{"id":11881,"date":"2022-05-08T08:53:16","date_gmt":"2022-05-08T12:53:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/?p=11881"},"modified":"2024-01-20T04:17:39","modified_gmt":"2024-01-20T09:17:39","slug":"how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Succeed In Merch By Amazon In 2024: A Step-by-Step Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Selling on Amazon is a lucrative business. Almost 37.8% of the online sales generated in the United States as of June 2022 came from Amazon. (Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/274255\/market-share-of-the-leading-retailers-in-us-e-commerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statista<\/a>)\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not a secret that a lot of money can be made by selling your products on this e-commerce platform. However, not everyone has the initial capital to get the ball rolling right off the bat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Between purchasing your initial inventory, paying for your account registration, and covering the Amazon FBA costs, it can set you back anywhere from around $1500 to $3000 to start your own Amazon store.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Needless to say, this is not a small amount of money. Not everyone can afford this, especially when you are just starting. AMZN realized this and tried to look for alternatives for those without a huge initial capital to work with. This is where alternative Amazon business models, such as Merch by Amazon or Amazon Merch, come in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we dig deep into this topic, what is Merch by Amazon anyway? And what are the tips on how to succeed in Merch by Amazon?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we\u2019ll answer these questions and discuss the unique selling method called \u201cprint on demand\u201d. Hopefully, this knowledge can help both new and experienced sellers find an alternative to Amazon FBA.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to learn how to succeed in Merch by Amazon? Then let\u2019s jump right in.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/DeveloperBlogs\/AmazonDeveloperBlogs\/legacy\/orca4._CB520510385_.png\" alt=\"how to succeed on Merch by Amazon\" width=\"-69\" height=\"-36\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/developer.amazon.com\/blogs\/appstore\/post\/Tx3504078FRYE5I\/announcing-merch-by-amazon-a-new-way-to-generate-revenue-with-branded-t-shirts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MerchByAmazon<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ed098e7c72a\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69ed098e7c72a\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#What_is_Merch_By_Amazon\" >What is Merch By Amazon?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#What_Is_Print_On_Demand\" >What Is Print On Demand?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#How_Does_Merch_by_Amazon_work_Step-by-Step_Guide\" >How Does Merch by Amazon work: Step-by-Step Guide<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Is_Merch_By_Amazon_Worth_It\" >Is Merch By Amazon Worth It?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#No_Physical_Inventory_Needed\" >No Physical Inventory Needed<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Earn_From_Royalty_Percentage\" >Earn From Royalty Percentage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Prime_Shipping\" >Prime Shipping<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#No_Need_To_Own_A_Warehouse\" >No Need To Own A Warehouse<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Reach_More_Customers\" >Reach More Customers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Easy_to_Track_Your_Sales\" >Easy to Track Your Sales<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Related_How_To_Do_Dropshipping_on_AMZN\" >Related: How To Do Dropshipping on AMZN<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#How_To_Sign_Up_on_Merch_By_Amazon\" >How To Sign Up on Merch By Amazon?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#How_To_Succeed_in_Merch_By_Amazon_3_Helpful_Tips\" >How To Succeed in Merch By Amazon: 3 Helpful Tips<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#How_Many_Designs_Can_You_Submit\" >How Many Designs Can You Submit?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#What_is_the_Merch_by_Amazon_Tier_Level\" >What is the Merch by Amazon Tier Level?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#How_To_Submit_A_Product_Design_On_Amazon_Merch\" >How To Submit A Product Design On Amazon Merch?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-succeed-in-merch-by-amazon\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Merch_By_Amazon\"><\/span>What is Merch By Amazon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Simply put, Merch by Amazon is a Print on Demand (POD) platform created by AMZN for creative individuals. If you want to start making money from selling your own designs, Amazon Merch can help you with that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a no-cost business model that is fully supported by AMZN, you can never go wrong with Merch by Amazon. You can start a merch business on AMZN without spending a dime.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All you have to do is create your designs, upload them on the website, and wait for someone to make a purchase. This is what makes Print on Demand such a powerful tool for creatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Print_On_Demand\"><\/span>What Is Print On Demand?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Print-on-demand is a unique way of selling custom merchandise or products that feature your designs. You can put your design on t-shirts, mugs, pillows, bathing towels, or even rugs.\u00a0 Anything you can think of!<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- Error, Advert is not available at this time due to schedule\/geolocation restrictions! -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Merch_by_Amazon_work_Step-by-Step_Guide\"><\/span>How Does Merch by Amazon work: Step-by-Step Guide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The process is pretty simple. Upon approval of your invitation request, you create your account. Then take the following steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Upload your Original Design<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in creating a branded product is to go to the Dashboard and upload your original design or artwork. There\u2019s a big emphasis on \u201coriginal\u201d because Amazon frowns on copyright, design, and trademark infringement. If you use another person\u2019s protected design, you should obtain their permission first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The artwork should be a transparent PNG file no larger than 25 MB. The size of the artwork should be 15 x 18 inches at 300 dpi (dots per inch) with standard RGB colors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not sure where to start? You will find many <a href=\"https:\/\/merch.amazon.com\/resource\/201849250\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">design tips and guidelines<\/a> on the website that can help you create a high-quality final product. For best results, you can also use their <a href=\"https:\/\/merch.amazon.com\/resource\/Y28FFE5NLRYJG4V\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">design templates<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and GIMP to create your designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\">\n<li><strong>Select the product type and color<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>After uploading your design, choose the type of products that you want the artwork to be printed on. It could be a standard T-shirt, zip hoodie, phone case, tote bag, throw pillow, or any other product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then choose the colors you want the branded merchandise to be produced in. You also have to add a product description that should be rich with relevant keywords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li><strong>Set your List Price<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Pricing is fully controlled by the seller and can be set competitively and profitably.  The platform has a calculator that shows you the estimated royalty you will receive, as you set the price for your branded product.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Royalties are the product\u2019s purchase price minus any applicable taxes and costs. The costs cover the following: materials and production, fulfillment of orders, customer service, handling returns and exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li><strong>Your listing goes up<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon reviews your submitted design to ensure it does not violate its <a href=\"https:\/\/merch.amazon.com\/resource\/201858630\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">content policies<\/a>. Once your design is approved, your product listing is created.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li><strong>Customers order your branded products<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>The moment your listing goes live, your product page becomes visible to millions of customers, and interested buyers can place an order.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"6\">\n<li><strong>Production and Fulfillment<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>When a customer places an order, Amazon prints the design on the T-shirt or other product type. Then Amazon packs the item and ships it to the customer. The company will also handle any relevant refunds, returns, exchanges, and customer service-related.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"7\">\n<li><strong>Royalties<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>For every item sold, you earn a royalty. So, the more branded products sold, the higher your royalties. Your royalties are remitted 30 days after the end of the calendar month when your product was shipped.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By allowing artists to simply upload their artwork without an initial cost of selling, Merch by Amazon becomes a viable selling model for those without a huge capital to work with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as the artwork is uploaded, you need to add the product description, product type, and colors. AMZN will handle the creation of the product page as well as the fulfillment of the orders.\u00a0All you have to do is create more designs and market your products to potential customers. That is how to succeed without churning out a huge initial capital.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_Merch_By_Amazon_Worth_It\"><\/span>Is Merch By Amazon Worth It?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The question \u201chow to succeed in Merch by Amazon\u201d is asked constantly by our readers. But before we answer that, we must first talk about the reasons why you should use Amazon Merch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Below are 5 reasons why using this platform is a no-brainer for creative artists and designers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"No_Physical_Inventory_Needed\"><\/span>No Physical Inventory Needed<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The first and most obvious reason why Merch is a great business model is the lack of physical inventory requirements. Unlike <strong><em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/how-to-sell-on-amazon-fba-for-beginners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">selling on FBA<\/a><\/em><\/strong>, you don\u2019t have to invest a huge startup capital in procuring inventory. You also don&#8217;t have to deal with inventory risks such as overstocking and running out of stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you use Merch by AMZN, your designs are your inventory. You don\u2019t need to stock up on t shirts, mugs, or hoodies. AMZN will be providing all of these for you. All you have to do is create your design and market it to the right audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Earn_From_Royalty_Percentage\"><\/span>Earn From Royalty Percentage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under Merch, you\u2019ll earn a royalty percentage on every product sold using your designs. The royalty percentage is based on a bunch of different factors such as price, materials used, production costs, and fulfillment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fulfillment costs will include picking and packing your products. Shipping your product to the customer is also part of this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The standard percentages of royalties differ from one product to another. It can be anywhere from 15% up to 40% depending on the purchase price and product used. For more information on royalties, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/merch.amazon.com\/resource\/201858580\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Amazon\u2019s Merch Royalty resource page<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/G\/01\/DeveloperBlogs\/AmazonDeveloperBlogs\/legacy\/orca3._CB520510392_.png\" alt=\"merch by amazon cost calculations\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>AMZN Royalty Calculator<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Prime_Shipping\"><\/span>Prime Shipping<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to increase your conversion rates in AMZN is by offering Prime Shipping. And the great news is that Prime Shipping comes by default in Merch by AMZN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Because customers can get their products faster, they will be more enticed to purchase from your store. Offering Prime Shipping is one of the best strategies for how to succeed in Merch by Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"No_Need_To_Own_A_Warehouse\"><\/span>No Need To Own A Warehouse<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the most expensive overheads that sellers need to pay is warehouse rental. Even if you are using Amazon FBA for the fulfillment of orders, you still need to pay for the space occupied by your products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you won\u2019t be housing any physical inventory, there is no need for you to own a warehouse with Merch. All you have to do is upload your designs and wait for someone to make a purchase. That\u2019s all there is to it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reach_More_Customers\"><\/span>Reach More Customers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not a secret that AMZN is one of the biggest online e-commerce websites in the world. According to data by Statista, the AMZN marketplace is estimated to have over 310 million active users as of February 2023. (Source: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/earthweb.com\/how-many-people-use-amazon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Earthweb<\/a><\/strong>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around 65% of the entire US population has browsed the AMZN marketplace at least once per month to purchase products. With the global reach of AMZN, you can sell to someone from the other side of the world. All of this is achieved without even having a single inventory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easy_to_Track_Your_Sales\"><\/span>Easy to Track Your Sales<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Since you can access your Amazon merch dashboard, tracking your income from sales is easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With in-house analysis tools showing insights into what designs work best, you can grow your revenue quickly. You can also plan for different designs that work well in certain seasons, such as Christmas or Thanksgiving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_How_To_Do_Dropshipping_on_AMZN\"><\/span><em>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\/blog\/dropshipping-on-amazon-a-beginners-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">How To Do Dropshipping on AMZN<\/a><\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Sign_Up_on_Merch_By_Amazon\"><\/span>How To Sign Up on Merch By Amazon?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon Merch Products was formerly open to everyone \u2014 all you had to do was create an account. However, due to the high demand, it has become an invitation-only platform.&nbsp; The previous Merch by Amazon Review given by people stated that it is better to restrict the platform to invites-only. That way, the quality of the designs and artists can be maintained at a high level. This will also result in better Amazon merch products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you begin the application process, you should have the following basic information at hand:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business contact information<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal contact information, if you don\u2019t have a business or company set up<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bank account and routing numbers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Security Number (SSN) or other tax identification information<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have all the requirements, you can follow the steps listed below to sign up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/merch.amazon.com\/landing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Merch by Amazon landing page<\/a> and sign click \u201cSign Up\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>On the next page, you will be prompted to enter some information. This includes business contact info, a valid bank account with routing numbers, Social Security number, and other tax identification numbers. Some countries are currently not accepted for registration. To see the full list, <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercentral.amazon.com\/help\/hub\/reference\/200405020\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">check this link<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/gGpexuNsGtBI3ydy_XfTON-r_-cWeW9uV6EgpnhGAHfbLMmwbTeMA-zuCa2btcR7loTGJPSvBddyipBMh1og404EUGc1POk-yYFoD46Ywb73T72W5RKc2E9E6LbiXv_3nFsnHI58\" alt=\"sign up for Merch by Amazon\" width=\"598\" height=\"542\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\">\n<li>Provide a reason why you should be accepted into the platform. You also need to fill up the different requirements such as tax id numbers for non-US citizens.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/QkUhJ3NLBGvSx_LV7wNdjYFGjb8iJkjrxI4PdoohYdtnWnuORNia2U_G_VFZ7oqr0IXrC-zgO1qpWB9qEIaDZ8BcIh0zztM20pTa48MP6_kgl6crYQLGTYF8H0l4ZOBgIzxJmndY\" alt=\"merch by amazon \" width=\"-353\" height=\"-246\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"4\">\n<li>Add your previous selling experience to help speed up the process of your approval. The thing about this program is that they do not accept everyone. They are picky when it comes to applications. So if you have experience selling on other platforms or creative design portfolios, now is the time to tell AMZN about it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh5.googleusercontent.com\/IMHddZNw8CZ65HpP3af60d_WAxpgsy4dvsOTy5hYlWR4ghxJPhXjGfhSuC40anTJ2By3biqDz48U8WfoRLIt30zPr6jePjB3Q0ZR5fajvAKTKMU-q1iPjn5EUVh391ua_aLjQkND\" alt=\"how to merch by amazon\" width=\"-300\" height=\"-149\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"5\">\n<li>Once you submit your request, all you have to do is what. Keep in mind that not everyone will be accepted into the program. It might take days or even weeks to get a prompt reply.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Succeed_in_Merch_By_Amazon_3_Helpful_Tips\"><\/span>How To Succeed in Merch By Amazon: 3 Helpful Tips<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Wondering how to succeed in Merch by Amazon? It involves a lot of other things apart from creating designs and selling. The tips listed below should help increase your chances of succeeding on Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sustain Your Creativity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To succeed in a print-on-demand platform, the first thing that you need to have is sustained creativity. If your creative juice isn\u2019t flowing, you won\u2019t be able to make effective designs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Remember that people could have seen the designs you have before. So try to visit pages such as Reddit and DeviantArt to get inspiration<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Avoid Copyright Infringement<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stepping over the intellectual properties of brands can lead to suspension, or even termination, of your merch account. Make sure that the designs and phrases that you use aren\u2019t copyrighted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And whatever happens, don\u2019t try to steal someone else\u2019s design. AMZN will find out, and it won\u2019t be pretty if they do. You might even get a lawsuit, which is something you don\u2019t want to deal with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Perform A\/B Tests Constantly<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One thing about being a creator is that you often think your decisions are absolute. However, this couldn\u2019t be further from the truth. Some designs look horrible on paper but sell like hotcakes while some designs look so nice but don\u2019t convert as much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To avoid guessing what works and what doesn\u2019t, always A\/B test your designs. It could be as simple as changing the font and font color, adding shadows, or adding outlines. The more you test your designs, the more data you can accumulate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, this data will give you the missing information you need for your new product ideas. Doing consistent A\/B Testing is how to be profitable in Merch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Many_Designs_Can_You_Submit\"><\/span>How Many Designs Can You Submit?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Amazon Merch uses a tier system, so merch sellers who want to increase the number of designs they can sell will have to move up different Amazon tiers. The initial number of designs a content creator can upload is capped at 10. To move up to the next tier, you must first sell at least 10 products using your designs. Tier levels include 10, 25, 100, 500, and so on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you ask &#8220;how to succeed in Merch by Amazon&#8221;, increasing your tier level should be first on your list. One interesting thing to note is that admission to the next tier isn\u2019t based on sales alone. The overall quality of the designs and products sold by the content creator is considered as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_the_Merch_by_Amazon_Tier_Level\"><\/span>What is the Merch by Amazon Tier Level?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This service limits the number of designs content creators can upload and sell. This is known as a tier. The tier levels are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10 &#8211; Tier 1<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>25 &#8211; Tier 2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>100 &#8211; Tier 3<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500 &#8211; Tier 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p> When you first join the platform, you can only upload ten designs. To move to the next tier, you must sell at least 10 products. Similarly, when you\u2019re on Tier 2, you can only upload 25 designs. To move to the next tier, you need to sell at least 25 products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to sales, the quality of products sold is also a crucial factor in moving up the tiers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As you progress up the tiers, you can upload more designs per day and increase the number of designs that are available for sale.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tiered system rewards content creators with quality, high-selling designs and gives customers access to the best products.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- Error, Advert is not available at this time due to schedule\/geolocation restrictions! -->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_To_Submit_A_Product_Design_On_Amazon_Merch\"><\/span>How To Submit A Product Design On Amazon Merch?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The next step on how to succeed in Amazon Merch is to upload your product designs. There are several products that you can use for your designs. It could be shirts, hoodies, dresses, and even mugs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On your Amazon account dashboard, click on Create, and you will get a list of starting products to choose from. AMZN will provide you with the template to help get you started. All you have to do is click \u201cupload your artwork\u201d on your product of choice.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/sJdxodg3-nsWJU0cU6DaQPTDgxw3Ux7wZKnPsDzCUQs2phFMuemN7V9fjjpFZ-O8Q4RnA5jcKzoVdznGPbquUjuGUqwwu0zNn6Ej5idy6OuLh4Jxd_4UEHquI5AtiM4ndGDa6pG3\" alt=\"merch by amazon Example\n\" width=\"621\" height=\"359\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Once you upload your designs, the next step is choosing which products to use the designs on. You can Select or Deselect the products you want. You can also choose the marketplace where you want to sell the products.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/ZgCsiuhRhn5Ef-obSMgrDirmTjTvMpTpQP4CL_-yEXpPMI72bTtsc5FkM6LfKWr8bfalz0a2C17H7HV3I8HmtnxQbzdxAnVUqoEvXT1yjrQ_1HCoD_xZfSiklmJQZ9Isg_ZmFWfL\" alt=\"select products\" width=\"563\" height=\"478\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>In the Designs tab on your dashboard, you can edit different variables about your product. This includes Fit Type, Color, List Price, and more. The estimated royalties you will get per sale are also included here.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/71-FCLS6l3iqk-gDQkAIEHG7n1C9wnnwLz-2lTZ2W6My7yWnZy1Ah9JlBVaC1zfL5PysMkNsCv7eTQuhdmm7k7LYcJ4DxmDFJgI7UiokHPX7oTeffalMa3MivDQBTXZA3H20-uMS\" alt=\"customization on merch by amazon\" width=\"653\" height=\"357\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Finally, you are now ready to sell your product. Amazon will create the product listing associated with your designs. This listing page allows you to market your products by adding links directly to your blog or website.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also promote via e-mail, social media, or any other online platform that can drive organic traffic to your listings. If you have the money, running <strong>AMZN Pay-per-click ads<\/strong> is also a great way to direct traffic to your products.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh6.googleusercontent.com\/qdmDw3sR6wIIEA1biAbTgZttqCWwOjoUHm42zprTK9gsTXxKia_12hU-FuhqfKHqMdiXEY6LViwwYi0viUucy5NR4QXymfjj8kw5106ecAgDwwa-vNv79ZVs3H8B-g5sDPRd_8wk\" alt=\"Merch by amazon product listing example\" width=\"712\" height=\"375\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Merch by Amazon offers a unique way to help artistic designers and creatives make money on the platform. The great thing about it is that no inventory is required and you can start your business with little capital. AMZN will provide all the products to print on demand. They will even fulfill your orders and ship them directly to your customers. All you need to do is upload your designs and market your products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need help marketing your products through optimized listings and automated AMZN Pay-per-click campaigns, Zonbase can help you. With 20+ tools and services that aim to help sellers increase their sales and maximize their profits, Zonbase is a software solution that can show you how to be successful Merch by Amazon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Get a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zonbase.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zonbase free trial<\/a><\/strong> today and see what this amazing software suite can do for your business.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Selling on Amazon is a lucrative business. Almost 37.8% of the online sales generated in the United States as of June 2022 came from Amazon. 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