Cdiscount, as the largest local e-commerce platform in France, provides sellers with a broad sales channel. However, for many new sellers, Cdiscount’s fee structure may be a bit complicated. This article will analyze Cdiscount’s fees in depth to give you a better understanding of store opening fees, commissions and other possible fees.
1. Cdiscount store opening fees.
First, let’s understand Cdiscount’s store opening fees. For sellers, the platform monthly fee is an initial cost. Cdiscount’s platform monthly fee is 39.99 euros per month (excluding tax), and this fee is borne by each seller. However, Cdiscount’s monthly fee has the following characteristics:
No need to sign a contract, free termination: No need to sign a long-term contract, you can terminate the contract at any time as needed, which makes the entry barrier low.
No limit on the number of uploaded products in the category: You can upload any number of products without paying extra fees.
Self-set shipping and delivery methods: You can freely set shipping and delivery methods according to your needs.
Support mainstream API/ERP service provider docking: Cdiscount supports docking with mainstream API/ERP service providers to manage stores more effectively.
2. Cdiscount commission fees.
In addition to the monthly fee, Cdiscount will also charge commission fees for products sold on its platform. The commission rate varies according to the category of the product, and the calculation rules of the commission are as follows:
Commission = (product full tax price + shipping cost) * corresponding category commission rate
The minimum commission is set at 1.29 euros before tax. If the commission calculated according to the above rules is lower than 1.29 euros, the actual commission will be calculated as 1.29 euros. For jewelry and watches, the minimum commission is 1.5 euros. The commission for each transaction generated on the Cdiscount marketplace is generally 15%.
It should be noted that Cdiscount’s commission and minimum commission are calculated based on the tax-inclusive price of the product sales including shipping costs, excluding VAT. In addition, the commission is only effective after the transaction is confirmed, and the commission will be refunded if the buyer exercises the unconditional right of return. Sellers need to ensure the accuracy of the product categories they choose, and relevant information can be found in the seller’s backend.
3. Other fees and precautions.
Cdiscount may have additional fees for some specific product categories. For example, Cdiscount may have different fee structures for large household appliances, including washing machines, ovens, refrigerators, etc. Sellers also need to pay attention to the situation where buyers choose to pay in installments, because Cdiscount will charge sellers additional fees based on installment orders.
In short, as the largest local e-commerce platform in France, Cdiscount provides a powerful sales channel, but sellers need to understand its fee structure. Before opening a store, it is very important to make sure you have a clear understanding of Cdiscount’s store opening fees, commission fees, and other possible fees, which will help to better plan and manage your e-commerce business. Whether you are a newcomer to the e-commerce field or an experienced seller, a deep understanding of Cdiscount’s fee rules is one of the keys to successful operations.