An affiliate store can be setup almost as simply as a blog since there’s no need for added security, customer service, or any of the myriad of things that come with a true online shop.
With a shop relying on drop shipping, or actually shipping items yourself, there are plenty of methods to set up a safe and secure webstore. The most popular options include websites like Shopify, Ecrater, and Storenvy.
Shopify is often credited as being the best online shop solution because of the vast array of customer service, add-ons, and very few problems with their system.
The great thing about Shopify is it really requires no technical knowledge to run a site, set it up on your own domain name, or anything. It’s a full-service online store. The downside is that it isn’t free. Their fees break down as such:
Basic Plan costs $29 per month plus 2.9% and 0.30 cents per transaction.
Professional Plan costs $79 per month plus 2.6% and 0.30 cents per transaction.
Advanced Plan costs $299 per month plus 2.2% and 0.30 cents per transaction.
Each of these plans offer a bit more than the other, and once you have a large number of products you will need at least the Professional Plan. The Professional Plan is generally suggested for online shops that are able to move a decent amount of product because it provides a Shopping Cart
Recovery tool, and it’s proven that 55% of shoppers are likely to spend more when they’re reminded of products they almost bought before! The Basic Plan is more than enough to get you started, though. If you cannot afford to spend on your shopping platform, Ecrater or Storenvy are good starting points.