Opening an Online Business

Discover how creating awareness, building anticipation, and establishing credibility can transform your launch into a powerful market entry.
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Build Your Dream Business Online

Establishing an online business in the Netherlands involves registering a legal entity, typically a Dutch limited company (BV), to safeguard personal assets from business liabilities.
Prior to launch, ensure your idea addresses a common problem, is financially feasible, and meets market demand.
A professional website acts as your digital storefront. Ensure it's informative, user-friendly, and mobile-optimized. Include clear calls to action and highlight your value proposition. Consider Dutch language options for a wider audience.
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Planning

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Online Tools for Generating Business Name Ideas
Here are some popular and effective online tools to help you brainstorm business name ideas:
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E-commerce platforms

Platforms like Webflow make building webshops easy without needing coding skills. This opens e-commerce to everyone, including traditional stores without online presence, expanding their market reach.
But also we have other online platforms as follow:
In the Netherlands and the Benelux region, Amazon offers a platform for sellers to access millions of customers. It provides Seller Central for managing listings, fulfillment through FBA, advertising solutions, and customer support. Sellers benefit from Amazon's logistics network, trusted brand, and extensive customer base, aiding sales growth in the region.
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While selling on platforms like Bol.com and Amazon can be beneficial for both small and large webshops, it's essential to consider the fees involved. Commission fees on sales, monthly subscription fees, and other charges vary depending on the platform and product category. For instance, Bol.com charges fees up to 15-20 percent on certain categories, while Amazon has both commission and subscription fees.
Bol.com is one of the largest webshops in the Netherlands, exemplifies this shift by transforming into an e-commerce platform where retailers can sell their goods.
‍Bol.com even offers e-fulfilment solutions, enabling sellers to focus on product improvement and marketing.
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While selling on platforms like Bol.com and Amazon can be beneficial for both small and large webshops, it's essential to consider the fees involved. Commission fees on sales, monthly subscription fees, and other charges vary depending on the platform and product category. For instance, Bol.com charges fees up to 15-20 percent on certain categories, while Amazon has both commission and subscription fees.
Marktplaats is a Dutch online marketplace where sellers can list and sell a wide range of products and services. It provides a platform for individuals and businesses to reach a large audience of potential buyers in the Netherlands. Sellers can create listings, set prices, and communicate with buyers directly through the platform.
Know more about Marktplaats
While selling on platforms like Bol.com and Amazon can be beneficial for both small and large webshops, it's essential to consider the fees involved. Commission fees on sales, monthly subscription fees, and other charges vary depending on the platform and product category. For instance, Bol.com charges fees up to 15-20 percent on certain categories, while Amazon has both commission and subscription fees.
Webflow is a website building platform that enables users to create professional and customizable websites without needing extensive coding knowledge. For sellers, Webflow provides a user-friendly interface to design and launch their online store quickly and efficiently. Additionally, Webflow provides tools for optimizing website performance, managing inventory, and tracking sales analytics.
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Webflow allows for complete control over the website's design and functionality, while Shopify provides robust e-commerce features.
Webflow and Shopify can be used together to create a highly customized and effective online store. By combining these platforms, businesses can create a unique and visually appealing online store that is also easy to manage and optimize for sales.
This approach offers the best of both worlds, providing sellers with maximum flexibility and control while ensuring a seamless shopping experience for customers.
Shopify is a cloud-based e-commerce platform that allows you to create and manage your online store. It offers features like product management, inventory management, payment processing, shipping, marketing, and customer support. You can easily customize your store with themes and apps, and Shopify provides 24/7 support.
Learn About Shopify
Webflow allows for complete control over the website's design and functionality, while Shopify provides robust e-commerce features.
Webflow and Shopify can be used together to create a highly customized and effective online store. By combining these platforms, businesses can create a unique and visually appealing online store that is also easy to manage and optimize for sales.
This approach offers the best of both worlds, providing sellers with maximum flexibility and control while ensuring a seamless shopping experience for customers.
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What to have on your website?

Craft Your Online Homebase

Home

A clear and concise introduction to your brand, with your USP and value proposition front and center.

About Us

ell your story, showcase your team, and build trust with potential clients.

Services/Products

Clearly explain what you offer, highlighting the benefits for your target audience.

Blog

Establish yourself as an expert by publishing valuable content related to your industry.

Contact

Make it easy for potential clients to reach you, including a contact form, email address, and phone number (if applicable).

Don't Forget!

Terms & conditions for a Dutch webshop

The first thing you want to arrange when setting up an online sales channel is therefore your terms & conditions. If you are selling physical products, it is important to have specialized e-commerce terms and conditions. If you are selling services or subscriptions online these terms and conditions will be slightly different in nature.

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GDPR compliance for e-commerce

As a webshop owner you are dealing with personal data of your customers and perhaps others. You are probably also using services such as Google Analytics to track your customers' and to learn from their behavior. There are a few important documents you should have in place in order to be compliant with Dutch and EU regulations.

GDPR compliance checklist
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Let's build your website

Launching your website is akin to "cutting the ribbon" for a physical store, symbolizing your grand opening to the world.
You can announce this milestone through various channels:
Email lists
Social media platforms
Online ads
Email lists
Traditional advertisements
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Payment Solutions

To make sure people have a good time on your website and buy things, it's important to let them pay in ways they like. By offering different payment options you can make it easier for people to buy things from your website in the Netherlands.
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iDeal
In the Netherlands, most people use a payment method called iDeal, which is like a debit card. It's cheaper for you, the store owner, compared to credit cards.
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Mollie
This payment gateway sends registrants to a secure page at Mollie.com for payment processing. It handles online and in-person payments, subscriptions, financing, reconciliation, and fraud prevention.
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Klarna
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Klarna offer to your customers a buy now, pay later (BNPL) service
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Buckaroo
Buckaroo has Pay by Bank, a new payment method in the Netherlands. It's a cheaper option than iDEAL.
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Adyen
Adyen is a global payment company that helps businesses accept payments worldwide.
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Your brand is your identity,
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Enhance your website's user experience, we evaluate your design, identifying areas for improvement to boost your digital presence and engage users with a seamless and visually appealing experience.

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Next steps

Once you've made sure your business follows all the rules, the next steps are creating a business plan and giving a look to your brand.  Together, a good plan and strong branding can help make your business successful.
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Branding

Branding is about making your business look and feel special. It involves things like designing a logo, picking colors and fonts, and deciding what your business stands for.

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Validate your Idea

You need to make sure your idea is really good. Even though starting online is easier, it still costs money. So, you have to check if people really want what you're offering.
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