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CJdropshipping Custom Packaging Guide: Boxes, Bags & More
At CJdropshipping, packaging is treated as a core part of your brand expression. We provide a wide spectrum of customizable packaging formats designed to improve product protection, enhance unboxing experiences, and communicate your brand value at first sight.
Below is a fully expanded and deeply optimized overview of every packaging type we support. Each section covers applications, material features, customization options, usage guidelines, and brand recommendations.
Why Custom Packaging Matters for Your Brand?
Custom packaging is more than product protection—it’s a core part of your brand identity. The way your package looks and feels shapes customers' first impressions, influences perceived product value, and strengthens the emotional connection with your brand.
A well-designed custom package helps you:
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Stand out instantly with recognizable visuals and consistent branding
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Enhance the unboxing experience, making it memorable and premium
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Increase customer loyalty and repeat purchases through thoughtful presentation
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Encourage social sharing, driving organic exposure and word-of-mouth
Even simple elements—like branded cards, labels, or pouches—can significantly elevate your brand presence.
Custom Packaging at CJdropshipping
At CJdropshipping, we offer a comprehensive and brand-centric packaging service designed to elevate your customer experience from the inside out. Our fulfillment team evaluates each order and applies your selected packaging elements with precision—ensuring every parcel reflects your brand aesthetics, product needs, and quality standards.
To support brands across different product categories and positioning, we provide a full spectrum of customizable packaging options, ranging from structural boxes and soft pouches to cards, labels, manuals, and shipping materials. These options can be used individually or combined to create a cohesive, memorable, and professional unboxing experience.
Available packaging types include:
Folding Box · Mailer Box · Lid Top Box · Glasses Box · Jewelry Box · Watch Box · Carton · Card · Soft Material Pouch · Bubble Envelope · Zipper Bag · Transport Bag · Label · Sticker · User Manual · Socks Label...and more.
CJ Custom Packaging Types and Application Examples
1. Folding Box
Best for: Jewelry, cosmetics, accessories, gadgets, lightweight retail items.
Material & Features:
- Made of coated paperboard or kraft material
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Lightweight, cost-effective, easy to stack
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Smooth surface suitable for high-quality printing
Customization Options:
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Full-color printing
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Logo embossing, spot UV, matte/glossy lamination
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Custom shapes, die-cut windows
How We Apply It:
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Replaces the original packaging if sizes match
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If larger, product is placed directly into the custom box
Ideal For Brands That:
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Sell small retail products and want a clean, modern brand presence
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Seek to showcase color, patterns, or artistic layouts
Notes:
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Do not overfill; folding boxes are not designed for heavy-duty impact protection.
2. Mailer Box
Best for: Apparel, shoes, gift sets, subscription boxes, accessories.
Material & Features:
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Corrugated cardboard, strong compression resistance
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Suitable for shipping without additional outer cartons
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Large printing surface for branding
Customization Options:
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Full box printing, inside/outside graphics
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Kraft or white base material
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Custom inserts for product positioning
How We Apply It:
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Inner packaging (typically zip bag) is placed inside the box
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If custom zipper bag is included, it replaces the original
Ideal For Brands That:
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Offer subscription boxes or curated sets
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Want a premium unboxing feel at moderate cost
Notes:
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Add protective padding for fragile items.
3. Lid Top Box
Best for: Premium gifts, luxury items, small electronics, ornaments.
Material & Features:
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Rigid cardboard structure, solid and elegant
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More upscale than folding boxes
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Crisp edges and excellent print quality
Customization Options:
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Embossing/debossing, foil stamping, velvet interior lining
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Custom inserts (foam, velvet, cardboard)
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Magnetic closure
How We Apply It:
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Product is placed directly inside if original packaging is removed
Ideal For Brands That:
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Seek a luxurious, gift-like presentation
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Sell high-value items needing structured protection
Notes:
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Higher cost but significantly boosts customer perception.
4. Glasses Box & Pouch
Best for: Sunglasses, reading glasses, optical eyewear.
Material & Features:
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Rigid protective structure
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Interior lining to prevent scratches
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Designed to fit eyewear safely
Customization Options:
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Exterior printing or debossed logo
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Custom pouch + cleaning cloth sets
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Hard-shell or soft-shell styles
How We Apply It:
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Glasses + cleaning cloth are placed into the pouch (if included), then boxed
Ideal For Brands That:
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Sell eyewear and emphasize premium presentation
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Want to reinforce brand identity in eye-care markets
Notes:
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Consider adding microfiber pouches for added value.
5. Custom Card & Hang Tag
Best for:
All product categories, especially apparel, accessories, beauty products, and gift items.
Materials & Features:
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High-quality card stock with optional matte, glossy, or textured finishes
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Suitable for customer messaging, product information, and brand storytelling
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Durable and professional appearance for both in-box cards and product-attached hang tags
Customization Options:
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Logo, product details, brand story, or care instructions
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QR codes linking to websites, social media, or discount pages
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Personalized thank-you notes, coupons, or promotional messages
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Hang tag-specific options: string styles, punch holes, specialty shapes, and premium finishes (foil, embossing, spot UV)
How We Apply It:
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In-box cards: Placed inside the parcel, typically on top of the product for maximum visibility
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Hang tags: Attached directly to apparel or accessories after removing generic tags, ensuring a clean branded presentation
Ideal For Brands That:
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Want to enhance professionalism and strengthen brand perception
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Aim to increase customer engagement, repeat purchasing, and reviews
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Sell apparel, accessories, or lifestyle goods that benefit from a retail-ready look
Notes:
Custom cards and hang tags are low-cost additions that significantly elevate brand identity, enrich the unboxing experience, and create meaningful touchpoints with customers.
6. Drawstring Pouch
Best for: Jewelry, watches, small accessories, gift items, collectible pieces.
Material & Features:
This category of pouches includes a wide range of soft, flexible materials such as:
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Velvet/velour
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Fabric/cotton
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Satin/silk-like
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Microfiber
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Felt or blended textiles
Key Features:
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Soft texture that protects items from scratches
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Lightweight, reusable, and gift-friendly
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Adds a premium or handcrafted feel depending on the material
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Great for small, delicate, or giftable products
Customization Options:
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Logo printing, embroidery, foil stamping
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Custom drawstring colors or ribbon closures
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Tailored sizes and shapes
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Multiple fabric textures for different brand aesthetics
How We Apply It:
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Original small product packaging is removed
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The product is placed directly into the custom pouch
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Can be combined with jewelry boxes or watch boxes for layered presentation
Ideal For Brands That:
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Sell premium small items (jewelry, watches, charms)
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Want an elegant, natural, or artisanal brand vibe
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Prefer reusable and environmentally friendly packaging
Notes:
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Soft pouches significantly increase perceived value while offering protective cushioning.
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Choosing fabric or satin material can align with sustainable or luxury branding strategies.
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7. Bubble Envelope
Best for: Fragile, small, lightweight items (cosmetics, tech accessories).
Material & Features:
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Built-in bubble wrap for impact absorption
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Lightweight for cost-efficient shipping
Customization Options:
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Branded printing or logo stickers
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Color variations (pink, black, kraft, etc.)
How We Apply It:
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Product is placed directly inside
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Shipping label does not obstruct printed logo
Ideal For Brands That:
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Want cost savings while protecting fragile goods
Notes:
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Not suitable for items requiring rigid protection.
8. Watch Box
Best for: Smartwatches, classic watches, luxury timepieces.
Material & Features:
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Rigid and structured, often with velvet or foam interior
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Protects precision components
Customization Options:
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Embossed logos, magnetic lids, premium foams
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Dual compartments for accessories (straps, tools)
How We Apply It:
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Watches are mounted on cushions or holders before boxing
Ideal For Brands That:
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Sell high-value watches and want a deluxe reveal
Notes:
- Strongly enhances unboxing and perceived value.
9. Sticker & Label Solutions
Best for:
All product categories requiring branding, quick guidance, or product identification.
Scope Includes:
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Brand stickers for packaging decoration
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Instructional stickers offering key usage or care tips (as a complement to full user manuals)
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Product labels such as size, material, or compliance labels
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Socks labels (wrap bands) for clean, retail-ready presentation
Materials & Features:
Waterproof or paper-based options; suitable for both decorative and functional labeling; easy to apply on products, packaging, or as inserts.
Customization Options:
Logos, QR codes, usage tips, care icons, barcodes, brand elements, or promotional messages; available in matte, gloss, or special finishes.
How We Apply It:
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Affixed to packaging or product surfaces where suitable
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Used alongside Instruction/User Manuals to highlight essential info
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Socks labels are wrapped around folded socks after removing generic labels
Notes:
Label-based packaging elements are low-cost, versatile, and effective for enhancing brand recognition while improving product clarity and customer experience.
10. Zipper Bag
Best for: Apparel, accessories, textiles, small retail products.
Material & Features:
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Durable, resealable, dust-resistant
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Transparent or frosted styles
Customization Options:
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Large logo print area
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Custom sizes, material thickness, colors
How We Apply It:
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Replaces original poly bags
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Sealed before placement into boxes
Ideal For Brands That:
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Want a clean, polished inner packaging look
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Prefer reusable, premium-feel pouches
Notes:
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Enhances hygiene and protects fabric goods.
11. Transport Bag
Best for: Apparel, soft goods, non-fragile items.
Material & Features:
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Lightweight waterproof poly mailer
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Tear-resistant
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Suitable for direct shipping
Customization Options:
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Full-surface printing or minimalist logo placement
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Matte or glossy finish
How We Apply It:
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Used as the outermost packaging for shipping
Ideal For Brands That:
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Sell clothing or soft, unbreakable items
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Want a budget-friendly branded shipping bag
Notes:
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Not recommended for fragile products.
12. Jewelry Box
Best for: Rings, necklaces, bracelets, high-end jewelry.
Material & Features:
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Rigid box structure with soft interior padding
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Highly protective, luxurious look and feel
Customization Options:
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Velvet interior, foil-stamped logo, premium inserts
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Custom shapes for product-specific designs
How We Apply It:
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Jewelry is placed directly inside; pouches or foam included when necessary
Ideal For Brands That:
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Target luxury, gifting, or boutique markets
Notes:
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Strongly reinforces premium brand positioning.
Combining Packaging Types
Many brands achieve their best unboxing results by combining multiple packaging elements into a layered system. At CJdropshipping, we assemble these components in the most logical sequence to ensure both functionality and aesthetics.
How We Combine Packaging Types:
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Product-Level Customization:Replace original labels, tags, or inner bags with your custom versions.
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Protective Inner Packaging:Use custom zipper bags, soft pouches, or bubble envelopes to secure the item.
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Outer Presentation:Place everything into a branded mailer box, folding box, or transport bag.
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Brand Touchpoints:Insert thank-you cards, hang tags, stickers, or quick instruction labels to reinforce messaging.
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Final Assembly:Organize components neatly to deliver a clean, premium unboxing flow.
Example Workflow (Apparel):
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Apply custom label or hang tag
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Pack the item into a custom zipper bag
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Place it inside a branded mailer box or transport bag
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Add a thank-you card or promotional insert
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Seal and ship
Benefits:
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Ensures consistent brand identity across every layer
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Enhances perceived value and customer satisfaction
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Supports curated unboxing experiences for different product lines
Build a Memorable Brand Experience with CJdropshipping
Custom packaging is one of the most influential ways to differentiate your brand and elevate every customer interaction. With CJdropshipping’s wide range of customizable packaging types and professional assembly process, you can craft a cohesive unboxing experience that reflects your brand’s character, improves customer engagement, and increases long-term loyalty.
Whether you’re focused on premium presentation, sustainability, or simple brand consistency, our team is ready to help you tailor the perfect packaging solution. If you have unique requirements or need guidance on selecting the best combination for your products, feel free to contact us anytime—we’re here to support your brand’s growth.
If you have any questions or special packaging requirements, please feel free to contact us anytime.







