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Reverse Search

This article provides a thorough understanding of the "Reverse Search" feature, accessing our product database for alternative options.

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Written by Luca
Updated over 5 months ago

"Reverse Search" is a dynamic feature designed to maximize the potential of our comprehensive product database. By using an ASIN (Amazon Standard Identification Number), EAN (European Article Number), or a list containing either of these identifiers, users can delve into our extensive database to find their desired products. You also have the option of filtering by different brands, such as "Bosch" if you need other products for a brand activation on Amazon. Here we search for all products with the brand Bosch from the database that might be suitable for you.

This ProfitPath tool is invaluable for sourcing products at a lower cost, locating them with alternative retailers when they are out of stock or to find products from your competitors.

Key Benefits of Reverse Search

Expansive Database Access: With Reverse Search, users have the capability to search through our entire product database using ASIN, EAN codes or Brands. This vast access ensures a higher likelihood of finding the exact product or a suitable alternative.

Cost Efficiency: This feature can assist users in finding the same products at lower prices, thereby offering opportunities for cost savings and higher profit margins.

Alternative Sourcing: In situations where a product is out of stock with a preferred retailer, Reverse Search provides options to source the product from other retailers.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Accessing Reverse Search: Navigate to the "Research" tab on our platform. Click on the "Reverse Search" option. You should land on the following page: Reverse Search Link.

2. Selecting Search Type: On the Reverse Search page, you will have the option to select the type of identifier you want to use for your search. Choose between GTIN/EAN and ASIN. Select your country.

3. Entering Product Identifiers: Enter the EAN or ASIN code of the product you are interested in. If you have a list, you can enter multiple codes. Ensure that the codes are entered correctly to get accurate search results.

4. Initiating the Search: Once you have entered your EAN or ASIN codes, click the "Search" button.

The platform will then search through the database to find matches for your entered codes.

5. Reviewing Results: If the product is available in our database, it will be displayed immediately. You can then view the details of the product, including pricing, availability, and supplier information.

6. Upload a file or scan favorites: You also habe to option to either upload a file with a maximum of 2MB and 1k rows or scan your favorites with on click. To upload a file: click on "📥 Import" -> "Drag and drop or choose file to upload" -> Select GTIN/EAN, ASIN or brands column -> "📥 Import"

To scan a favorite group: click on "📥 Import" -> select a favorite group under "Groups" -> "📥 Import"

Reverse Search is an essential tool for anyone looking to optimize their product sourcing strategy. Whether it's finding better prices, alternative suppliers, rare items or products from your competitors this feature simplifies the process and opens up a world of possibilities.

If you have further questions, please do not hesitate to contact our support team via discord or write us an email at public@profitpath.app

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