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Ecommerce Platform Alternatives

Explore ecommerce platform alternatives including competitors to popular platforms and different, simpler approaches to building an online store.

Best Shopify Alternatives & Competitors for Online Stores

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There has never been so many options for starting an online ecommerce store. Shopify was one of the companies to really start the “hosted ecommerce platform” revolution where non-developers could start and setup a unique, fully-functional, beautifully designed online store with no professional help. They have quickly become the name brand in the industry.

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Best Squarespace Alternatives & Competitors for Building a Website

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There has never been so many options for starting a website or blog. Squarespace was one of the companies to take website builders to the “next level” – ie, beyond simple drag & drop templates. Squarespace really focused on getting design elements along with certain technical website elements right. They have been a go-to solution for a while, but have really built brand recognition with massive podcast & TV ad spend.

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