E-commerce companies make money in different ways. The main one is when people buy things on their website, and the company takes a small part of that sale. It's like a fee for using the platform.

Some e-commerce sites also have membership plans where you pay a regular fee for special benefits. They can make money from showing ads or partnering with other companies too.

Sometimes, e-commerce businesses offer extra services like handling payments or shipping, and they charge for these services. So, they earn money not just from selling stuff but also from other things they do to make your shopping experience smooth.