JRMerch Vendor User Guide for Kids and Entrepreneurs

Welcome to JRMerch, young superstars and awesome entrepreneurs!
JRMerch is a super cool online store where US kids (with help from parents) and entrepreneurs can sell fun stuff like t-shirts, crafts, or gadgets. Powered by MultiVendorX, this guide is your map to shine as a vendor! We’ll show you how to set up your shop, sell products, and make money—all in a fun, easy way.

About JRMerch
Kids (ages 10–17, with grown-up help) and entrepreneurs can create their own online shops. This guide covers six big topics to make you a JRMerch rockstar:

  1. Managing Products: Add cool items to sell.
  2. Managing Store Front: Make your shop look amazing.
  3. Keeping Track of Sales, Commission, and Income: See how much money you’re making.
  4. How to Register to Be a Vendor: Start your JRMerch journey.
  5. Memberships: Pick a plan to sell more.
  6. Learning Hub: Learn fun business tricks.

Getting Started

  • Log In: Go to jrmerch.com/my-account and sign in. Click Vendor Dashboard to start.
  • Need Help?: Ask our team at [insert support email, e.g., support@jrmerch.com] or visit multivendorx.com/support.
  • What You Need:
    • A JRMerch vendor account (see Topic 4 to register).
    • Product ideas (e.g., stickers for $5, t-shirts for $20).
    • A parent or guardian (for kids) to help with money and shipping stuff.
    • For US customers: Prices in USD (e.g., $10–$50) and product weights (e.g., 0.5 lb for USPS shipping).

Let’s dive in and make your shop sparkle!

1. Managing Products

Your products are the awesome things you sell, like crafts, toys, or clothes. In the Vendor Dashboard, you can add, change, or remove products. Let’s make your items shine for US customers!

How to Do It

  1. Find the Products Page:
    • Go to jrmerch.com/my-account and log in.
    • Click Vendor Dashboard > Products (on the left).
    • You’ll see any products you’ve added (or an empty list if you’re new).
  2. Add a New Product:
    • Click Add Product (big button at the top).
    • Name: Give your product a fun name (e.g., “Super Cool Stickers”).
    • Type: Pick:
      • Simple Product: One item (e.g., a sticker pack for $5).
      • Variable Product: Different options (e.g., red or blue t-shirts).
    • Price:
      • Regular Price: Set in USD (e.g., $5 for stickers, $20 for t-shirts).
      • Sale Price: Add a discount (e.g., $4 for a special deal).
    • Description:
      • Main Description: Tell buyers why it’s awesome (e.g., “Colorful stickers for your laptop!”).
      • Short Description: Write a quick note (e.g., “5 stickers per pack”).
    • Pictures:
      • Upload a clear photo of your product (at least 500×500 pixels, use JPG or PNG).
      • Add extra photos to show more angles (optional).
    • Categories and Tags:
      • Choose categories JRMerch set up (e.g., Crafts > Stickers).
      • Add tags like “stickers,” “fun” to help buyers find you.
    • Inventory:
      • Check “Manage Stock” to track how many you have (e.g., 20 sticker packs).
      • Add a code (SKU, like “STK-001”) to organize your stuff.
    • Shipping:
      • Weight: Add weight in pounds (e.g., 0.2 lb for stickers) for USPS shipping.
      • Size: Add length, width, height (e.g., 6x4x1 inches).
    • Click Submit. JRMerch checks your product before it goes live (usually 1–2 days).
  3. Change or Remove Products:
    • In Products, find your product and click:
      • Edit: Update price, photos, or stock.
      • Delete: Remove it (ask a parent first, it’s permanent!).
    • To change lots of products, select them, pick “Edit” from the top menu, and update stuff like prices.
  4. Check Product Status:
    • Products can be:
      • Draft: Saved but not sent to JRMerch.
      • Pending: Waiting for JRMerch to say “okay.”
      • Published: Live for customers to buy!
    • See the status in the Products list. If it’s stuck, email [support@jrmerch.com (mailto:support@jrmerch.com)].
  5. Kid-Friendly Tips:
    • Make products fun (e.g., “Rainbow Bracelets” or “Custom Keychains”).
    • Keep prices affordable (e.g., $5–$20) for other kids or US buyers.
    • Ask a parent to help with weights (e.g., weigh your item on a kitchen scale).
    • Use free tools like Canva (canva.com) to make cool product photos.

Picture This:
The Products page has a list of your items with names, prices, stock, and statuses (like “Published”). There’s an Add Product button at the top. The product form has boxes for name, price, photos, and a “Submit” button to send it to JRMerch.

Time: ~10–15 minutes per product.
Cost: Free!

2. Managing Store Front

Your store front is your own shop page at jrmerch.com/vendor/your-shop-name. It’s like your online lemonade stand! You can add a logo, banner, and rules to make it look super cool for US customers.

How to Do It

  1. Go to Store Settings:
    • In Vendor Dashboard, click Settings > Store (left menu).
    • This is where you make your shop awesome!
  2. Set Up Your Shop:
    • Shop Name: Pick a fun name (e.g., “KidzCraftz”). This makes your page URL (e.g., jrmerch.com/vendor/kidzcrafz).
    • Logo: Upload a picture for your shop (200×200 pixels, JPG or PNG). Example: A drawing of your mascot!
    • Banner: Add a big photo for the top of your page (1200×300 pixels). Example: A colorful banner with your products.
    • Description: Write a short story about your shop (e.g., “Hi! I’m Sarah, a kid making fun crafts for everyone!”).
    • Click Save.
  3. Add Shop Rules:
    • Go to Settings > Policies.
    • Shipping Rules: Say how you send products:
      • US: “I use USPS to ship in 5–10 days, about $5–$10.”
      • Note: JRMerch uses USPS for US buyers, so add weights to products.
    • Returns: Explain returns (e.g., “Return broken items in 30 days, you pay shipping back”).
    • Cancellations: Say when buyers can cancel (e.g., “Cancel in 24 hours for a full refund”).
    • Save. These show on your shop page so buyers know the rules.
  4. Set Up Shipping:
    • Go to Settings > Shipping.
    • Add a Shipping Zone (e.g., “United States”):
      • Click Add Shipping Method.
      • Pick Flat Rate (e.g., “USPS Mail, $5–$10”) to match JRMerch’s USPS shipping.
      • Note: Real USPS prices need a special tool (JRMerch is working on it!).
    • Save. Ask a parent to check rates at usps.com.
    • Tip: Set your shop address (Settings > Store) to a US address (ask JRMerch about a helper address if you’re not in the US).
  5. Add Contact Info:
    • In Settings > Store, add:
      • Email: Your shop email (e.g., kidzcrafz@gmail.com, use a parent’s if needed).
      • Phone: A parent’s phone for customers (e.g., US number).
      • Address: Your US shipping address (JRMerch can help with a US helper address).
    • Save. This helps buyers reach you.
  6. Kid-Friendly Tips:
    • Use bright colors for your logo and banner (try Canva, free!).
    • Write a fun description (e.g., “Welcome to my craft shop!”).
    • Ask a parent to help with shipping rules and addresses.
    • Check your shop at jrmerch.com/vendor/your-shop-name to see how it looks!

Picture This:
The Store settings page has boxes for your shop name, logo (upload button), banner (upload button), and description. The Policies tab has spaces to write shipping and return rules. The Shipping tab shows zones with buttons to add rates.

Time: ~15–30 minutes to set up.
Cost: Free! US helper address: ~$10/month (optional).

3. Keeping Track of Sales, Commission, and Income

When someone buys your products, you make money! The Vendor Dashboard shows your sales (orders), commissions (JRMerch’s share), and income (your payout). Let’s learn how to check it all!

How to Do It

  1. Check Your Sales:
    • Go to Vendor Dashboard > Orders.
    • See a list of who bought your stuff:
      • Order Number: Like #1234.
      • Customer: The buyer’s name.
      • Product: What they bought (e.g., “Stickers”).
      • Total: How much they paid (e.g., $5).
      • Status: Like “Processing” (being made) or “Completed” (done).
    • Click View to see details (e.g., buyer’s address, USPS shipping).
    • When you ship an order, mark it “Shipped” (ask a parent to help).
  2. See Your Commissions:
    • Go to Vendor Dashboard > Reports.
    • Check two tabs:
      • By Product: Shows what sold (e.g., “Stickers: $50 total”).
      • By Date: Shows sales by day or week (e.g., “April: $100”).
    • Commissions: JRMerch takes a small share (e.g., 20%, ask JRMerch).
      • Example: You sell $10 stickers. JRMerch takes $2, you keep $8.
    • Look at Reports to see your commission (e.g., “Commission: $2 for Order #1234”).
  3. Track Your Money:
    • Go to Vendor Dashboard > Payments.
    • See when JRMerch pays you:
      • Date: When you got paid.
      • Amount: Your money (e.g., $50).
      • Method: How you’re paid (e.g., PayPal).
      • Status: Paid or Waiting.
    • Set Up Payments:
      • Go to Settings > Payment.
      • Add PayPal (use a parent’s account for kids, e.g., parent@gmail.com).
      • Ask JRMerch if other methods work (like bank accounts).
    • Payouts: JRMerch pays weekly or monthly (check with support). You might need to earn $10 or more first.
  4. Kid-Friendly Tips:
    • Check orders weekly to see what’s selling (e.g., “Wow, 10 sticker packs!”).
    • Ask a parent to help with PayPal or taxes (US sellers may need a W-9 form).
    • Save your money for new products or fun stuff!
    • If money’s missing, email [support@jrmerch.com (mailto:support@jrmerch.com)] with the order number.

Picture This:
The Orders page lists your sales with order numbers, products, and a “View” button. The Reports page has charts showing your sales and commissions. The Payments page shows your payouts with dates and amounts, plus a link to set up PayPal.

Time: ~10 minutes to check weekly.
Cost: Free! PayPal fees: ~$0.30 + 2.9% per payout (ask JRMerch).

4. How to Register to Be a Vendor

Want to sell on JRMerch? Becoming a vendor is easy! Kids (with parent help) and entrepreneurs can sign up at jrmerch.com/vendor-registration/. Here’s how to start your shop.

How to Do It

  1. Go to the Sign-Up Page:
    • Open your browser and visit jrmerch.com/vendor-registration/.
    • You’ll see a form to become a JRMerch vendor.
  2. Fill Out the Form:
    • First Name: Your name (e.g., “Jake”).
    • Last Name: Your last name (e.g., “Smith”).
    • Email: Your email (or a parent’s, e.g., jake@gmail.com).
    • Shop Name: Pick a cool name (e.g., “Jake’s Crafts”).
    • Username: Choose a login name (e.g., “JakeCrafts”).
    • Password: Make a strong password (e.g., “SuperStar123!”).
    • Phone Number: Add a parent’s phone (e.g., US number).
    • Address: Enter your US address (or ask JRMerch for a helper address).
    • PayPal Email: Add a PayPal email for payments (use a parent’s).
    • Message to Admin: Write why you want to sell (e.g., “I’m a kid who loves making stickers!”).
    • Check “I agree to the terms” (ask a parent to read them).
    • Click Submit.
  3. Wait for Approval:
    • JRMerch checks your form (1–3 days).
    • You’ll get an email saying “You’re approved!” or asking for more info.
    • If approved, log in at jrmerch.com/my-account and click Vendor Dashboard.
  4. Kid-Friendly Tips:
    • Ask a parent to help fill out the form (especially email and PayPal).
    • Pick a shop name that’s fun (e.g., “KidzArt”).
    • If you don’t have a US address, email [support@jrmerch.com (mailto:support@jrmerch.com)] for help.
    • Be patient—JRMerch makes sure every vendor is ready to shine!

Picture This:
The vendor registration page (jrmerch.com/vendor-registration/) has a form with boxes for name, email, shop name, password, and PayPal. There’s a “Submit” button at the bottom and a link to terms.

Time: ~5–10 minutes to sign up.
Cost: Free!

5. Memberships

JRMerch offers memberships to help you sell more and grow your shop! There are three plans to choose from, perfect for kids and entrepreneurs. Check them out at jrmerch.com/memberships/ (we’ll skip the Learning Hub here, as requested). Pick a plan to make your shop even better!

How to Do It

  1. Learn About Memberships:
    • Visit jrmerch.com/memberships/ to see the plans:
      • Basic Plan :
        • Sell up to 10 products.
        • Get a shop page (e.g., jrmerch.com/vendor/your-shop).
        • Perfect for kids starting out (e.g., selling stickers for $5).
      • Standard Plan :
        • Sell up to 50 products.
        • Add more photos and categories.
        • Great for growing shops (e.g., t-shirts and crafts).
      • Premium Plan :
        • Sell unlimited products.
        • Get priority support and extra shop features.
        • Best for big entrepreneurs (e.g., selling lots of gadgets).
    • Note: Prices are in USD. Ask a parent to help pay (e.g., via PayPal).
  2. Choose a Membership:
    • On jrmerch.com/memberships/, click the plan you want (e.g., “Choose Basic”).
    • Sign Up:
      • If you’re not a vendor, complete the vendor form (Topic 4).
      • If you’re a vendor, log in to Vendor Dashboard > Settings > Membership.
    • Pay for Paid Plans:
      • Use PayPal (or ask JRMerch for other options).
      • A parent must help kids with payments.
    • After signing up, your plan starts right away!
  3. Manage Your Membership:
    • Go to Vendor Dashboard > Settings > Membership.
    • See your plan (e.g., “Basic, 10 products”) and upgrade if needed.
    • To change plans, click “Upgrade” and follow the steps (e.g., from Basic to Standard).
    • If you have questions, email [support@jrmerch.com (mailto:support@jrmerch.com)].
  4. Kid-Friendly Tips:
    • Start with the Basic Plan to try selling.
    • If you make lots of products, ask a parent about the Standard Plan.
    • Save your allowance to upgrade to Premium for unlimited fun!
    • Check your plan in the dashboard to know how many products you can add.

Extra Tips for JRMerch Vendors

  • Shipping for US Buyers:
    • JRMerch uses USPS for US shipping (e.g., Priority Mail, $5–$10). Add weights to products (Products > Edit) so shipping works.
    • In Settings > Shipping, add a US zone with flat rates (e.g., “USPS Mail, $5–$10”). JRMerch is adding better shipping tools soon!
    • Use a US helper address (ask JRMerch, ~$10/month) if shipping from outside the US.
  • Tips for Kids:
    • Have fun with your shop! Sell things you love, like drawings or bracelets.
    • Always ask a parent for help with money, shipping, or emails.
    • Be kind to customers—they’ll love your shop even more!
  • Tips for Entrepreneurs:
    • Price products to compete (e.g., $5–$50 for crafts, t-shirts). Check US stores like Etsy for ideas.
    • Use PayPal for easy payouts (set in Settings > Payment).
    • Promote your shop on social media (ask JRMerch for tips).
  • Troubleshooting:
    • Product Not Showing: Check if it’s “Published” (Products). Email support if “Pending.”
    • Shipping Not Working: Add weights/sizes (Products) and check zones (Settings > Shipping).
    • No Payouts: Verify PayPal (Settings > Payment) and ask JRMerch about schedules.
    • Can’t Access Learning Hub: Ensure you’re on Standard/Premium (Settings > Membership).
  • Support:
    • Email: [insert support email, e.g., support@jrmerch.com].
    • MultiVendorX Help: multivendorx.com/support.
    • USPS Help: usps.com/webtools (for shipping questions).