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Online marketplaces can be grouped into two primary categories: horizontal ones, such as Amazon or Alibaba, that offer a wide range of goods from multiple vendors, and vertical ones, such as Airbnb or Etsy, focused on specific products or services. The concept of an online marketplace — connecting customers with various sellers — is surely beneficial for buyers who can pick the best offer, and sellers who increase the exposure of their goods and attract new buyers, but it also can be very profitable for the platform’ s owner.

No need to store your own stock

The marketplace owner needs to monitor content, work on attracting users, make sure the platform runs smoothly and that products meet quality requirements, but they don’ t have to do inventory management, rent warehouses, and hire couriers (unless it is a hybrid marketplace). All of this greatly reduces financial risks and improves business flexibility.

Various monetization models

There are plenty of revenue streams that can be tapped into by a marketplace owner. Just to name a few, there can be a fixed commission on every sold item, subscription fees, various advertising services, premium features for regular buyers, access to advanced analytics, or extensive customization of product cards for sellers. By combining several of these monetization models, a marketplace owner can effectively increase the platform’s revenue and achieve their business goals.