Product Publishing Process

Product Publishing Process on Parler Shop

At Parler Shop, maintaining a high standard for product quality, accuracy, and compliance is essential. To achieve this, products added by vendors do not go live immediately. They must first undergo a review and approval process by the Parler Shop administration. Here’s how the process works:

1. Initial Submission
   • When a vendor adds or updates a product, it remains pending until the Parler Shop reviews it.
   • This applies to both newly added products and updates to existing listings.
2. Parler Review
   The Parler Shop reviews each product to ensure it adheres to platform standards, which include:
   • Precise and Accurate Descriptions and Images: The product must include detailed, truthful information and high-quality images.
   • No Misleading or False Representations: Products should not make exaggerated claims or present misleading information.
   • No Prohibited Items: Illegal, unsafe, or violating platform policies (e.g., counterfeit goods, hazardous materials, regulated products such as alcohol or tobacco) will be rejected.
3. Approval Status
   • Approval: If the product meets all standards, it is approved and published on the platform, making it visible to customers.
   • Rejection: If the product fails to meet standards or appears suspicious (e.g., concerns about vendor credibility, product authenticity, or quality), it is rejected. Parler may also contact the vendor for clarification or corrections.
   • Draft: Parler can move a product to draft status if further changes or clarification are required. Vendors can edit the product while it’s in draft and resubmit it for admin approval.
4. Automatic Publishing for Trusted Vendors
   • Vendors who consistently meet Parler Shop’s expectations—such as providing high-quality products, accurate descriptions, efficient shipping, and exceptional customer service—may gain “Trusted Vendor” status.
   • The publishing process can be automated for these vendors, allowing their products to go live immediately upon submission or update.
   • This status is granted at the Parler Shop’s discretion and is based on the vendor’s track record.

Vendors’ Expectations

As a vendor on Parler Shop, it’s important to understand and respect the approval process. Here’s what to expect:

1. Processing Time
   The time to publish a product depends on the admin’s thorough review to ensure quality and compliance. This careful inspection protects the integrity of the marketplace and maintains high customer satisfaction.
2. Patience is Key
   Vendors are encouraged to be patient after submitting products. The review process is designed to uphold Parler Shop’s reputation for quality and authenticity, ensuring customers receive products that meet their expectations.
3. Continuous Improvement
   Vendors are advised always to provide accurate, detailed product information and high-quality images to minimize the chances of rejection and reduce review time.

Approved Product Listings

Once a product is approved, it becomes active and visible to customers. Below is a step-by-step guide to the product approval process:

1. Product Status Change:
   • After the admin reviews and approves a product, its status changes from “Pending” to “Online.”
2. Vendor Dashboard Updates:
   • Approved products appear in the vendor dashboard under Dashboard > Products.

1. Product Overview

Vendors can view all critical details about their published products, including:

• Product Name: The name displayed to customers on the storefront.
• Status: Indicates that the product is live and available for purchase.
• SKU: A unique stock-keeping unit that allows easy inventory tracking.
• Stock Availability: Displays whether the product is “In Stock,” “Out of Stock,” or “On Backorder.”
• Price and Discounts: Shows the set price and any discounted pricing details.
• Engagement Metrics: Displays the number of views for each product, offering insights into customer interest.

2. Actionable Tools for Published Products

Vendors have multiple options to manage and optimize their live listings:

• Edit: Make changes to product details such as descriptions, prices, or images. Updates will require re-approval by Parler to maintain quality.
• Delete Permanently: Remove products from the store if unavailable or relevant.
• View Product: Preview the live product page as it appears to customers.
• Quick Edit: Adjust basic information like price, stock status, or visibility without opening the full editor.
• Duplicate: Easily duplicate a product listing to create similar products with minor changes (e.g., size or color variations).

3. Bulk Management Options

Using bulk actions, changes can be applied to multiple products simultaneously, saving time and effort for vendors managing more extensive inventories.

4. Product Filtering and Sorting

Vendors can refine their view using filters based on categories, dates, or product types. This functionality simplifies finding specific products within an extensive catalog.

5. Import and Export Functions

• Import: Upload multiple products at once using CSV files, expediting the listing process.
• Export: Download product data for offline analysis or updates.