Ecommerce websites are mostly based on a Content Management Type system that has features built in specific to running an online store or shop.
Some ecommerce systems are designed to integrate with a CMS solution, such as VirtueMart in Joomla, or WooCommerce for WordPress. Other ecommerce systems are standalone, such as Magento or Shopify, with some free, open source options such as osCommerce.
Features to check for when assessing an e-commerce system and associated templates should include the following:
- A shopping cart system
- Payment taking options
- Product organising system
- Product descriptions
- Product attributes
- Unique product identifiers (SKU)
- Shopper registrations
- Order processing
- Order statistics
- SEO features
- Price including VAT or Tax
- Shipping cost calculation
- Product dimensions and weight details
- Associated product images
- Multiple currency options
- Product reviews
- Downloadable products
- Stock control
- Multiple language options
- Reporting tools for sales, etc
See our download templates section for some websites that provide free and charged for e-commerce website templates.
