Marketplace Platforms That Connect Buyers and Sellers

Seller onboarding, payment splitting, search, and reviews — a two-sided marketplace built for your niche.

Use Case: Marketplace Platform

Problem

Launching a marketplace on Shopify or Etsy means competing with millions of sellers, paying high transaction fees, and having no control over the buyer-seller experience. Generic marketplace scripts lack the reliability and customization needed to build trust.

Solution

A custom marketplace gives you seller onboarding, listing management, search and discovery, secure payment splitting, reviews, and dispute resolution — tailored to your market vertical.

Key Features

  • Seller Onboarding & Dashboards: Guided seller registration with identity verification, listing tools, order management, and payout dashboards.
  • Smart Search & Discovery: Faceted search with filters, categories, location-based results, and AI-powered product recommendations.
  • Escrow Payments & Splitting: Secure payment holding with automatic commission deduction and seller payouts via Stripe Connect or similar platforms.

Estimated Scope

Hours: 500–800 | Cost: $1,000–$4,000 | Timeline: 10–16 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you handle payments between buyers and sellers?
We use Stripe Connect for marketplace payments with automatic commission splitting, delayed payouts, and refund handling.
Can sellers manage their own inventory and pricing?
Yes. Each seller gets a dashboard to manage listings, set prices, track orders, and view sales analytics.
How do you prevent fraud on the platform?
We implement seller verification, payment escrow, review authenticity checks, and automated flagging of suspicious activity.