What is Dropshipping?
Updated October 22, 2026
Dropshipping is selling products online that a supplier ships directly to the buyer.
You run the store and marketing. The supplier holds stock and ships.
It's low upfront cost but margins can be thin.
Slow shipping and returns can hurt reviews, so pick suppliers carefully.
Example
Someone buys a phone stand from your store and a supplier ships it straight to them.
Questions people ask
Is dropshipping passive?
Not really. It needs ads, support and constant testing.
Do I need money to start?
Some, mainly for ads and a store platform.
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