What is Dropshipping?
Dropshipping is a retail model where a supplier ships products directly to your customers, so you don't hold stock.
By Abdullah Ashraf · Last updated: October 2026
Example for a UK store
A UK store lists a product, a customer orders, and the supplier sends it straight to them.
Why it matters
It lowers upfront costs, but you have less control over quality and delivery times.
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