# Using the Syncio Marketplace

Your passport to matching with the perfect business partner

Written by Rayman  
January 28, 2024

The Syncio Marketplace is currently in early-access, add your profile details now to reserve a spot!

Using the Marketplace to find new stores to connect to is simple and easy. Here's 3 things to check out:

1. [Marketplace profiles](https://help.syncio.co/en/articles/7975819-using-the-syncio-marketplace#h_2523df1ecd)

2. [Browsing the marketplace](https://help.syncio.co/en/articles/7975819-using-the-syncio-marketplace#h_9acc2056f2)

3. [Contacting a potential partner](https://help.syncio.co/en/articles/7975819-using-the-syncio-marketplace#h_0dc5aa89f9)

## 1) Updating your profile

Before using the Syncio Marketplace You will need to add a few simple details to your **Syncio Marketplace Profile**

This boosts your store's visibility and makes it easy for other online stores to find yours.

Click on the **[Settings]** tab on the left and then into **[Marketplace settings]** to update your profile.

**Brand Name:** Your store's / brand's name  
**Instagram:** Add an optional social media link  
**Website:** Add a link to your online store.  
**Location:** Pick a country/ region to help nearby partners find you.  
**Store Category:** The category products do you sell, for example: Toys & Games  
**Number of Products:** Give your potential partners an idea of how many products your store has to offer.  
**Profile Images:** Add up to 6 images to your profile to best represent your brand. The first image will be displayed as your profile pic.

Hit the **[Save]** button when done. Like-minded Syncio stores will now be able to discover your store, and will make it easier to share your details when messaging a store you want to connect with.

## 2) Browsing the marketplace

Click the **[Syncio Marketplace]** link on the left navbar and start looking for your next partner.

You can search and filter partner stores by:

**Keyword Search:** search by product category or a store name

**Filters**

- **Location:** filter stores that operate in your country/ region
- **Number of products:**
- **Category:** the main product category on offer, for example: Toys & Games

Check in regularly for new stores to discover!

## 3) Contacting a potential partner store

Found store you wish to sync products with? Start the conversation by clicking on the **[Invite to Connect]** button.

This opens a pop-up where you can type a message to get in touch with the store you want to work with.

Clicking **[Send message]** emails your message to that store. A copy of the message will be forwarded to your email inbox. You can then continue the conversation via email.

The email used will be the address saved under **preferred contact method**.

You can update your email by clicking into **[Settings]** and then **[Notification Settings]**

## 4) What's next after finding a potential partner

Check out these tailored guides for next steps!

- [Source store (suppliers, brands, creators)](https://help.syncio.co/en/articles/7975903-collaboration-tips-source-store)  
- [Destination store (retailers, dropshippers)](https://help.syncio.co/en/articles/7975819-using-the-syncio-marketplace)