Product Catalog Guide
Browse products, import from Printify, and manage your inventory
Understanding the Product Catalog
What is the Product Catalog?
The product catalog is your gateway to thousands of high-quality merchandise items powered by Printify. This is where you'll find products to feature your designs on.
Catalog Features
- Live Inventory: Real-time product availability
- Quality Assurance: All products are pre-approved
- Pricing Information: Base costs and suggested retail prices
- Product Details: Sizes, colors, materials, and specifications
- High-Quality Images: Professional product photos
- Variant Options: Multiple sizes, colors, and styles
Accessing the Catalog
- Go to Product Catalog from your dashboard
- Browse products or use search filters
- Click on products to view details
- Import products you want to use
Quick Stats
- 1000+ Products Available
- 20+ Product Categories
- Multiple Print Providers
- Global Shipping Coverage
Importing Products from Printify
How Product Import Works
CCSwag integrates directly with Printify to provide you with the latest products and pricing.
Step-by-Step Import Process
- Access Import: Go to Catalog and click "Import Products"
- Sync Products: System fetches latest products from Printify
- Review Catalog: Browse newly imported products
- Select Products: Choose items that match your brand
- Apply Designs: Add your designs to selected products
Import Frequency
- Manual Import: Click "Import Products" button anytime
- Automatic Updates: Pricing and availability updated daily
- New Products: Latest items added weekly
- Seasonal Items: Special collections for holidays/events
Import Benefits
- Latest product releases
- Current pricing
- Real-time availability
- Quality guarantee
Important Notes
- Import may take 2-3 minutes
- 1000+ products available
- Refreshes your catalog
Product Categories
Available Product Types
Our catalog includes a wide variety of products across multiple categories.
Apparel
- T-Shirts (Men's, Women's, Kids)
- Hoodies & Sweatshirts
- Tank Tops & Sleeveless
- Long Sleeve Shirts
- Polo Shirts
- Activewear & Sports
Accessories
- Bags & Backpacks
- Hats & Caps
- Phone Cases
- Stickers & Decals
- Keychains
- Jewelry & Pins
Home & Living
- Mugs & Drinkware
- Wall Art & Posters
- Pillows & Cushions
- Blankets & Throws
- Coasters
- Kitchen Items
Tech & Office
- Laptop Cases & Sleeves
- Mouse Pads
- Notebooks & Journals
- Desk Accessories
- Tech Stickers
- Office Supplies
Seasonal & Special Collections
We regularly add seasonal items for holidays, special events, and trending themes. Check back frequently for new additions!
Understanding Product Details
Product Information Overview
Each product in the catalog includes detailed information to help you make informed choices.
Product Details Include
- Product Name & ID: Unique identifier and description
- Base Cost: Your cost before adding profit margin
- Suggested Retail: Recommended selling price
- Available Sizes: Size options (XS to 5XL typically)
- Color Options: Available colors for the product
- Material Information: Fabric composition and care instructions
- Print Areas: Where designs can be placed
- Print Methods: How designs are applied (DTG, embroidery, etc.)
- Shipping Info: Production time and shipping details
Viewing Product Details
- Browse the catalog or search for specific items
- Click "View Details" on any product card
- Review all specifications and options
- Check base cost and suggested pricing
- View available print areas and methods
Quality Standards
- Premium materials only
- Ethical manufacturing
- Quality control testing
- Customer satisfaction guarantee
Managing Your Product Selection
Organizing Your Chosen Products
Once you've imported the catalog, you can select and manage the products you want to offer.
Selection Strategy
- Start Small: Choose 3-5 core products initially
- Know Your Audience: Select items your followers would buy
- Quality Over Quantity: Better to have fewer, well-designed items
- Test Popular Items: Start with t-shirts, hoodies, and mugs
- Seasonal Additions: Add holiday-specific items as needed
Product Limits by Plan
- Basic Plan: 10 physical products
- Premium Plan: 50 physical + 50 digital products
- Custom Plan: Unlimited products
Managing Your Selection
- Review your current product list
- Remove low-performing items
- Add new products based on trends
- Update designs and pricing as needed
- Monitor performance in analytics
Best Practices
- Focus on your brand identity
- Consider profit margins
- Think about shipping costs
- Match audience preferences
- Plan for seasonal demand
Pricing & Profit Calculations
Understanding Product Pricing
Learn how pricing works and how to calculate your profits.
Pricing Breakdown
Customer Price = Base Cost + Your Profit + Platform Fee
Example: $25 customer price = $15 base cost + $7 profit + $3 platform fee (25% of $12 profit for Basic plan)
Platform Fees by Plan
- Basic Plan: 25% of your profit
- Premium Plan: 10% of your profit
- Custom Plan: 5% of your profit
Profit Optimization Tips
- Research competitor pricing
- Consider your audience's budget
- Factor in value perception
- Test different price points
- Account for seasonal fluctuations
Pricing Calculator
Base Cost: $15.00
Your Profit: $10.00
Platform Fee (25%): $2.50
Customer Pays: $27.50
You Keep: $7.50
Troubleshooting Catalog Issues
Common Problems & Solutions
- Wait 2-3 minutes for import to complete
- Check your internet connection
- Try refreshing the page and importing again
- Contact support if problem persists
- Some products may be temporarily out of stock
- Try importing again to get latest availability
- Look for similar alternative products
- Check back in a few days for restocking
- Use search filters to narrow down categories
- Check if your plan supports that product type
- Some items may be seasonal or limited edition
- Contact support for special product requests
Ready to Explore the Catalog?
Start browsing thousands of products and import your favorites!