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Become an Xcat Trusted Seller
Sell through a growing UK marketplace focused on trusted products, stronger seller margins, and long-term marketplace growth.
FREE product listings, NO insertion fees, low marketplace commission, and lower competition compared with many larger marketplaces.
Xcatalogue launched in early 2025 as a single-vendor ecommerce marketplace focused on quality tools, batteries, workshop supplies, refurbished products, home & garden products, electronics, and trusted DIY and trade essentials.
Since launch, Xcat has continued to grow through direct sales, repeat customers, practical ecommerce experience, and multi-channel selling across platforms including WooCommerce and eBay.
Xcat Marketplace is now preparing for the next phase — opening to carefully selected trusted sellers.
We are building a trusted UK marketplace focused on quality listings, reliable fulfilment, fair pricing, and long-term seller relationships — not race-to-the-bottom selling.
Marketplace onboarding is launching soon, and we are currently building our priority list of approved sellers ready for launch.
We are not looking for everyone — we are looking for the right sellers with products that align with the Xcat marketplace and customer base.
Why Sell Through the Xcat Marketplace?
Many independent sellers use multiple platforms including eBay, Amazon, Facebook Marketplace, WooCommerce, and specialist ecommerce marketplaces.
Xcat is designed to support long-term seller growth by helping sellers reduce dependence on expensive high-competition marketplaces alone.
Unlike larger marketplaces focused purely on volume, Xcat focuses on:
- Trusted UK marketplace growth
- Lower competition for sellers
- Long-term repeat customers
- Better seller margins
- Specialist and practical product categories
- Approved trusted sellers only
- Real marketplace relationships instead of anonymous mass listings
Many sellers use:
- eBay for visibility and traffic
- Xcat for stronger margins and repeat customers
- Their own website for brand growth
Learn more in our guide: Websites Like eBay UK .
What Products Can You Sell Through Xcat?
We are currently looking for products aligned with the Xcat marketplace and customer base, including:
- Power tools
- Power tool batteries
- Gaming consoles
- Hand tools
- Electrical products
- Home & garden products
- Accessories and consumables
- Workshop stock
- Refurbished products
- Clearance and surplus stock
- Solar power products
- Gardening tools and accessories
- DIY and trade products
- Replacement parts and repair products
- Specialist workshop products
If you already sell online or want to expand into a growing UK marketplace, Xcat offers a focused platform for trusted sellers and practical products.
Your Products May Need a New Category — And That’s Fine
As new trusted sellers join the marketplace, new product categories sometimes need to be created to properly support the right products.
That is not a problem — it is part of marketplace growth.
If your products fit the Xcat marketplace but do not perfectly match an existing category, we can review and build the correct marketplace structure where required.
This helps improve:
- Product visibility
- Buyer trust
- Marketplace navigation
- Internal SEO structure
- Long-term marketplace growth
We focus on building the right marketplace — not forcing quality sellers into the wrong category.
Good products should be easy for buyers to find. Sometimes that means building a new category around the right seller.
We are not just accepting sellers.
We are building the marketplace with them.
How Marketplace Seller Registration Works
Step 1 – Create Your Xcat Account
Create your free Xcatalogue account so your seller application can be linked directly to your profile.
Step 2 – Submit Your Seller Interest Form
Inside your My Account dashboard, select Become an Xcat Trusted Seller and submit your seller application form.
Step 3 – Marketplace Review
We manually review all seller applications to ensure products match the Xcat marketplace and meet our seller standards.
Step 4 – Priority Seller Launch List
Approved sellers are added to our priority onboarding list and contacted first when marketplace onboarding begins.
Xcat Seller Standards
Xcat focuses on trusted marketplace growth and long-term seller relationships.
To help maintain buyer trust and marketplace quality, sellers are expected to maintain professional standards including:
- Accurate product descriptions
- Honest condition reporting
- Reliable dispatch and fulfilment
- Professional customer communication
- Fair pricing
- Products matching marketplace categories
- Compliance with marketplace rules and standards
Listings may require admin review before publication, and seller approval may be reviewed if marketplace standards are not maintained.
Xcat Marketplace Seller Fees
We keep marketplace pricing simple, transparent, and seller-focused.
There are:
- No monthly subscription fees
- No insertion fees
- No hidden listing costs
Launch Seller Fee Structure
No listing fees + 10% marketplace commission per completed sale + £0.30 admin processing fee per order.
Xcat absorbs the customer payment gateway fee when orders are placed through the marketplace checkout system.
The seller remains responsible for payout transfer fees when cleared funds are released.
Marketplace Comparison Example – £100 Sale
| Platform | Typical Seller Retained |
|---|---|
| Xcat Marketplace | ~£89.70 |
| eBay (Typical Promoted Listing) | ~£82–£85 |
| Amazon Marketplace | ~£75–£85 |
Figures shown are typical examples and may vary depending on category, promoted ads, fulfilment method, returns, and payment channel.
Our goal is simple:
- Better seller margins
- Trusted marketplace growth
- Long-term repeat customers
- Fair seller fee structure
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Frequently Asked Questions
What products can I sell through Xcat?
We currently focus on practical products including tools, batteries, home & garden products, electronics, workshop supplies, refurbished stock, consumables, accessories, and related DIY and trade categories.
Can I sell refurbished products?
Yes. Refurbished and tested products are welcome where they meet marketplace standards and include honest condition reporting.
Can I sell on eBay and Xcat at the same time?
Yes. Many sellers use a multi-channel selling strategy across eBay, marketplaces, WooCommerce websites, and specialist ecommerce platforms.
Do I need an existing business to apply?
Not necessarily. However, sellers should demonstrate reliable fulfilment, honest selling practices, and products suitable for the Xcat marketplace.
Are all seller applications approved?
No. Seller applications are manually reviewed to help maintain marketplace quality and buyer trust.
Ready to Become an Xcat Trusted Seller?
We are building a UK marketplace based on trust, practical products, long-term seller relationships, and stronger seller margins.
Create your free Xcat account and register your seller interest to join the priority trusted seller launch list.
Already registered? Log in and access Become an Xcat Trusted Seller from your My Account dashboard.