Print on Demand Glossary
Whether you’re building your first brand or scaling your D2C empire, this glossary breaks down every term you’ll encounter across design, printing, ecommerce, and fulfillment.
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Print on Demand
Sell without holding inventory. POD lets print your product only when someone orders it.
02
Print Area
The maximum space where your design can be printed on the product. This is the defined space where your artwork will appear.
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Mockup Generator
A tool that creates preview images of your product with design. Used to visualize product with the design.
04
API Integration
API integration links your ecommerce site (like Shopify or WooCommerce) with your POD partner so that orders, product data, and statuses sync automatically in real time.
05
Branding
Branding add-ons that make the product truly yours. This helps create a private-label feel and strengthens brand recall among customers.
06
White Label
Products printed and shipped without the supplier’s name. Your customers see your brand, not the printer.
07
Bulk Orders
If you plan to sell offline, stock for events, or save on per-unit pricing, bulk orders help. Many POD services offer better rates for orders above 50, 100, or more units.
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Custom Orders
Your customer uploads a name, quote, or artwork and you place a one-off printing order. This is common in gifting and personalized products.
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Live Printing Status
From "Design Received" to "Printed" to "Shipped"status tracking helps you and your customer stay updated without manual follow-ups.
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Client Dashboard
Your control center or back end for managing POD orders, designs, and updates.
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Fulfillment Panel
A backend panel for suppliers to manage orders. It helps smooth operations, dispatch timelines, and communication.
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Mockup Approval
After you submit your design, a mockup is generated for approval. This step helps avoid print mistakes and ensures design placement.
