What is dropshipping?
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Dropshipping is a way for you to sell products without storing the inventory yourself. Many businesses on Shopify use dropshipping, partly because it can be easy to set up.
If you run a dropshipping business, then your products come from suppliers who ship products to your customers on your behalf. Theses suppliers could be manufacturers, warehouses, or even family members who make products from their home. With Shopify, it's easy to find suppliers through print-on-demand apps and dropshipping apps.
Before you try dropshipping, make sure you understand how it works, its features and drawbacks, and the process that orders and products go through.