E-commerce

E-commerce covers buying and selling products or services over the internet through an online store. At a minimum a store needs a product catalog, a shopping cart, a reliable payment gateway and an SSL certificate ✕ An SSL certificate is a website's digital "credential" that enables TLS encryption and confirms the site is genuine. Recognizable by the padlock and "https." More in the glossary → to encrypt customer data. You can build one with a website builder ✕ A website builder lets you assemble a complete site without coding, by combining blocks and templates visually. Hosting, a domain and an SSL certificate are usually included. More in the glossary → that has store features, with solutions like WooCommerce ✕ WooCommerce is a free plugin that turns WordPress into an online store. It adds a catalog, cart, payments and order management. More in the glossary → on WordPress ✕ WordPress is the world's most-used content management system, letting you build and manage websites and blogs without coding skills. More in the glossary → , or with dedicated platforms. When choosing, transaction fees, supported payment methods, stock and tax handling, and site speed all matter. A fast, secure and clear store sells more and builds more trust. More in the best website builders comparison.