Shopify vs Custom Website: How Should You Build an Online Store?

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We should mention: Shopify is just about the polar opposite of a custom website build. It’s not quite as “rudimentary” as a solution like Wix, but the whole idea behind Shopify is for merchants to create an online store on their own, without the need for a college degree in web design.

A custom website build, on the other hand, requires web development knowledge from you, or the person you hire. In short, Shopify is a more clean, packaged, off-the-shelf platform for launching an ecommerce site within minutes (if you’re really fast).

A custom website, although pricey and complicated and more time-consuming, provides significantly more flexibility and control over the final product that is your site.

For ecommerce web design, two paths stand before you, each promising unique experiences for building an online store.

On one side, there's Shopify, the renowned platform that offers a seamless and user-friendly experience for ecommerce web design.

On the other side, there's the allure of a custom website, crafted by a skilled developer, offering limitless possibilities and complete control over your digital kingdom.

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How to Find Your Ideal Shopify Niche (And 10 Profitable Niche Ideas to Explore)

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Finding a Shopify niche packed with profit potential is often easier said than done.

There’s a lot of conflicting advice out there, from “follow your passions”, to “take advantage of the latest trends”. However, the reality is choosing the ideal niche is often a multi-stage process, packed with analysis, research, and careful consideration.

While every ecommerce seller wants to build their business in an industry they care about, it’s also crucial to ensure your products have the potential to drive a sustainable profit.

Fortunately, while there’s no one-size-fits-all strategy to selecting the perfect niche, there are steps you can take to boost your chances of success.

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Debutify Review: What Does This Theme Have to Offer?

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You're in the right place if you’re a Shopify store owner looking for a new theme; here, I’m putting one such option under the microscope. 

Cue, Debutify

Today, I'm laying out everything you need to know about Debutify to help you determine if it’s a suitable theme for your store. More specifically, I’ll go through what it does, its features, pros, cons, and prices.

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11 Best Shopify Inventory Management Apps for 2023

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Shopify recognizes the need for good inventory management. After all, any business that wants to build profits and deliver great experiences needs to keep track of its inventory. Being able to watch everything from order status to stock level across your sales channels is vital.

Shopify’s Inventory area gives you the basic functionality that you need to track and adjust inventory information. The inventory tracking system even gives you access to a full history of inventory information for up to 90 days.

However, there are limitations to what you can do with Shopify on its own. That’s where Inventory Management apps come in.

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Shopify vs Redbubble: My Verdict for 2025

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Shopify and Redbubble are two of the biggest names in ecommerce, but which one should you choose to build and grow your online business?

After thoroughly comparing their features, pricing, and real-world performance, here’s what I found: Shopify is the clear winner if you're looking to build a scalable, profitable brand.

Redbubble is better if you're just starting out and want to test your designs with minimal risk.

This comparison was last updated on 08/22/2025 and includes the most up-to-date pricing and platform features.

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15 of the Best Examples of Stores Using Shop Pay 

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Today, we’re looking at some of the best examples of stores using Shop Pay to accelerate and improve the checkout process for their audience. After all, while the success of your ecommerce website depends on a number of factors, few things are more important than a great user experience.

If customers can’t easily browse through your products, add them to your cart, and make a purchase with minimal effort, they’re more likely to abandon your company in favor of a competitor.

Since the average checkout conversion rate for ecommerce stores is currently only 46.1%, it pays to ensure you’re taking steps to improve the final stage of the buyer journey.

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Shopify Credit: Everything You Need To Know

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Are you an ecommerce entrepreneur looking at ways to manage your business's cash flow? 

Well, if you're a Shopify user, you might be interested to read about its latest offer: Shopify Credit. 

In this review, I look at what Shopify Credit is, how it works, how to apply, and everything else you need to know. 

That's enough intro; let's dive in!

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Vendy Pro Shopify Theme Review (2023) 

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Vendy Pro advertises itself as a GenX multipurpose Shopify theme. While it's unclear what's so Gen X about it (Familiarity? Minimalism? Not TikTok?), it certainly is multipurpose! 

So, whether you're setting up a new Shopify store or revamping your existing one, I think Vendy Pro offers a clean, minimal theme that suits almost any retail store.

In this Vendy Pro review, I'll outline everything this theme offers, from features to pricing to customer support; I'm laying it all out on the table to help you decide if it's the right Shopify theme for you.

There's lots to cover here, so let's jump straight in!

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