If you would like to sell manuals on our marketplace, you can register as a supplier through our Seller Dashboard. To get started, visit:. https://www.emanualonline.com/marketplace/dashboard/. Once you complete the registration form, our onboarding t

If you would like to sell manuals on our marketplace, you can register as a supplier through our Seller Dashboard.To get started, visit:https://www.emanualonline.com/marketplace/dashboard/Once you complete the registration form, our onboarding team will review your details and contact you with the next steps. We will guide you through the setup process, help you upload your first manuals and ensure everything meets our quality standards before your listings go live.If you have any questions before applying, feel free to contact our support team.

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To maintain a high-quality marketplace, all sellers on emanualonline.com must meet our eligibility standards and agree to our publishing guidelines. These requirements ensure that customers receive accurate, reliable manuals and that all supplier lis

To maintain a high-quality marketplace, all sellers on emanualonline.com must meet our eligibility standards and agree to our publishing guidelines. These requirements ensure that customers receive accurate, reliable manuals and that all supplier listings are consistent across the platform.<h2 id="who-can-become-a-seller">Who can become a seller?</h2>You may be eligible to sell on our marketplace if you are:<ul><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A manual publisher or documentation provider</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A technical data company or content distributor</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">An independent specialist with the rights to publish your material</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A digitisation partner offering restored or legacy manuals</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A workshop or technician producing your own documentation</li></ul> If you are unsure whether you qualify, you are welcome to apply and our onboarding team will review your details. <hr> <h2 id="minimum-requirements-to-sell-on-our-marketplace">Minimum requirements to sell on our marketplace</h2> <h3 id="1-you-must-have-the-right-to-distribute-the-manuals-you-upload">1. You must have the right to distribute the manuals you upload</h3>All sellers must hold the appropriate copyright, licensing rights, or distribution permissions for the content they provide. Unauthorised or unlicensed material is strictly prohibited. <h3 id="2-manuals-must-meet-our-quality-standards">2. Manuals must meet our quality standards</h3>Every manual must:<ul><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Be clear and readable</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Include complete coverage as described in the listing</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Contain accurate model, year and engine information</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Include wiring diagrams and technical illustrations where applicable</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Be free from watermarks that obscure information</li></ul>Our team will review sample files during onboarding to ensure compliance. <h3 id="3-file-formats-must-be-supported-by-the-platform">3. File formats must be supported by the platform</h3>We accept common formats, including:<ul><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">PDF</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">ZIP</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">OVA (virtualised environments)</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Supplementary image or diagram files</li></ul>If you use a non-standard format, inform our onboarding team during setup. <h3 id="4-sellers-must-provide-accurate-product-information">4. Sellers must provide accurate product information</h3>Listings must clearly state:<ul><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Model coverage</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Year range</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Engine codes</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Region variants (if applicable)</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Version or revision details</li></ul>Accurate descriptions reduce customer issues and improve your seller rating. <h3 id="5-you-must-be-able-to-provide-timely-support">5. You must be able to provide timely support</h3>If a customer reports a coverage issue or requests clarification, sellers are expected to respond promptly to our support team so the correct manual can be provided. <hr> <h2 id="verification-and-approval">Verification and approval</h2> Once you register through the Seller Dashboard, our team will:<ol start="1"><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Review your business details</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Confirm distribution rights</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Assess sample manuals</li><li style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Approve your seller account and provide access to the upload tools</li></ol> Only approved sellers will be able to list manuals on the marketplace. <hr> <h2 id="need-help">Need help?</h2> If you have questions about eligibility, content requirements, or the approval process, our onboarding team is available to assist you every step of the way.

Seller Requirements and Eligibility

To ensure a consistent, reliable experience for our customers, all manuals listed on emanualonline.com must meet our quality and formatting standards. These guidelines help guarantee readability, accuracy and ease of use across all seller content. Pl

To ensure a consistent, reliable experience for our customers, all manuals listed on emanualonline.com must meet our quality and formatting standards. These guidelines help guarantee readability, accuracy and ease of use across all seller content. Please review the requirements below before uploading your manuals. <hr><h2 id="1-file-quality-standards">1. File Quality Standards</h2> <h3 id="readable-and-clear-pages">Readable and clear pages</h3>All pages must be:<ul><li>Sharp and legible</li><li>Free from heavy artefacts, distortion or blurring</li><li>High enough resolution for zooming and printing</li></ul>Low-quality scans or partial page captures will not be accepted. <h3 id="complete-documentation">Complete documentation</h3>Manuals must include:<ul><li>Full repair procedures</li><li>Technical specifications</li><li>Torque settings</li><li>Wiring diagrams (where applicable)</li><li>Diagnostic steps and troubleshooting</li></ul>Partial or incomplete manuals cannot be listed. <hr><h2 id="2-accuracy-and-coverage-requirements">2. Accuracy and Coverage Requirements</h2><h3 id> </h3><h3 id="correct-model-and-year-range">Correct model and year range</h3>Manuals must accurately cover the make, model, year, and variant described in the listing.Coverage details must match exactly, especially for: <ul><li>Engine codes</li><li>Trim levels</li><li>Regional versions (e.g., US, EU, AUS)</li></ul>Any known exclusions must be stated clearly in the product description. <h3 id="version-clarity">Version clarity</h3>If your manual is a specific revision, update, or volume, this must be clearly indicated. <hr><h2 id="3-accepted-file-formats">3. Accepted File Formats</h2> We currently support the following formats:<ul><li>PDF (preferred)</li><li>ZIP (bundles or large file sets)</li><li>OVA (virtualised workshop environments)</li><li>Supplementary formats (images, diagrams, text files), when included with the main manual</li></ul>If using a non-standard format, you must provide clear instructions for users. <hr><h2 id="4-file-structure-and-organisation">4. File Structure and Organisation</h2> <h3 id="naming-conventions">Naming conventions</h3>Files should be named clearly and professionally.Example:2012-2018_Ford_Focus_Workshop_Manual.pdfAvoid ambiguous or internal filenames like:manual123_final_v2_NEW.pdfscan00017.pdf <h3 id="folder-structure">Folder structure</h3>For ZIP uploads, organise content into logical folders such as:<ul><li>Engine</li><li>Wiring</li><li>Body</li><li>Transmission</li><li>Diagnostics</li></ul> This improves customer usability and reduces support requests. <hr><h2 id="5-no-obstructive-watermarks">5. No obstructive watermarks</h2> Watermarks are allowed only if they do not cover or obscure technical information.Watermarks that block text, diagrams or wiring schematics will result in the manual being rejected. <hr><h2 id="6-consistency-and-professional-presentation">6. Consistency and Professional Presentation</h2> Where possible:<ul><li>Pages should be aligned and correctly oriented</li><li>Missing pages must be replaced or noted</li><li>Index pages must be included</li><li>Colour diagrams should remain in colour</li></ul>A professional presentation enhances customer trust and seller ratings. <hr><h2 id="7-pre-upload-checklist-for-sellers">7. Pre-Upload Checklist for Sellers</h2> Before uploading, confirm:<ul><li>The manual is complete</li><li>All pages are readable</li><li>Coverage details match your listing</li><li>The file opens correctly on both Windows and Mac</li><li>Any special instructions are included (e.g., for OVA files)</li></ul> <hr><h2 id="8-quality-review">8. Quality Review</h2> All manuals undergo a quality check by our onboarding team before being approved.If improvements are required, you will be notified with specific feedback. <hr><h2 id="need-help">Need help?</h2> Our onboarding and support teams are available to assist with formatting questions or file preparation.If you are unsure about any guideline, reach out before listing your manual. <hr>

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