Ecwid by Lightspeed
Start selling online for free.
Overview
Ecwid (short for 'e-commerce widget') is a unique platform that allows you to add a full-featured online store to any existing website, blog, or social media profile. Instead of building a new site from scratch, you embed Ecwid. It's a versatile solution for businesses that are happy with their current website but want to add selling capabilities. It also offers a simple one-page website option.
✨ Key Features
- Add a store to any website (WordPress, Wix, etc.)
- Sell simultaneously on multiple sites
- Sell on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Amazon, eBay
- Centralized inventory and order management
- Mobile POS integration
- Automated tax calculations
- Forever Free plan available
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Ability to embed a store on any existing website
- Generous free-forever plan
- Focus on multi-channel selling from a central dashboard
Unique Value: Ecwid allows you to start selling online by adding a store to your existing site in minutes, offering a free plan to get started.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Adding a store to a WordPress blog
- Creating a Facebook or Instagram shop
- Using the 'Instant Site' for a quick, simple storefront
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Businesses that need a highly customized, standalone e-commerce website from scratch
- Large enterprises with complex B2B requirements
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike Shopify, which is a self-contained platform, Ecwid is designed to be added to other platforms. Compared to WooCommerce, it's a hosted solution that is much easier to set up and maintain for non-technical users.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Business tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Up to 5 products, basic online store.
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