Online custom print service

Small online sellers, couples planning weddings, party hosts, craft businesses and community groups across the country.

Per-order sales with margin over print and shipping costs, plus upsells such as design templates, premium stock and rush production.

• Design and template creation
• Online store setup and basic marketing
• Packing and shipping
• Customer support

• Check your state's rules on sales tax collection for online sales and register if required
• Shipping costs and damaged orders can cut profit, so set clear policies
• Customers may upload artwork they do not own, so add terms about copyright and trademarks
• Check local business license and home occupation rules if printing at home
• General liability and product coverage are worth checking

Startup costs are typically estimated at around $500 to $4,000, depending on whether you print in-house or use a trade print partner, and on your store setup. Shipping costs and damaged orders can cut profit, so set clear policies.

Monthly revenue is typically estimated at around $300 to $3,000, depending on your niche, pricing and how well you market your store. The estimates assume at least about 8 hours a week.

Check your state's rules on sales tax collection for online sales and register if required. Add terms covering copyright and trademarks, since customers may upload artwork they do not own. Check local business license and home occupation rules, and look into general liability coverage.