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Shopify Horizon Themes Guide (2026 Edition)

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

I’ve been working in ecommerce for over a decade—helping brands choose the right platforms, launch faster, and grow smarter. I’ve seen Shopify evolve from a simple store builder into one of the most powerful ecommerce tools on the market.

And with the launch of Shopify Horizon in 2025, we’re looking at the biggest leap forward in how stores are designed and managed since Shopify started.

If you're launching a new store or planning a redesign, Horizon changes the game. It gives you more control, faster performance, and a cleaner design system that’s built for how people shop today.

In this guide, I’ll break down what Horizon is, how it improves on past Shopify themes, and which free Horizon themes are actually worth using.

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Shopify vs Launch Cart: My Verdict for 2025

Rebekah Carter
Articles Ecommerce Comparisons

Shopify and Launch Cart are two ecommerce website builders making noise in the market — but which one comes out on top in our 2025 round of hands-on research and testing?

We’ve spent over 300 hours analyzing, comparing, and testing the best ecommerce platforms to give you a clear recommendation for your online store.

Based on that testing, Shopify is the stronger choice if you’re serious about selling online and scaling your business with SEO.

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Usercentrics Review: The Ultimate CMP for Growing Brands

Rebekah Carter
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I’ll be honest, five years ago, I had no idea what a “Consent Management Platform” (CMP) was. I was pretty familiar with things like privacy policies and cookies – but that was about it.

Now, we’re all living a new digital world where consent management is more important and complicated than ever. Usercentrics is a company committed to making compliance with privacy standards simple.

This all-in-one solution provider (and Google-Certified Gold Tier CMP partner), allows companies to automate compliance, access audience insights, and improve marketing performance. In other words, it lets you turn your compliance strategy into a business advantage.

The platform has already captured the attention of some of the world’s biggest brands – like Hello Fresh, Douglas, and Hermes. The best part? Works for companies of all sizes. So is it right for you?

Here are my behind-the-scenes insights.

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How to Dynamically Change Pricing in Shopify: A Step-by-Step Guide

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Shopify

Dynamically changing pricing in Shopify can feel like hacking the matrix at first. I’ve spent months helping clients implement this, testing different methods, and figuring out what actually works — and what’s a waste of time.

So I put together this guide to help you skip the trial-and-error. You’ll see what works, what doesn’t, and exactly how to make Shopify show different prices without breaking everything in your store.

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Art of Where vs Gelato: Which Print-on-Demand Platform Wins in 2025?

Bogdan Rancea
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Quick Answer

If you’re selling globally at scale and want speed, reach, and reliable automation — Gelato is your best bet.

If you’re an artist, illustrator, or designer who cares about custom branding and premium niche products, Art of Where has the creative edge.

I’ve used both platforms for different ecommerce stores. And while both get the job done, they serve very different goals.

Let me break it all down for you — no fluff, just facts from over 10 years of running print-on-demand stores.

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Art of Where vs Printify: The Full Breakdown from a 10-Year POD Veteran

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Print on Demand
Quick Answer:

If you're chasing higher profit margins, faster shipping, and easy integrations — Printify is the clear winner.

But if your brand leans on artisan quality, custom packaging, and niche appeal, Art of Where might be a better fit.

I’ve used both, built stores with both, and tested them across markets. Here’s the no-fluff breakdown.

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How to Use Gelato with Etsy: The Step by Step Guide

Rebekah Carter
Articles Print on Demand

 I’ve been working with creators and ecommerce brands (helping them build their online presence) for over a decade now. In that time, I’ve seen plenty of business models rise and fall – but the print on demand space is one option that hasn’t lost its appeal.

It’s easy to see why people love print-on-demand. No annoying inventory to worry about, no fulfillment issues, and pretty much no up-front risks.

All you do is create products, list them on your website, and you’re ready to make a profit. You even get to be a lot more creative than you would be with a standard dropshipping business.

Still, the success of your print-on-demand venture is going to depend on a few key things – like your choice of selling platform, and POD partner. I think Etsy and Gelato are an amazing combo.

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Art of Where vs Printful: My Verdict for 2025

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Print on Demand

Printful and Art of Where are two well-established names in the print-on-demand world — but which one is right for your online store?

We’ve spent years building, running, and testing ecommerce brands using both platforms, and in this comparison, we’ll give you a clear breakdown of which service offers better tools, faster shipping, higher profit potential, and a smoother seller experience.

Quick Verdict

Printful – Best for scaling fast, selling globally, and automating your business Art of Where – Best for artists and boutique brands selling premium, creative products

In this head-to-head review, we’ll compare Printful and Art of Where across critical areas like pricing, fulfillment times, product selection, integrations, ease of use, and customer support — so you can confidently decide which platform fits your store's needs.

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