Author: Bogdan Rancea

Bogdan Rancea is the founder and lead curator of ecomm.design, a showcase of the best ecommerce websites. With over 12 years in the digital commerce space he has a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for great online retail experiences. As an ecommerce tech explorer Bogdan tests and reviews various platforms and design tools like Shopify, Figma and Canva and provides practical advice for store owners and designers. His hands on experience with these tools and his knowledge of ecommerce design trends makes him a valuable resource for businesses looking to improve their online presence. On ecomm.design Bogdan writes about online stores, ecommerce design and tips for entrepreneurs and designers.

Fourthwall vs Shopify: My Verdict for 2026

I’ve been a big fan of Shopify for years now. I know it has its limitations (like any ecommerce platform, really), but you’ll struggle to find anything that can handle scale, customization, and flexibility as well as Shopify. Still, that doesn’t mean I think it’s the best platform for everyone.

If you want to build a serious ecommerce operation, Shopify is probably the right call. But that’s not what most creators are doing these days.

They just want an easy way to monetize, sell merch and subscriptions, and turn their passion into a real business. That’s what Fourthwall offers, and it delivers a lot better than Shopify, if you ask me.

I think, realistically, choosing between Shopify and Fourthwall isn’t about deciding which platform is better. It’s more about asking how much work you actually want to take on.

Shopify 3 Months for $1 Offer: 2025 Guide

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The ultimate Shopify $1 offer is back! If you’re ready to launch a new ecommerce store, you can now access Shopify’s plans for just $1 per month for the first three months.

If you’re familiar with Shopify (one of the best ecommerce platform providers in the world), you probably know they’ve offered this deal before.

However Shopify deals change quickly. For instance, between January 2024, and November 2024, you could only take advantage of the $1 for one month.

I’ve Tested and Reviewed BigCommerce vs Squarespace

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When comparing website builders and e-commerce platforms Squarespace and BigCommerce always come up. I’ve done the testing and comparison so you can see which one wins in each category.

Squarespace is known for its beautiful high res themes and ease of customization so if design is your top priority. BigCommerce has big inventory and international sales support and a ton of payment gateways and no extra transaction fees.

15 Best Websites for Selling Art Online in 2026

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With over 200 hours researching and testing 15 of the best platforms for selling art online, our team has shortlisted the top picks for every type of artist, from beginners listing their first print to established painters building a serious collector base. Shopify is our number one choice for long-term growth, giving artists full control over their brand, pricing, and customer relationships. But the right platform depends heavily on where you are in your art business journey.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through the pricing, commission structures, and real drawbacks of each platform so you can find the right fit, whether you’re selling originals, prints, or digital work.

I’ve Tested Shopify vs BlueHost: Which is Best for Ecommerce?

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Shopify vs BlueHost: Which is best for ecommerce store owners?

If you want the quick answer, based on my experience, Shopify is the much better option. It’s a more robust solution, specifically designed for omnichannel selling.

It excels in delivering comprehensive website building tools, features to boost ecommerce rates, and exceptional security.

However, BlueHost is still a decent competitor, offering not just a versatile web hosting service, but also straightforward design tools, ecommerce capabilities (via WooCommerce), advanced security, and no transaction fees on any plan.

Ecommerce Homepage Best Practices (With Examples)

ecommerce homepage best practices

In the ever changing world of ecommerce your homepage is your digital shopfront. A good homepage is crucial for grabbing the attention of your potential customers and guiding them through their buying journey. We want to give you actionable tips to optimise your ecommerce homepage for maximum engagement and conversion.

We’ll look at things like intuitive navigation, beautiful visuals and clear calls to action. By focusing on user experience we can create a homepage that not only attracts visitors but gets them to look deeper into your products.

Kittl Pricing: How Much Does Kittl Cost in 2024?

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Kittl is one of my favorite design tools. It’s incredibly easy to use, packed with fantastic AI features, and ideal for collaborative art sessions. You can use Kittl to create everything from business logos, to images for print-on-demand products, and social media campaigns.

Plus, Kittl is extremely affordable. Not only is there a generous free plan available for beginners, but even the most feature-packed plans will only cost around $30 per month. Here, I’ll tell you everything you need to know about Kittl’s pricing, so you can choose the right plan for your needs.

Elementor vs WPBakery: Which is the Better Page Builder?

I still remember the days when building a website meant either hiring an ultra-expensive developer, or learning how to code everything yourself. Now anyone can design an incredible website with no coding knowledge what-so-ever with a handy page builder.

Elementor and WPBakery are two of the most popular options around if you’re using the popular WordPress CMS for your website. They both take the hassle out of site design, with pre-built templates, widgets and blocks you can drag and drop into place.

How to Design a BigCommerce Store: A Step by Step Guide

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Starting your BigCommerce store and need help with design? This guide on how to design a BigCommerce store will walk you through setting up, customizing your theme and organizing products for a smooth customer experience. Follow these steps to create a store that looks good and works well.

Quick Facts

  • Have a clear plan with goals, timeline and budget before you design your BigCommerce store for better resource management.
  • Choose and customize your theme to match your brand, focus on user engagement and flexibility to create a unique shopping experience.
  • Implement navigation and product listings with detailed information, reviews and payment process to increase customer satisfaction and sales.

What is Stan Store, What Can it Do, and Is it Worthwhile?

what is stan store

What is Stan Store? At a glance, it might seem like just another link-in-bio tool; that’s what I thought before I started experimenting with the platform myself. However, Stan Store is a little more comprehensive than most of the monetization tools I’ve seen for content creators.

Stan Store is a focused monetization tool for creators who want to sell digital products, courses, and coaching directly from their social media bio, and it’s fast to set up. It won’t replace a full ecommerce platform, but with 0% transaction fees, built-in email marketing, and the new AutoDM feature, it punches above its weight for digital-only sellers. Not ideal if you need physical product support or advanced customization.

Primarily, it allows you to create a store page where you can sell digital products to your social media profiles. However, you can also use Stan Store to create and sell unlimited courses, promote subscriptions, design email campaigns, and more.

I’ve Tested and Reviewed The Kopy Shopify App

kopy shopify app revew

I’ve experimented with a lot of Shopify apps over the years, from tools designed to enhance marketing campaigns, to solutions for content generation.

In this Kopy Shopify app review, I’m going to show you why Kopy is one of my favorite products for resellers and dropshippers.

Kopy is an AI-powered app that saves you time creating product pages for your store. Rather than having to manually input data, you can simply “copy” product information from any location, edit it to match your brand strategy, and even translate content for different customer groups.