Sell on bol. with ChannelEngine

Bol is as a leading online marketplace in the Netherlands and Belgium, offering books, gadgets, and more.

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Why is bol. an important marketplace?

bol. is the go-to online marketplace in the Netherlands and Belgium. With a wide range of categories including everything from the latest tech gadgets to cozy home decor, bol. opens doors for sellers to reach a diverse crowd eager to shop online. It's the perfect marketplace to get your products in front of millions of customers.

bol. offers sellers access to a diverse range of categories, allowing for a broad spectrum of products to be listed and sold. Here’s a snapshot for sellers looking to explore the marketplace potential:

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Available in The Netherlands and Belgium

Fulfillment possibilities

8 Million customers

16 Million products

Secondhand sales possible

Payment in 21 days

Commission based payment

Affiliate marketing program available

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Things to keep in mind while selling on bol.

Selling on bol. comes with its own set of specific requirements that sellers should be aware of to ensure a smooth and successful selling experience.

Here are some key bol-specific requirements:

Product Listings

Sellers must provide detailed product descriptions, and high-quality images, and adhere to bol.’s product listing guidelines. This includes accurate categorization and using the correct EAN (European Article Number) for each product.

Shipping and Logistics

Sellers have the option to fulfill orders themselves or use bol.’s logistics service, Logistics via bol. (Lvb). If handling shipping independently, sellers must meet bol.’s shipping standards, including delivery times and packaging requirements.

Customer Service

Sellers are expected to provide high-quality customer service, responding to customer inquiries and resolving any issues promptly. bol. has specific response time requirements to ensure customer satisfaction.

Pricing

bol. works on competitive pricing, including VAT. Sellers must regularly monitor and adjust their pricing to stay competitive within the marketplace. This is where the buy box comes into play - but more on that later.

Performance Metrics

bol. monitors seller performance based on metrics like order cancellation rate, return rate, and customer feedback. Maintaining high performance is crucial for continued success on the platform.

Legal and Tax Compliance

Sellers are responsible for ensuring that their business practices comply with local laws and regulations, including tax obligations. This includes GDPR compliance for handling customer data.

ChannelEngine x bol.

Our comprehensive marketplace guide is your key to fast onboarding on Bol. Discover how to set up an account, understand costs, explore channel features, and gain additional insights.

Check out our bol. integration guide

What does it take to succeed on bol?

Why choose ChannelEngine?

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Scale your business on this marketplace with ChannelEngine

Seamless integration

ChannelEngine simplifies integration with a ready-made connection, eliminating complex custom development.

Centralized multichannel management

Manage your products, inventory, orders, and pricing across multiple channels, including this marketplace, from one central platform.

Product listing optimization

Automate the creation and optimization of product listings for this channel. Meet its listing requirements and present your products in the most compelling way.

Synced inventory

Inventory synchronization is critical to avoid overselling. ChannelEngine automatically updates your inventory levels across all your integrated sales channels.

Automated order processing

Automate the order processing from a central location. ChannelEngine manages the order details and routes them to your system(s) for efficient fulfillment.

Scalability

ChannelEngine is designed to scale your business, allowing you to easily add more products and marketplaces.