Shopify does not have a traditional licensing fee; instead, it operates on a subscription-based model. The cost depends on the specific plan you choose, and it can vary significantly. This cost can add up if you have multiple websites or branches, as each one would require its own subscription. It can be seen as expensive by clients, especially if they have multiple sites to manage, with subscription fees either paid every three months or annually.
The pricing of the solution is economical. The enterprise version is more expensive, however, we do not use it. We pay for the license on a monthly basis and there are payment gateway charges associated with transactions, typically around two percent or as applicable.
Co-founder at Dotmagic Infotech | Shopify Expert at Dotmagic Infotech
Real User
2020-10-15T11:35:03Z
Oct 15, 2020
If you create a store directly from Shopify then you will receive a 14-day trial period. After that, you will need to purchase a plan. However, if I create it from my partner account then you will get an unlimited trial period. Then, once the store is complete, you need to purchase a plan. They have various plans including ones that are priced at $29 per month, $79 per month, and can go up to $300 per month.
A basic plan, to begin with, is good. I have a basic plan. The basic plan starts at 29 USD per month. Depending on the client's requirements, they can choose either the basic plan or the premium plan. Based on how many products the user has, Shopify will make a suggestion as to which plan will be best. My clients definitely see a return on their investment with Shopify. With Shopify, you don't have to pay for hosting in advance. For all other platforms, including Magento, WordPress, and WooCommerce, you need to purchase external hosting. All external hosting plans range from a minimum of three months to one year. With Shopify, you don't need a specialist to configure the domain name, etc. All you need is a basic plan and you're ready to go. If you don't like the results, you can close it at any time. In summary, it definitely saves our customers a lot of money. By using Shopify, you're saving money on hosting fees and services. This is one of the biggest advantages for my clients.
Web Developer at a computer retailer with 501-1,000 employees
Real User
2019-10-04T05:22:00Z
Oct 4, 2019
This is the only platform to enforce its own transaction fee unless you use Shopify Payments Content, which doesn’t automatically reformat when you switch themes.
Shopify is an easy to use, fast, and secure eCommerce platform. Its CMS platform comes with several dynamic and useful features to help users create and manage their websites. The solution’s high-end security features, insightful analytics, user-friendly interface, and vast range of third-party integrations makes it one of the top platforms in the market.
Shopify Features
Shopify has many valuable key features. Some of the most useful ones include:
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Shopify does not have a traditional licensing fee; instead, it operates on a subscription-based model. The cost depends on the specific plan you choose, and it can vary significantly. This cost can add up if you have multiple websites or branches, as each one would require its own subscription. It can be seen as expensive by clients, especially if they have multiple sites to manage, with subscription fees either paid every three months or annually.
The pricing of the solution is economical. The enterprise version is more expensive, however, we do not use it. We pay for the license on a monthly basis and there are payment gateway charges associated with transactions, typically around two percent or as applicable.
If you create a store directly from Shopify then you will receive a 14-day trial period. After that, you will need to purchase a plan. However, if I create it from my partner account then you will get an unlimited trial period. Then, once the store is complete, you need to purchase a plan. They have various plans including ones that are priced at $29 per month, $79 per month, and can go up to $300 per month.
A basic plan, to begin with, is good. I have a basic plan. The basic plan starts at 29 USD per month. Depending on the client's requirements, they can choose either the basic plan or the premium plan. Based on how many products the user has, Shopify will make a suggestion as to which plan will be best. My clients definitely see a return on their investment with Shopify. With Shopify, you don't have to pay for hosting in advance. For all other platforms, including Magento, WordPress, and WooCommerce, you need to purchase external hosting. All external hosting plans range from a minimum of three months to one year. With Shopify, you don't need a specialist to configure the domain name, etc. All you need is a basic plan and you're ready to go. If you don't like the results, you can close it at any time. In summary, it definitely saves our customers a lot of money. By using Shopify, you're saving money on hosting fees and services. This is one of the biggest advantages for my clients.
This is the only platform to enforce its own transaction fee unless you use Shopify Payments Content, which doesn’t automatically reformat when you switch themes.