Author: GeekSeller Editorial Team

  • GeekSeller’s New Feature: Low Stock Alerts

    Navigating the realm of inventory management just got a whole lot easier. Introducing GeekSeller’s Advanced Low Stock Alerts – our latest addition designed to keep you on top of your stock game.

  • Upcoming Hike in Credit Card Fees by Visa and Mastercard

    Visa and Mastercard are set to raise the interchange fees on credit card transactions. As reported by the Wall Street Journal, these hikes, particularly affecting online purchases, are scheduled to commence in October and April.

  • Walmart’s Google Shopping Ads for Enhanced Product Promotion

    Eligible sellers receive email notifications inviting them to explore the new Search Engine Marketing (SEM) tab on the Growth Opportunities dashboard within Seller Center. This feature enables you to create campaigns that promote your Walmart listings on Google search results using Shopping Ads.

  • Switch to TikTok Shop: Storefront Ends Sept 12, 2023

    Big news for TikTok sellers! Starting September 12, 2023, TikTok’s old ‘Storefront’ will be gone, replaced by the sleeker ‘TikTok Shop’. This new feature offers easy in-app shopping with cool tools like shoppable videos. If you’re selling on TikTok, act fast! Register for TikTok Shop, and manually move your products over from Storefront. Don’t wait…

  • SFP Program Update: Amazon Introduces 2% Fee; New Enrollment Begins October 1, 2023

    Amazon has revealed a change to its Seller Fulfilled Prime (SFP) program, introducing a 2% fulfillment fee for members (before, participation in the program was free). The tech giant cites the need to offset the costs of developing and managing the SFP program as the reason behind this fee implementation. In addition to the new…

  • Amazon Announces Seasonal Fulfillment Fees for 2023 Holiday Season

    Amazon recently shared updates regarding its Holiday Peak Fulfillment Fee for the FBA program. This annual fee will be effective from October 15, 2023, to January 14, 2024. Aiming to cover the augmented costs of fulfillment and transportation during the bustling holiday season, this fee aligns with those other leading carriers impose. Notably, the 2023…

  • Etsy’s Updated Child Safety Policy

    Starting September 8, 2023, Etsy is rolling out a revamped policy to boost child safety in its product listings. This initiative aims to prevent potential misinterpretation or misuse involving minors.

  • Draught Limitations in Panama Canal Trigger Shipping Surcharges

    Persistent drought conditions in the Panama Canal have led to severe drought restrictions, causing shipping delays and additional transit surcharges. The Evergreen ship had to offload 1,400 containers to navigate the canal. These challenges may force US importers and sellers to reevaluate their shipping strategies.

  • Walmart’s Restored Premium: A New Opportunity for Marketplace Sellers

    The newly unveiled Walmart Restored Premium is an enhancement of the existing Walmart Restored program, offering high-quality refurbished items to customers. Apart from offering customers “like-new” items at affordable prices, Restored Premium presents a considerable opportunity for Walmart’s Marketplace sellers.

  • Overstock Officially Rebrands as Bed Bath & Beyond

    In a significant move, online-only retailer Overstock has officially rebranded as Bed Bath & Beyond, following its recent purchase of Bed Bath & Beyond’s intellectual property. This merger marks a transformational moment, consolidating both companies into a single online shopping destination under the renowned Bed Bath & Beyond name. While Overstock’s acquisition did not include…