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eCommerce Articles
Expert articles and practical legal guides on ecommerce for uk businesses.
What Is A Consignment Agreement? (2026 Updated)
Consignment can be a great way to grow a product-based business without taking on as much upfront risk. If you're a supplier, it can get your products into new shops, studios or...
31 January 2026
How Escrow Works In The UK: Accounts, Uses, And When To Use One
If you run a small business, you’ve probably had at least one deal where you thought: “I trust them… but I’d feel a lot better if the money (or the deliverables) weren’t...
25 January 2026Business Card Payments: UK Legal Requirements, Fees And Compliance
If you run a small business, taking card payments can feel like a no-brainer. Customers expect it, it speeds up checkout, and it can make you look more established from day one....
25 January 2026
Amazon Brand Registry: Eligibility Requirements And How To Apply
If you’re building a recognisable brand and selling products online, you’ve probably come across Amazon Brand Registry while researching how to protect your listings. For many UK small businesses, getting into Brand...
24 January 2026
PCI Compliance In the UK: Practical Steps for Handling Card Payments
If you take card payments (online, in-person, or over the phone), PCI compliance in the UK is one of those “boring but crucial” parts of running a business that can save you...
23 January 2026
BNPL In the UK: Legal and Compliance Checklist
Offering Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) can be a genuine growth lever for a small business. It can increase conversion rates, lift average order values, and help customers manage cashflow. But BNPL...
19 January 2026
Is CBD Oil Legal In The UK? CBD Law And Compliance For Businesses
CBD has gone mainstream in the UK - from oils and gummies to skincare and drinks. If you’re a small business owner, that’s exciting (there’s clearly demand), but it can also feel...
18 January 2026
Running Prize Draws And Competitions To Win Money: UK Legal Rules
Competitions to win money can be a brilliant way to grow your audience, build your mailing list, and create genuine hype around your brand. But if you’re running a money competition (or...
18 January 2026
What Are Cookies Online? Website Cookie Consent And GDPR Compliance In the UK
If you run a website, chances are it uses cookies (or at least tries to). They’re one of those “small” technical things that can quickly turn into a big legal and reputational...
18 January 2026
Credit Card Chargebacks: How Businesses Can Reduce Disputes And Protect Revenue
If you run a small business, a credit card chargeback can feel like a double hit: you lose the sale, and you also lose time (and sometimes extra fees) dealing with a...
16 January 2026
Amazon Brand Registry: How To Register Your Brand And Protect Your IP
If you sell products online, you already know how quickly competitors can pop up - and how hard it can be to keep control of your listings, branding, and reputation. That’s where...
14 January 2026
Consumer Rights Act 2015: Compliance and Contract Rules for UK Businesses
If you sell to consumers in the UK, the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (often shortened to the Consumer Rights Act, or CRA 2015) isn’t optional reading - it’s a key part of...
10 January 2026
Selling Beauty Products in the UK: Legal Steps and Compliance
If you’re planning to start selling beauty products in the UK - whether that’s handmade skincare, a private-label cosmetics line, or a curated online beauty store - it’s an exciting space with...
10 January 2026
Competition Rules in the UK Explained
Whether you sell online, supply retailers, or work with local competitors in the same region, UK competition rules apply to you. The law isn’t just for big brands - small businesses can...
10 January 2026
Limited Company Trading As: Using A Trading Name In The UK
If you run a UK limited company but sell under a different brand, you’re in good company. Using a “trading as” name can make your brand more memorable, help you target different...
9 January 2026
Trade Mark Enforcement In The UK: Protect Your Brand, Stop Copycats
Your brand is one of your most valuable assets. If a competitor starts using a similar name, logo or slogan, it can confuse customers, drain your marketing spend and damage your reputation....
8 January 2026
How Takedown Notices Work In The UK
Finding your brand name misused on a marketplace, a competitor lifting your product photos, or a harmful blog post damaging your reputation can be stressful. In many cases, a well‑drafted takedown notice...
6 January 2026
Free Dropshipping In The UK: Legal Essentials
“Free dropshipping” sounds like the perfect way to launch an online store with minimal upfront costs. No inventory, low overheads and quick set-up – what’s not to love? But as a UK...
6 January 2026
Why Register a Trade Mark in the UK?
Your brand is more than a name or logo - it’s the trust customers place in your business. If you’re building a product line, a local service, or an online store, a...
6 January 2026
Refund Policy Example in the UK: What to Include + Template
Clear refunds and returns terms aren’t just good customer service - they’re a legal must-have in the UK. The right policy can reduce chargebacks, cut disputes and build trust with your buyers...
5 January 2026
Should I VAT Register In The UK?
Deciding whether to VAT register can feel like a big call for a small business. Cross the threshold and it’s mandatory. Stay below it and you’re weighing up admin effort against potential...
5 January 2026
Disclaimer Warnings In The UK: What They Are And When You Need Them
Running a business means communicating clearly with customers about what you do - and what you don’t do. A simple disclaimer warning can save you from confusion, scope creep, and unfair expectations....
5 January 2026
What Is A Copyright Claim In The UK?
If your business publishes content online, uses images in marketing, posts videos on social media or works with designers and contractors, you’re operating in the world of copyright every day. That’s why...
3 January 2026
Trade Mark Monitoring In The UK: Protect Your Brand Day-To-Day
Your trade mark is more than a logo or name – it’s the shortcut customers use to find and trust you. You’ve worked hard to build that reputation, so the last thing...
3 January 2026
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