Shopify

Shopify

Screenshot of Shopify homepage showcasing online stores like Glossier, with the tagline ‘The one commerce platform behind it all – Sell online and in person’.

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A 3-day free plan and 4 paid plans ranging from $20 to $2,300 per month.

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“Shopify is THE most popular e-commerce website creation platform on the market, and for good reason.” Florian Bodelot, cofounder of Digidop

Unlike a basic website builder, Shopify is an all-in-one solution that supports merchants through every step: from store creation to sales management.

Visual representation of Shopify’s global commerce features, including a world map, multi-country shipping options, and purchase of 32 shipping labels.
Credit: Shopify.com

Growth driven by economic trends

Boosted by the rise of online shopping during the Covid-19 period and popularized by the dropshipping trend, the platform has since become a major player in the web space.

Today, with its integrated system that simplifies online selling, Shopify powers nearly 5% of all websites worldwide.

Key features of Shopify

  • Online store & customization
  • Product & order management
  • Omnichannel & Point of Sale (POS)
  • Payments & simplified customer experience
  • Extensions via a vast App Ecosystem
Shopify website builder interface showing a customizable e-commerce homepage with drag-and-drop elements and product previews. Tagline reads ‘Your vision, our canvas.’

In addition, with its wide range of templates and its network of partners (agencies and freelancers), Shopify relies on a strong ecosystem to ensure user success—making it one of the most widely adopted platforms today.

A widely adopted solution

In 2025, Shopify powers 4.8% of the web (source: W3Techs) and holds over 25% market share in e-commerce, far ahead of its first competitor, WooCommerce (WordPress), at 13%.

eCommerce usage distribution chart showing Shopify with 25% market share, followed by WooCommerce, Magento, and PrestaShop.

Pricing

Shopify offers a clear pricing structure with four main plans, tailored to different business profiles (from small shops to international brands).

Shopify pricing table showing four plans: Basic, Grow, Advanced, and Plus – including monthly rates, card fees, and standout features.
Credit: Shopify.com

Alternatives to Shopify

To stay competitive in e-commerce, two alternatives may sometimes be relevant:

  • WooCommerce (WordPress) – ideal if you’re already in the WordPress ecosystem
  • Webflow – only suitable for small e-commerce sites with a limited number of products

Otherwise, there’s always the option of building a custom-coded e-commerce site.

Our take on Shopify

Shopify is a proven e-commerce solution. It’s the tool we most often recommend to clients looking to develop an e-commerce business.

Why? Because even though platforms like Webflow now offer e-commerce options, they are still far from matching Shopify in this area—which remains its core strength.

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