What Happened to BrickLink After Its Founder Died. From Family-Run Site to LEGO Group Ownership
After Daniel Jezek’s death, BrickLink survived under his family, was acquired by NXMH in 2013 and then bought by the LEGO Group in 2019. This is how a fan-built marketplace became part of the LEGO ecosystem.
How BrickLink Began. Daniel Jezek and the Marketplace That Changed LEGO Reselling
BrickLink began as Daniel Jezek’s answer to a practical problem with online LEGO parts selling. Within a year, BrickBay had grown into a marketplace that was reshaping the secondary market.
Should You Keep Empty LEGO Sticker Sheets? A Collector’s Guide
Should you keep the empty paper left after applying LEGO stickers? Here’s when a sticker sheet still matters, when the backing can be discarded, and why collectors should treat the two differently.
How the BrickLink Designer Program Works. From Fan Design to Limited-Run Set
A step-by-step guide to the BrickLink Designer Program, from Studio submissions and community support to crowdfunding, limited production and ordering through LEGO.com.
Selling on BrickLink as a Business? The New Withdrawal Flow Changes EU Order Handling
BrickLink now supports a dedicated withdrawal flow for qualifying B2C sales in the EU. Here’s what business sellers need to know about the 14-day right, return costs and the difference between withdrawal and defective-goods claims.
How to Check the Condition of a Used LEGO Minifigure Before You Buy
A used LEGO minifigure can be complete and still have cracks, loose joints, worn printing, or discoloration. Here is how to inspect one before buying.
How to Identify a LEGO Set from a Printed or Stickered Part
A loose LEGO part with a print or sticker can often be traced back to a specific set. This guide shows a practical workflow using part numbers, BrickLink, decorated variants, and sticker sheets.
How to Check Whether a Used LEGO Set Is Really Complete Before You Buy It
Before buying a used LEGO set, verify the inventory, minifigures, stickers, instructions, substitutions, and replacement cost with this practical checklist.
How to Read the BrickLink Price Guide Without Overpaying for LEGO
BrickLink Price Guide is useful only if you know the difference between completed sales and current listings. Here is how to read averages, condition, and Part Out Value correctly.
Buying LEGO on BrickLink from Outside the EU After the 2026 Customs Changes
The EU’s July 2026 customs changes affect low-value BrickLink imports from outside the bloc. Here is how the €3-per-commodity-code duty works, how it differs from VAT, and when an EU seller may be cheaper overall.