Hidden Costs Lurking in Your Ecommerce Profits
Ecommerce promises global reach and low overhead, drawing many sellers to platforms like Amazon and Shopify. In practice, however, unexpected fees can quietly eat away at your margins. As one expert notes, what starts as a “profitable dream” often comes with “unexpected costs that leech profit margins”. Savvy sellers recognize that platform fees, processing charges, returns, and other hidden expenses must be managed carefully. Below, we’ll explore six common hidden costs in ecommerce and how to keep your profits healthy.