Should I use Shopify or a custom storefront?

Shopify is great if you want a turnkey solution with minimal development. A custom storefront makes sense when you want full design control, lower ongoing fees, or need custom functionality. I can help you decide.

How do you handle payments?

Stripe is the payment processor. It handles credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and more. You never touch sensitive payment data -- it is all handled securely by Stripe.

What about taxes and shipping?

Tax collection can be automated based on location. Shipping rates can be flat-rate, weight-based, or calculated by carrier. Local pickup is also easy to add.

Can I sell digital products?

Yes. Digital downloads, access codes, subscriptions -- all supported. Customers get automated delivery after purchase.

Development

E-Commerce Solutions

Sell your products online with a storefront that loads fast, looks great, and handles payments securely. Custom-built or Shopify-integrated at $100/hr. Typically $600-$1,200+ · 6-12+ hours.

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What you get

Features & deliverables

Everything included when you work with me on e-commerce solutions.

Seamless checkout

Stripe-powered checkout that handles cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay. Secure, PCI-compliant, and easy for customers.

Product management

Add, edit, and organize products through a headless CMS. No code changes needed for inventory updates.

Fast storefronts

Static product pages load instantly. Customers do not wait, and Google rewards you with better rankings.

Sales analytics

Track revenue, conversion rates, and popular products. Know what is selling and what needs attention.

Local delivery options

Support local pickup, delivery zones, and shipping -- perfect for Okanagan businesses serving both locals and tourists.

Why it matters

Benefits

Sell 24/7 without being tied to store hours
Reach customers beyond your physical location
Accept payments securely with industry-standard processing
Manage inventory from your phone with a headless CMS
Lower transaction fees compared to marketplace platforms

How it works

The process

Transparent from start to finish. No surprises.

Catalog & goals

Free

How many products? Physical or digital? Shipping requirements? We map out exactly what your store needs.

Design & build

1-2 weeks

Custom storefront design, product pages, cart, and checkout -- all built and tested end-to-end.

Payment setup

1 day

Stripe integration, tax configuration, shipping rules, and order notification emails.

Launch & optimize

Ongoing

Go live, monitor the first orders, and tweak the checkout flow based on real customer behavior.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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Get in touch for a free consultation and honest estimate. No commitment, no pressure.

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