How To Avoid Dropshipping Scams

In theory, the business method of dropshipping is eather easy. You sell the merchandise, the wholesaler sends it straight to your customer. However, with more and more fake companies appearing on the web, here are some simple and easy to follow tips to make sure that you avoid becoming the victim of a dropshipping sting.

1. Do your Research

Perhaps the most important thing to do is to research the company that you are considering doing business with. Search the web and see if other people have had any problems with them. People generally post about bad experiences to warn others not to get caught out.

1. Call & Email the Company

You’d be surprised just how many scammers out there have a very well-designed little website with support areas and email addresses – but they don’t actually work. So many people get caught up in fancy graphics that they trust the business is honest. Don’t assume. Call. Then email. A trustworthy company will be happy to hear from you.

1. Avoid the Fees

Most companies will charge a ‘drop shippers fee’ which is often an item based fee which they will hit you with on ever sale. It also usually eats into your profit so you’re left with nothing. Reliable drop shippers won’t charge you this fee, as their costs will have been covered in the price of their merchandise.

1. No Refund Policy

Make sure your dropshipping company offers refunds. As a business, you’d expect that a certain proportion of your customers may want to return the item. A reputable dropshipper will have a returns and refund policy – if they don’t it’s going to end up hurting your pocket.

Following these simple steps will help you avoid the dropshipping scams that so many people get caught out by.