When a customer gives me an order on Shopify, will I pay from Shopify to the wholesaler or pay from my pocket?

 

When you receive an order on Shopify, the payment from the customer goes to you, not directly to the wholesaler. Here are the general steps involved:

1. Customer Places an Order:

   • A customer visits your Shopify store, selects a product, and completes the purchase.
   • The payment is processed through the payment gateway you've set up (e.g., Shopify Payments, PayPal, etc.).

2. You Receive the Payment:

   • The payment is deposited into your bank account or payment processor account, minus any transaction fees.

3. You Place an Order with the Wholesaler:

   • You then place an order with your wholesaler or supplier to fulfill the customer's order.
   • You pay the wholesaler using your funds, which can come from the payment you received from the customer or your own pocket if necessary.

4. Wholesaler Ships the Product:

   • The wholesaler ships the product directly to your customer, or they send it to you for you to ship to the customer, depending on your arrangement.

To summarize, you are responsible for paying the wholesaler. You can use the money received from the customer to pay the wholesaler, but the payment process is managed by you and not directly by Shopify.