\/p>\n<h3>I. Online Marketplaces: Amazon, Etsy, and eBay<\/h3>\n<p>Selling online on marketplaces like Amazon, Etsy and eBay is extremely popular these days. Did you know that Amazon and eBay alone recorded more than <a href=\"https:\/\/besedo.com\/knowledge-hub\/blog\/the-worlds-top-online-marketplaces-2022\/#:~:text=Amazon%20is%20the%20most%20well,now%20made%20through%20Marketplace%20sellers.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">1 Billion visit mark<\/a> this year? Also, Amazon alone has a total of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helium10.com\/blog\/how-many-sellers-on-amazon\/#:~:text=Amazon%20is%20one%20of%20the,2021%2C%20according%20to%20Marketplace%20Pulse.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">6.3 million sellers<\/a> registered worldwide. And with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.marketplacepulse.com\/year-in-review-2022\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$6 out of every $10<\/a> spent on online shopping or influenced by online discovery, the growth of the eCommerce market is nowhere near declining.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Online-Marketplaces.png\" alt=\"Online Marketplaces\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.softermii.com\/blog\/how-to-create-a-marketplace-mobile-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">(Source)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Thus, marketplaces like eBay and Amazon expose business owners to a massive number of potential customers. It is best suited for entrepreneurs who want to start selling quickly. Following are the details of the three most popular marketplaces.<\/p>\n<p><b>Amazon<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Amazon is a hugely popular site for selling online. You\u2019ll be competing with some of the world\u2019s biggest retailers. The biggest benefit of <a href=\"https:\/\/sell.amazon.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">selling on Amazon<\/a> is that you\u2019re essentially borrowing its reputation. That can work wonders for your business.<\/p>\n<p>Amazon is a one-stop-eCommerce-store for online sellers who are just getting started. Sellers can offer multiple delivery options. Amazon also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/fulfillment-by-amazon\/b?ie=UTF8&amp;node=13245485011\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">stores and delivers<\/a> goods for you. Their <a href=\"https:\/\/services.amazon.co.uk\/services\/sell-online\/pricing.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">charges<\/a> vary depending on what you\u2019re selling and the quantities.<\/p>\n<p><b>Etsy<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.etsy.com\/sell\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Etsy<\/a> is like a niche Amazon, which is generally used for selling arts and crafts. As a result of the niche use-case, the customer base is more focused. <a href=\"https:\/\/help.etsy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115014483627-Fees-for-Selling-on-Etsy-and-Pattern?segment=selling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Etsy\u2019s fees<\/a> are a bit lower as compared to Amazon\u2019s. But the listing and final sales fee can still eat your profits.<\/p>\n<p><b>eBay<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You can pretty much <a href=\"https:\/\/help.etsy.com\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/115014483627-Fees-for-Selling-on-Etsy-and-Pattern?segment=selling\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">sell anything<\/a> and everything you want on eBay. This means that it is difficult to build a brand or something unique out of it. eBay is an old-school marketplace, where buyers are not obliged to pay the cash instantly. Before deciding to sell on eBay make sure you\u2019ve factored in the surprisingly <a href=\"https:\/\/pages.ebay.com\/seller-center\/get-started\/seller-fees.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">high fees<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>So, these were the three most prevalent marketplaces to sell online. The tricky part about these marketplaces is the competition. How will you stand out from the crowd? Online marketplaces look alike in many ways. Shoppers won\u2019t buy from you if your store or website looks similar to that of your competitors. Therefore, you might need something unique and something that represents your brand identity in a personalized manner.<\/p>\n<p>There are other problems as well. For example, the Amazon search algorithm keeps changing constantly. Hence there are chances that your products might be trending one day and might not be trending the next. Plus, there are always new competitors in the market. While we all understand that heavy discounts are good for nobody, many businesses still may undercut your price to win customers. After all, it is not easy to mark your brand in these marketplaces.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Amazon-Mobile.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Amazon.jpg\" alt=\"Amazon-search-algorithm\" \/><\/picture>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/medium.com\/swlh\/profit-generation-marketplaces-vs-own-e-commerce-website-6540f611fcf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Marketplaces vs. your own eCommerce store<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hence, your primary goal must be creating a brand repo. Brand image is a valuable asset. A good brand gives trust to shoppers if you have the <a href=\"https:\/\/hellodavelin.com\/ecommerce-strategy\">right E-Commerce strategy<\/a>. Marketplaces can be a good option to start with. This is because you can start selling online with no support and minimal upfront cost. However, you should always keep exploring other ways to build your brand.<\/p>\n<p>Do you want to create an eCommerce store that is tailored to the unique needs of your business and target audience?<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/contact-us\/\">Contact Us Now!<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>II. Social Media Sites<\/h3>\n<p>Social media sites like Facebook and Instagram are popular mediums to practice target-based sales. Facebook is the biggest social media platform in the world, with nearly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/264810\/number-of-monthly-active-facebook-users-worldwide\/#:~:text=How%20many%20users%20does%20Facebook,the%20biggest%20social%20network%20worldwide.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2.96 billion<\/a> active users. You need to create a business page on Facebook to start selling your products. You should keep certain things in mind before beginning.<\/p>\n<p>More users on Facebook means more active posts. Hence, it becomes difficult to mark your presence without posting actively on Facebook. You must focus on posting engaging content that catches the customer\u2019s attention immediately. You can share the latest trends and updates on your niche, you can use the Facebook professional tools to run promos and improve engagement. You can offer exclusive discounts in exchange for a \u2018like\u2019 or \u2018follow\u2019 on your page too.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Social-Media-Sites-Mobile-1.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Social-Media-Sites-1.jpg\" alt=\"Social-Media-Sites\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>You also must use high-quality images. Shoddy or blurry pictures do not get much engagement. Experiment with different timings, find out when your target audience is the most active on the internet, and post accordingly.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Social-Media-Sites-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"Social Media Sites-1\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\">(<a href=\"https:\/\/blog.hootsuite.com\/best-time-to-post-on-instagram\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Image Source<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>One problem with Facebook is that you will have to manage orders manually. It can be time-consuming. So, it is better not to use Facebook exclusively. However, what you can do is integrate with your eCommerce website. This will enable you to manage all your orders and inventory from one place. Let\u2019s have a look at some of the eCommerce websites.<\/p>\n<h3>III. Ecommerce Store with Platforms<\/h3>\n<p>Setting up an eCommerce website is the perfect solution if you want people to come and view only your products as opposed to marketplaces like Amazon and eBay.<\/p>\n<p>Selecting the right e-commerce platform is a crucial step. Since we are looking for a specific use-case to sell products on the website, there\u2019s a pool of options to choose from. You can make decisions based on various categories such as licensing, cost of development, customization, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Magento is the most trending choice for larger enterprises. It is perfect for someone who needs flexible customization. Shopify and WooCommerce on the contrary are hassle-free to start with. You can easily integrate your Shopify and WooCommerce store to your website and get started quickly. Each platform has its pros and cons and we will have an in-depth analysis for the same in the later sections.<\/p>\n<p>You can go with self-hosted platforms like Magento and WooCommerce. You can also opt for hosted platforms like Shopify and Big commerce. These platforms are usually very easy to use, even for beginners.<\/p>\n<p>Opting for self-hosted platforms gives you far more scope for customization. It allows you, have full control of the look and feel of your online shop front. You can also build a unique brand out of your website by designing it as you want. The only downside is that if you don\u2019t know how to code this may get difficult to manage and understand. But you can always take help! We can help you set up your eCommerce store and website within a minimum time with our Web to Print Storefront.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/web-to-print-storefront-solution\/\">Check Web-to-Print Store<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section2\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">2. What Kind of Products to Sell Online?<\/h2>\n<p>This question is a critical one. You can create an attractive eCommerce store, fill it with catchy, engaging content, provide excellent customer service, and build a unique brand identity, but if no one wants to buy what you\u2019re selling, you\u2019re not going to do well.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\">\u201cDon\u2019t find customers for your products, find products for your customers.\u201d<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.goodreads.com\/quotes\/291438-don-t-find-customers-for-your-products-find-products-for-your\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">&#8211; Seth Godin<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hence, if you want to sell products on the website, selecting the right products is critical. Worry not, because we are going to tell you everything about what and how to sell products on the website. Here are some tips on how to make sure that you\u2019re giving your customers the best chance to fly off the virtual shelves.<\/p>\n<h3>I. Analytics Tools<\/h3>\n<p>Everyone wishes they could predict the next big thing\u2019. Imagine knowing the trends and best-selling products of the future. Of course, there is no simple way of predicting this. But here are some tools that might help.<\/p>\n<p><b>Google Trends<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Google trends is a great way to find out about the rising popularity of products. It asks you to enter certain search terms and then analyzes results based on the popularity of those terms on google. For example, let\u2019s say you want to sell a certain niche book online but are not sure whether to sell fiction, non-fiction, literature, and so on. You can enter all three in the search words and see which one is growing in popularity.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Analytics-Tools-Mobile-1.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Analytics-Tools-1.jpg\" alt=\"Analytics-Tools\" \/><\/picture>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bruceclay.com\/blog\/enlightened-google-trends-keyword-research\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Google trends<\/a> also shows terminology differences between regions. You can view location based data<\/p>\n<p>It also allows you to set the location where you expect your customers, and off you go! You can also be aware of the spikes and lows in the sales. For example, if certain books are popular in the time of December, before vacation, you might want to increase your marketing accordingly in that month.<\/p>\n<p><b>Google Ads Planner<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Once you know what you\u2019re selling you can do the google keyword analysis to find out how many people search for that product. Check out the monthly popularity of that particular product and see how competitive the keywords are. You can also find out how many other businesses are selling similar products.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Google-Ads-Planner-Mobile-1.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Google-Ads-Planner-1.jpg\" alt=\"Google-Ads-Planner\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>We recommend you avoid selling any product that has monthly searches of less than 300. You want to earn money from your sales, online right? So why advertise a product for which there\u2019s no demand?<\/p>\n<h3>II. Choose Types of Products<\/h3>\n<p>The next step would be choosing the type of products. You can either buy the products, label them and sell them or make them yourself. Let\u2019s have a brief look at both.<\/p>\n<p><b>Readymade Products<\/b><\/p>\n<p>One thing that you need to make sure of is that the products you\u2019re selling must be unique. The best way to build a brand out of ready-made products is a unique selling proposition. It is the foundation for an effective customer retention strategy. It is the most basic element, yet most brands often overlook it. This is the reason why so many products go unnoticed despite the perfect marketing push. You want your product to stand out? USP is the answer!<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Readymade-Products-Mobile-1.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Readymade-Products-1.jpg\" alt=\"Readymade-Products\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>USPs offer a clear benefit. If you have a well-defined USP, your target audience will learn to appreciate it for that particular aspect. Otherwise, that customer base will simply go for other options that offer the lowest price, regardless of all the product benefits you offer. A \u2018killer\u2019 USP communicates to the audience in a way that makes your brand image better and more special than the rest. And why would someone not prefer to buy such a product?<\/p>\n<p><b>Examples of Effective USPs<\/b><\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li><b>Domino\u2019s Pizza<\/b> &#8211; \u201cYou get fresh, hot pizza delivered to your door in 30 minutes or less, or it\u2019s free.\u201d<\/li>\n<li><b>DeBeers<\/b> &#8211; \u201cA diamond is forever.\u201d<\/li>\n<li><b>Colgate<\/b> &#8211; \u201cImprove mouth health in two weeks\u201d<\/li>\n<li><b>Zappos<\/b> &#8211; \u201cThe best return policy ever. A return policy that removes the fear of buying online and buying shoes that might not fit.\u201d<\/li>\n<li><b>Head &amp; Shoulders<\/b> &#8211; \u201cClinically proven to reduce dandruff.\u201d<\/li>\n<li><b>M&amp;Ms<\/b> &#8211; \u201cThe milk chocolate melts in your mouth, not in your hand<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You must formulate your acquisition policies that revolve around your product\u2019s USP rather than just based on quantity or discounts. Another option is selling customized products. Customized products are one of the most flourishing USPs that immediately catches the customer\u2019s eye.<\/p>\n<p><b>Customized Products<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Customized products are the best way to sell more products on the website. Selling customized products online creates a unique experience for customers and brings them back to your store every time they want something new.<\/p>\n<p>Enable your customers to design their products visually, and benefit by selling more products on your website. It can transform your brand\u2019s ethos into tangible items that your customers can see, feel and eventually design before they make a purchase.<\/p>\n<p>The idea that they can design the product however they want, makes the product instantly shareable on social media. Ergo, free social publicity! You can get all this, for very little or no additional cost. When your customers carry your products around the world with them, they evolve into brand ambassadors. This in turn increases the visibility of your products.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/PrintXpand-Product-Mobile.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/BYI-Product.jpg\" alt=\"brand-ambassadors\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>Hence, you can easily reach a wider audience, increase customer loyalty, and get wide-reaching advertising. There\u2019s another mixed approach to it too. You can sell ready-made products as well as customized products. You can offer customization on your ready-made products as well. Providing as many options as possible never detriments a business.<\/p>\n<p>So, if you\u2019re thinking of adopting a product customization tool, here\u2019s a perfect suggestion &#8211; Check PrintXpand\u2019 fully-flexible <a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/online-product-design-tool\/\">online product design tool<\/a>. It understands your business feasibility and provides a custom UI for you to control where your end-users can customize.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/online-product-design-tool\/\">Check Product Designer Tool<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>III. Product Sourcing<\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve decided the kind of products you are going to sell, the next step is to think about <a href=\"https:\/\/sourcingnova.com\/sourcing-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">product sourcing<\/a>. Even if you\u2019re offering customized products you will need to get the raw materials from a wholesaler or a manufacturer. Here are some tips to move forward with the decision.<\/p>\n<p><b>Acquire Goods from Wholesaler\/Manufacturers<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Whether you sell ready-made products or customized, you will need to decide on the wholesaler or a manufacturer. You will then need to brand those products with your label and mark them up. The investment costs include buying the product, storing it in a warehouse, upkeeping, shipping, and customization (in case you\u2019re offering one). Make sure you choose a reliable and highly-rated supplier. It\u2019ll be extremely easy for you if you decide to scale up.<\/p>\n<p><b>Make the Products Yourself<\/b><\/p>\n<p>You can opt for creating your product. Usually, people who sell jewelry, artisans, and crafted items create their products. The main investment costs include the raw materials and time. Making your products and selling those products on the website can work out great for building a personalized brand. It also gives you great freedom to control the stock and pricing.<\/p>\n<p><b>Sourcing Products from Drop shippers<\/b><\/p>\n<p>This is an increasingly popular way to sell products on the website. It enables you to fulfill the orders without stocking or handling the product yourself. All you need to do is list products available from a drop shipper. The customer places their order in your store and pays you. The order is passed onto the dropship supplier, who delivers the product directly to the customer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section3\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">3. Building a Website<\/h2>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re expanding your physical store, or just starting your business from scratch, selecting the right e-commerce platform is crucial to selling customized products online. It has a huge impact on the profitability and stability of your business.<\/p>\n<p>The only alternatives to an eCommerce platform are <a href=\"https:\/\/digitreboot.com\/how-to-make-a-website-from-scratch-complete-guide\/\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"dofollow noopener\">building a website from scratch<\/a>, which can get way too expensive. Hence building your website on <a href=\"https:\/\/contactout.com\/c\/sales-platform\">eCommerce platforms<\/a> is the best solution. It complies with all your business needs: it gives you a unique brand, a USP and you can easily stand out from the crowd.<\/p>\n<p>You can also use various plug-in software. But we don\u2019t consider it an ideal choice to go with. Especially if you\u2019re looking to build and grow a legitimate business. Here\u2019s a features checklist that every business owner must think about before selecting an eCommerce platform.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li>Hosting environment, Domain name, YOY uptime, bandwidth, and API call volumes.<\/li>\n<li>Flexible website builder with user-friendly themes in non-proprietary languages.<\/li>\n<li>See if it offers you an extensive application marketplace with pre-built integrations.<\/li>\n<li>It must offer a mobile-responsive interface and easy checkout. It also must be fully customizable.<\/li>\n<li>The platform must have various search engine optimization (SEO) features and fully customizable URLs.<\/li>\n<li>It must provide built-in eCommerce functionality features such as promotions and discounts, analytics, catalog management, editing tools, etc.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Here is a five-step checklist consideration before selecting a platform to sell personalized products online.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li><b>Budget<\/b>Even though eCommerce hosts offer competitive packages, you should be able to decide if they\u2019re cost-efficient or not. Do not fall for the cheapest option or take the most expensive way to go. Decide a proper budget on web designing, UI, UX, programming, <a href=\"https:\/\/evalian.co.uk\/vulnerability-scanning-an-introductory-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security<\/a>, maintenance, monthly hosting charges, licensing, and so on.<\/li>\n<li><b>Target Audience<\/b>If you want to capture and engage your audience, advertising to social media users is a must. So, look into the platform\u2019s marketing features. Facebook boasts more than 2.7 billion active users every month. That\u2019s a lot of potential customers. See if the platform you\u2019re selecting offers integration with multiple social media platforms.<\/li>\n<li><b>Number of Products You Want to Sell<\/b>This is an important aspect to consider before selecting a platform to sell personalized products online. If you\u2019re offering a wide range of products then you may need to choose a platform with high SKU limits.<\/li>\n<li><b>Room for Growth<\/b>To sell your personalized products online it is important to select a platform that grows with you. You will be scaling up your business at some point of time in the future. Think about the kind of traffic you expect on your site. For those who\u2019re just starting their business, they might need a platform with high-traffic capabilities. So, pick a platform that can handle the traffic demands now and in the future.<\/li>\n<li><b>Customer Service<\/b>Assistance is the least considered but the most important part while choosing a platform to sell personalized products online. Choose a platform that has wide customer support or a wide community of users where you can solve all your queries.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Let us now analyze the various available platforms and find out which one will best suit your business. Here\u2019s a quick comparison table for you:<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Comparison-table.png\" alt=\"Comparison-table\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/moosend.com\/blog\/best-ecommerce-platforms\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Comparison table<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>I. Sell Personalized Products with WooCommerce Design Tool<\/b><\/p>\n<p>WooCommerce is an open-source platform. Along with the brand\u2019s content on WordPress, it offers a cart solution. It is popular amongst small to medium businesses for its simplicity to install and customize. It is often used by entrepreneurs just starting their businesses, or bloggers expanding into eCommerce.<\/p>\n<p>It has a huge community of developers spread globally. It provides you with multiple themes, plug-ins, and support. It gives the most control to the user as compared to any other platforms out there. It allows maximum scalability and personalization. It is also the most used ecommerce platform, with an astonishing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.datanyze.com\/market-share\/e-commerce-platforms--6\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">38.57% market<\/a> share across all eCommerce solutions.<\/p>\n<p>On the flip side, it is important to note that WordPress and WooCommerce are free to use. However, you will have to pay a hefty price for the hosting, domain, e-mails, plugins, and extensions.<\/p>\n<p><b>II. Shopify Product Customizer for Selling Personalized Products Online<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Shopify, a Canadian e-commerce giant is a SaaS-based eCommerce platform. They are popular among stores, and brands with SKU counts of less than 100. It also works well with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/shopify-product-designer\/\">Shopify product customizers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>It is suitable for both small to large-scale companies. You can integrate your website into the store. On the contrary, it has limitations when it comes to customization. But we would recommend you to check out the prices, as they\u2019re significantly higher. Especially for companies with high volume sales. Hence, it might not be best suited for companies looking for out-of-the-box solutions.<\/p>\n<p><b>III. Magento Design Tool: Sell Customized Products Online Without any Limitations<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bigcommerce.com\/blog\/shopify-vs-magento-vs-bigcommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Magento<\/a> is an open-source, self-hosted eCommerce platform. It is free to download but requires a hosting platform.<\/p>\n<p>The Magento enterprise version is one of the most expensive options as compared to the other two. But the community version is available for free. But once you choose Magento you can develop it further to build your brand. You might need to hire developers to customize it.<\/p>\n<p>Irrespective of the challenges, it is one of the renowned e-commerce platforms out there and accounts for about <a href=\"https:\/\/hostingtribunal.com\/blog\/magento-statistics\/#gref\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">250,000<\/a> active web stores, making it the third-most-popular e-commerce platform globally. It is customizable up to a great extent and there is a large community of developers out there for support. Hence, make no haste while taking a decision.<\/p>\n<p>Selecting the correct platform for your business will not only require technical expertise, but it&#8217;ll also take up a lot of time and money. Silver lining is we can help you build the most unique website out there. We are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/web-to-print-solutions\/\">web-to-print solution<\/a> service providers and we can help you build the perfect website to sell personalized products online.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/magento-product-designer\/\">Check Magento Designer Tool<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section4\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">4. Sell Personalized Products Online: A Comprehensive Checklist<\/h2>\n<p>So, you\u2019ve also selected the platform to sell customized products online. After deciding what products to sell and how to source them, now is the time to sell them!<\/p>\n<p>As important as it is, selling customized products online is a tricky task in itself. Think about it yourself. Imagine a restaurant, whose menu is poorly written and the pictures on the billboards outside look revolting. No matter how tasty the food is, will you buy it? The same goes for selling customized products online. You need a fool-proof plan to sell personalized products online.<\/p>\n<h3>I. Product Selling Strategy: Market Research<\/h3>\n<p>The ease of quick access and visibility through the internet has amplified the print business\u2019s competition exponentially. You are no longer competing with just a few local businesses. You\u2019ve got to worry about the global brands as well.<\/p>\n<p>Especially in the print personalization business. As of 2022, the global printing market grew from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thebusinessresearchcompany.com\/report\/printing-global-market-report\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$311.53 billion in 2021 to $328.38 billion<\/a> at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. Despite the shift to digital alternatives in the USA, commercial printing is going strong with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ibisworld.com\/industry-statistics\/market-size\/printing-united-states\/#:~:text=The%20market%20size%2C%20measured%20by,to%20increase%201.8%25%20in%202022.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">$79.7<\/a> billion market value. The global commercial printing market is forecasted to be worth USD <a href=\"http:\/\/mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/commercial-printing-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">484.22 billion<\/a> by 2027, reporting a CAGR of 1.74% from 2022 to 2027.<\/p>\n<p>Hence, keeping a constant check on your competitors is a must. Countless factors influence your sales. Your competition plays a huge role in the success of your business. That is why it is important to take proper steps to gain a competitive advantage by constantly performing market research and learning from your competitors.<\/p>\n<h3>II. Product Pricing Strategies<\/h3>\n<p>Pricing your products is one of the cornerstone decisions while answering the question of how to sell customized products online. It impacts all the aspects of your business. Pricing is the deciding factor for everything from your monetary in-flow, rankings among your competitors, profit, and many more.<\/p>\n<p>Along with pricing strategies you also need to think about whether you\u2019re offering a discount or not. Planning this can be intimidating. This is why most entrepreneurs find themselves stuck in the dilemma of pricing.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Product-Pricing-Strategies-Mobile-1.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Product-Pricing-Strategies-1.jpg\" alt=\"Product-Pricing-Strategies\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>Many times, their launch dates get delayed due to this dilemma. But you can only formulate and attain the best pricing strategies by testing them with real customers. Start with pricing that would work and that covers all the costs.<\/p>\n<p>Once you do this, add your profit margin and you\u2019re good to go. Scout the internet for information and look to find the right way to come up with a price for your products rather than just guessing. Here\u2019s a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/price-your-print-on-demand-products\/\">detailed guide<\/a> that might help you price and sell customized products online.<\/p>\n<h3>III. Profit Margin<\/h3>\n<p>So, now you have all the information, a pricing strategy, and everything in place. The last thing to add will be adding your profit margin. You can adjust your profit to match your competitors.<\/p>\n<p>Ensure that your price still falls within the range of the overall acceptable price for that particular product. It can get challenging for you if your prices are twice as high as your competitors. Also, make sure that you do not put the profit margin too low so that the overall price goes lower. Your profit margin should cover the extended hours of labor and other costs.<\/p>\n<p>You can try out multiple pricing strategies by trial and error too. Once you add the profit margin, you have your final retail price with you!<\/p>\n<h3>IV. Product Images<\/h3>\n<p>Every business claims to have the best product in the market. But it is important to note the <a href=\"https:\/\/hexomatic.com\/academy\/2022\/06\/13\/how-to-scrape-products-from-ecommerce-websites\/\" target=\"blank\" rel=\"noopener\">how to scrape products from ecommerce websites<\/a> customers do not get a direct touch and feel of your products. They simply judge your products by looking at the pictures. How will you sell products on the website, if your images don\u2019t do them justice?<\/p>\n<p>The good part is you do not need a professional photographer. Take care of a few minor technicalities and you\u2019re set to rule the market! Just follow these general rules.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li>Use high-quality images, Always! Even if it is a little bit blurry, you will lose customers.<\/li>\n<li>Decide on universal image dimensions and use it every time, for all your products.<\/li>\n<li>You can use multiple tools to resize the width and height of images.<\/li>\n<li>Try to provide a 360-degree view of your products. The more views you provide, the more comfortable customers will feel buying it.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure each product variant has its image. For example, if you&#8217;re offering t-shirts in multiple colors, make sure you include images of t-shirts of all the colors.<\/li>\n<li>Whenever possible, try including photos of in-use products to provide context to your customers.<\/li>\n<li>If you\u2019re offering customization then make sure your customers know all the design areas. Follow all these golden rules and you\u2019re all set to sell customized products online.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Are you looking for an intuitive tool that makes customization a breeze for your customers and helps you deliver an effortless customization experience?<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/online-product-design-tool\/\">Check Out Our Product Designer Tool Today!<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3>V. Product Descriptions<\/h3>\n<p>Next comes product descriptions. The words you add to your store, are not just product descriptions, it is much more than that. Great product descriptions attract a large number of customers.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Product-Descriptions-1.png\" alt=\"Product Descriptions\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center !important;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thinkwithgoogle.com\/consumer-insights\/consumer-trends\/product-information-preference-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">(Image Source)<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When it comes to product descriptions, SEO can work wonders. While writing the product descriptions search engine optimization must be one of your top considerations. Using SEO techniques is a popular way to increase traffic to your store through organic search results. With <a href=\"https:\/\/dataforseo.com\/apis\/google-trends-api\">Google Trends API<\/a> you can get unlimited access to vast volumes of data from Google Trends that tells you what keywords people use when searching for products they want to buy. SEO helps you rank your products based on the search keywords. Hence, your descriptions must include keywords \u2013 popular words your customers are looking up.<\/p>\n<p><b>Example<\/b><\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re selling all types of Halloween costumes. Your description might look like this: \u201cSpooky Halloween Costumes available. Distinctive styles of dresses and cosmetics available. We\u2019ve got costumes available in all sizes and colors.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Here are some pointers to take care of while writing product descriptions.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"bullted-points\">\n<li>Don\u2019t simply copy and paste the manufacturer\u2019s description. Duplicate content automatically reduces the ranking of your site.<\/li>\n<li>Highlight the features. For example, don\u2019t just say that you have Halloween costumes available. Explain how it&#8217;s going to help your customer look the spookiest and stand-out at a Halloween party. Mention the advantage of buying from you.<\/li>\n<li>Make it original and less robotic. Avoid the use of cliche words like \u201cgame-changer\u201d or \u201cmust-have\u201d.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t vary your style. Again, you\u2019ll need to fix a universal tone for all your product descriptions.<\/li>\n<li>Add social proof. Add the reviews of the customers who\u2019ve already used your products.<\/li>\n<li>Do not mis-sell your products. Do not lie in the descriptions. Keep it genuine.<\/li>\n<li>Last but not the least, when you\u2019re writing a product description, try not to sell a product. Try selling a story instead. Be as creative and innovative as possible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>VI. Shipping, Warehousing, and Logistics<\/h3>\n<p>You need to set up a universal delivery method for your products. You need to come up with a plan to charge accordingly for delivery, storage, payment-gateway charges, cash-on-delivery charges, taxes, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>Charging for storage is one of the things you should do mindfully. Maybe you\u2019re starting with a small garage which is sufficient as of now. But what if your customer demands grow? If the demand increases suddenly, it might become impossible for you to deliver timely and increase the supply all of a sudden. Hence, keep an eye on your product demand and warehousing prices. Both should be proportional and in-sync.<\/p>\n<p>Most entrepreneurs follow the fundamental concept of price per shipment. A great way to win customers is to provide the shipping of various items at the same cost. You can also divide the supply shipping and logistics cost by the number of items in your order and calculate the shipping cost per product.<\/p>\n<h3>VII. USP + Customization<\/h3>\n<p>We discussed earlier how important a USP is for most businesses to stand out. And we also saw the importance of selling customized products. But what if we tell you, that you can do both at once? What if customized products can be your unique selling proposition? Yes, absolutely. Don\u2019t believe us? Keep reading.<\/p>\n<p>In a <a href=\"https:\/\/www2.deloitte.com\/content\/dam\/Deloitte\/ch\/Documents\/consumer-business\/ch-en-consumer-business-made-to-order-consumer-review.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">recent study<\/a>, it was found that 1 out of every 5 customers is willing to pay 20% more for a personalized product exclusively made for them. Another <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/235285642_Creating_Customer_Loyalty_through_Service_Customization\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">study<\/a> on creating customer loyalty through customization states that:<\/p>\n<p>\u201cCustomization increases perceived service quality, customer satisfaction, customer trust, and ultimately builds brand loyalty as customers find these products unique in its offerings.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Believe us now? Customers love things made just for them and selling customized products online is the best way to provide exactly what the customers want. Selling personalized products online keeps customers engaged with your brand for a long time and turns lucrative for you.<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/T-shirt-design-tool-demo.png\" alt=\"T-shirt-design-tool-demo\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Customer experience finds value through exclusivity in the form of customized products. It gives them the feeling of something unique and gives them something specific that works just the way they want. So, offer your customers multiple personalization options, let them upload photographs, write personal messages, add designs of their choice to their products, and so on.<\/p>\n<p>To sell personalized products online, you\u2019ll need a flexible and unique product personalization tool. It must let you offer diverse features to your customers to create customized designs. We can help you offer customization and sell personalized products online.<\/p>\n<p>PrintXpand provides an Intuitive W2P product design tool that offers everything from diverse customization features to print-ready designs. It comes with a massive library of images, texts, clipart, and ready templates. It is a fully-responsive designer tool and is also perfect to create personalized designs on every printable material. Plus, it offers multiple integrations and can work with multiple platforms.<\/p>\n<p>Explore PrintXpand Customization Software for Magento, WooCommerce, OpenCart, Shopify, PrestaShop, PHP, and more.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/online-product-design-tool\/\">Check Product Designer Tool<\/a><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section5\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">5. How to Sell Customized Products Online: Here\u2019s the Perfect Marketing Strategy<\/h2>\n<p>This last step closes the series. The perfect marketing strategy! Now that you\u2019re ready with your online store and customization tools, it\u2019s time to attract customers. This is the jazzy bit of learning how to sell products on the website.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019ll introduce you to some of the most effective customer-winning tricks to market your store. These tricks are easy to implement and cost-efficient too. If you\u2019re new in the line of selling online, you may want to avoid wasting your capital on expensive online ads.<\/p>\n<picture><source srcset=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/How-to-Sell-Customized-Products-Online_-Heres-the-Perfect-Marketing-Strategy-Mobile.jpg\" media=\"(max-width: 767px)\" \/><\/picture> <picture><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.printxpand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/How-to-Sell-Customized-Products-Online_-Heres-the-Perfect-Marketing-Strategy.jpg\" alt=\"expensive-online-ads\" \/><\/picture>\n<p>The very basic first step would be to think as a customer would think. Think where you would go if you want to buy certain products. Would you go to social media or would you simply google search it? The more generalized answers you can cover, the more chances you have at making sales. Let\u2019s explore these techniques.<\/p>\n<h3>I. Social Media<\/h3>\n<p>Social media is one of the biggest weapons in the marketing arsenal. Social media gives you access to billions of potential customers at your fingertips. Social media allows you to post timely promotions, run ads, increase your reach, and practice target-audience-based marketing.<\/p>\n<p>We would recommend you to use Facebook as it provides the most comprehensive ways of selling online. You can also go with <a href=\"https:\/\/uppromote.com\/blogs\/instagram-affiliate-marketing\/\">Instagram<\/a>. You can build an Instagram page to showcase all your products and then connect it to your Facebook business page to lure customers.<\/p>\n<h3>II. Content Marketing<\/h3>\n<p>Content marketing is important. It works in building loyalty, generating relevant leads, and building the brand image. It has become a new normal in terms of consumer expectations. It helps businesses to evolve what customers expect from brands. Here are two important aspects of content marketing:<\/p>\n<p><b>SEO<\/b><\/p>\n<p>In the earlier sections of this article, we found out that SEO is an important part of product descriptions. Other than the product descriptions you can promote your content by uploading blog posts too. Regularly posting SEO-friendly blogs can help you rank your website higher in Google. So <a href=\"https:\/\/buzznberry.com\/\">SEO Writing<\/a> is a critical component of your website growth.<\/p>\n<p>You have the best chance of attracting your target customers by ranking your website high for your relevant search terms. But make sure you upload relevant content. You must not lose context. Post content that directly relates to your product.<\/p>\n<p><b>Blogging<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Blogging is a great way to <a href=\"https:\/\/lakewood.media\/service\/seo-services\/\">boost your website\u2019s SEO<\/a>. Blogging can help you tell a story to your customers and interact with them on another level while selling your brand.<\/p>\n<p>For example, if you\u2019re into selling t-shirts. You can write a fun blog post on \u201cLatest T-shirt trends in 2021\u201d. A culmination of well-calculated SEO and good ideas are surely going to increase your digital footprints. And boom &#8211; you\u2019re in business!<\/p>\n<p>Regularly posting things about the industry you\u2019re working in positions you as a thought leader and expert too. All you need to do is just add a blog page to your online store builder route.<\/p>\n<h3>III. Email Marketing<\/h3>\n<p>Email marketing is a way to connect with your customers personally. It can provide the most individual shopping experience to the customers. Having an email box is a must. Make sure your store is integrated with one.<\/p>\n<p>Besides that, <a href=\"https:\/\/contactout.com\/email-finder\">collect emails<\/a> of every customer that buys from you. This allows you to gently retarget them with your new offerings. Before started your email campaigns run a <a href=\"https:\/\/powerdmarc.com\/dmarc-reporting-tool-xml\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DMARC report analyzer<\/a> to make sure your email security is on point. Email marketing may take a bit of time to manage and run properly. So, if you\u2019re new to the business started with blogging, SEO, and even <a href=\"https:\/\/blog.powr.io\/10-tips-to-help-you-achieve-better-results-on-social-media\">social media<\/a> first.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"section6\" style=\"scroll-margin-top: 100px;\">Winding Up: Sell Products on The Website<\/h2>\n<p>So, this was all about how to sell products on the website. In this guide, we introduced you to some of the most popular and effective ways to sell customized products online. If you follow every step of this guide, your business growth is guaranteed to be lucrative. You can increase both your capabilities and offerings simply by following the tips listed above.<\/p>\n<p>We hope that we were able to cover all the questions from \u201chow to sell products on the website\u201d to \u201chow to frame the correct marketing strategies\u201d. We talked about selling via multiple eCommerce platforms, pricing strategies, research strategies, what kind of products to sell online, shipping and logistics methods, marketing methods, and last but not the least, product customization and its know-how.<\/p>\n<p>PrintXpand aims at developing solutions that benefit our customers and the world. We are a web-to-print solutions provider specializing in products like product customization software, Inventory management tools, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/print-erp-software-solution\/\">ERP software solutions<\/a>, and many more. In due course of 16+ years, we have touched the lives of 70+ clients worldwide in the web-to-print space. Our goal is to provide web-to-print products that are efficient, easy to manage, and lite on the pocket. We are experts in niche-based strategizing of products in the e-commerce marketplace. If you need any help in building strategies to sell personalized products online, marketing and monetizing strategies, product strategies, and so on, we\u2019re just a click away.<\/p>\n<div class=\"blog-detail-prod-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.PrintXpand.com\/contact-us\/\">Let\u2019s Get in Touch<\/a><\/div>\n<p><em>All product and company names are trademarks\u2122, registered\u00ae or copyright\u00a9 trademarks of their respective holders. Use of them does not imply any affiliation with or endorsement by them.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>2020\u2019s advent events have changed the global online marketplace. Especially that of the eCommerce industry. 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