If you want to sell products on MarketConnex, follow these steps:

1. On the Register page, click the “Become a Vendor” link (located below the Register button).
2. You’ll be redirected to the Subscription Plans page.
3. Choose the plan that fits your selling needs:

Plan	Price	Commission per Sale	Ideal For
Basic	£0	12.5%	Less than 15 items/month
Monthly Plan	£10/month + VAT	7%	15–50 items/month
Yearly Plan	£110/year + VAT	7%	15–50 items/month (discount)
Wholesale	Custom pricing	5%	Wholesale sellers

All plans include:

• Secure payment processing
• Fast and easy setup
• Inventory tracking and management
• Order processing
• Unique shop URL
• Built-in SEO tools
• Google Analytics integration

4. Click Subscribe Now under your chosen plan.
5. Complete the subscription and begin setting up your vendor store.

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Fill Out the Vendor Registration Form

On the Vendor Registration page, fill out all the required fields. These may include:

1. Account Details

• Email Address – Enter a valid email you’ll use to log in and receive notifications.
• Password – Choose a secure password for your account.

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2. Store Information

• Store Name – Enter your business or brand name.
• Store URL – Customise the web address for your vendor shop (e.g., marketconnex.com/store/yourshop).
• Phone Number – Provide a contact number (used for order and support purposes).
• Store Description – Briefly describe your store and the types of products you’ll be selling.

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3. Address Details

• Street Address
• City
• Postcode
• Country

Step-by-Step: Setting Up Your Vendor Store

This guide will walk you through setting up your online store using the built-in wizard. It’s quick and easy!

1: Welcome

• You’ll see a welcome message:
  “Welcome to [Store Name]!”
• Click “Let’s go!” to begin the setup.
• Or, select “Not right now” to skip. You can always finish setup later from your Dashboard > Settings.

2: Store Information

Enter your store details:

• Store name
• Logo or banner (optional)
• Address (if applicable)
• Contact email and/or phone

3: Payment Setup

Choose how you want to receive payments from customers.
Select your preferred payment method from the dropdown:

• PayPal
• Bank Transfer
• Cash Pay
• Stripe

Click “Continue” to proceed, or “Skip this step” if you want to configure it later.

Enter Your PayPal Email Address

• A field will appear for your PayPal email.
• Enter the email address linked to your PayPal account (this is how you will receive payments).

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Notes

• Make sure your PayPal account is verified and can receive payments.
• If you don’t have a PayPal account yet, you can sign up at www.paypal.com.

4: Store Policies

Define your store’s key policies:

• Return Policy – e.g., how returns/refunds are handled
• Shipping Policy – delivery timeframes, carriers

5: Customer Support

Provide contact information for customer assistance:

• Email address
• Support phone number
• Live chat link (if used)

6: SEO Settings

Improve your store’s visibility on search engines:

• Meta Title – short title for your homepage
• Meta Description – summary of your store
• Keywords – relevant search terms (e.g., “handmade candles, eco-friendly gifts”)

7: Social Media Links

Add your social channels so customers can follow you:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• Twitter (X)
• TikTok, Pinterest, etc.

8: Ready to Launch

• Review all your entries.
• Click “Finish” or “Launch Store” to go live!

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After Store Setup

Once saved, you’ll automatically land back on your Vendor Dashboard. From here you can:

• Add products
• Manage orders
• Track sales
• Access payment and customer info

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Vendor Guide: Adding a Product

Follow these steps to add a product to your store after setup:

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1. Access the Product Section

From the left sidebar of your Vendor Dashboard:

• Hover your mouse over the “Products” menu.
• A dropdown will appear — click on “Add New”.

Make sure your store is fully set up before adding products.

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2. Enter Product Information

Fill in the product details carefully:

• Product Title – Write a clear and accurate name.
• Product Description – Describe your product, its features, uses, materials, etc.
• Product Categories – Choose the most relevant category.
• Tags – Add keywords to help customers find your product.
• Price – Set the selling price.
• Currency – Select the currency in which the product will be sold.
• Country – Choose the country from which the product ships or where it is available.
• Stock Quantity – Enter the number of items available.

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3. Upload Product Images

Add high-quality images of your product:

• Click on the image area to upload photos.
• Recommended: Add between 3 to 5 product images, including:
  • Front view
  • Side or angle view
  • Close-up detail
  • In-use or lifestyle image
  • Optional size or scale reference
• Use square format (800×800 px or 1000×1000 px) for best display.

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4. Add Shipping & Variations (if applicable)

If enabled, you can:

• Add product weight, dimensions, and shipping class.
• Set product variations such as size, color, or material.

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5. Save or Publish the Product

After completing all required fields, choose one of the following options:

• Save as Draft – Keep the product saved privately so you can finish or edit it later.
• Publish – Make the product visible and available for customers to purchase immediately.

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Store Dashboard Overview

The store dashboard is your main control panel for managing your online store. Here’s a breakdown of what each part of the dashboard does:

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Notification Icons (Top Right Corner)

• Red Bell – New order notifications.
• Envelope – New messages from customers.
• Blue Circle with Exclamation – System alerts or announcements (e.g., platform updates).
• Cart Icon – Product status alerts (e.g., low stock).
• User Avatar – Access your profile, settings, and logout options.

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Sidebar Menu Breakdown

Here’s what you can find in the left-hand menu:

1. Home
   • Dashboard overview with store stats (sales, traffic, etc.).
2. Media
   • Upload and manage images, videos, and product files.
3. Articles
   • Write and publish blog posts or store news.
4. Products
   • View, add, or edit your products.
   • Create simple, virtual, downloadable, or catalog products.
5. Orders
   • Manage customer orders.
   • Update statuses (pending, shipped, completed).
6. Payments
   • View and manage your received payments.
7. Coupons
   • Create discount coupons to offer promotions.
8. Customers
   • View and manage your customer list.
9. Refund
   • Process customer refunds directly from here.
10. Add to My Store
    • Import or add products from other sources or vendors.
11. Settings
    • Store configuration: name, contact info, shipping, tax, etc.
12. Ledger Book
    • Financial records of all transactions (income, expenses).
13. Reports
    • Visual analytics: sales trends, top products, performance.
14. Reviews
    • Manage product reviews and customer feedback.
15. Logout
    • Securely log out of your dashboard.