Author: GeekSeller Editorial Team
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How the ‘De Minimis Loophole’ Revolutionized Global E-Commerce
Did you know the ‘de minimis loophole’ is an almost 100-year-old rule initially meant for travelers bringing home small souvenirs? While it’s a global rule, it has notably boosted Chinese e-commerce, allowing a flood of inexpensive products to enter the U.S. with minimal customs scrutiny.
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Two-factor authentication now required for Amazon Seller Central
Starting March 28, 2024, Seller Central will require identity verification via a mobile number or an authenticator app for sign-in, enhancing security against fraudulent access. Users without two-step verification set up will be guided to add a mobile device upon sign-in. Alternatively, users can opt for an authenticator app through “Login Settings” for convenience and…
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E-Commerce Web Spotlight: DanOsSeasoning.com (Woo)
Today, we feature danosseasoning.com, a beautifully designed website that leverages WooCommerce as its platform. This site, built by Crosby Interactive, stands out not only for its user-friendly layout and vibrant visuals but also for its integration of several interesting plugins, such as Accessibility and Autoship Cloud, which enhance the shopping experience.
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Amazon made its FBA New Selection program easier to join
Starting March 1, 2024, sellers don’t need as high of a score to get in. This score, called the Inventory Performance Index (IPI), measures how well sellers manage their inventory. Before, you needed a score of 400, but now 300 is enough. Amazon did this to encourage more sellers to offer new products. They’re also…
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eBay 2024 Winter Seller Update – fees increase
Starting March 15, 2024, the eBay per-order fee on orders over $10 will increase from $0.30 to $0.40 across all categories.
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What is a “good” conversion rate for ecommerce websites?
Industry leaders claim 2.5% to 3% being the average for e-commerce stores. The Shopify analytics app LittleData found the average rate for Shopify stores specifically to be 1.4%.
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Important reminder about our Walmart Buy Box Ineligibility policy
Walmart reminds sellers to offer competitive pricing to ensure their products remain visible and purchasable on the site. The Buy Box favors competitively priced offers, and items priced too high may be hidden from the main page. Additionally, offers that significantly exceed the usual prices might be removed or considered as price gouging. Sellers are…
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eBay Enhances Streetwear Authenticity Process with New Buyer and Seller Alerts
eBay is updating its Streetwear authenticity process to inform both buyers and sellers about item discrepancies. Previously, the process involved authentication and listing accuracy checks, where buyers were informed of discrepancies and could choose to proceed or return the item. Starting mid-February, sellers will receive notifications through Seller Hub and email, while buyers will be…
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Review your Walmart product content for authenticity claims
As outlined in the latest Walmart Marketplace Seller Digest: “You can no longer make authenticity claims in product titles or product details. Any items with product titles or product details that include authenticity claims will be unpublished from Walmart.com unless you obtained Walmart’s express approval for the claim prior to December 22, 2023.”
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Amazon is expanding its “Ships in Product Packaging” program, and you get discounts for joining it
Amazon is rolling out a plan to ship items in their original packaging. Starting February 5, 2024, all third-party sellers in the U.S. and Canada using Amazon’s Fulfillment service can join the “Ships in Product Packaging” program, which sends products in the manufacturer’s packaging, avoiding extra Amazon packaging. Sellers who participate can also get a…