Beginner level · Module 5: E-Commerce Platforms · Lesson 2 of 3
Shopify, WooCommerce and Marketplaces
Know when and how to move beyond social selling.
In this lesson you will
- Compare store platforms
- Decide when to upgrade
Key concepts
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The lesson
Shopify is a hosted store platform with a monthly fee; WooCommerce adds a store to a WordPress website you host; marketplaces bring traffic but charge fees and limit control.
Check which payment methods each supports in your country and the total monthly cost.
Upgrade when order volume or product range makes chat-based selling hard to manage.
Step by step
- List requirements.
- Compare three options.
- Check payment support.
- Decide the trigger to upgrade.
Practice activity
Write a platform comparison for the next stage.
Expected result: A comparison with a clear upgrade trigger.
Check your understanding
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What is the difference between Shopify and WooCommerce?
Show answer
Shopify is hosted for a fee; WooCommerce runs on your own WordPress site.
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When should a shop upgrade from chat-based selling?
Show answer
When volume or range becomes hard to manage.
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