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How Does Hosting Work With Shopify?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Shopify

When I first got into ecommerce, one of the most confusing topics was web hosting.

If you've ever tried building a site with WordPress or WooCommerce, you probably know how frustrating it can be to figure out hosting, performance, and security.

But with Shopify, things work a little differently.

If you’re wondering how hosting works with Shopify, the good news is: you don’t have to worry about it. Hosting is built into the platform, so you don’t need to deal with server setups, performance tuning, or security patches. Shopify handles it all.

In this article, I’ll break down exactly how Shopify handles hosting, what’s included in your monthly plan, and how it compares to other ecommerce platforms.

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Is It the Right Time to Sell Your Ecommerce Business? Key Growth Signals Every Founder Should Watch

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Should I sell now or scale a bit more?”, you’re not alone. The best exits rarely happen by accident, and in high-performing companies, scaling and exit planning run in parallel from day one.

This talks about the key readiness signals buyers look for, the red flags that suggest you should wait, and practical steps to maximize value of your ecommerce business.

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Afterpay vs Klarna: Which BNPL Option Is Better for Your Ecommerce Store?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Buy Now Pay Later

Afterpay and Klarna are two of the most popular Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) platforms used by online retailers — but which one is better for your business?

I’ve spent hours researching and comparing their pricing, features, user experience, and impact on ecommerce performance so that you can make the right call for your store.

Quick Verdict:

Klarna – Best for larger stores offering high-ticket products or international shipping

Afterpay – Best for fashion, beauty, and small-to-mid-size stores focused on Gen Z and Millennials

In this review, I’ll walk you through how Klarna and Afterpay stack up across key areas including checkout experience, payment flexibility, merchant fees, user demographics, and conversion performance.

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Veeqo vs ShipStation: Which Shipping Platform Is Best for Your Ecommerce Business?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Shipping

If you’re running an ecommerce business and struggling with order fulfillment, shipping costs, or inventory chaos, chances are you’ve come across Veeqo and ShipStation.

Both platforms promise to simplify your logistics, but they do so in very different ways.

I’ve spent time using both tools, testing features, and comparing them across key areas like pricing, shipping automation, inventory control, and integrations — so you don’t have to.

In this review, I’ll help you decide which one is the better fit for your online store.

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How to Use Gelato with WooCommerce: Step-by-Step Guide

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Print on Demand

 If you’ve read the articles I’ve written before, you probably already know that I’m a big fan of the print-on-demand business model – and an even bigger fan of Gelato, the sustainability-first print on demand company.

Usually, I advise creators and store owners to use Gelato alongside Shopify – my favorite ecommerce platform. But, if you already have a WordPress site you want to upgrade, don’t worry.

Gelato also integrates with WooCommerce – the world’s leading WordPress ecommerce plugin – and connecting the dots between the two tools is easier than you’d think.

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How to Upload Products from Gelato to Etsy: The Complete Guide

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

Wondering how to upload products from Gelato to Etsy? No problem – I’ve got you covered. If you ask me, Gelato and Etsy are the perfect partners for creators looking for a simple low-cost, way to sell creative products online.

Etsy might be a little limited in terms of “scale”, (and a bit competitive), but it’s also pretty easy to use, doesn’t charge a lot of upfront costs, and comes with a built-in audience of millions of customers already looking for unique, creative products.

Gelato, on the other hand, gives you the tools you need to really impress your audience on Etsy – high-quality products, personalization options, and fast delivery speeds.

Ready to dive in? Here’s your step-by-step guide to the (easy) uploading process.

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PPSpy Review: A Reliable Product Spy Tool for Ecommerce Sellers?

Bogdan Rancea
Articles Ecommerce

PPSpy is a relatively new player in the product research space, but it’s already gaining traction among ecommerce sellers and dropshippers who want a clear view of what’s trending.

Whether you're looking to identify winning products, analyze ad creatives, or keep an eye on competitor stores, PPSpy promises a comprehensive and easy-to-use solution.

In this review, I’ll walk through PPSpy’s features, pricing, pros and cons, and how it compares to other top tools like Minea and Dropispy.

I also tested the tool hands-on to see how well it performs for ecommerce sellers trying to scale fast.

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WPLP Review: The Compliance Plugin That Saves Ecommerce Stores Hours

Bogdan Rancea
Articles

A few years ago, most people launching an ecommerce store would treat compliance as an afterthought. You slapped an “edited” version of a policy from another store onto your site and hoped for the best.

Turns out, that’s a recipe for headaches. Payment processors freeze accounts, ad platforms reject campaigns, and customers walk if they don’t see proper refund or return policies.

That’s why tools like WPLP started popping up. It’s a WordPress plugin built to make compliance painless, you get customizable templates for privacy policies, terms & conditions, cookie notices, the whole bundle – without having to hire a lawyer.

Now, I’ll admit, trusting “one-click” compliance tools outright isn’t usually a good idea. But WPLP seems to do a lot right.

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