The Commission Problem
Most e-commerce platforms charge 15-30% commission on every sale. For a โน1000 product, you lose โน150-300 before considering other costs like advertising, packaging, and shipping.
Traditional Platform Costs
- Amazon: 5-20% referral fee + 2-3% payment gateway
- Flipkart: 5-25% commission + fixed closing fee
- Meesho: 5-20% commission + shipping charges
- Instagram/Facebook: 5% selling fee + payment processing
Why Zero Commission Matters
For Kerala sellers, especially small businesses and homepreneurs, every rupee counts. Here's the math:
Example: Selling Handmade Products Worth โน50,000/month
| Metric | Traditional Platform | Zero Commission |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue | โน50,000 | โน50,000 |
| Commission (15%) | -โน7,500 | โน0 |
| Net Income | โน42,500 | โน50,000 |
| Annual Difference | โน90,000 more with zero commission! | |
Kerala-Specific Advantages
Language Support
- Product descriptions in Malayalam
- Customer support in local language
- Better connection with Kerala customers
Local Understanding
- Festival season strategies for Onam, Vishu
- Kerala shipping and delivery networks
- Local payment preferences (UPI, bank transfers)
Platform Comparison Chart
| Feature | KeralaSellers | Amazon | Flipkart | Meesho |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Commission | 0% | 5-20% | 5-25% | 5-20% |
| Malayalam Support | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| WhatsApp Integration | โ | โ | โ | โ |
| Setup Time | 5 minutes | 2-3 days | 3-5 days | 1-2 days |
Success Stories
Priya from Kochi: "I was paying โน8,000 monthly in commissions on other platforms. With KeralaSellers, I save that entire amount and reinvest it in better products and marketing."
Making the Switch
Transitioning to a zero-commission platform doesn't mean losing customers. In fact, Kerala sellers report:
- Better profit margins allow for competitive pricing
- Direct customer relationships through WhatsApp
- More control over branding and customer experience
- Faster payments without platform delays
Conclusion
For Kerala sellers, the choice is clear: keep 100% of your profits with a platform built specifically for your market, or continue paying hefty commissions to generic platforms. The โน90,000+ annual savings can be reinvested into growing your business further.
