At Junkyard of Shangri-La, we carefully select shops based on specific criteria to help ensure a trustworthy and reliable experience for our users. Shops featured on our site must meet the following criteria:
• Secure Website: All shops must have a fully functional website that uses HTTPS for secure browsing and transactions.
• Fast Response Times: Shops must have a page load or API response time that meets performance standards. Ideally, the site should score below 2.5 seconds on Google's PageSpeed Insights Speed Index. We conduct internal benchmarks, which may vary from Google's results, but still recommend their tool as a guideline. Sites with longer response times can delay search result processing and impact the user experience on Junkyard of Shangri-La.
• Searchable Products: The shop's website must provide a searchable product catalogue, allowing users to easily find Gunpla kits, decals, and tools.
• Product Images: Each product listing must include a clear image that accurately represents the item being sold. Supported formats include PNG, JPEG, WebP and AVIF.
• Clear Availability Information: Products must clearly indicate availability, either through visible labels (e.g., in-stock, pre-order) or through filtering options.
• Accurate Product Listings: Products should be accurately priced and labelled, with no misleading information about availability or price.