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Current ad platforms are often fraught with issues related to account bans and restrictions which can significantly hinder marketing efforts for dropshippers. New users frequently find themselves banned without clear reasons, leading to wasted advertising budget and frustration. A dedicated SaaS would provide promotional account management features that give insights and alerts on potential issues.

Reasoning

The precarious nature of ad accounts used for dropshipping requires a specialized tool that can help manage and optimize these accounts to prevent bans and ensure continuous visibility.

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I just created a new Facebook Business manager account and there I am unable to create pages. Is it because my account is new or is there any solution for this?
high Impact
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r/dropshipping

Tax calculation complexities arise when shipping products across borders, particularly in light of new tariffs and compliance requirements. Dropshippers report confusion regarding who is responsible for paying certain fees when fulfilling orders, which can lead to unexpected costs and customer dissatisfaction.

Reasoning

Calculating taxes and tariffs requires real-time data feeds and compliance tools which currently do not exist in a unified format for dropshippers. A software solution can alleviate this by automating tax calculations based on user location and product origin.

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I’m trying to better understand the additional cost of tariffs and surtax when shipping from the US to Canada.
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medium Frequency
r/dropshipping

As dropshippers engage in custom branding and product variations, there is often confusion about the logistics of applying these customizations while maintaining efficiency and avoiding inventory pitfalls. Many users express a need for a tool that streamlines the customization process while ensuring inventory levels are managed correctly.

Reasoning

Handling customizations effectively requires an integrated approach to both product listing and inventory management—features that are typically not combined in existing dropshipping apps.

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I heard that you can print your own brand on a product listed on CJdropshipping. Has anyone tried this before?
high Impact
medium Frequency
r/dropshipping

Dropshippers often face issues with product restrictions on platforms like AutoDs when trying to list certain items that customer service claims are fine to sell. Users report frustration about restrictions that seem arbitrary or poorly communicated, leading to wasted time and effort on product listings that cannot be activated.

Reasoning

This type of restriction management requires a dedicated platform that can provide real-time insights on product eligibility across different marketplaces, potentially avoiding wasted effort and delayed listings.

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AutoDs has been ok for my eBay store, but I’m trying to add certain products and they claim the products are restricted.
medium Impact
medium Frequency
r/dropshipping

Many dropshippers struggle to find reliable suppliers, particularly those who can fulfill orders quickly and meet quality expectations. This challenge is compounded by the fact that existing platforms do not always provide real-time tracking updates or supplier reliability metrics, leaving sellers in the dark about their suppliers' performance. A dedicated tool that aggregates supplier reviews, delivery times, and inventory levels would significantly ease this process for dropshippers.

Reasoning

The reliability of suppliers is crucial in maintaining customer satisfaction and business reputation. Without a proper system to vet and monitor suppliers, dropshippers risk fulfillment issues that can lead to lost sales and damage to their brand.

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I'm looking for reliable suppliers that ship within India. I want to know which ones are good for dropshipping.
high Impact
high Frequency
r/dropshipping

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