Wildberries, a major online marketplace, plans to raise commissions for sellers dealing with electronics and household appliances starting January 8. This development was disclosed by a company spokesperson. The change will affect a broad range of electronic categories, and the new fee structure will be implemented across the platform in the coming weeks as merchants prepare to adjust their pricing and margins.
According to the spokesperson, the average commission increase will be five percentage points, bringing the typical rate into the 10% to 23% band. In addition to electronics, a specific surcharge will apply to sellers of headphones, computer monitors, cameras, game controllers, electric scooters, and related gadgets. Chargers and power accessories will see a two percentage point rise in their commission as well. This shift signals a tighter cost environment for vendors supplying popular consumer tech and accessories through Wildberries.
The company notes that these changes do not extend to other product groups. Merchants selling non-electronic items can expect the existing fee terms to remain in place, with no changes announced for those categories at this time. The approach appears to target higher-margin or fast-moving electronics items where platform services, logistics, and exposure can significantly impact sales volume and profitability.
In separate news, Wildberries has announced tests for a new cancel order feature. The ability to cancel a purchase immediately after placing an order is slated to roll out across both the website and mobile apps early next year. The company explains that the option is designed to help customers correct mistakes, such as choosing the wrong delivery address or adding more items than intended. The feature aims to reduce friction in the checkout flow, potentially lowering cart abandonment and improving overall customer satisfaction for shoppers who want greater control over last-minute changes before fulfillment.
Looking back at risk and security topics, the platform has also reported on decisions related to a significant financial incident previously disclosed. The company indicated ongoing actions to address issues tied to the incident and to strengthen safeguards around payment processing and order handling. For sellers and observers in North America, these updates underscore the importance of reliable payment systems and robust fraud prevention measures in cross-border commerce, where platform integrity and user trust are paramount. Wildberries’ public statements emphasize a commitment to continuous improvement in operations, security, and user experience as it expands its footprint in international markets.