Category: Shopify

  • How to Skip Shopify’s 1% Additional Fee (Without Breaking Their Terms)

    You’ve built a thriving Shopify store, but that extra 1% fee for using a third-party processor stings every time you see it on your monthly statement. If you’re processing thousands in sales each month, that seemingly small percentage adds up to real money walking out of your business. Legally, you don’t have to accept this…

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  • Why Do So Many Shopify Stores Fail (and How You Can Survive)

    Shopify is one of the most easily accessible, alluring platforms that exists and captivates thousands of entrepreneurs daily. With its promise of easy setup and plug-and-play functionality, Shopify appears to offer a golden ticket to e-commerce success. So, why do so many Shopify stores fail? In fact, 95% of Shopify stores ultimately fail. This failure…

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  • Shopify SEO Matters for ChatGPT Search

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    The game just changed for online stores. OpenAI quietly added Shopify as a shopping search partner for ChatGPT, and it alters something we’ve all been fearing: SEO isn’t dead in the AI age. While it’s true that AI tools like ChatGPT are replacing Google searches, your products still need solid SEO to appear in AI…

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  • Shopify’s Third-Party Transaction Fees

    Yes, Shopify charges additional fees when you choose a payment processor other than Shopify Payments. But don’t run off just yet! There are major benefits to using an alternative payment processor. Their fee structure affects thousands of merchants who want to use their preferred payment gateway while staying on Shopify’s platform. You’re not alone and…

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  • Shopify Alternatives to Scale Your Business

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    Shopify is one of the ecommerce world’s leading platforms, and for good reason. It’s feature-rich, (somewhat) easy to use, and affordable-ish. But there are Shopify alternatives that give a little more freedom and a lot more bang for your buck. Payment processing capabilities often determine which platform delivers the best value for your business. Let’s…

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