How to make money online for beginners without paying anything as a student

[Khusbu]

Hi, Khubsu here. I am a master's student. I am planning to explore the dropshipping business, but I have heard that I can make money from digital products too. Is there an easy way to quickly start making money online without investing anything?

Dropshipping easy or Digital product?

Please suggest me if others which is easy....to start.

[Promer-Aila]

Hi @Khusbu 

As a student with no upfront investment, digital products might be the better option because they have zero inventory costs and higher profit margins compared to dropshipping. You can sell ebooks, templates, printables, or online courses on platforms like Shopify (using free apps like Digital Downloads) or Gumroad.

Dropshipping is still a good option, but it requires marketing expenses (like ads) to drive traffic. If you choose dropshipping, focus on a niche with low competition and use a free marketing strategy like SEO, TikTok, or Instagram Reels to attract customers.

If you want quick results, try freelancing on Fiverr or Upwork (selling skills like writing, design, or tutoring) while building your digital product business.

[Zopi]

Hi @Khusbu, 

I understand your concern. Both dropshipping and digital products can be profitable, but they each have their own pros and cons, depending on what you’re looking for. Dropshipping is often easier to start because it doesn’t require holding inventory. However, it does require research, good supplier relationships, and strong marketing skills to stand out in a crowded market.

If you're looking for a low-investment way to start with dropshipping, Shopify now offers a 3-day free trial for new users to explore its features without any cost. After the trial, you can opt for a promotional plan at just $1 per month for the next three months. Additionally, you can use dropshipping apps like Zopi to help manage the process from start to finish. You can opt for the Free Plan, which includes a lower usage quota and basic features like product discovery, product import & management, and order processing.