10 Steps to Understand Dropshipping

Dropshipping lets you sell products online without holding inventory. You market, supplier ships. Simple model — but not easy money.

1. Know the Basic Model  

Customer buys from your store. You forward order to supplier. Supplier ships directly. You keep the difference.

2. Choose a Profitable Niche  

Demand but not oversaturated. Use Google Trends, AliExpress bestsellers, TikTok search.

3. Find Reliable Suppliers  

AliExpress (cheap, slow). Spocket/CJdropshipping (faster, higher quality). Test 5–10 orders yourself first.

4. Build Your Store  

Shopify easiest. WooCommerce for more control. Add automation apps.

5. Import and List Products  

Mark up 30–100% over supplier price. Write unique descriptions — no copy-paste.

6. Set Up Payments and Legal Basics  

Stripe/PayPal. Register business if needed. Add refund policy.

7. Drive Traffic  

Free: Pinterest, TikTok organic, SEO. Paid: Facebook/Instagram ads — test small budgets.

8. Process Orders Automatically  

Tools like AutoDS or DSers forward orders with one click.

9. Handle Customer Service  

Refunds, delays, complaints — you’re responsible even if supplier fails.

10. Scale What Works  

Find winning products (30%+ margin, repeat sales). Reinvest profits in ads. Aim £1,000–£5,000/month in 6–12 months.