Unlock a World of Opportunities as a Tingsea Vendor!
Why Tingsea?
As the Small Business Development Centre, we recognize the importance of adapting to the digital landscape to ensure the sustainability and growth of small businesses. Tingsea presents an incredible opportunity for MSMEs to thrive in the competitive e-commerce space, and we are dedicated to supporting all small business owners in this journey.
DIRECT ACCESS TO REVENUE
Receive funds in your Bahamian BSD bank account, eliminating foreign transfer fees and ensuring full access to your eCommerce revenue.
EXPANDED MARKET REACH
Connect with customers locally and globally through the platform, expanding your reach to buyers you may not have met otherwise.
DEDICATED SUPPORT & HELP CENTER
Access support agents who are knowledgeable about the platform and ready to assist with every step of the setup and operation.
STREAMLINED BACK OFFICE OPERATIONS
Manage inventory, track sales, and optimize fulfillment—all from one platform to improve efficiency and customer service.
You will also be able to get reports and analytics like Sales by Month and Sales Over Time.
BRAND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
Get access to industry-leading branding professionals to enhance the look and feel of your business.
CUSTOMER INSIGHTS
Gain valuable insights into your customers' demographics, preferences, and purchasing habits, allowing you to tailor marketing efforts.
Our Unique Features
Integrated payments methods
Each site includes the option to integrate a Plug N Play payment gateway for easy credit card transactions, with deposits going directly to your business bank account.
customer management tools
Build detailed customer profiles with data on purchase history, email contacts, and preferences, helping you target your ideal audience.
Advanced marketing tools and promotions
Boost engagement with promotions, discounts, e-blasts, and built-in SEO tools to reach new and returning customers effectively. SBDC will also execute local and international marketing strategies on your behalf.
Additional site advertisements
For additional reach and visibility, there will be ads strategically placed on the site that vendors can purchase.
How We Compare
Look at our comparison table and see the what you get with us compared to the international e-commerce services
How to Sign Up?
Provide Company Information & Documents
Fill out the required fields with your company's information, including the company name, address, contact details, and a brief description of your offerings along with your business license & TCC.
Create Your Product Catalog
Enter details about the products or services you wish to sell. Include product names, descriptions, categories, pricing, and high-quality images to showcase your offerings effectively.
Set Shipping & Payment Information
Specify your shipping and payment policies, such as available shipping methods, islands/countries you ship to, estimated delivery times, and any shipping fees or restrictions.
Access Vendor Sign-Up Page
Provide your payment terms, and necessary financial information required for transactions, ensuring a smooth payment process. Note that you must have a business bank account to receive payments. See "How to Sell" for more details.
Write, Review and Agree to Policies
Carefully read and agree to our platform's terms, policies, and guidelines for selling. This includes understanding and agreeing to return policies, compliance with selling standards, and any specific terms for using our platform. You will also be required to create your own policies for your store, we will provide templates.
Confirmation and Support
Once your application is submitted, you'll receive confirmation and further instructions via email. If you have any questions or need assistance during the process, our support team is available to help.
Tingsea, powered by the SBDC, is an e-commerce platform designed to showcase Bahamian vendors and their unique products and services
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