Sendowl Review: 10 Reasons Why We Love It for Selling Digital Products
What is SendOwl?
Sendowl is a 3rd party checkout made specifically to help you sell more digital products.
I stumbled on them while buying some ebooks from PersonalityHacker.com.
I’ve always like this kind of checkout flow and after weighing the pros and cons, decided it' would be worth the switch.
Why Did We Switch to Sendowl?
We made the switch from using the Squarespace checkout to using SendOwl January 2018 to get more control over the process and give our customers an enhanced experience. Since then we’ve made over a million dollars on the platform, thanks to these features.
Streamlined Checkout Process:
SendOwl's simple lightbox checkout removes unnecessary steps, such as entering shipping addresses, making the purchase process incredibly fast and convenient for digital product buyers.
Fully Customizable Branding:
With SendOwl, you can fully customize the checkout experience to match your brand's look and feel, ensuring a cohesive and professional buyer journey.
One-Click Upselling:
Increase your average order value with SendOwl's one-click upsell functionality. After the initial purchase, you can offer complementary products or services with a single click.
Abandoned Cart Recovery:
Never lose a sale again! SendOwl's abandoned cart email feature automatically sends reminders to customers who didn't complete their purchase, giving you a second chance to convert them.
Seamless Email Marketing Integration:
SendOwl integrates with popular email marketing platforms like ConvertKit, allowing you to capture leads and nurture them through automated campaigns.
Built-in Affiliate Program:
Expand your reach and earn more with SendOwl's built-in affiliate program. No need for costly third-party affiliate tracking apps.
Product Bundling:
Bundle your digital products together for a more attractive offer and increased perceived value, boosting your sales potential.
Membership/Subscription Functionality:
Easily create and manage membership plans or subscription-based offerings, unlocking recurring revenue streams.
Automatic Product Updates:
Ensure your customers always have access to the latest versions of your digital products by seamlessly updating them through SendOwl.
Robust Content Protection:
Protect your digital assets with SendOwl's advanced content protection features, including content dripping, expiration dates, and download limits.
Is it right for you?
These features for me, meant more control.
If you’re business is built around digital products and you want to maximize what you can do - I definitely recommend it.
Using this and a Squarespace business plan combined should be under $50/mo - or about the cost of the advanced commerce plan.
How to integrate Sendowl with Squarespace
When you create a product in Sendowl you can use the checkout link to create your own buy buttons and product pages. Again very flexible.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About SendOwl
How does SendOwl work?
A: SendOwl is an easy-to-use digital sales platform. When a customer purchases a digital product, SendOwl automatically sends them a secure download link. SendOwl also provides tools for marketing, analytics, and overall management of your digital product sales.
Does SendOwl cost money?
A: Yes, SendOwl has several pricing plans ranging from $9 to $39 per month. They suit businesses of varying sizes and sales volumes.
Can I sell physical products on SendOwl?
A: Yes, in addition to digital products, SendOwl supports the sale of physical items.
Are there restrictions on the types of files I can sell?
A: No, SendOwl supports a wide range of file formats (e.g., .doc, .exe, PDF).
Where is SendOwl based?
A: SendOwl was founded in London and operates globally.
Is SendOwl a payment gateway?
A: No, SendOwl integrates seamlessly with popular payment gateways like Stripe and PayPal to process payments.
Does SendOwl have an app?
A: While SendOwl doesn't have a standalone app, it integrates with Shopify through a dedicated app on the Shopify App Store.
What fees does SendOwl charge?
A: SendOwl does not take a percentage of your sales. They have fixed monthly subscription fees. Your chosen payment gateway (Stripe or PayPal) will have its own transaction fees (e.g., Stripe charges 2.9% + $0.30 per transaction in the US).
What is the file size limit on SendOwl?
A: SendOwl allows direct uploads up to 1GB. You can use FTP for larger files. To sell groups of files, use SendOwl's Bundle feature.