An automated online shop as a side income
With print-on-demand and dropshipping you don't keep any stock; a partner makes the product and ships it to the customer. The shop still doesn't run itself: you're responsible for customer service, returns and product safety. This guide helps you build a shop that is as automated as possible but legal.
You will need
- A business ID (Y-tunnus)
- An e-commerce platform
- A print-on-demand or dropshipping partner
- Delivery and returns terms
- An advertising and testing budget of €100–300
Steps
Choose a product idea
Print-on-demand suits your own designs on products such as T-shirts, posters and mugs. Choose a narrow target group, for example people with a particular hobby or from a particular town. Competition with generic products is extremely tough.
Evaluate the supplier
Set up a business or use an invoicing service
Write legal terms
Connect the shop and the partner
Price with a margin
Automate customer service
Test marketing on a small budget
Keep your books
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