Sell on Earth's Largest Marketplace for Type 1 diabetics.
The Useless Pancreas is the world's largest marketplace for Type 1 diabetics. Created by diabetic-inspired small businesses, our curated selection of products helps to make the journey with Type 1 simpler, safer, and a little more fun! Partner with us, and we’ll handle everything from store setup to product promotion—all at an affordable price. Join our growing family today!
Serving the Type 1 community.
Setting up your store. (Don't lift a finger. We've got it!)
Listing Your Products
We'll setup your storefront and list your products for sale.
Posting Your Reviews
We'll import your hard earned reviews so all can see.
Linking Your Blog Articles
We'll post your useful blog articles on the marketplace and link to your products.
Order Transfers
We sync inventory in real-time and transfer orders to your Shopify store (optional).
Getting the word out.
You created something special for the Type 1 community and we want to let them know all about it. Here are just a few ways in which we'll help you promote your amazing brand and products.
Paid Digital Advertising
Running paid ads on Google, Facebook, and Instagram helps increase visibility, drive traffic, and generate leads. Our highly targeted campaigns find potential customers looking for your products.
Seller Spotlight Campaigns
We want to tell your story and our customers want to hear it! Sign up for our seller spotlight campaign and have your brand and products featured in one of our weekly newsletters!
Exciting Giveaways and Contests
We can setup exciting contests and giveaways to generate social media buzz, bring new leads and generate sales. Everyone wants to learn about new, cool products for T1Ds and everyone loves a chance to win!
Weekly Product Recommendation Emails
We'll send personalized recommendations to our customers, showcasing your products as the perfect match. This keeps your products top of mind while providing our customers with the solutions they are looking for.
Social Media Posts
Sit back while we create content that presents your products to the T1D community. Our "Useless posts" 😁 show subscribers how our seller's products help solve everyday problems that arise with Type 1 diabetes.
Live Sales and Support
We offer real-time chat support to help our customers find the solutions they're looking for - just like yours.
Expand Your Reach to T1D Professionals
Unlock the potential of your products. Register for T1DPro and gain exclusive access to a network of healthcare professionals and influencers. Offer product samples to these key opinion leaders and watch your brand recognition soar.
WHY SELL WITH USeless?
Our Offer vs. Etsy
| Services | The Useless Pancreas | Etsy |
|---|---|---|
| Niche Marketplace for the T1D Community | Yes | No |
| White Glove Onboarding and Store Setup | Yes | No |
| Personalized Service and Listings Maintenance | Yes | No |
| Comprehensive Brand and Product Promotion | Yes | No |
| Access to Community Professionals and Influencers | Yes | No |
| Store Sync and Order Transfer (for Shopify Stores) | Yes | No |
Our Prices vs. Etsy
| Fees | The Useless Pancreas | Etsy |
|---|---|---|
| Store Setup Fee | Included | Based on Store |
| Listing Fees | Included | 20 cents per item |
| Transaction Fees | Included | 6.5% |
| Offsite Ads Fee | Included | 15% (for sales less than $10,000) |
| Email Marketing | Included | N/A |
| Influencer Access | Included | N/A |
| Total Fees | 20% (plus payment processing)* | 20 cents per item + 21.5% (plus payment processing) |
*Payment processing fee are based off transaction method. Standard credit card payments cost 2.9% plus $.30 and PayPal payments cost 3.49% + $.49.
Our committment to you.
We're dedicated to helping your small businesses thrive . We'll set up your online store and advertise your products, so you can focus on what you do best. You'll only pay a fee when you make a sale and there are never long-term commitments.
Get started now!
Join our growing family of sellers and reach those in the Type 1 community. They cannot wait to see what you have created for them!