Shopify pricing starts at $5 per month for the Starter plan, and can go as high as $2,000+ per month depending on the plan you choose.
Having reviewed dozens of ecommerce platforms, we can confidently say that Shopify is the best ecommerce platform available today.
Shopify also entered the credit space in July 2023, launching a credit card processing solution for merchants.
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In this article, we'll take a closer look at the Shopify free trial.
We'll give you an in-depth look at the features and benefits you'll gain access to during the trial period, and help you determine whether Shopify is the right platform for your ecommerce needs.
Most people would generally want some sort of a free trial period before they fully decide to jump ship and migrate their entire store to Shopify.
It doesn’t matter whether you are launching a new dropshipping store or planning to move an existing store on Shopify, you will want to give it a try first to determine whether it’s feasible for you or not.
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Want to skip the $6.50 digitization fee on Printful?
Here’s the fastest answer: reuse your embroidery files across products with the same size and placement, or use Printful’s built-in text and clipart tools — those don’t trigger the fee at all.
Now, if you’re selling embroidered products like hats or hoodies and that fee’s eating into your margins, you’re not alone. I’ve been there — testing logo placements, uploading variations, and suddenly watching my costs climb.
In this guide, I’ll walk you through exactly how I manage to avoid that digitization fee, when you can skip it, and how to keep your product line lean and profitable without compromising on quality.
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If you’re thinking about launching an online store in Japan, Shopify is one of the best platforms to do it with.
Whether you’re based in Tokyo or shipping from another country, Shopify gives you the tools to set up a store fast — but doing it right in Japan takes more than just translating a site or importing a few products.
Here’s what you actually need to know if you want to start a Shopify store in Japan that gets traffic, earns trust, and makes money.
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Shopify and Easy Digital Downloads are two major players in the eCommerce space—but which one’s better for selling digital products?
We’ve spent over 200 hours researching and testing the top platforms to help you make the best choice for your online store.
After running the numbers and testing both platforms hands-on, Shopify takes the lead as the most beginner-friendly option.
But EDD has its strengths, especially for WordPress users focused on digital-only sales.
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Let’s face it, few things are more important to the success of your website than good hosting. Every second of downtime or sluggish performance drives more potential customers away, and harms your potential for growth.
Unfortunately, I’ve always had a hard time finding the perfect hosting solution for WordPress sites – that’s why I was excited to conduct this Rapyd Cloud review.
Sure, pretty much every hosting provider promises the world, and Rapyd Cloud is no different – boasting that it can give companies enterprise-grade hosting, without the huge costs. But there are a lot of features built-into this solution that really do give it an edge.
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Choosing between Gelato and Prodigi isn't as simple as picking the cheaper option or the one with more products. Each platform solves different problems, depending on your brand, customer base, and product focus.
I’ve used both extensively, whether for launching scalable POD apparel brands or helping artists sell premium prints globally. Here's everything you need to know, broken down by the factors that actually matter.
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Duda vs Squarespace: Which platform is right for your evolving business?
Both Duda and Squarespace are well-known website builders, used for creating everything from basic company sites, to ecommerce stores, and beyond.
While Squarespace stands out for its exceptional themes and design tools, Duda is a popular solution for smaller companies in search of simple, straightforward functionality.
But how do they really compare against each other?
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Starting a Shopify store in Germany?
Great idea. Germany is one of the biggest eCommerce markets in Europe, with over 62 million online shoppers.
But if you don’t set things up properly, you’ll run into legal issues, tax problems, and compliance headaches.
That’s why I’m breaking this down step by step—so you don’t waste time or money.
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Should I switch POS systems? Yes—if it’s slowing you down, costing you money, or making sales harder.
If transactions are lagging, fees are eating into profits, or it doesn’t integrate with your business tools, upgrading can save you time and boost revenue.
The right POS should make payments fast, easy, and seamless—not frustrate you.
Here’s when to switch, what to look for, and how to upgrade without disrupting your business.
