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Take our FREE Takealot seller course today here: https://skillspace.co.za/home/course/takealot-seller-course/51 Takealot is the biggest marketplace-selling platform in South Africa. You can register your business on Takealot and start selling, you can follow the steps from our Takealot Seller Course. There are a few fees associated with the Takealot Marketplace.Success feesThese are Takealot's referral fees and cover transactional costs, customer support and all round platform support.They are calculated as a % of the VAT inclusive selling price per item sold. This fee will be credited for returned items.The below table provides an indicative range of success fees per category. Please see the detailed breakdown hereSuccess Fee % on VAT inclusive product selling price excluding shipping *Product Categories12.0% – 15.0%Baby10.0% – 15.0%Beauty14.0% – 14.0%Books4.0% – 12.0%Cameras8.0% – 15.0%Camping & Outdoor10.0% – 18.0%Clothing & Footwear6.0% – 9.0%Computer Components5.0% – 9.0%Computers & Laptops10.0% – 12.0%DIY & Automotive10.0% – 14.0%Electronic Accessories5.5% – 15.0%Games12.0% – 14.0%Garden, Pool & Patio10.0% – 12.0%Health15.0% – 15.0%Homeware8.0% – 10.0%Large Appliances7.0% – 10.0%Liquor15.0% – 15.0%Luggage & Travel7.5%Mobile10.0% – 15.0%Music & DVD8.0% – 12.0%Musical Instruments8.0% – 8.0%Non-Perishable7.0% – 12.0%Office10.0% – 10.0%Office Furniture10.0% – 10.0%Pets10.0% – 12.0%Small Appliances5.0% – 14.0%Smart Home & Connected Living12.0% – 15.0%Sport10.0% – 14.0%Stationery12.0% – 12.0%Toys5.5% – 12.0%TV & AudioFulfilment feesFulfilment Fee per item shipped from a Takealot warehouse (Rands)*WeightSizeLightLess than or equal to 7kgHeavyGreater than 7kg and less than or equal to 25kgHeavy PlusGreater than 25kg and less than 40kgVery HeavyGreater than or equal to 40kg and less than or equal to 70kgStandardProduct Categories: Non-perishables, Household Cleaning & Liquor that are less than OR equal to 35 000 cm3R20R47R100R100StandardProduct Categories: Stationery, Pets, Baby Items, Beauty, Health FMCG & Bathroom Items that are less than OR equal to 35 000 cm3R30R47R100R100StandardProduct Categories: Mobile, Laptops, Small Household Appliances, Small kitchen Appliances, Smart Home & Appliances, TV, Audio, Video, Smart Audio Technology & Smart Energy Solutions that are less than OR equal to 35 000 cm3R55R55R100R100StandardAll other categories that are less than OR equal to 35 000 cm3R42R47R100R100LargeGreater than 35 000 cm3 and less than or equal to 130 000 cm3R55R60R100R110OversizeGreater than 130 000 cm3 and less than or equal to 200 000 cm3R100R120R150R110BulkyGreater than 200 000 cm3 and less than or equal to 545 000 cm3R100R135R150R160Extra BulkyGreater than 545 000 cm3R250R250R300R360Storage fees (May apply)Free storage on fast-moving lines! It's all up to you. Product with a stock cover of 35 days or less receive free storage at our distribution centres. Alternatively, opt to sell on leadtime and only deliver the number of products ordered to avoid being charged.Formula: Stock Cover = ( Total Stock / Sales unit in the last 30 days ) * 30Storage FeesEligible products are charged on the 1st day of the following month i.e. you will be charged for December's storage on 1 JanuaryStorage Fee per item/month (Rands)*Size of packaged product in cm30 - 35 stock days cover35+ stock days cover (Overstocked)Small0 – 60 000 cm3R0R4Standard60 001 – 130 000 cm3R0R12Large130 001 – 200 000 cm3R0R25Extra Large200 001 – 275 000 cm3R0R45Oversize275 001 – 545 000 cm3R0R150Bulky545 001 – 775 000 cm3R0R250Extra Bulky> 775 000 cm3R0R450* All fees are exclusive of VAT
More detailsPublished - Wed, 27-Sep-2023
Created by - Skill Space
Take our FREE Takealot seller course today here: skillspace.co.za/home/course/takealot-seller-course/51Takealot is a famous online selling platform exclusive to South Africa, made for South Africans. While selling on Takealot may seem complicated, it really is not. Skill Space has an excellent course on the topic if you are interested. However, if you already know how to do so, but are confused about what to sell on Takealot in South Africa, this article is for you. Here are some good item suggestions to sell online on Takealot in South Africa.Takealot - South Africa's Largest Online MarketplaceLet's familiarise ourselves with Takealot, especially if you are a South African but have never heard of them. Though that would be very very rare.So what is Takealot? Takealot is an online selling platform made for South Africa by South Africa. No matter the size of the business, Takealot allows you to post products for selling, however, restricted within certain guidelines. Furthermore, it also streamlines the delivery process with the Takealot DC system.Utilising Takealot services will incur fees, as with any other selling platform. Adjusting your prices according to the fees and your revenue projections is the way to go. If these prices and fees seem reasonable to you, or profitable for your business, then Takealot is certainly for you.What can I sell online on Takealot?There is no one jack-of-all-trades sort of answer to this question. When it comes to online shopping, there are certain trends that make certain items popular; which means that items would get sold rapidly. However, an item that is not currently trending may have fewer buyers in the market.There are certain items you may be able to sell without having to worry about these "trends". In this article, we will cover such categories only. Let's take a look.a. Laptops, Smartphones, TabletsWith our ever-growing digital world, the demand for Laptops, Smartphones, and Tablets will never cease to exist. In South Africa, almost everyone has at least one laptop or a smartphone. The versatility of these products makes them an everyday item. Thus, this makes them excellent products to be sold on Takealot in South Africa.Search volume for laptops and smartphones is amongst the highest in South Africa. Tablets may not perform as well, yet they are a popular search.b. Baby Products, Baby ClothingSearch demands for baby products or baby clothing are also at an all-time high in South Africa. These are essentials almost every family in South Africa with a baby is looking for. Hence, selling these products can generate sustainable revenue for your business.Baby Products such as baby toys, nutrition, powders, accessories, and other baby products. Baby clothing would include diapers, onesies, and so on. Make sure your products are of high quality and are okay for babies. As long as your products are good for babies, you should be able to make a fair deal of sales with baby products in South Africa on Takealot.c. ApparelShopping for clothes is a common phenomenon, regardless of trends. While trendy fashion styles do experience a higher volume of sales, apparel generally does generate sustainable revenue. Selling clothes of high-quality materials at discounted prices is one way to boost apparel sales in South Africa.More adventurous shops would consider importing fashion statements that may not be available in South Africa. These are always a hit or miss. However, when hit, they become a trend and thus this would boost your sales in South Africa on Takealot.d. Kitchen AppliancesWhile kitchen appliances are made to last long, they consistently generate revenue as people in South Africa would often look for a replacement. Compared to apparel or electronic devices, kitchen appliances generate less search volume and only by a specific demographic, such as married couples, elderly women, and so on.Selling high-quality, branded kitchen appliances is one way to generate consistent revenue. People have shown to trust popular brands. It is best to search for these popular brands before you start selling these appliances. If you can procure branded appliances, then you will be able to make a good sale. The key here is to build trust with your customers with these products.ConclusionSo, what can you sell on Takealot in South Africa? Literally anything, as long as it is within the guidelines of Takealot. However, some products perform better than others. And there you have it. These are the four product categories that perform well in terms of sales in South Africa.If you are looking to sell your products on Takealot in South Africa but don't know how to, Skill Space has an excellent course for you. Feel free to take a look or connect with us via the message tab on Skill Space for more information.
More detailsPublished - Fri, 29-Sep-2023
Created by - Skill Space
Starting an online retail business is not exactly simple, but it can be rewarding if done right. To plan a retail business idea, you need to understand popular niches—the market demand, the audience size, and their region. In this article, let's talk about the most popular niches in South Africa to sell on Takealot.The E-Commerce and Takealot in South AfricaIf you are an avid online shopper, there's a 99% chance you use Takealot. The giant is unavoidable when it comes to online shopping. There's a huge variety of products. If you want something, chances are it is available on Takealot.Despite having to deal with a plethora of fees, Takealot has remained a popular e-commerce website for its innovative, easy-to-use web design. Listing your business on Takealot is rather easy. Sellers generally find success on Takealot, thanks to the vast consumer base and strict product guidelines. This means you get what you see!Oh, by the way, did you know that Amazon has finally launched in South Africa? It will be most certainly interesting to see how Amazon would fare amidst the shadow of Takealot.The Most Popular Niches in South Africa to Sell on TakealotTakealot could be the right platform for businesses of all sizes, given you have the right product to sell. But what is the right product? Understanding the popular key products in 2024 may help you understand what to sell on Takealot. Or if you are an established business, then is Takealot the right platform for you to sell products on?According to a Survey on Statista, consumers in South Africa have searched for the following products the most in March 2024.Clothing,Shoes,Food and Beverages (excluding restaurant delivery),Cosmetics and Body Care,Accessories,Drugs and Health Products,Electronics (Computers, Smartphones, TVs),Books, Movies, Music, and Games (excluding downloads),Household Appliances,Bags and Luggage,Furniture and Household Goods,Stationery and Hobby Supplies,Toys and Baby Products,Sports and Outdoor Products,Pet Products, andDIY and Gardening Products.And then there was a small percentage that did not buy anything online during the survey period. And a small percentage of people answered 'Other'.While not all of these are e-commerce key terms, this gives us a clear insight into what South Africans are searching for or buying these days. Let's understand these popular niches.ClothingSouth Africa has racial diversity, and with diversity comes different cultures and forms of representation. One part of representation is fashion/clothing. If you are a daring apparel business with a different perspective on fashion, or a well-established traditional apparel business, Takealot will do wonders for your business!ShoesYet another part of a fashion statement, shoes are objectively a popular choice in South Africa over other types of footwares. From exercises to serious business meetings, shoes have a place on every occasion. Shoes have been popular in South Africa by Bathu, Drip, Mpahla, and many other beloved brands. Your brand could be the next one and Takealot can help you gain a solid customer base with the right product images, descriptions, and prices.Cosmetics and Body CareThey say that beauty is in the 'inside'! That does not stop us from looking beautiful outside now, does it? Cosmetics and Body Care products are particularly in demand in South Africa. The demand may further increase especially for body care products due to increasing pollution and its adverse effects.AccessoriesAccessories help us define our personality via uniquely adorned fashion statements. They have been an ingrained part of the South African culture. From a mere fashion statement to an object of affection and memory, accessories define our lives and tell our stories. If you are a business that focuses on creating meaningful experiences via accessories, Takealot may help you grow your business quickly.ElectronicsElectronics are and will always be in demand in South Africa. Whether it is phones, tablets, TVs, computers and other electronic appliances. If your business sells any sort of popular electronics, it will definitely benefit from a Takealot listing. This also includes electronic household appliances. On Takealot, you will be able to sort these into appropriate categories.Baby ProductsWhile the South African birth rate is declining, the last decade has experienced a steadily neutral trend. That also translates to the demand for Baby Products not going down anytime soon. High-quality and soothing baby products will always remain in demand. If you are a business dealing with any sort of baby products, you will benefit from Takealot.Pet ProductsWhile pet products might not be a publicly realized niche, South Africa has a considerable amount of pet owners. That means there is a demand for various, different kinds of fun pet toys, pet food, and other pet accessories and necessities. Takealot is a great place to sell products that will entice these pet owners.Final WordsAnd that's about it. These are some of the most popular niches in South Africa and Takealot is a great platform to expand your business in these niches.While Takealot may be a great place to sell your products, the fees can quickly crawl their way into your profit. But fret not, Skill Space has formulated a course to help you understand the Takealot platform and become a Takealot seller.For a limited time, the course is COMPLETELY FREE. Hurry up and benefit from a free course developed by an experienced Takealot seller here: Takealot Seller Course - How to sell on Takealot.If you have any queries, feel free to connect with us today!
More detailsPublished - Thu, 06-Jun-2024
Created by - Skill Space
Takealot in South Africa has been a radical game-changer for many small and medium businesses. With access to over 3m consumers in South Africa, naturally, you would want to sell on Takealot. However, what if you are just an individual with no registered business? Would you be able to sell on Takealot still? Let's discuss whether you need a registered business to sell on Takealot in South Africa.Do I need to have a Registered Business to Sell on Takealot?The short answer is: No. You do not necessarily need to register a business to sell on Takealot.If you know about the Sole Proprietorship businesses, the answer is clear. But for your reference, Sole Proprietorship refers to a business having a sole owner, whose personal assets are not separated from the business. Meaning, the business is not a separate legal entity and you may stand to lose all your assets (personal savings, properties) if you go bankrupt.As a Sole Proprietorship Business does not have to register with CIPC (Companies and Intellectual Property Commission). That technically makes your business an unregistered one. However, you can use these business details to start selling on Takealot.How to Apply as a Seller on Takealot?To sell on Takealot, log into your Takealot account. Once you do, glance at the webpage's top section. There, you will see the option 'Sell on Takealot'.Then, you will have to fill out the form where you have to provide your personal and business information. In the business section, you should input your Sole Proprietorship information.Once you complete the form, you should receive an email from Takealot. This is for the business verification. Takealot will ask for your business website or a product catalogue—the products you want to sell on Takealot. You only have to provide one of the options they ask for.Once accepted, we will now get into the second phase of registration. Here, Takealot will ask for more information regarding your business and the products. Once you complete the form with the necessary details, you can click on 'Apply to Sell'.We have a practical video about How to Sell on Takealot. Take a look!Final WordsYou do not need a registered business to sell on Takealot. Your Sole Proprietorship business details are valid to apply as a seller on Takealot.Selling on Takealot can be beneficial for your business. With over 3 million Takealot shoppers in South Africa, you get to tap into potential customers right off the bat and grow your business.We have a full-fledged course on How to become a Seller on Takealot. For a limited time, it is completely free of cost. Do not miss out on the opportunity if you want to grow your business on Takealot!If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us.
More detailsPublished - Tue, 11-Jun-2024
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Takealot isn't the only online shopping platform in South Africa, but it is indeed the biggest one. However, small businesses in South Africa may feel anxious to wet their feet with Takealot as there are a lot of fees involved. However, Takealot has a few great alternatives. In this article, let's explore five alternatives to Takealot to start selling online in South Africa.Top Five Alternatives to Takealot in South AfricaFacebook MarketplaceFacebook Marketplace is a great platform for peer-to-peer sellers. Small businesses dealing with handmade products such as food items, pickles, handicrafts, and accessories can benefit from the Facebook marketplace.According to a survey on Statista, South Africa expects about 36 million Facebook users by 2026. Another survey from Napoleon Cat in April 2024 concludes that there were 31,774,300 Facebook users in April 2024. With these statistics, Facebook Marketplace opens a new potential to reach new customers online.Alternatively, you can launch a Facebook Page of your business and start selling your products via the page itself. Once you create a Facebook business page, you can add a shop section for displaying products. Then choose the checkout method. To add products, choose a product catalogue, then shipping and returns. Submit your shop and finish the setup.Let's talk about this extensively in the next article. Note that the Facebook Marketplace has no features like payment collection or delivery options. So you have to rely on courier services, bank transfers, and the trust between you and your customers.GumtreeGumtree, the most popular Classified Ads website in South Africa, experiences about 3.8 million unique monthly visits. At the time of writing this article, there are 659,495 live ads right now. Small businesses mentioned in the Facebook Marketplace section can also benefit from Gumtree.On Gumtree, you can push your classified ads for free. If you manage a horde of ads on Gumtree, they also have premium packages to streamline your advertising experience on the platform.With premium packages, you can promote your stuff over other ads, bump your ad to the top section of the page, and get more views and sales. This is a great platform for online sellers to wet their feet in the competition.Also, there is no seller protection by Gumtree. However, they expect you to follow certain online safety rules when dealing on their platform.Bob ShopBob Shop, formerly bidorbuy, is an online marketplace in South Africa where you can auction your products. There's also an alternative option to sell your products directly at a fixed price. Product listing on the platform is for free. However, there is a success fee on the products you sell. The success fee ranges between 2.5% to 10% depending on your product category.On the other hand, you can also open a Bob Shop exclusive storefront to strengthen your brand image on the platform. However, this will attract a monthly cost of R500 and beyond, depending on your options.Thanks to its auction model, certain items on Bob Shop can certainly fetch higher profits. There are numerous ways to pay on Bob Shop, which is a plus for small businesses.MakroMakro is another online e-commerce platform similar to Takealot in South Africa. According to SimilarWeb, the website had 4.7m visits in May 2024. There are certain benefits to using Makro over Takealot, the prime one being not having to deal with a plethora of monthly fees.While Makro does not have a warehouse storage system, they also take care of order fulfilment for you. Overall, Makro is a great alternative to Takealot for lower-budget options.LootLoot is yet another popular online e-commerce platform in South Africa. Similar to Takealot. Loot features two distinct charges on your selling price and fulfilment fee, based on the product's size and weight. Loot also offers warehouse storage which incurs an additional fee for any overstocked items. However, storage is free for fast-moving items.All the payments done to you via Loot will be added to your Loot Seller Portal. This balance gets transferred to your bank twice a month. In nature, Loot is similar to Takealot, however the fees lean on the lower side. It is a smaller marketplace compared to Takealot but could be a great start for small businesses with limited options.Final WordsThese are the top five alternatives to Takealot in South Africa. If you have budget issues, Takealot can be taxing to keep up with. These alternatives can help you manage your budget as you grow your brand.On the other hand, if you are looking to become a Takealot Seller in South Africa, Skill Space has an in-depth course to offer. For a limited time, the course is free and yours to keep! For any questions, feel free to contact us.
More detailsPublished - Wed, 26-Jun-2024
Created by - Skill Space
Yes, it is worth selling on Takealot in South Africa. However, there's a catch. It may or may not be suitable for your business, thanks to certain factors that may make you take a step back from considering the platform. What are these factors? What makes Takealot a high-risk high-reward platform in South Africa? Let's find out if Takealot is a platform worth selling on in South Africa.Takealot - The Biggest E-Commerce Platform in South AfricaTakealot is the biggest e-commerce presence in South Africa and has a strong foothold in the market. It is so strong that even Amazon, a global e-commerce giant is struggling to compete with Takealot. This is despite the fact Amazon has lower product prices and dirt-cheap onboarding merchant fees at merely R1 (yearly). We are not going to see Takealot being dominated by any other e-commerce platform in South Africa for a while, that's for sure.Takealot is a South Africa-exclusive e-commerce platform. This translates into Takealot having a better understanding of the market and the wants and needs of the customers. According to Semrush, Takealot had around 21 million visits in May 2024 alone.Of course, being on the number one platform in South Africa means the competition will be extremely gruesome. This brings us to our next topic: Takealot seller fees that may turn you away from considering Takealot to make sales in South Africa.High Seller Fees on Takealot - A Dilemma for Sellers in South AfricaAs the name suggests, Takealot 'takes a lot' of fees from you as a seller. The LOLs aside, this may be understandable.Takealot is a brand of trust and quality in South Africa. Whatever comes out of Takealot, South Africans expect it to be of high quality and also expect good customer service if something goes awry. To maintain the quality, Takealot wants its sellers to put skin in the game. The higher investment costs mean subconsciously sellers will also be critical of the product quality and packaging as they would not want to waste their investment.However, while that is true, this creates a dilemma for sellers with a weaker budget. If you do not have backup finances to recover from losses, Takealot may not be a solid option for you. It may turn out to be a gamble for you; you may find success and recover better if you manage to attract the right customers to your products, or you may find yourself at a loss if the business does not work out on Takealot. And not to mention, Takealot seller fees can make this worse for you.We have extensively talked about the Takealot Seller Fees in our Takealot Seller Course. It is free for a limited time, so feel free to take a look. (If it is paid, then you were late to the offer, we're sorry!)We also have an article about the Takealot Seller Fees in South Africa. Make sure to give it a read.So, is it Worth Selling on Takealot in South Africa?Absolutely! You have a product that may fare well on Takealot; or you may have an extensive budget and looking to expand your business in South Africa. In such cases, Takealot is your next step in the game. You can rest assured that your business will grow with Takealot and generate profit despite all the fees eating into your profit margin. Also, the fact that Takealot does care and helps you grow your business with its infrastructure. Let's talk about some pros of selling on Takealot.Extensive customer baseAs Takealot is the #1 platform in South Africa, the platform boasts an extensive customer base. If you are a small business that is doing well locally and looking forward to expanding your reach, Takealot can provide a solid foundation for your growth. With visitors from all over South Africa, Takealot provides you with an extensive reach with different potentials.Logistics InfrastructureTakealot boasts an extensive infrastructure of logistics and seller support. Retail businesses or even dropship businesses can benefit from Takealot in South Africa if you are looking forward to expanding your reach and exploring new corners of the country. As a seller, you get access to Takealot's logistics and other tools to streamline the selling process. Takealot can help you with stock storage, order fulfilment, customer service, and much more.TransparencyTakealot is a transparent platform. All the prices are displayed without any hidden fees. When you take a look at a product on Takealot, you may see different product prices for that one product. The competitive prices are never hidden on Takealot. Of course, on the display, however, will be the cheapest price of the product.In terms of Seller Fees, Takealot maintains complete transparency. You may see some reviews stating how they faced unexpected fees from Takealot. However, that is not the case. We highly advise you to thoroughly understand and keep track of the Seller Fees to avoid unexpected expenses. If you do not understand nor agree with the fee structure, please consider avoiding Takealot.Summing up, Takealot can be a great platform for you if you are an already established business looking for a nationwide outreach. On the other hand, if you are just a startup, we strongly advise you to gain a foothold in your local markets before playing the big game.ConclusionTakealot is a great platform if you are an established business. Of course, several other factors may help you consider Takealot. These factors are profit margins, the type of products, and understanding and managing the fees. We must note that Takealot does not have any hidden fees. Again, we have explained extensively about Takealot Fees in our Takealot Seller Course.If you have any questions regarding the Takealot Seller Course, feel free to reach out to us.
More detailsPublished - Fri, 12-Jul-2024
Created by - Saket Patil
So, you have decided to stop selling on Takealot? Well, if you are not selling on Takealot, you must deactivate your account before you move on. Why? Because Takealot Seller Fees will continue to accumulate whether you sell via the portal or not. So, how do you cancel your Takealot Seller Account in South Africa? Let's find out with this article.How do I Cancel my Takealot Seller Account in South Africa?If you are planning to deactivate your Takealot Seller account, you can literally do it in 3 simple clicks. Please note that we are discussing deactivating a Takealot 'Seller' account. If you are deactivating/deleting a Takealot Customer account, scroll down to Deleting your Takealot Customer Account in South Africa.There are two ways to handle the cancellation of your Takealot Seller account. Deactivating the account or completely deleting the account and wiping associated data with it. Let's talk about them one by one.How to Deactivate Your Takealot Seller Account?Being a Takealot Seller can be a difficult experience. For any reason, you might want to consider taking a temporary break from Takealot. In that case, you may just want to deactivate your seller account temporarily.Deactivating a seller account means you can always resume selling on Takealot whenever you want. During your deactivation, Takealot will not charge you a monthly fee.To do so,log in to your Takealot Seller Account.Then, click on your profile icon in the top right corner.Select 'Account'. This should open the Account Overview window.Click on 'Stop Selling on Takealot'.And that's it. You have successfully deactivated your account.If you want to start selling on Takealot again, simply follow the steps above. If your account is deactivated, you will see a 'Start Selling on Takealot' button instead of 'Stop Selling on Takealot'. Simply click on it and your account will be reactivated and you can resume selling.How to Cancel Your Takealot Seller Account?Cancelling your seller account is just a step further after you deactivate it.Once you click on 'Stop Selling on Takealot', Takealot will contact you to ask if you wish to cancel your Takealot account. If yes, Takealot will communicate with you and help you deactivate your Takealot Seller Account in South Africa. Follow the instructions accordingly. You will not be charged any subscription fee during your deletion.Deleting your Takealot Customer Account in South AfricaEarlier, we mentioned that we are mainly focusing on deleting a Takealot Seller Account in South Africa. Now, let's talk about deleting your Takealot Customer Account in South Africa.If you no longer use Takealot for any purchases, it is best to delete your Takealot Customer Account and all the associated data. Let's see how.Navigate to the Delete My Account page.If you have not logged in to your account already, Takealot will prompt you to log in.Login to the account you wish to delete.Carefully review all the information and then click on the 'Submit Deletion Request' button.You will receive a confirmation email. Simply click on the link in your email and that's it!You have successfully deleted your Takealot Customer Account and its associated data.Final ThoughtsAnd that is how you deactivate or cancel your Takealot Seller Account in South Africa. This information is usually reserved for Takealot Sellers alone. The cancellation process happens via email communications. But now you know how or where you can initiate it.Becoming a Takealot Seller can be a very rewarding experience for well-established businesses. Despite having plenty of subscription fees, Takealot can be a great source of revenue if you know where to invest and what products are selling. However, Takealot may seem overwhelming for starters. But fret not, Skill Space has a Takealot Seller Course that covers all the aspects of Takealot. It is also FREE for a limited time! So hurry up before the offer fades away.If you have any further questions about Takealot, feel free to reach out to us.
More detailsPublished - Wed, 24-Jul-2024
Created by - Saket Patil
Understanding how your sales are performing on Takealot is important for understanding your business's growth. Fortunately, this information is readily available with 100% transparency on Takealot. In this quick article, let's understand how to access and view sales information via the Takealot Seller Portal in South Africa.View your Sales on Takealot in South AfricaTo access sales information on your Takealot shop, you need to log into your Takealot Seller Portal account. From there, select the Sales tab from the left-hand side menu and select 'View Sales'.This should open the window that looks something like this.This window lists all your business sales in detail with full transparency on Takealot Seller Fees. Let's understand how you can read and sort data in this window for a better understanding of the sales data.Understanding the View Sales WindowThe Takealot View Sales window sorts the information into the following categories: Order Date, Sale Status, Order ID, Product Title, SKU, TSIN, Quantity, Distribution Center Location, Gross Sales, Total Fees including VAT, Net Sales, and Shipment Details.These categories help you understand the data better. Some of the categories also have special filters which help you sort out the information or search for specific information.For example, under the Order Date, you can set a date range to filter out older sales. Or if you want to find specific products, you can search for keywords in the search bar under the 'Product Title' section.For a full practical demonstration, we highly recommend watching this video. Shipment details are not showing up for some products...The reason for this is that the products have not been delivered yet to your customers. However, if you only see the shipment details missing but the total fees present, then that means you sold an in-stock item. Shipment details along with the total fees only show up when you fulfil an order via the Leadtime Order method.Total Fees details are not showing up...If the Total Fees details are not showing up for any product, that means the product has not been delivered yet; the order has not been fulfilled. Wait for the order fulfilment process to be done and then check back here after some time.Exporting Sales DataYou can also export your sales data via the 'Export Sales Details' button on the top left corner of this window.ConclusionAnd this is how you view the sales on Takealot and understand the data. For a practical demonstration, watch the video above. We have simplified the View Sales window in our video with practical demonstrations.Meanwhile, did you know that our Takealot Seller Course is free for a limited time? It's true. Register an account with us, head over to our Takealot Seller Course, and join today! For any queries or assistance, please feel free to connect with us.
More detailsPublished - Fri, 30-Aug-2024
Created by - Saket Patil
Being an online retailer on Takealot is not always going to be a smooth ride. Sometimes, your customers may return their orders for several reasons, and that's okay. However, what's not okay is not understanding why they did so. Because it does not give you room for improvement. In this article, let's see how you can view returns on the Takealot Seller Portal in South Africa.View Returns on Takealot in South AfricaIf you are a Takealot Seller, then you can view all returns on the Takealot Seller Portal in South Africa. The returns window provides detailed insights on the product details, why the product was returned, and whether or not you can resell it.Let's understand how you can view returns on Takealot in South Africa.Log into your Takealot Seller Account.Then, from the left-hand menu, click on 'Sales' and select 'View Returns'.This will open the 'View Sales' window that displays all the sales within a defined date range and other parameters.You may not be able to manipulate data in this panel, but you can view specific information via keywords, IDs, and date ranges.What information does the View Returns window show?To understand what's going on in the View Returns section, you should understand all the sections/classifications. If you are a seasoned seller, understanding this will be easy as pie for you.We have explained View Returns in Takealot in our video right here. We highly recommend giving it a watch.The section includes the Return Date, RRN, Order ID, Product Title, SKU, TSIN, Return Reason, Quantity, Distribution Centre location, and Evaluation Outcome.The section will look something like this.If you observe the image above, you can see that certain sections have either a search bar or a filter. For example, you can search for a specific returned product with keywords, RRN code, SKU, or TSIN.You may also filter the list according to the reasons for returning the product, Takealot DC information, or evaluation outcome.The evaluation outcome is Takealot deciding whether the product is still sellable. If it is in a sellable condition, the product will be sold as an in-stock item in the future. If it's not, then a removal order will be declared for the returned product.Under the RRN code of each returned product, you will find the 'View Details' button. You can click this button to view all the details of your product, along with the return reasons and submit a dispute against the return (whenever applicable).How do I file a dispute on returned products in Takealot in South Africa?So, you wish to file a dispute against the reasons because you feel it was returned for the wrong reasons. Then it's time to file a dispute.Here's how you can do that.As you already know, you can see the complete information about a returned product from the link under the RRN code.Under Dispute Ticket ID, click on the Log a Ticket link.This should take you to a Google Form. Fill out all the relevant information accurately and submit your ticket.After submitting your ticket, you will receive an ID on your query, which you should save for tracking purposes.You can save that ID by going back to the View Returns page and pasting the Dispute Ticket ID in the block under the full details of the product.Please note that only certain return reasons allow you to file a dispute. Furthermore, you can only file a dispute on a return within 30 days after the collection of the returned item.Alternatively, you may also consider contacting Takealot via their support centre. Make sure you keep your dispute ticket ID at hand.ConclusionAnd that's all about the View Returns window on Takealot in South Africa. It allows you to see all the returns and file any disputes, thus giving you a fair ground in the retail trade.We have a full-fledged Takealot Seller Course that is FREE for a limited time. Head over to the link and take advantage of the offer today!For any queries, feel free to connect with us today.
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