Navigating the TopDawg Start-Up Plan

What You’ll Learn in This Video

This video explains how TopDawg’s free Start-Up Plan helps new retailers explore the platform, browse the product catalog, view wholesale pricing, save products, access AI-powered support, and learn how store integrations work before choosing a paid membership plan.

1. How the TopDawg Start-Up Plan Works

The TopDawg Start-Up Plan is a free membership option that gives retailers immediate access to explore the TopDawg dropshipping platform. When you first sign up, TopDawg automatically creates a Custom Integration inside the Start-Up Plan, allowing you to begin learning how the platform works without paying a membership fee.

2. What’s Included in the Free Start-Up Plan

The Start-Up Plan allows retailers to browse TopDawg’s product catalog, explore over 500,000 products, view wholesale pricing, and learn the platform’s core features. It is designed for retailers who want to evaluate TopDawg before upgrading to a paid dropshipping membership plan.

3. How Store and Marketplace Integrations Work

Each store or marketplace integration on TopDawg has its own separate membership plan. If you connect Shopify, Amazon, Walmart, eBay, WooCommerce, or another supported marketplace, that integration receives its own Start-Up Plan when first connected, allowing you to explore available tools for that specific channel.

4. How to Browse the TopDawg Product Catalog

From the dashboard, retailers can select Product Catalog to search and browse TopDawg’s wholesale product catalog. The catalog includes filters for departments, categories, marketplaces, and keywords, making it easier to find products that may fit your ecommerce store or dropshipping strategy.

5. How to View Wholesale Pricing

Start-Up Plan members can select View Pricing on eligible products to see wholesale pricing available under the Start-Up Plan, along with pricing available in higher membership levels. Retailers can also view basic product details such as MSRP and Pack Of quantity before deciding whether to upgrade.

6. When You Need to Upgrade

To access full product details, expanded product information, automation tools, product syncing, advanced features, live support, and broader selling capabilities, retailers need to upgrade to a paid membership plan. TopDawg’s Business Monthly plan includes a 7-day free trial, allowing retailers to test additional features before committing.

7. How the Favorites List Works

Start-Up Plan members can save up to 5 products to their Favorites List while exploring the catalog. This feature helps retailers track products they may want to review later as they research product ideas and prepare to build or expand their online store.

8. Support and Learning Resources Available

Start-Up members receive access to TopDawg’s AI-powered support system, including AI Email Support, AI Chat Support, and AI Phone Support, available 24/7. They also have access to the Video Learning Library and FAQ section, where they can find tutorials, walkthroughs, platform guidance, and dropshipping success tips.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the TopDawg Start-Up Plan?

The TopDawg Start-Up Plan is a free membership plan that lets retailers explore the TopDawg dropshipping platform before upgrading to a paid plan. It gives users access to browse products, view basic wholesale pricing, save a limited number of favorites, and learn how the platform works. It is designed for new retailers who want to understand TopDawg’s tools, catalog, and integration options without paying upfront.

Is the TopDawg Start-Up Plan really free?

Yes, the TopDawg Start-Up Plan is completely free. When a retailer first signs up, TopDawg automatically provides a Custom Integration under the Start-Up Plan so the user can begin exploring the platform. Retailers can stay on the Start-Up Plan while reviewing products, learning the system, and deciding whether a paid membership plan is right for their business.

What can I do inside the TopDawg Start-Up Plan?

Inside the TopDawg Start-Up Plan, retailers can browse the product catalog, search by keyword, filter products by department or category, view available wholesale pricing, and save up to 5 products to their Favorites List. Start-Up members can also use TopDawg’s AI-powered support tools and access the Video Learning Library. Some advanced features, such as full product details, automation tools, product syncing, and live support, require a paid plan.

Does each TopDawg store integration have its own membership plan?

Yes, each store or marketplace integration on TopDawg has its own separate membership plan. If a retailer connects Shopify, Amazon, Walmart, eBay, WooCommerce, or another supported marketplace, that integration receives its own Start-Up Plan when first connected. This allows retailers to explore tools and features for each integration separately before choosing whether to upgrade that specific store or marketplace plan.

When should I upgrade from the Start-Up Plan to a paid TopDawg plan?

Retailers should consider upgrading from the Start-Up Plan when they are ready to access full product details, expanded product information, automation tools, product syncing, live support, and more advanced dropshipping features. A paid plan is best for retailers who are ready to actively build, manage, or scale an online store using TopDawg’s supplier network and platform tools. TopDawg’s Business Monthly plan also offers a 7-day free trial so users can experience more features before committing.