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Which platform is best?

I could list a bunch of options like Shopify, WordPress, Wix, etc, but a quick Google search will do a much better job at listing all the e-commerce platforms available.

When it comes to choosing, I don’t think there’s a “right” answer, each has their pro’s and con’s. The platform you decide on should depend on your preferences and business needs.

In this Section I’ll include factors to consider when choosing your platform:

Flexibility

• Is the platform flexible both in design and functionality? Or are there hard limitation?
  For example, there might be limitations on how you showcase your products, like the amount of images, or size of images. Consider what you offer today might change as your business grows.
• Will you be able to add new features or sections to your site? Or are you bound by their page design?
• Can you create an entirely bespoke website, or are you limited to a supplied framework or templates?