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What is the difference between an online shop and a website?

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Let's look at the difference between a website and an online shop. Having this clear is very important when it comes to knowing how you want to promote your business on the Internet.

What is an online shop

An online shop refers to a website where it is possible to make a purchase directly, without the website owner intervening in the process.

By clicking on the add to shopping cart button, the user is able to complete the purchase and make the payment by the means of payment provided (PayPal, credit card...), knowing the price, shipping costs and approximate delivery date.

What is a website

A web page is any site on the Internet that is accessible through a web browser. It does not necessarily have to be possible to make a transaction directly. In many cases, a website simply contains a contact form with the company that owns the website.

A website can be static (it has no programming) or it can be dynamic (it offers a response depending on the user's actions). Web 2.0 is fully dynamic, as the user needs to interact with the website in some way. For example, if there is the possibility to submit a form, then the web is dynamic, whereas if there is only text on the page, it would be a static web.

By clicking on the add to shopping cart button, the user is able to complete the purchase and make the payment by the means of payment provided (PayPal, credit card...), knowing the price, shipping costs and approximate delivery date.

How do I know if I need an online shop or a website?

One of the most common doubts here is whether I need an online shop (e-commerce), or whether a website is enough.

In general, our recommendation is that all companies selling products should set up an online shop. 

In the case of service companies, there can be a difference in approach here. If for example the service you offer is a digital 100%, such as a web application, then it makes sense for the site to be operated on a subscription basis. 

It is not exactly an online shop, but you can make online transactions for the use of the desired functionalities. 

However, there are many companies that do not want to price their services, as they offer tailor-made services, with online quotations. In this case, where sales are made through a quotation and are generally closed by e-mail, it is not necessary for the website to be an online shop. 

Contact us if you want us to take care of the web development of your online shop or corporate website. We will design and take care of your online shop with which you can reach new customers, expand your brand and increase your sales.

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