Dropshipping
- Thread starter IcedSalt
- Start date
- Jun 3, 2013
- 128
- 28
Honestly, I’ve been wondering the same. Dropshipping still seems to work if you nail the brand + paid ads combo, but with shipping times, customer expectations, and all the new taxes/regulations, it feels riskier than before.
Are there any emerging models people here are seeing that are actually gaining traction in 2025? I’d be curious if stuff like AI-powered services, micro SaaS, or even faceless content plays are proving more profitable right now
Are there any emerging models people here are seeing that are actually gaining traction in 2025? I’d be curious if stuff like AI-powered services, micro SaaS, or even faceless content plays are proving more profitable right now
I agree but Curious if anyone here cracked a creative angle lately that builds trust faster
Idk about here but I'm you've heard about Labubu. Look into their marketing strategy.
needtraffic24
Regular Member
- Feb 12, 2024
- 224
- 63
Around the Pandemic is was good for me. I wasn't making a full time income but it was okay for me. Then fast for to 2023 that's when it started going down hill.
- Apr 1, 2025
- 141
- 30
Dropshipping isn’t dead in 2025, but it’s not the gold rush it once was. Margins are tighter, ad costs are brutal, and customer expectations are way higher.
Still, a lot of people are making it work..
Still, a lot of people are making it work..
medicinedropshipping
Newbie
- Jul 30, 2025
- 8
- 2
dropshipping business for some products which amazon, ebay etc.. does not support is still worth.
Elizabeth Lan
Newbie
- Jul 29, 2025
- 8
- 2
Great question! As of 2025, dropshipping is still a viable business model ,but it's definitely more competitive than it used to be. Success now depends heavily on:
- Unique product selection
- Branding and customer service
- Fast and reliable shipping (local sourcing where possible)
- AI-Powered Services – Tools like AI chatbots, content generators, and productivity apps are booming.
- Digital Products & Courses – Especially in areas like coding, productivity, wellness, and finance.
- Eco-Friendly Products – Sustainability continues to be a powerful selling point.
- Subscription Boxes – Curated experiences (beauty, snacks, wellness) are still in demand.
- Health & Biohacking Products – Smartwatches, sleep trackers, and nootropics are gaining traction.
- Feb 28, 2019
- 7,424
- 7,859
If you can create a traffic source like social media page or group in a niche, then drop shipping still works. Ads are no longer giving great results due to online scams. You need authority to establish yourself in the market, you need branding to gain authority, and you need traffic to get brand visibility. So, initial traffic matters and you should only start with proper traffic and marketing strategy.
medicinedropshipping
Newbie
- Jul 30, 2025
- 8
- 2
how to gain traffic for B2B dropshipping sites? do you think people will get engage to facebook page of dropshipping business especially for medicines & other herbal products?
Spanishbast4rd
Newbie
- Jan 30, 2025
- 20
- 33
Dropshipping will never die as a business model. It’s main problem is product research and branding. If you know just a bit of marketing, you’ll understand that storytelling and narrative are your main goals to develop a good brand creation, something that makes sense and makes a need in customer. Social proof is always needed and customers must be filtered before reaching any goal.
Niche selection must be specially studied and your brand must be cohesive with your selected products. As I’ve told you before, your narrative as brand must be aligned with your goals and your actual possibilities, but first of all, start doing steps, movement is the only way to success.
Niche selection must be specially studied and your brand must be cohesive with your selected products. As I’ve told you before, your narrative as brand must be aligned with your goals and your actual possibilities, but first of all, start doing steps, movement is the only way to success.
Box Phone Farm
Regular Member
- May 10, 2024
- 202
- 115
Yes, dropshipping is still worth it in 2025, but it’s no longer a get-rich-quick model. Success now depends on product selection, branding, and fast fulfillment. Basic AliExpress stores with long shipping times are mostly dead.
What’s working now:
- Private suppliers + branded stores
- TikTok organic and short-form content
- Niche targeting instead of general stores
As for new hype niches:
- AI tools for business/creators
- Print-on-demand with unique local angles
- Digital product automation (Notion templates, AI prompts, etc.)
- Feb 28, 2019
- 7,424
- 7,859
I've seen fb pages in those niches with thousands of followers. You can grow a page through multiple methods. The conversions could be low. So, you need to post something exciting like offers/discounts, special promos, etc. for specific products once in a while but post informative content regularly to retain followers. If you can provide value, you can gain followers and customers.
yuritard
Registered Member
- Jan 7, 2024
- 64
- 26
That's pretty much it. Dropshipping won't die, you should just not create just another generic Shopify shop with no real brand/value. If you find a good niche it's still good passive income.
LilianeM
Newbie
- Jul 30, 2025
- 20
- 6
Yes, dropshipping can still be worth it in 2025, but it’s more competitive and requires smarter strategies. Success now depends heavily on niche selection, quality suppliers, strong marketing (like influencer and paid ads), excellent customer service, and building a brand rather than just relying on price. Avoid saturated markets and focus on value and differentiation to stay profitable.
- Aug 6, 2024
- 434
- 46
Currently, I find that regular Dropshipping is much more difficult than before. If you can sell with this model, you need to have a good brand with a number of suitable product niches. In addition, you must know how to build a multi-channel customer funnel, because the Dropshipping model is currently quite a competitive model at this time.
XS1CHT
Newbie
- Apr 23, 2014
- 22
- 4
Yes, you can get free traffic for dropshipping in 2025. TikTok is still the best — post short, trending videos showing your product (use CapCut, viral sounds, etc.). Repost to IG Reels, Pinterest, and YouTube Shorts. Reddit and Quora also work if you provide real value. Use tools like Canva, ChatGPT, and Pexels to create content fast. Be consistent, post daily, and don’t be afraid to test new ideas!
Akinyemiafeezalabi
Newbie
- Jul 29, 2025
- 16
- 7
Dropshipping is still a viable business model in 2025, but it’s become more competitive. Success often depends on niche selection, branding, and marketing strategies. While some niches are saturated, trending products in industries like sustainable goods, personalized items, and subscription boxes can still offer opportunities.
