Seller Launch Checklist
How to prepare listings, pricing, shipping, and trust signals before you launch on BO.Market.
Updated: Dec 24, 2025 · ~6 min read
Seller Launch Checklist: Start Strong (Without Guesswork)
Category: Marketplace Topic: Seller Setup Format: Checklist

sportuna is a good reminder that when the experience is smooth, people return — and your shop works the same way: clarity, speed, and trust turn first-time visitors into repeat buyers.

Before you publish your first listings, run this checklist. It’s built for sellers who want to launch clean: fewer refunds, fewer “Where is my order?” messages, and a profile that looks trustworthy from day one.

Goal: Remove friction. Your product can be great — but unclear photos, vague shipping, or confusing pricing will cost you sales.

Quick table of contents

1) Listings that convert

  • Photos: 5–8 images, consistent lighting, close-ups of key details, one “scale” photo.
  • Title: Clear and searchable (brand + product type + key spec).
  • Description: What it is, who it’s for, what’s included, condition, and what it is NOT.
  • Variants: Sizes/colors as separate options (avoid confusion in messages).

2) Pricing that makes sense

  • Decide your minimum margin before launch (so discounts don’t hurt you later).
  • Use simple bundles (e.g., “2-pack”) instead of random discount math.
  • Be transparent: if shipping is separate, say so early.

3) Shipping & returns

  • Write shipping times in plain terms: processing + delivery.
  • Prepare packaging rules (fragile items, waterproofing, branded inserts if you use them).
  • Publish a simple returns policy: time window, condition, who pays return shipping.

4) Trust signals buyers notice

  • Complete your profile (logo, short “about”, location region, response time).
  • Pin 1–2 best-sellers on top if your platform supports it.
  • Add “proof”: real photos, clear condition notes, and consistent tone.

5) Customer support rules (keep it simple)

  • Use 3 saved replies: shipping status, returns, product questions.
  • Answer within a set window (e.g., 12–24 hours) — consistency beats “sometimes fast”.
  • If a buyer is confused, improve the listing (don’t repeat the same chat forever).
Pro tip: The best support is a listing so clear that buyers don’t need to ask.

FAQ

How many products should I launch with?
Start with 5–15 strong listings. Enough to look real, not so many that quality drops.

What’s the biggest beginner mistake?
Vague shipping + unclear photos. That’s where refunds and complaints begin.

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