--- title: Shift4Shop eCommerce Blog (20) description: eCommerce Blog by Shift4Shop (20) --- [![eCommerce Blog](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hubfs/shift4shop/shift4-blog.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/) [![shift4shop logo](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hubfs/shift4shop/shift4shop-Black.png) |Blog](https://blog.3dcart.com/) [Sign Up](https://www.3dcart.com/freetrial.htm?utm_campaign=Blog&utm_source=blog&utm_medium=blog-cta&utm_content=free-trial-cta) [Subscribe](https://blog.shift4shop.com/page/20#subscribeBlock) # eCommerce Blog [Social Media](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/social) | 10 min read ## [The Ultimate Guide for Social Media Guidelines Your Team Will Love](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines) By [Max Benz](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/max-benz) [October 26, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines#comments-listing) [![Social Media Guidelines](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1201792304.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-1201792304.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines) Social media sites are popular all over the world, with billions of users on Facebook, Twitter, and now TikTok, from across the globe. This makes it increasingly crucial for brands to leverage the power of social media platforms to engage potential customers. But, to present a cohesive brand image, you need social media guidelines to communicate the brand’s expectations to its employees reliably. Let’s find out how you can create useful social media guidelines for your business. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/social-media-guidelines) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Starting a Business](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/starting-a-business) | 18 min read ## [15 Businesses You Can Start for Less Than $100](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100) By [Freya Kuka](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/freya-kuka) [October 23, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/15%20businesses%20feature.jpg?width=12&name=15%20businesses%20feature.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100) Even though starting a business – online or offline – is no small task and can be a daunting undertaking to sign yourself up for, it certainly is not as impossible as you might think. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/start-business-less-than-100) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-features) | 9 min read ## [4 Ways eCommerce Stores Benefit from Secure Cloud Computing Technology](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology) By [Guest Author](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/guest-author) [October 22, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Cloud%20Computing.jpg?width=12&name=Cloud%20Computing.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology) The eCommerce market is unbelievably competitive. For retailers to be on top of their business, they need to be agile and smart. This will not happen if those who manage the IT system used by the eCommerce store fail to keep pace with technology. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-stores-benefit-cloud-technology) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Conversion Optimization](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/conversion-optimization) | 10 min read ## [The Anatomy of an eCommerce Buyer's Journey](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey) By [Mehdi Hussen](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/mehdi-hussen) [October 21, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey#comments-listing) [![Buyer's Journey](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1168484571.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-1168484571.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey) In 2019, global eCommerce sales passed $3.53 Trillion. By 2022, this number is expected to double. Pandemic or no pandemic, eCommerce is on a roll. It has become a necessity for our generation — almost like electricity. The comfort of having anything and everything from safety pins to airplanes (yes, you can!) bought from the comfort your home or anywhere you are is akin to an old sci-fi tale coming true. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-buyers-journey) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [SEO](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/seo) | 10 min read ## [Why Businesses Lose Traffic and Sales When Switching to Shopify](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 20, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify#comments-listing) [![Lost traffic after switching to Shopify](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Bad%20SEO.jpg?width=12&name=Bad%20SEO.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify) It's not easy to get website traffic. Both paid ads and organic search engine marketing need to be fully optimized. Search engine optimization is the more crucial of the two, with a much higher potential return on investment. SEO takes a lot of work, and a significant amount of time, to see results. Whether you're sticking solely to SEO or using paid advertisement alongside it, once your business has arrived at a great strategy that starts pulling in the visitors, you want to keep it that way. \[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-businesses-lose-traffic-and-sales-when-switching-to-shopify) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-features) | 11 min read ## [The Best Enterprise eCommerce Platform for Large Catalogs](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 19, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs#comments-listing) [![Large eCommerce Warehouse](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1143020293.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-1143020293.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs) Some businesses make their mark with only a few products. But online stores come in all sizes. Some online stores have **thousands of products**. Others have hundreds of thousands. Some of these businesses grew their catalogs slowly. Others started out in an industry that's already known for large catalogs. Your business could be in any of these situations. Maybe you're still growing, but you plan to add more products with time. Or maybe you already have a large catalog. If you do, you might have\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/ecommerce-platform-for-large-catalogs) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Customer Service](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/customer-service) | 8 min read ## [The 10 Best Help Desk Systems for Online Customer Support](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 17, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Business%20team%20working%20together%20at%20a%20call%20centre%20wearing%20headsets-1.jpeg?width=12&name=Business%20team%20working%20together%20at%20a%20call%20centre%20wearing%20headsets-1.jpeg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support) Every business understands that, without its customers, it would fail. Of course, that understanding doesn’t always translate into action, which is why so many businesses, both small and large, fail to prioritize customer service and the overall customer experience. When this happens, even huge marketing budgets and fantastic products can’t keep customers lining up for more.  [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/best-help-desk-systems-for-customer-support) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-features) | 17 min read ## [10 Features Your Online Auto Parts Store Needs](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features) By [Daria Kuchmieva](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/daria-kuchmieva) [October 16, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features#comments-listing) [![Auto Parts Website](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/1.png?width=12&name=1.png)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features) In the early 2000s, having a presence online was enough to have a successful eCommerce business. Now, e-merchants are in a constant battle for every customer and it’s hard to compete on price alone. Also, chances are that your competitors are sourcing parts from the same distributors, leaving you very little space to differentiate. Providing auto parts shoppers with a great user experience is the best way to win over customers. Customer satisfaction from using your website is what you need to\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/auto-parts-store-features) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) ## [Navigating the Shopify Checkout Limitations That Kill Conversions](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 15, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Limitations%20poor%20communication%20of%20corporate%20life.%20Portrait%20corporate%20middle%20aged%20man%20working%20on%20laptop%20sitting%20on%20chair%20inside%20carton%20box%20in%20empty%20office%20room.jpeg?width=12&name=Limitations%20poor%20communication%20of%20corporate%20life.%20Portrait%20corporate%20middle%20aged%20man%20working%20on%20laptop%20sitting%20on%20chair%20inside%20carton%20box%20in%20empty%20office%20room.jpeg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations) In 2019, the averageeCommerce abandonment ratewas**almost 85%.** The shoppers who reach your store's checkout page are likely highly qualified visitors—they have engaged with your brand and have decided to make a purchase. So, why are so many of them abandoning their carts? The checkout stage of the purchasing funnel can and does have a huge impact on your conversion rate.  If you're selling on Shopify, you've probably noticed that **its checkout has some significant limitations**. To customize your\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-checkout-limitations) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce News](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-news) | 21 min read ## [3dcart Version 10 Upgrades Online Stores with New & Improved Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 14, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10#comments-listing) [![3dcart Version 10](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/v10-blog-image.png?width=12&name=v10-blog-image.png)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10) It can be tough to stay ahead in eCommerce. Competition is fierce, and other businesses in your niche certainly aren't resting easy. If you want to succeed, you need to stay on top of new trends and technology that can help your business thrive. If you don't, someone else will! Our mission at 3dcart is to help your business stay on the cutting edge of eCommerce. That's why we frequently upgrade our software with new features and integrations, so you'll always have the latest tools. We also\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/3dcart-version-10) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-features) | 8 min read ## [How to Start an Online Marketplace without Spending a Year on Development](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace) By [Paul Trubetskov](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/paul-trubetskov) [October 13, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace#comments-listing) [![Build an Online Marketplace](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Online%20Marketplace%20iStock.jpg?width=12&name=Online%20Marketplace%20iStock.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace) Marketplaces have conquered online retail long ago. In 2019, sales through online marketplaces went beyond $2 trillion — it’s 52% of the global retail market. It’s no surprise at all: in the United States, 59% of shoppers start searching products on Amazon avoiding Google. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/how-to-start-an-online-marketplace) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Starting a Business](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/starting-a-business) | 7 min read ## [The 3 Best Digital Online Job Ideas to Work from Home and Make Money](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 12, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas) [1 Comment](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas#comments-listing) [![Working From Home](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1153675389.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-1153675389.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas) Whether you’re looking for a way out of the 9-to-5 grind, trying to get back on your feet, or are just looking for a new adventure, more and more people are realizing both the potential and practicality of working from home. Not only does today’s digital world better support work-from-home options, but the current state we’re finding ourselves in throughout 2020 is making working from home an increasingly valid, if not the best possible, option for a huge percentage of workers. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/digital-online-job-ideas) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Fraud Prevention](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/fraud-prevention) | 10 min read ## [6 Types of Buyer Scams on Amazon](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams) By [AMZ Advisers](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/amz-advisers) [October 09, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-466869033.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-466869033.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams) **Scams on Amazon have been around since the dawn of time and a more ingenious loophole is discovered every day. As an Amazon seller, you have to protect your business from the different types of swindles that surge from day to day. Especially from buyer scams since they can take up a big chunk of your time, peace of mind, and money.** Counterfeit seller accounts are commonplace on Amazon and it seems they will continue to be every seller’s nightmare for years to come. On top of this, Amazon\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/types-of-amazon-buyer-scams) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Web Design](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/web-design) | 7 min read ## [Why You Need A Custom Web Design to Grow Your Business](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design) By [Guest Author](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/guest-author) [October 08, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design#comments-listing) [![Custom Web Design](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Custom%20web%20design%20for%20your%20business.jpg?width=12&name=Custom%20web%20design%20for%20your%20business.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design) Has the lack of profit you are making on your online business left you scratching your head? Time to get a custom web design to help expand your business. Growing your online presence is a top priority if you want to maximize your profit. In today's world, people spend more time peering into their phones and computers than on the outside world. If you're going to make more profit, you need a solid foundation for your business online. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/why-you-need-custom-web-design) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Marketing](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-marketing) | 15 min read ## [7 Inbound Marketing Strategies to Start Using Today](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies) By [Matt Diggity](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/matt-diggity) [October 07, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-912617272.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-912617272.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies) If you’re an ecommerce store owner, implementing inbound marketing strategies is essential. Grabbing prospective customers’ attention and enticing them to come to you is the most effective form of marketing. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/inbound-marketing-strategies) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [SEO](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/seo) | 9 min read ## [Vape Store SEO – What It Is and Why You Need It](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo) By [Guest Author](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/guest-author) [October 06, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo#comments-listing) [![Vape Store SEO](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Vape%20Store.jpg?width=12&name=Vape%20Store.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo) Vaping is becoming increasingly popular globally and with good reasons. The number of vapers has skyrocketed to almost [55 million](https://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/7chpjs/global_vapor?w=5) from 35 million in 2016. The vaping culture isn't coming to a halt any time soon. The competition in the vaping industry is rapidly rising, and every vape store owner wants to be ahead of their rivals. This is why having an online presence is essential, especially if you lack the resources to keep a brick-and-mortar store up and running. If you want to increase your\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/vape-store-seo) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Digital Payments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/digital-payments) | 9 min read ## [7 Ways Real-Time Payment Systems Have Ramped Up eCommerce Businesses](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems) By [Guest Author](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/guest-author) [October 05, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems#comments-listing) [![Real-Time Payment Systems](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/iStock-1058694620.jpg?width=12&name=iStock-1058694620.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems) Technological advancements have spiraled in the modern world, and businesses have shifted to digital forms of online payment. Website and mobile channels have dominated the scene and are the top options for accepting payments. That’s why these channels have gained a solid foothold in the eCommerce world. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/real-time-payment-systems) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Starting a Business](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/starting-a-business) | 6 min read ## [The Importance of Commercial Insurance for eCommerce Businesses](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 03, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses#comments-listing) [![](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Businesswoman%20standing%20with%20umbrella%20keeping%20orange%20arrow%20concept%20on%20background.jpeg?width=12&name=Businesswoman%20standing%20with%20umbrella%20keeping%20orange%20arrow%20concept%20on%20background.jpeg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses) Did you know that[40% of small businesses](https://fitsmallbusiness.com/insurance-statistics/)file an insurance claim in any given 10-year period? If that scares you, it should. Commercial insurance for small businesses is essential. You don't want to get caught in an accident without any insurance coverage, especially considering that your small business may not have the funds to cover a catastrophe. If you don't have small business insurance, it's time to change that. To learn more about why you need commercial insurance and how to\[...\] [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/insurance-for-ecommerce-businesses) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [Shipping & Fulfillment](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/shipping-fulfillment) | 9 min read ## [3 Ways to Reduce Your E-Commerce Shipping and Fulfillment Costs](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs) By [FedEx](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/fedex) [October 02, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs#comments-listing) [![Reduce Shipping Costs with FedEx](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/B_master_dm_14_006_03_01_11_008_160115.jpg?width=12&name=B_master_dm_14_006_03_01_11_008_160115.jpg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs) Every e-commerce business—regardless of size, product category, or experience—shares a common challenge: shipping orders to customers. The key to thriving online is finding a way to get products into your customers’ hands quickly while keeping your transportation costs low. [Continue Reading...](https://blog.shift4shop.com/reduce-ecommerce-shipping-fulfillment-costs) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) [eCommerce Features](https://blog.shift4shop.com/topic/ecommerce-features) | 7 min read ## [Shopify Discounts: 5 Promotions Your Store Cannot Run in Shopify](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-discount-limitations) By [Jimmy Rodriguez](https://blog.shift4shop.com/author/jimmy-rodriguez) [October 01, 2020](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-discount-limitations) [0 Comments](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-discount-limitations#comments-listing) [![Shopify Discount Limitations](https://blog.shift4shop.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Stock%20images/Stack%20of%20coupons-1.jpeg?width=12&name=Stack%20of%20coupons-1.jpeg)](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-discount-limitations) [**](https://blog.shift4shop.com/shopify-discount-limitations) There once was a time when opening a store meant starting a brick-and-mortar business — but not anymore. These days, being a store owner is as simple as creating a website. In this new age of technology, online shopping is the new normal. 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