{"id":36971,"date":"2024-04-25T17:45:33","date_gmt":"2024-04-25T17:45:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/?p=36971"},"modified":"2026-03-31T11:04:38","modified_gmt":"2026-03-31T11:04:38","slug":"how-to-make-an-ecommerce-website-with-wordpress","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-make-an-ecommerce-website-with-wordpress\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Make an Ecommerce Website with WordPress (Beginner\u2019s Step-by-Step Guide)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You\u2019re finally ready to sell your first product online, but the \u201chow\u201d is the part no one really explains. You\u2019ve probably heard WordPress and WooCommerce are the best combo for launching an online store. It gives you full control and custom design. But when you actually sit down to build your site, it can feel like you\u2019ve opened 37 browser tabs and still don\u2019t know what to do first. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We will walk you through the entire process, clearly and simply, so that by the end you know how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress on your own. You\u2019ll see how to do the setup step by step, choose a hosting theme and the plugins you actually need, and how to do everything faster with AI.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Before you start<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before discussing the setup, take a moment to clarify a few things. It\u2019ll make the process smoother:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>What are you selling?:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Define your product and audience (physical, digital, or service). Knowing your market will help you get the right design and features for the store.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Side hustle or full business?:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Are you building a side project or a full-time business? This decision will determine how much you invest in the setup and future growth.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>DIY or get help?:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Do you want full control over every detail, or would you rather get occasional help with design or marketing? Keep it manageable based on your comfort level.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><b>Why WooCommerce? The perfect fit for WordPress ecommerce<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re considering using or may already be using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/wordpress-glossary\/what-is-wordpress\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/woocommerce-glossary\/what-is-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WooCommerce<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the optimal choice for building your ecommerce store. Here\u2019s why:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete control<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: With WooCommerce, you have full ownership of your store and its data, unlike hosted platforms like Shopify or Etsy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Customization<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: WordPress easily integrates with WooCommerce and gives you endless customization options with themes and plugins. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cost-effective<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: WooCommerce itself is free, and you can scale your store as your business grows without hefty monthly fees.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Scalability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Whether you\u2019re running a small shop or expanding into a full business, WooCommerce grows with you.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Insider tip: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking for flexibility, low cost, and full control, WooCommerce is the best way to go with WordPress.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Option 1: How to make an ecommerce website with WordPress manually<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The first, go-to option when building an ecommerce site with WordPress is to do everything manually. It\u2019s a little time consuming, and might seem confusing, but if you follow the clear steps below, your job will be much easier. So, if you&#8217;re wondering how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, this is the most hands-on approach, and the one that gives you the most control.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Choose your domain name<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-choose-a-domain-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">domain name<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is your online address, that makes finding you easier. To find and buy a domain name, you can use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/domain-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online domain name search tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but when you do so, keep in mind that the name should follow a few simple rules, for you to get the best of it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/10Web-Domain-Name-Tool.png\" width=\"2760\" height=\"1304\" class=\"alignnone\" alt=\"How to Make an Ecommerce Website with WordPress\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your domain name should:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reflect your brand<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Make it match your business name.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Keep it simple<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Short, memorable, and easy to spell.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Use keywords<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: For better SEO (but keep it natural).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Choose the right extension<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: .com is common, but options like .store work, too.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Think long-term<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Pick a name that grows with your business.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Check availability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ensure it&#8217;s free on both domains and social media.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you already have a domain, just link it to your hosting provider by updating the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/glossary\/dns\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DNS<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> settings. Learn how to manage it <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.10web.io\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/360011527240-How-to-Manage-DNS-Records-in-10Web\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Choose a hosting provider<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now you need <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/glossary\/wordpress-hosting\/\"><b>hosting<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your website. When you&#8217;re figuring out how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, choosing reliable hosting is one of the most important early steps. It affects everything related to your store performance. Look for a provider that offers:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reliability<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 99.9% uptime.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fast loading speeds<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Security<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Especially for transactions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can review some WordPress hosting providers <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but if you want everything done for you, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/hosting\/managed-wordpress-hosting\/\"><b>10Web Managed WordPress Hosting<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a great option. It combines high-performance hosting with an AI website builder to take care of the technical setup for you. We will explore this option later. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Install WordPress<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Installing WordPress is easy. If your hosting provider offers <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/automated-wordpress-migration\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">one-click installs<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just log into your account, click, and go. For more control, you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-install-wordpress-a-step-by-step-guide\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">manually download and upload WordPress<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> files, but the one-click method is great for beginners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Install WooCommerce<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WooCommerce is the plugin that turns your WordPress site into an online store. To install it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>Plugins &gt; Add New<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your dashboard.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Search for <\/span><b>WooCommerce<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and click <\/span><b>Install Now<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Activate<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> the plugin and follow the setup wizard to get your store up and running.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need a visual guide, watch this short video from 00:25 to see how it looks like:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Install Woocommerce Plugin In WordPress \ud83d\udd25 | Woocommerce Tutorial\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K6xKnsBWxSw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Set up your ecommerce website<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make your online store functional and user-friendly, WooCommerce automatically creates key pages like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-set-up-woocommerce-shop-page\/\"><b>Shop<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-add-add-to-cart-button-in-woocommerce\/\"><b>Cart<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-edit-woocommerce-my-account-page\/\"><b>My Account<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ecommerce-checkout-page-design\/\"><b>Checkout<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. But you can check and customize these pages so they\u2019re easy to navigate and more fitting for your store needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Shop page<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Shop<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page is where all your products are displayed. WooCommerce automatically creates this page, but you can easily change it:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>WooCommerce &gt; Settings<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/1.-WooCommerce-Settings.png\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Navigate to <\/span><b>Products &gt; General. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Check the <\/span><b>Shop Page<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> dropdown to make sure it&#8217;s set to the correct page (either the default or a custom page of your choice).<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/2.-Products-General.png\" width=\"3024\" height=\"1688\" class=\"alignnone\" alt=\"How to Make an Ecommerce Website with WordPress\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on your theme, you can adjust the layout of your shop, like changing the number of products per row or per page. This can be done by just navigating to <\/span><b>Appearance &gt; Customize<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and looking for WooCommerce-specific options or theme settings.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><b>Cart page, My Account page, and Checkout page<\/b><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Cart<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page shows your customers the products they\u2019ve added to their cart before they proceed to checkout. The <\/span><b>My Account<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page lets customers view their past orders, update their billing\/shipping info, and more. The <\/span><b>Checkout<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> page is where your customers finalize their purchases, entering payment and shipping details. All three are important, so let\u2019s check if they are set correctly before you publish your site:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>WooCommerce &gt; Settings &gt; Advanced<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/3.-WooCommerce-Settings-Advanced.png\" \/><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Verify that the <\/span><b>Cart page<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is set properly. Check the <\/span><b>Checkout page<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><b>My account page<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as well under the Cart page. <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the Cart page, consider adding features like cart suggestions (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-set-related-products-in-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">related products<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), return to shop button, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/continue-shopping-for-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">continue shopping<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> links to encourage additional purchases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Insider tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Consider reducing the number of steps or required fields in the checkout process to improve conversion rates and reduce cart abandonment. Plugins like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/wordpress.org\/plugins\/woocommerce-checkout-manager\/\"><b>WooCommerce Checkout Manager<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help you customize the checkout experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Add your products<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>Products &gt; Add New<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your dashboard to add your products. You can enter details like product name, description, price, images.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/4.-Products-Add-New.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under the main text editor, you will find the <\/span><b>Product Data<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> panel. Here you can adjust your <strong>Product Type<\/strong> from a dropdown menu.<br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/5.-Product-Type.png\" \/> <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same panel you can specify product-related details such as <\/span><b>General, Inventory, Shipping, Linked Products, Attributes, Advances<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/6.-Product-Related-Details.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to set <\/span><b>Tags, Categories, <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><b> Visuals <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">for the product (the right-side panel). Once done, <\/span><b>Preview<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and hit <\/span><b>Publish<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to make them live on your site.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/7.-Preview-Publish.png\" width=\"3024\" height=\"1716\" class=\"alignnone\" alt=\"How to Make an Ecommerce Website with WordPress\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Choose a theme for your ecommerce website<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re just learning how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, selecting the right theme is a big part of the process. For stores, it\u2019s important to go for a theme that works well with WooCommerce. Here\u2019s what to look for:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Responsive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: It should work across devices.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>WooCommerce-compatible<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ensure it supports your store\u2019s functions.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>SEO-friendly<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Helps your store rank higher in search results.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you pick a theme, install it and tweak it to match your brand. Find out <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-choose-a-wordpress-theme\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">how to choose WordPress themes<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in our blog. After you made your choice, adding is just a simple click from your dashboard: Go to <\/span><b>Appearance<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt; <\/span><b>Themes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt; <\/span><b>Add Theme<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &gt; search and add the selected theme, and you\u2019re done.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/10.-Appearance-Themes-Add-New-Theme.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Add extensions to your ecommerce website<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Extensions can improve your store\u2019s functionality. Some popular ones are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/woocommerce-glossary\/what-payment-gateways-does-woocommerce-support\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">payment gateways<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/stripe.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stripe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paypal.com\/bg\/home\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">PayPal<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-set-up-shipping-in-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">shipping extensions<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (real-time rates), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/accounts.google.com\/v3\/signin\/identifier?continue=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1ViI39N3WlVn8E0oOIdVvcr1GFG82jeF8GHx7igs1Iy8%2Fedit%3Ftab%3Dt.li6mo9mdjhg1&amp;followup=https%3A%2F%2Fdocs.google.com%2Fdocument%2Fd%2F1ViI39N3WlVn8E0oOIdVvcr1GFG82jeF8GHx7igs1Iy8%2Fedit%3Ftab%3Dt.li6mo9mdjhg1&amp;ifkv=AXH0vVtr4hDp_NmApop-lZoBwy4KW1j01lBBDmP2URDiFcvzCIuzzEE2o4XOzAXRQegRRIfxw_outw&amp;ltmpl=docs&amp;osid=1&amp;passive=1209600&amp;service=wise&amp;flowName=WebLiteSignIn&amp;flowEntry=ServiceLogin&amp;dsh=S758999654%3A1745546939513823#heading=h.mnkww0n2yhse\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tax plugins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can add them by going to <\/span><b>Plugins &gt; Add New<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are a couple of guides to help you with choosing your plugins:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/woocommerce-inventory-management\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9 WooCommerce inventory management plugins for your online store<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/what-is-the-best-wordpress-security-plugin-for-your-website\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best WordPress security plugins for your website<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/what-is-the-best-seo-plugin-for-wordpress\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best SEO plugins for WordPress<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ai-websites\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">29 top AI websites you need to try<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, keep in mind that your hosting provider or website builder could already include features that support your activities. Check before you add any plugins. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Option 2: How to make an ecommerce website with WordPress using AI<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Creating a WordPress-based ecommerce site is effective, but it can take time. If you\u2019re looking to save effort and get started quickly, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-ecommerce-website-builder\/\"><b>10Web\u2019s AI Ecommerce Website Builder<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the tool to help you with that. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/\"><b>10Web<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, just answer a few simple questions, and the AI builds your WordPress website for you, including content, images (you can change those later), and WooCommerce integration. It\u2019s like having a personal assistant build your store, with a couple of simple steps: <\/span><\/p>\n<div style=\"width: 1920px;\" class=\"wp-video\"><!--[if lt IE 9]><script>document.createElement('video');<\/script><![endif]-->\n<video class=\"wp-video-shortcode\" id=\"video-36971-1\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" preload=\"metadata\" controls=\"controls\"><source type=\"video\/mp4\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/10Web-Ecommerce-Website-Builder.mp4?_=1\" \/><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/10Web-Ecommerce-Website-Builder.mp4\">https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/01\/10Web-Ecommerce-Website-Builder.mp4<\/a><\/video><\/div>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Describe your store<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Just type what you&#8217;re selling and who it&#8217;s for.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Let AI build it<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Instantly get a full site with products, layout, and copy.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Customize &amp; launch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Change colors, add your brand, and hit publish.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once your site is set up and you want to make some changes, you can just type it in your chat with AI, and the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/help.10web.io\/hc\/en-us\/articles\/23970145055122-Co-Pilot-Editor\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI Co-Pilot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does it for you. The drag-and-drop editor is also a plus, if you prefer to do it manually. In any case, you don\u2019t need any technical skills to make changes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But the most important thing here is that <\/span><b>with 10Web, you get all-in-one features:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/domain-name\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">domain name<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (free for the 1st year), <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/hosting\/managed-wordpress-hosting\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hosting<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, automatic WordPress and WooCommerce setup, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI website builder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, AI Co-Pilot to make changes when you need, an optimized and secure store, an ecommerce dashboard to manage your store, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let\u2019s focus a bit on 10Web\u2019s ecommerce dashboard, and see how managing your store is simple and smooth:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">See all key stats at a glance (sales, orders, products sold)<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Manage products, customers, and orders with ease<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Set up payment methods, taxes, and shipping in a few clicks<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Monitor transactions, payouts, and emails from one place<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All in one clean, faster and beginner-friendly interface<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/12.-10Web-Ecommerce-Dashboard.png\" width=\"2609\" height=\"1547\" class=\"alignnone\" alt=\"How to Make an Ecommerce Website with WordPress\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you still prefer the WordPress dashboard, you can still switch to whenever you want with a click. But with 10Web, most users never need to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to skip the technical setup and save time, <\/span><b>10Web\u2019s AI Ecommerce Website Builder<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the ideal choice. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 .button{\r\n        background-color: #3339F1;\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339F1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_98\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/Group-175063@2x.png\" alt=\"Build your website in 1 minute\" title=\"Build your website in 1 minute\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Build your website in 1 minute<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>Create your dream website with 10Web AI Website Builder <br> and take your business online!<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-98\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Generate Your Website<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>How much does it really cost to build a store?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to set realistic expectations about both cost and time. If you&#8217;re learning how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, your total cost depends on how hands-on you want to be, and which tools you choose to speed things up.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What you\u2019ll need (checklist)<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Domain<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Your website\u2019s address. Expect to pay around <\/span><b>$10\u2013$20\/year<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Free for the 1st year with 10Web. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Hosting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This is where your website lives. Basic but good quality hosting can start at <\/span><b>$10\/month<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, but you may need more power as your store grows.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Theme<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The design of your site. Free themes are available, but premium themes (with more features) usually cost around <\/span><b>$30\u2013$60<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (one-time).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Plugins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Add extra features to your store (payment gateways, SEO tools, etc.). Some are free, but for a better experience, expect to pay <\/span><b>$10\u2013$100+<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for premium plugins.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Optional extras<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: You might want extra things like advanced security features, email marketing tools, or custom design work. These costs can add up, with some premium tools running <\/span><b>$20\u2013$50\/month<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With <\/span><b>10Web\u2019s Managed WordPress Hosting and AI Website Builder<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, instead of paying for individual components, you pay once for everything. That\u2019s <\/span><b>managed hosting<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><b>AI-powered website creation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><b>premium features<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> included in simple, transparent payment of only <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/pricing-platform\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$11\/month<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button{\r\n        background-color: rgb(51,57,241);\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339f1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_92\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/info-icon-cta.png\" alt=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\" title=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Simplify WordPress with 10Web<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>Automate manual work with 10Web Managed WordPress Hosting and 10Web AI Website Builder. Optimize your WordPress website effortlessly. <\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-92\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Learn How<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Time estimate to launch your store<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><b>DIY route<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Setting up a WordPress store manually can take anywhere from <\/span><b>10 to 40 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, depending on how much customization you do. You\u2019ll spend time installing WordPress, adding plugins, customizing the theme, and testing everything.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>AI route<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Using a tool like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-ecommerce-website-builder\/\"><b>AI Website Builder<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, you can get your store up and running in <\/span><b>2 to 5 hours<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The AI sets everything up for you, from WordPress installation to WooCommerce integration, saving you tons of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Quick reminder: Free can cost more in the long run<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While starting with free tools might seem like the budget-friendly option, the time it takes to get everything right can add up. If you want to save time, going for a smart setup (premium themes, essential plugins) or even using AI can often be a better investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Shipping, taxes, and legal stuff (don\u2019t skip this)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To make your online store operational and compliant, there are a few important areas you can\u2019t skip: shipping, taxes, and legal policies. Let\u2019s walk through the essentials.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>WooCommerce shipping basics<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up <\/span><b>shipping zones<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is required to make sure your customers get accurate shipping rates. Here\u2019s how to get started:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Go to <\/span><b>WooCommerce &gt; Settings &gt; Shipping &gt; Shipping zones.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add shipping zones for different regions (local, national, international) by clicking <\/span><b>Add Zone<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For each zone, set a name, regions, methods, and even limitations.<\/span><\/span><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/8.-Add-Zone.png\" \/><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s what a complete list of shipping zones should look like:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/9.-Shipping-Zones.png\" \/><\/p>\n<p><b>Insider tip<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Always test your shipping zones with a dummy order to ensure everything works as expected before going live.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Tax plugins and manual zone setup<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Taxes can be tricky, but it\u2019s pretty easy to set up a working system with WooCommerce. You can configure tax settings based on:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Shipping or billing address<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Choose whether taxes should be calculated based on the customer&#8217;s shipping or billing address.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tax-inclusive pricing<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Decide if your prices include taxes or if they should be added during checkout.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For <\/span><b>US-based stores<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, use a plugin like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.taxjar.com\/\"><b>TaxJar<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to automate sales tax calculations. For international stores, set up tax rates for each country or region manually under <\/span><b>WooCommerce &gt; Settings &gt; Tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. If you can\u2019t find the Tax page, you probably didn\u2019t enable tax rates and calculations from <\/span><b>General<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> settings. Make sure the box is ticked:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/04\/11.-Enable-Taxes.png\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><b>Terms &amp; conditions, privacy, and return policies<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s important to have the legal pages in place for compliance and trust-building. These policies are not just there to give confidence to your customers when shopping, but also to protect your business. Let\u2019s first get familiar with the terms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.termsfeed.com\/dictionary\/terms-and-conditions-definition\/\"><b>Terms &amp; conditions<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A page detailing your store\u2019s terms, payment policies, and shipping terms.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Privacy_policy\"><b>Privacy policy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: A statement on how you handle customer data, including GDPR compliance if you\u2019re in the EU.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/termly.io\/resources\/guides\/how-to-write-a-return-policy\/\"><b>Return policy<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Be clear about your return and refund process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use free templates or generators to create these documents. There are many <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/termly.io\/resources\/templates\/terms-and-conditions-template\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">widely available tools<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for this. These legal documents should be accessible from the footer of your website.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Common beginner mistakes (and how to avoid them)<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When you&#8217;re figuring out how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, it\u2019s easy to overlook the little stuff that causes big problems later. Let\u2019s walk through some of the most common (but totally avoidable) mistakes.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Plugin overload <\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might think the more plugins, the better. Wrong. Too many plugins can slow down your site and even cause conflicts between them. This affects site speed, which hurts both user experience and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/wordpress-glossary\/what-is-wordpress-seo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SEO<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fast fix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Only install the plugins you absolutely need. Test them as you go, and remove any that aren\u2019t necessary. Keep your plugin count lean and mean.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Forgetting mobile optimization<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A lot of beginners spend all my time perfecting my desktop design, completely ignoring how my site looked on mobile. But most of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.outerboxdesign.com\/articles\/digital-marketing\/mobile-ecommerce-statistics\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">online shoppers use their phones<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and you are losing them.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fast fix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Use a responsive theme (like those built into <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-ecommerce-website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10Web\u2019s AI Ecommerce Website Builder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">), which automatically adjusts your store\u2019s layout for mobile. Always test how your site looks on mobile devices before launching.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>3. No backups or updates<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another common mistake: You get so excited about your site going live that you forget to set up backups and automatic updates. A simple plugin update can cause your site to crash, and you\u2019ll have no way to recover your data. An online store-owner\u2019s nightmare.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fast fix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Set up <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/wordpress-backup-service\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">automatic backups<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> through your hosting provider (like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10Web<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> does for you), and enable automatic updates for your themes and plugins. You can also use plugins like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/teamupdraft.com\/updraftplus\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UpdraftPlus<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Skipping checkout tests<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You might think your checkout page\u2019s fine and never test it. Then real customers start hitting the checkout and get stuck or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/woocommerce-glossary\/what-is-an-abandoned-cart-in-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">abandon their cart<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to errors in the process. Big oops.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fast fix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Test your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ecommerce-checkout-page-design\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">checkout flow<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with a dummy order before launching. Ensure that every step works, from adding items to completing payment. Don\u2019t forget to test payment gateways and look out for unexpected charges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>5. No product validation before launch<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This one\u2019s not technical, but related to the business-side of things. You might love your products, but the customers you aim for might not care. You\u2019ll be left with unsold inventory that wasn\u2019t aligned with what my target audience actually wanted.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Fast fix<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Before you go live (or even start anything), validate your product ideas. Start with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/terms\/m\/market-research.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">market research<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or small test runs to see if people are actually interested. Tools like <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/trends.google.com\/trends\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Google Trends<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or even testing a small batch can save you time and money.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button{\r\n        background-color: rgb(51,57,241);\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339f1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_92\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/info-icon-cta.png\" alt=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\" title=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Simplify WordPress with 10Web<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>Automate manual work with 10Web Managed WordPress Hosting and 10Web AI Website Builder. Optimize your WordPress website effortlessly. <\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-92\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Learn How<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Real advice from real store creators<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The mistakes above are the most common, but not the only ones. There are a lot of blind spots, so let\u2019s have a real talk and see what we can learn from people who\u2019ve already made mistakes. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Wordpress\/comments\/nwj79p\/can_i_build_an_ecommerce_website_on_wordpress_for\/\"><b>Before launching<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"tenweb-quote\">\n\t It\u2019s not as easy as just slapping together a website. I thought WordPress + WooCommerce would be plug-and-play, but there\u2019s so much setup and tweaking involved. Honestly, I wish I knew how time-consuming it was to manage everything myself.<\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Takeaway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Before diving in, take the time to learn the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/how-to-use-woocommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">basics of WooCommerce<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and the essential setup. Use 10Web\u2019s AI Website Builder to save time and reduce manual tasks. Even after you publish you can use 10Web\u2019s user-friendly interface and editor, not be confused. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Wordpress\/comments\/1ck2ttc\/building_my_first_ecommerce_website_what_are_the\/\"><b>The Reality of SEO<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"tenweb-quote\">\n\t I focused too much on perfecting my website design and didn\u2019t spend enough time on SEO. After launching, I realized my site wasn\u2019t getting any traffic. SEO takes time, and it\u2019s easy to neglect when you&#8217;re excited about the store.<\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Takeaway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: SEO isn\u2019t a one-time thing. Focus on long-tail keywords and content creation early on.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/Wordpress\/comments\/z3ok4l\/how_easy_is_it_to_create_an_ecommerce_website\/\"><b>About customer experience<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"tenweb-quote\">\n\t I launched my store thinking the product would do all the work. But customer service and easy navigation turned out to be just as important. Customers don\u2019t just want to buy, they want a seamless experience. <\/div>\n\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Takeaway<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Focus on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ecommerce-ux-design\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">user experience (UX)<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as much as product quality. The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI Website Builder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will optimize elements like simple navigation and checkout automatically.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Pre-launch checklist<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you hit <\/span><b>Publish<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure everything is set for success. Use this checklist to ensure you haven\u2019t missed any key steps:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol class=\"black\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Domain and hosting <\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">WordPress and WooCommerce setup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Theme and design<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Products, pricing, and shipping setup<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Test orders, mobile UX, and backups<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Legal pages and contacts <\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><b>Note<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: The first three items of the checklist are crossed off automatically if you decide to use <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-ecommerce-website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10Web AI Ecommerce Website Builder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>You\u2019re closer than you think<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With a lot of boxes to tick, starting your ecommerce journey might feel confusing at first. But remember &#8211; you don\u2019t need to do it all today. Mastering how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress is not a one day task. Each step you take gets you closer to your goal, and soon enough, your store will be up and running.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you need more help along the way, there are a lot of guides online on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ecommerce-seo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ecommerce SEO<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/best-email-marketing-software-for-ecommerce\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">email marketing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/ecommerce-automation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">automation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to keep your store growing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you&#8217;re looking to skip some of the setup and get straight to the customizing your store, 10Web makes it easier than ever to get started, with all-in-one hosting and AI tools to handle the technical stuff.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ve got this. And if you get stuck, just come back here or start building with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-ecommerce-website-builder\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10Web<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today. The next step is yours.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 .button{\r\n        background-color: #3339F1;\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339F1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_98 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_98 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_98\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/Group-175063@2x.png\" alt=\"Build your website in 1 minute\" title=\"Build your website in 1 minute\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Build your website in 1 minute<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>Create your dream website with 10Web AI Website Builder <br> and take your business online!<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-98\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Generate Your Website<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQ<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Is WordPress &amp; WooCommerce too hard for beginners?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">No, it\u2019s not impossible! But there\u2019s a learning curve. If you\u2019re wondering how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress, it\u2019s flexible, but it requires some setup and attention. To skip much of the technical work, 10Web&#8217;s AI Website Builder can handle it for you, making it easier to get started.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Can I build a store for free?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Technically, yes &#8211; but \u201cfree\u201d often comes with hidden costs, like paid plugins, themes, and hosting (most importantly). To truly sell on WordPress with ease, consider 10Web for a managed, all-in-one solution that covers everything and keeps the process simple.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">What plugins do I really need?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">At a minimum, WooCommerce (for the store), SEO plugin (like Rank Math), security (like Wordfence), backup plugin (if not using 10Web&#8217;s built-in backups).These will help you sell on WordPress effectively without overwhelming your site with unnecessary tools.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Should I use Elementor?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Elementor is a great choice for beginners when learning how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress. Its drag-and-drop interface makes customization easy without needing to code. If you want a streamlined process, 10Web&#8217;s AI Website Builder also integrates with Elementor to help you start quickly.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">What\u2019s the best hosting if I\u2019m on a budget?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Shared hosting can be an option, but it can hurt performance. If you want both affordability and performance when you sell on WordPress, 10Web\u2019s Managed WordPress Hosting provides a reliable, budget-friendly solution with high performance and automatic backups.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Can I make an ecommerce site with WordPress?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Absolutely! WordPress, combined with WooCommerce, is one of the best options to sell on WordPress. It offers flexibility, scalability, and a wide range of plugins, making it an excellent choice for building your ecommerce website.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Is WordPress good for ecommerce?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Yes, WordPress is fantastic for ecommerce. With WooCommerce, you can create a fully customizable and functional online store. It\u2019s a great platform to sell on WordPress with plenty of tools to help you scale.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">How much does it cost to build a WordPress ecommerce website?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">Costs can vary, but for a basic setup, you\u2019ll need to pay for hosting, domain, themes, and plugins. You could spend anywhere from $100 to $500\/year to start. If you want to avoid the hassle of piecing things together, 10Web offers an all-in-one solution that simplifies the process and helps you focus on selling on WordPress.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <div class=\"faq-shortcode\">\n    <p class=\"faq_title\">Is Shopify better than WordPress?<\/p>\n    <div class=\"faq_content\">It depends on your needs. Shopify is an all-in-one ecommerce platform that\u2019s easier to set up, but it\u2019s less customizable than WordPress. If you want full control and how to make an ecommerce website with WordPress that\u2019s completely tailored to you, WordPress with WooCommerce is a great choice. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92{\r\n          background-color: #000000;\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button{\r\n        background-color: rgb(51,57,241);\r\n      color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339f1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_inline_92 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n        #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_info p {\r\n        padding-left: 36px;\r\n      }\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px;\r\n      }\r\n  @media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1260px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_inline_92 .ctablocks_content_button {\r\n          margin-left: 37px !important;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  ;\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_inline_92\" class=\"ctablocks_container inline_type\r\n        \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n      \r\n            <div class=\"title-wrap\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t                  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/info-icon-cta.png\" alt=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\" title=\"Simplify WordPress with 10Web\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t            <h4>Simplify WordPress with 10Web<\/h4>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n              <p>Automate manual work with 10Web Managed WordPress Hosting and 10Web AI Website Builder. Optimize your WordPress website effortlessly. <\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-92\" data-buttontype=\"cta-inline\"\r\n\t        >Learn How<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\r\n<style>\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87{\r\n            color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-radius: 6px;\r\n  }\r\n\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87 p{\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87 .button{\r\n          background-color: rgb(51,57,241);\r\n        color: #ffffff;\r\n    border-color: #3339f1 !important;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87 .button:hover{\r\n    background: rgba(51,57,241,0.8);\r\n    color: #ffffff;\r\n    opacity: 1;\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87.ctablocks_container {\r\n    left: 100%;\r\n  }\r\n  @media screen and (max-width: 1300px) {\r\n      #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87.ctablocks_container {\r\n          left: 0;\r\n          margin: 0 auto;\r\n      }\r\n  }\r\n  #ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87 .ctablocks_content {\r\n      background-color: #000000;\r\n  }\r\n<\/style>\r\n<div id=\"ctablocks_scrollbox-with-icon_87\" class=\"ctablocks_container scrollbox-with-icon_type\r\n      \">\r\n\r\n  <div class=\"ctablocks_content clear\">\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_info\">\r\n              <h4>Build your website in 1 minute<\/h4>\r\n        <h4 class=\"mobile-title\">Create your website now for Free<\/h4>\r\n              <p>Love the designs? Make them yours in a few clicks with 10Web AI Website Builder.<\/p>\r\n          <\/div>\r\n    <div class=\"ctablocks_content_button\">\r\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/ai-website-builder\/\" class=\"button\" data-gtag=\"sign-up-blog\" data-buttontype=\"sign-up\" data-gtag=\"cta-87\" data-buttontype=\"cta-scrollbox-with-icon\"\r\n\t        >Learn More<\/a>\r\n            \r\n    <\/div>\r\n  <\/div>\r\n    <span class=\"close_ctablocks\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"close-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/cta-blocks\/assets\/images\/close_w.svg\" class=\"close\">\r\n      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"floating-icon\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2024\/04\/Mask-Group-96598@2x.png\" alt=\"Build your website in 1 minute\" title=\"Build your website in 1 minute\">\r\n<!--      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"arrow-icon white\" src=\"\/cta-blocks\/assets\/images\/arrow-icon.svg\" class=\"close\">\r\n-->      <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"arrow-icon purple\" src=\"https:\/\/10web.io\/blog\/wp-content\/plugins\/cta-blocks\/assets\/images\/arrow-icon-purple.svg\" class=\"close\">\r\n  <\/span>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You\u2019re finally ready to sell your first product online, but the \u201chow\u201d is the part no one really explains. You\u2019ve probably heard WordPress and WooCommerce are the best combo for launching an online store. It gives you full control and custom design. But when you actually sit down to build your site, it can feel like you\u2019ve opened 37 browser&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":34904,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"two_page_speed":[],"footnotes":"","tenweb_blog_toc":"<ul>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#before-you-start\">Before you start<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#why-woocommerce-the-perfect-fit-for-wordpress-ecommerce\">Why WooCommerce? The perfect fit for WordPress ecommerce<\/a>\r\n\t<\/li>\r\n\t<li>\r\n\t\t<a href=\"#option-1-how-to-make-an-ecommerce-website-with-wordpress-manually\">Option 1: How to make an ecommerce website with WordPress manually<\/a>\r\n\t\t<ul>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#1-choose-your-domain-name\">1. Choose your domain name<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#2-choose-a-hosting-provider\">2. Choose a hosting provider<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#3-install-wordpress\">3. Install WordPress<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#4-install-woocommerce\">4. Install WooCommerce<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#5-set-up-your-ecommerce-website\">5. Set up your ecommerce website<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#6-add-your-products\">6. Add your products<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#7-choose-a-theme-for-your-ecommerce-website\">7. Choose a theme for your ecommerce website<\/a>\r\n\t\t\t<\/li>\r\n\t\t\t<li>\r\n\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#8-add-extensions-to-your-ecommerce-website\">8. 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