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:

Online Shopping Habits: Men vs Women Infographic

Bogdan Rancea
Ecommerce News Ecommerce Selling Advice

Online shopping isn't just growing – it's completely changed. The way people buy online these days is worlds apart from where it was five years ago – and if your brand isn't adapting to these shifts, you're falling behind.

Whether you're running a DTC brand, selling on Shopify, or managing a big ecommerce site, knowing online shopping habits is the secret to staying ahead of the game.

This guide breaks down what's really going on with online behavior, what your customers are expecting from you, and some common patterns that are helping some brands get it right, and others … well, missing the boat.

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Ecommerce Checkout Best Practices: What Actually Gets People to Buy

Bogdan Rancea
Ecommerce Selling Advice

I’ve spent years designing and optimising ecommerce stores. If there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this — the checkout experience makes or breaks your revenue.

You can have the best product in the world. But if your checkout sucks, you're losing money every day.

Here’s everything I’ve seen work (and fail), tested across multiple platforms, with real users and actual revenue on the line.

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Paddle Review – The Best All-in-One Billing Solution for SaaS?

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Ecommerce Reviews

Paddle is a top-rated billing platform built specifically for SaaS businesses, combining payments, subscriptions, tax, and compliance into one unified system.

I’ve personally tested Paddle alongside other billing platforms like Stripe, Chargebee, and Recurly, and I can confidently say Paddle is the most hands-off, globally scalable solution I’ve used to date.

In this review, I’ll walk you through Paddle’s pricing, features, strengths, weaknesses, and how it performed across our research categories, so you can decide if it’s the right choice for your SaaS business.

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Selz vs Squarespace: Which is Better for Selling Online?

Bogdan Rancea
Ecommerce Comparisons

Selz and Squarespace are two very different ecommerce solutions — one designed as a simple selling tool, the other as a full-featured website builder with integrated store capabilities.

But which one is the smarter choice for your online store?

I’ve tested both platforms and spent over 40 hours reviewing their pricing, features, usability, and marketing tools. Based on that testing, Squarespace is the clear winner for anyone starting or scaling an online business today.

Selz — while easy to use — has been in limbo since Amazon acquired it in 2021, and its future is uncertain. That makes it risky for new sellers.

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Best Social Media Tools for Ecommerce in 2026: My Top Picks

Bogdan Rancea
Ecommerce Selling Advice

Running an ecommerce business without the right social media tools is like trying to win a race in flip-flops. Sure, you might cross the finish line, but not without wasted time, missed opportunities, and a lot of frustration.

I’ve tested over 30 social tools for ecommerce brands of all sizes—from one-person Shopify stores to multi-brand operations.

Based on usability, features, pricing, and ROI, these are my top 5 recommendations.

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Best Tools for Ecommerce Websites in 2025

Bogdan Rancea
Ecommerce Selling Advice

Quick answer: The best ecommerce tools help you automate key tasks, drive sales, and stay lean. I’ve tested over 150 tools running ecommerce brands for over 10 years — the tools below are the ones I’d recommend to anyone who wants to scale faster and smarter.

Whether you're just starting out or running a 7-figure store, the right stack can save you hours and add thousands of dollars to your bottom line.

Let’s dive into the best ecommerce tools across categories like sales, marketing, fulfilment, automation, and finance.

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What to Know About Facebook Ads and Sponsored Stories

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Articles Social Media

In this article, we'll explore the intricacies of Facebook Ads and Sponsored Stories, offering you the knowledge to effectively engage your target audience and amplify your brand's message on one of the most influential social platforms.

Facebook offers various options to drive more traffic to your Facebook page, and consequently, to your website.

Two options that are common and many small businesses to large corporations use are Facebook ads and sponsored stories. Both are viable and inexpensive options if you are looking to drive traffic to your ecommerce store.

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