Commerce systems.
WHAT THE OPTIONS ARE
A hosted platform that runs the shop for you A shop application on your own hosting
HOSTED PLATFORMS
Less to maintain Predictable monthly cost Constrained to what they support Data and design tied to the platform
SELF-HOSTED
Full control Your responsibility to maintain and secure Frequently cheaper at small scale
WHAT TO ESTABLISH EITHER WAY
Which payment methods are supported for your market Whether local gateways integrate How you export your products and customers What happens to your shop if you stop paying
THE PAYMENT QUESTION
Establish before committing that the platform works with the gateways your customers use.
WHAT TO SECURE
Administrative access, with a second step Customer data Payment configuration
WHAT TO BACK UP
Orders and customer data, exported regularly.
WHAT TO TEST MONTHLY
A complete purchase, on a phone.
