How to Avoid the Digitization Fee on Printful

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Want to skip the $6.50 digitization fee on Printful?

Here’s the fastest answer: reuse your embroidery files across products with the same size and placement, or use Printful’s built-in text and clipart tools — those don’t trigger the fee at all.

Now, if you’re selling embroidered products like hats or hoodies and that fee’s eating into your margins, you’re not alone. I’ve been there — testing logo placements, uploading variations, and suddenly watching my costs climb.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly how I manage to avoid that digitization fee, when you can skip it, and how to keep your product line lean and profitable without compromising on quality.

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How to Start a Shopify Store in Japan in 2025

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If you’re thinking about launching an online store in Japan, Shopify is one of the best platforms to do it with.

Whether you’re based in Tokyo or shipping from another country, Shopify gives you the tools to set up a store fast — but doing it right in Japan takes more than just translating a site or importing a few products.

Here’s what you actually need to know if you want to start a Shopify store in Japan that gets traffic, earns trust, and makes money.

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Shopify vs Easy Digital Downloads: My Verdict for 2025

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Shopify and Easy Digital Downloads are two major players in the eCommerce space—but which one’s better for selling digital products?

We’ve spent over 200 hours researching and testing the top platforms to help you make the best choice for your online store.

After running the numbers and testing both platforms hands-on, Shopify takes the lead as the most beginner-friendly option.

But EDD has its strengths, especially for WordPress users focused on digital-only sales.

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Gelato vs Prodigi: Which Print-on-Demand Platform is Better?

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Choosing between Gelato and Prodigi isn't as simple as picking the cheaper option or the one with more products. Each platform solves different problems, depending on your brand, customer base, and product focus.

I’ve used both extensively, whether for launching scalable POD apparel brands or helping artists sell premium prints globally. Here's everything you need to know, broken down by the factors that actually matter.

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Should I Switch POS Systems?

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Should I switch POS systems? Yes—if it’s slowing you down, costing you money, or making sales harder.

If transactions are lagging, fees are eating into profits, or it doesn’t integrate with your business tools, upgrading can save you time and boost revenue.

The right POS should make payments fast, easy, and seamless—not frustrate you.

Here’s when to switch, what to look for, and how to upgrade without disrupting your business.

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How to Migrate to Shopify POS Without Losing Data or Sales

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Switching to a new POS system can feel overwhelming. I’ve been in eCommerce for over a decade, and I’ve seen countless businesses struggle with POS migrations—inventory mismatches, lost customer data, and payment processing nightmares.

But here’s the truth: Migrating to Shopify POS doesn’t have to be a headache. If you follow the right steps, you can move your business over smoothly, keep your sales running, and even improve your operations.

This guide will walk you through exactly how to migrate to Shopify POS—without breaking your business in the process.

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How to Start a Shopify Store in France (Step by Step)

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Launching a Shopify store in France is 100% doable—but there are a few key steps to make sure everything runs smoothly from day one.

I’ve been helping people build eCommerce businesses for over 10 years—many of them in France—so I’ve seen the mistakes that kill sales and the strategies that actually work.

Let’s get straight to the point.

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How to Automate Your Print-on-Demand Business in 2025

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I’ve been in eCommerce and print-on-demand for over a decade. I’ve scaled stores from zero to six figures, helped countless sellers fix their bottlenecks, and seen first-hand what makes or breaks a POD business.

Here’s the harsh reality: most sellers are stuck doing things manually, and that’s why they never scale.

Uploading designs one by one. Manually sending orders to suppliers. Responding to customer emails all day. It’s exhausting and, more importantly, a waste of time.

The solution is automation. The more you automate, the more time you free up to focus on real growth—scaling ads, launching new products, and improving your brand.

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