C2C Sales
C2C (Consumer-to-Consumer) sales is a business model where individual consumers sell products or services directly to other consumers, typically facilitated by online platforms. It enables peer-to-peer transactions without traditional intermediaries like retailers, allowing individuals to monetize used goods, handmade items, or services. This model is central to the sharing economy and e-commerce marketplaces that connect buyers and sellers.
Developers should learn about C2C sales when building or maintaining online marketplaces, auction sites, or peer-to-peer platforms like eBay, Etsy, or Craigslist. Understanding this model is crucial for implementing features such as user profiles, payment processing, rating systems, and dispute resolution mechanisms that ensure secure and efficient transactions between consumers.