Storesand

Storesand is an online marketplace that was founded in 2015 by entrepreneur Alex Thompson in San Francisco, California. The platform was created with the aim of connecting small local retailers with customers worldwide, offering a curated selection of niche and indie products ranging from handmade accessories and vintage clothing to specialty kitchenware and artisanal food items.

The business model is based on a commission structure in which stores pay a flat monthly subscription fee plus a percentage of each sale. This fee covers access to Storesand’s inventory management tools, payment processing, and marketing services. Storesand originally operated as a marketplace for physical goods, but over the past few years it has expanded into digital products such as ebooks, software, and online courses. The platform also offers shipping partnerships with carriers such as UPS and FedEx, allowing merchants to ship products globally with flat‑rate options.

In 2019, Storesand acquired the e‑commerce infrastructure startup QuickCart, which enabled the company to introduce a faster checkout experience and data analytics dashboard for merchants. The platform now serves over 4,000 active sellers in more than 30 countries.

The company’s revenue grew from $2 million in its first year to an estimated $15 million in 2023, driven largely by an increase in new merchant sign‑ups. Storesand’s key competitors include Etsy, WooCommerce, and Shopify’s marketplace features, though it differentiates itself through a focus on artisans and small‑batch producers. As of early 2026, Storesand remains privately held and is exploring potential public listing opportunities.