Author: Bogdan Rancea

Bogdan Rancea

Bogdan Rancea is the co-founder of Ecommerce-Platforms.com and lead curator of ecomm.design, a showcase of the best ecommerce websites. With over 12 years in the digital commerce space he has a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for great online retail experiences. As an ecommerce tech explorer Bogdan tests and reviews various platforms and design tools like Shopify, Figma and Canva and provides practical advice for store owners and designers. His hands on experience with these tools and his knowledge of ecommerce design trends makes him a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve their online presence. On ecomm.design Bogdan writes about online stores, ecommerce design and tips for entrepreneurs and designers.

Articles Bogdan has written:

Shopify Editions Summer 2024: The Biggest Announcements

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce News Shopify

One of the reasons we love Shopify so much at Ecommerce Platforms, is that the ecosystem is constantly evolving, introducing new features and capabilities for sellers. Twice a year, we look forward to Shopify Editions, where the company outlines all of its most exciting updates.

Shopify Editions Summer 2024 covered more than 150 updates to Shopify’s platform, covering everything from global selling to AI. Here’s our rundown of the most exciting changes you can look forward to on Shopify this year.

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Stan Store vs Shopify: Pricing, Features, Pros and Cons

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce Comparisons Shopify

Stan Store and Shopify might seem like completely different platforms, but both help you sell online. We’ve spent hours analyzing and testing their features to give you a clear verdict on which one is best for your needs.

Quick Verdict:

Shopify – Best overall, ideal for building a full ecommerce business. Stan Store – Best for creators selling digital products through social media.

In this guide, I’ll break down everything from pricing to features, so you can choose the right platform for your business.

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Shopify Editions Winter 2024: The Most Important Releases, Updates, and Key Takeaways

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce News Shopify

As someone who works regularly with the Shopify platform, exploring features, reviewing apps, and even helping to build and optimize websites, I always look forward to the company’s bi-annual “Editions” event.

Twice a year, Shopify’s “Editions” announcements give me an insight into the new innovations the brand is investing in, and its evolving strategy for enhancing ecommerce.

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How Kinship Milk Tea Built a Thriving Online Community Around Vegan Milk Tea

Bogdan Rancea
Interviews

Caitlin Cash, the founder of Kinship Milk Tea, discovered her love of milk tea when she was travelling the world for her diverse tourism career.

Unfortunately, after returning to Austin from Thailand, she discovered that no truly viable vegan milk tea options were available on the market.

Propelled by her passion for delicious food and beverages, she launched her business, committed to building a thriving community within the expanding “tea culture” landscape.

Her venture quickly became a phenomenal success, leading to an expanding line up of tea flavors, inspired by the seasons of the year. This is the story of Kinship Milk Tea’s rise to success.

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11 Best Shopify Furniture Stores for Inspiration in 2024

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce Design Shopify

Thinking about setting up an exclusively online furniture shop or contemplating creating an ecommerce channel for your brick and mortar furniture store?

It’s a great move and can be an opportunity to create and grow a new business or new revenue stream. Success though hinges on how well you can craft and execute your ecommerce strategy.

One of the most important decisions will be on your choice of ecommerce platforms. In this regard, Shopify is bound to have a head start.

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How Iron Lion Soap Created its Saga of Cleanliness and Earned Over $160k in Sales

Bogdan Rancea
Interviews

Avi didn’t know that an unfortunate bout of ringworm would one day pave the way for a new ecommerce empire.

After discovering the benefits of Tea Tree oil for himself, he embarked on a “sage of cleanliness”, creating a product that would bring true value to modern consumers.

Focusing on a mantra of “People over Profits”, Avi developed the Iron Lion Soap brand as the “alternative” to traditional hygiene products, introducing his audience to the unique qualities and benefits all-natural ingredients could provide.

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