{"id":3393,"date":"2023-08-01T06:18:57","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T06:18:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mtcloud.in\/devigntech\/?post_type=case-study&p=3393"},"modified":"2025-06-10T12:44:27","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T12:44:27","slug":"ecommerce-checklist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/devigntech.com\/ecommerce-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate eCommerce Checklist – 9 Things You Need To Start Your Dream Ecommerce Store"},"content":{"rendered":"
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So you want to build an eCommerce store for your business, right? The global eCommerce market is projected to surpass $5 trillion by 2025, with most estimates placing the 2025 market size between $4.8 trillion and $8.3 trillion<\/p>\n

It is definitely easier to build a website now than a decade ago. That doesn\u2019t mean all eCommerce websites are the same.<\/p>\n

With tons of DIY website builders, software and web design agencies, finding the right way is like finding a needle in a haystack.<\/p>\n

Not to worry. This article is your ultimate eCommerce website checklist: the 9 things that every eCommerce website needs to be complete and ready for customers. Let\u2019s jump right into it.<\/p>\n

The Ultimate Ecommerce Website Checklist<\/h1>\n

These are not tips but the basic requirements for the development of ecommerce websites. Can you launch one by skipping one or two?<\/p>\n

Yes, maybe. But it will be far from perfect.<\/p>\n

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In fact, it might slow you down in the long run. Here\u2019s the ultimate ecommerce website checklist:<\/p>\n

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  1. Get A Domain Name For Your Ecommerce Website<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  2. Choose A Hosting Plan For Your Ecommerce Website<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  3. Decide The Right Platform To Create Your Ecommerce Website<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  4. Construct A Solid Design Layout<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  5. Create Web Content That Communicates With Clarity<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  6. Make Your Ecommerce Website Captivating With Images<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  7. Add The Popular Payment Gateways For Your Ecommerce Website<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  8. Opt For The Right Shipping And Logistics Providers<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n
  9. Offer Options To Track Shipment<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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    1. <\/a>Get A Domain Name For Your Ecommerce Website<\/h2>\n

    What do people notice before seeing your homepage? Of Course it is the domain name. It is what every user uses to see your website.<\/p>\n

    It might be a simple phrase for business owners but users and search engines view it differently. Users find domain names with hyphens and underscores complicated and Google doesn\u2019t prefer them either.<\/p>\n

    That means a simple domain name makes it easier to navigate. You need to stand out from your competitors and your domain name is part of your business identity.<\/p>\n

    Now choose the extension for your eCommerce website. Everyone knows .com but there are other options of .shop, .store, and .boutique that are gaining momentum in the market.<\/p>\n

    Are you ready to buy a domain name? Check out\u00a0Namecheap<\/u><\/a>, a great pick for small eCommerce websites.<\/p>\n

    2. <\/a>Choose A Hosting Plan For Your Ecommerce Website<\/h2>\n

    Now that you have a domain name, it’s time to launch your ecommerce website with the right hosting plan.<\/p>\n

    You cannot get your website online on your own. You need the right hosting plan with the best features that suit your business.<\/p>\n

    Picking the right hosting plan depends on two things:<\/p>\n

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    1. The storage space<\/li>\n
    2. The type of server<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Apart from that, you need to make sure your ecommerce website is SSL certified. This encrypts your website\u2019s data, making it safe and secure from external threats.<\/p>\n

      Customers expect this too.\u00a078% of customers<\/u><\/a>\u00a0will not engage with a website that is prone to attacks.<\/p>\n

      3. <\/a>Decide The Right Platform To Create Your Ecommerce Website<\/h2>\n

      From full-fledged CMS like WordPress to DIY website builders like Wix, the varieties don\u2019t stop.<\/p>\n

      Check out my article<\/u><\/a>\u00a0on how the top website builders square off. On the other hand, for eCommerce websites, a professional website builder should be the first choice.<\/p>\n

      Out of all the options, I would\u00a0avoid DIY website builders<\/u><\/a>\u00a0at all costs. Even though they cover most of the points in the checklist, they cannot go toe-to-toe against professional websites.<\/p>\n

      You can choose WordPress\u2019s WooCommerce or Shopify, a CMS which is the complete package for any online store. If you want a customized option, leveraging PHP frameworks\u00a0 would be a great option.<\/p>\n

      4. <\/a>Construct A Solid Design Layout<\/h2>\n

      Every top website you know started off as a blank page. That\u2019s right.<\/p>\n

      A white canvas can be made into anything and the same applies to your ecommerce website. What matters is how you make it because\u00a094% of first impressions<\/u>\u00a0depend on it.<\/p>\n

      Every website consists of multiple pages for multiple reasons. The web layout is how you place the content in a way that it is easy to navigate and attractive.<\/p>\n

      We narrowed down on the web design mistakes<\/u>\u00a0that designers stumble upon. Check that article out and play it safe.<\/p>\n

      On the other hand, check out\u00a0The Souled Store\u2019s<\/u><\/a>\u00a0website.<\/p>\n

      This ecommerce website is a good example on how you can mix things up and create a layout of your own. Unlike other websites, they have a complex layout with grids of various shapes and sizes. This makes them unique to their theme and brings more eyes to their brand.<\/p>\n

      For ecommerce websites, follow a grid of cards or boxes pattern. This works all the time but you can step out and experiment a little with your own imagination.<\/p>\n

      5. <\/a>Create Web Content That Communicates With Clarity<\/h2>\n

      Alright. Now your website is not a blank page anymore. I see you got the grid right and the type of pages you need.<\/p>\n

      Now for the important part: content. In other words, it’s time for you to speak the language of the internet.<\/p>\n

      For eCommerce websites, content covers the web pages, product information, about and contact pages, FAQs and benefits. If you nail these, your eCommerce website would have covered the essentials.<\/p>\n

      What many failed eCommerce websites do is they do not customize according to their niche.<\/p>\n

      Do not pick online templates. Your visitor may not notice them right away but not for long. After a few pages, they will find out that you are not special and offer the best.<\/p>\n

      So the solution?<\/p>\n

      Hire a content strategist. Let them formulate the right plan for your eCommerce website. This could turn out to be the best investment you will ever make.<\/p>\n

      6. <\/a>Make Your Ecommerce Website Captivating With Images<\/h2>\n

      A great design offers better navigation. No doubt about that. Well-written content can offer all the details that the visitor needs.<\/p>\n

      But do you know what makes\u00a0humans so special<\/u><\/a>? Our emotions and decision making are strongly tied to what we see.<\/p>\n

      If a website looks boring, nobody would want to buy anything. Plain text without any images and color scheme is not appealing. In fact, for eCommerce, a\u00a0proper color pattern<\/u><\/a>\u00a0is highly essential.<\/p>\n

      I want you to check out the font style and color. They\u2019re consistent and it’s all black and white. Notice the header and footer? They\u2019re the same.<\/p>\n

      Open a product and check out the product description, the buttons and the size options. Did you figure out the pattern?<\/p>\n

      The overall design is minimal but strong images and a consistent color pattern is what makes it stand out.<\/p>\n

      7. <\/a>Add The Popular Payment Gateways for your eCommerce Website<\/h2>\n

      Credit cards, debit cards, PayPal and many more. All these are what we consider as payment gateways.<\/p>\n

      Do you know why every eCommerce website has them?<\/p>\n


      \nSource:\u00a0      Finances Online<\/u><\/a><\/p>\n

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      Payment gateways secure the transaction between you and your customer. The bank or the wallet provider is the middle man here, making sure the transaction is safe and secure.<\/p>\n

      So, what are the options? The three obvious ones are credit cards, debit cards and net banking.<\/p>\n

      And the numbers will continue to improve. PayPal is a well known P2P payment gateway. Other than that, you have Razorpay and CCAvenue that are leading names in the business.<\/p>\n

      8. <\/a>Opt For The Right Shipping And Logistics Providers<\/h2>\n

      Now orders are placed and the payment is successful. You need to deliver the package now. This is where the big factor of logistics comes in.<\/p>\n

      When we speak of shipping, shipping charges are a prime factor. Not just that. Customers always prefer free shipping over a hefty charge in the bill.<\/p>\n

      Apart from that, here are other factors:<\/p>\n

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      1. Disclose the returns and refund policy on your website. Every customer has to know what your stance is.<\/li>\n
      2. The delivery period matters as well. Some take a week while Amazon offers\u00a0overnight delivery<\/u><\/a>\u00a0for its prime customers. In short, the sooner the better.<\/li>\n
      3. The warehouse size and placement matters. The closer they are to the customer, the faster the delivery.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

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        9. <\/a>Offer Options To Track Shipment<\/h2>\n

        You and your customer would want to know how your package is travelling. It\u2019s better when you always have an eye on every single package that gets dispatched.<\/p>\n

        This is where a tracker comes in.<\/p>\n

        By tracking a package from the warehouse to the end user, you can eliminate all errors in between the delivery.<\/p>\n

        97% of online customers<\/u><\/a>\u00a0want to track their package until it reaches them. This is called customer loyalty. Offering the ability to track the package increases the trust in your brand.<\/p>\n

        Before Wrapping Up<\/h1>\n

        Alright. That brings us to the end. You are ready to get started. But do you know the best way to create an eCommerce website?<\/p>\n

        Every successful ecommerce website is created and maintained by a professional ecommerce development company. In that space,\u00a0Gyan Devign Tech Services<\/u><\/a>\u00a0has a reputation of its own.<\/p>\n

        If you make it to the end, you are determined to start your dream online store.\u00a0Contact us now<\/u><\/a>\u00a0and let us discuss your dream project, shall we?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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