Production note
The first marketplace version should prove trust, payment, and delivery before adding complex marketplace features.
Demo article imageA practical checklist for building a creator-owned asset storefront without overengineering the first version.
Akash Gher
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A small asset marketplace does not need every feature from a large platform. It needs to prove that the buyer can understand the product, pay safely, and receive the file reliably.
A strong product page should include:
License tiers are useful because solo creators and studios have different needs. Start with personal, indie, and studio tiers. Keep the language simple.
Store large ZIP files in S3 or Supabase Storage. Only create signed download URLs after payment is confirmed. Avoid putting paid files directly in the public folder.
JSON products are enough for a small catalog. Once the store has frequent purchases, support requests, bundles, and discount codes, then it may be time to add a database.
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