# Is dropshipping worth it in 2024? **URL:** \ **Category:** Business Growth\ **Created:** [June 5, 2024, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497 "2024-06-05T19:41:15Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Jessica](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/jessica/32/94_2.png) [@Jessica](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Jessica)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2024, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/1 "2024-06-05T19:41:15Z")
I’m considering starting a drop-shipping business on the side. Is it still a viable and profitable business model in 2024? ---
**Author:** ![ChrisMWalker](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/chrismwalker/32/34_2.png) [@ChrisMWalker](https://forum.legiit.com/u/ChrisMWalker)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2024, 4:36pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/2 "2024-06-06T16:36:23Z")
As long as the product is good quality and the person shipping it has reasonable response time and return policy. ---
**Author:** ![Qamar](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/qamar/32/20_2.png) [@Qamar](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Qamar)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2024, 5:15pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/3 "2024-06-06T17:15:04Z")
When hunting for a winning product for Shopify dropshipping in 2024, here’s what I’d look out for: 1. **Trend Watch** : Keep an eye on what’s hot right now using tools like Google Trends and social media buzz. Timing is everything! 2. **Competition Check** : See how crowded the market is. If everyone’s selling it, you might wanna rethink. 3. **Profit Margins** : Make sure you can source it cheap enough to leave room for profit after all costs. 4. **Quality and Supplier** : Always test samples. You don’t want to sell junk. Find reliable suppliers on AliExpress or Alibaba. 5. **Target Audience** : Know who you’re selling to. Make sure the product fits their needs and interests. 6. **Marketing Potential** : Go for something that looks good in ads, especially on social media. Eye-catching products do better. 7. **Uniqueness** : Find something a bit different or customizable to stand out from the crowd. 8. **Shipping** : Consider size and weight for shipping costs, and ensure shipping times are reasonable. 9. **Customer Demand** : Use keyword tools to gauge demand. Check forums and social media for what people are talking about. 10. **Legal Stuff** : Make sure the product isn’t restricted and complies with regulations in your target market. 11. **Scalability** : Ensure your supplier can keep up as you grow and that the product can appeal to a broader audience. Stick to these points, and you’ll be more likely to find a winner for your dropshipping store! ---
**Author:** ![Jessica](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/jessica/32/94_2.png) [@Jessica](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Jessica)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2024, 5:47pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/4 "2024-06-06T17:47:17Z")
thank you! ---
**Author:** ![Jessica](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/jessica/32/94_2.png) [@Jessica](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Jessica)\ **Post date:** [June 6, 2024, 5:47pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/5 "2024-06-06T17:47:31Z")
perfect, thanks! ---
**Author:** ![Cormac](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/c/b19c9b/32.png) [@Cormac](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Cormac)\ **Post date:** [June 11, 2024, 5:10pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/6 "2024-06-11T17:10:38Z")
Yes. E-commerce and shopify SEO is killing it in 2024 ---
**Author:** ![Foxy](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex004/user_avatar/forum.legiit.com/foxy/32/363_2.png) [@Foxy](https://forum.legiit.com/u/Foxy)\ **Post date:** [June 27, 2025, 5:20pm UTC](https://forum.legiit.com/t/is-dropshipping-worth-it-in-2024/497/7 "2025-06-27T17:20:29Z")
if you are in Nigeria, chances for you to make it in drop shipping is slim