MerchYeah Q&A: Answers to our most common shop owner questions

In the world of e-commerce and custom merchandise, shop owner questions come in all shapes and sizes. At MerchYeah, we often deal with a mix of questions from our fantastic community, but some of those questions pop up more than others.

In this blog post, we're taking you behind the scenes into the world of frequently asked questions at MerchYeah. Whether you've already got a shop with us, are thinking about signing up, or just curious, we've got the lowdown for you. We'll dive into why we get these common questions, what they are, and how we handle them.

So, if you've ever wondered about the FAQs at MerchYeah, hang on tight! We're about to take you on a journey through the world of shop owner support... it's going to be a breeze. Let's dive in and unravel these questions, shall we?

Question: What is on-demand printing?

Answer: On-demand printing refers to a printing method where products are only produced when they are ordered by a customer. This means that there's no need to keep a large inventory of pre-printed products. MerchYeah only prints when an item has been ordered. We’ve eliminated the risk of over or under ordering items and the old-school method of pre-printing products in hopes they will all sell. 

On-demand printing works by using technology to produce products as they are ordered. This process starts with your design, which you’ll upload to start creating products. When an order is placed, we custom-print the design on the product the customer ordered and fulfill the order by shipping directly to the customer.

Question: No upfront costs? How is that possible?

Answer: Funds gained from the sale of merch pays for the garment, custom printing, order processing, packing, and shipping of the item. Since MerchYeah items are produced only when sold and on-demand, there is no held stock or upfront costs associated with the pre-printing or warehousing of products.

The base cost of the item + the profit you choose = the retail price charged to the customer.

Question: How do I make money?

Answer: When you create items, you set your pricing and decide how much you want to make when an item sells. When you generate sales through your MerchYEAH shop, your profits are collected in your wallet. Funds you earn are transferred to you via PayPal every other week or can be used to purchase you own items at base cost (only visible to you) or can be applied towards bulk orders.

Question: How much will I make for each item sold?

Answer: That is the most frequently asked question… to answer that question, we need you to answer 2 questions.

1. What item/garment are you going to sell?
2. What do you want the retail price of the item to be?

When you create items, you’ll select your items/garments and then you’ll set your pricing and decide how much you want to make when that item sells.

Question: When and how do I get paid?

Answer: Once you’re selling, you’ll want to enter your payment details. Profits are prepared, accounted and totaled prior to our recurring payout cycles which process every other week (typically on Fridays). To receive your payout on our recurring cycle and schedule, your current balance must be greater than $10.00 and any current orders must be fully processed and shipped.

Question: Can I order just one shirt or a sample?

Answer: If you've got a cool idea and design for a shirt for yourself or if you want to create the perfect gift for a friend or family member; simply create your item and order directly from yourself at base cost(the base cost is only visible to you).

Question: Can I place a bulk order?

Answer: Absolutely! MerchYeah has no minimums or maximums. We can handle bulk orders of any size if you need items for giveaways, if you'll be fulfilling items yourself, or if you have an upcoming event or show.

To get an order started:

1. Simply upload your designs and create your item or choose an existing item currently in your MerchYeah shop.
2. Add the items to your cart and then you'll be able enter the exact quantities you need. (You'll receive volume discounts and see your savings in your cart when you order larger quantities your own items.)

How Bulk Pricing Works: When we produce in bulk, production costs come down. We pass along that savings to you by lowering the cost per item. 

Question: Can I integrate my MerchYeah shop into my own website?

Answer: Most brands, bands, organizations, and artists with existing websites will typically add "shop", "store" or "merch" to the navigation on their site and have their MerchYeah shop open in a new tab or browser window. 

For us to do our magic and securely process payments, all orders and transactions must be processed through your shop on MerchYeah.com

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Whether you're a seasoned pro or a potential newbie, the questions you ask are the building blocks of our community. We're always here to provide answers, support, and an outstanding experience, and always striving to make MerchYeah even more user-friendly. So, as you navigate the world of custom merchandise and e-commerce, know that we've got your back.

For more answers, be sure to check out our super-extensive FAQ where we've got an answer to almost every question we've ever been asked.

Still can't find an answer? Pop us a message on live chat during business hours or visit our Contact Us page.