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Shopify
The most popular e-commerce platform, period
PaidE-Commerce Platform
Shopify powers over 4 million stores worldwide and handles everything from hosting to payments to shipping. The app ecosystem is massive, the admin is intuitive, and it scales from your first sale to eight figures. For most beginners, this is the right answer. Shopify usually runs an intro deal for new sign-ups — check the current offer on their site.
Best for: Beginners who want an all-in-one solution that just works
Pricing
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Paid plans only
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Easiest setup of any serious e-commerce platform
- Massive app ecosystem for any feature you need
- Built-in payments, shipping, and POS
- Handles hosting, security, and updates for you
Cons
- Monthly cost adds up with apps and transaction fees
- Customization limited without Liquid knowledge or apps
- Vendor lock-in — migration is painful once established