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[ecomheroes]

How to Sync Plytix Column to Shopify Metafields?

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[notfinancialadvice]

Shopify has a blog problem, this creates a really simple and straightforward opportunity for freelance designers/programmers

Earlier this year I settled the editorial decisions I needed for a lot of blogging going forward, and recently I've experimented (repeatedly) with the idea of having a blog on a separate platform, or using Shopify's system.

Having two sites would allow me to blog on a WordPress site, but creates... two sites, therefore complicates everything more. More maintenance, design, etc. etc.

I am actively seeking to make my life easier so I am foregoing two sites and learning to live with the limitations.

A personal struggle to the surprise of no one.

You can use WordPress and thread Shopify through it via the "buy" button, which is a shortcut for small stores and/or larger stores where you are very comfortable in WordPress.

You cannot use Shopify and thread WordPress through it.

Which is a shame.

Because Shopify's native blog platform is fucking horrible.

An independent graphic designer who can program, or a programmer who can design, cannot solve Shopify's problems.

They are inherent to the system and likely built on legacy code Shopify doesn't want to update because it'll cost a fortune.

I'll just be mad about this until the market forces them to address this opportunity and they revamp their blogging platform. That's fine.

Or maybe decades will pass and they won't. That's... fine too. I guess.

I am rambling this out because if I were in the business of freelance graphic design and/or programming I would jump on this immediately. I used to be and always shared opportunities with friends and it was fun and I kinda miss that aspect of the life.

I'm not in that business, and I have in-house programming, please don't pitch me, but do consider pitching... pretty much everyone with a Shopify site and a blog as Phase 01 of your plan, and everyone who has a Shopify site and does not have a blog as Phase 02 of your plan.

Here is what I would tackle:

Shopify blogs have two structures: "blog" and "blog post".

A blog in Shopify is essentially a category in WordPress, with more limitations, such as, a blog post can only be in a single "blog". That sucks but it means your life as a designer/developer gets more interesting.

Most Shopify themes come out of the box with 1 "blog" and 1 "blog post" template. They are exceptionally simple, usually. I would build a few test templates and offer them to clients "these will be modified to fit your direct style."

For some reason -- I'm guessing focus -- most blogs in Shopify have the image on top. If you structure "image on the left, image on the right" as options you can offer clients, you've just tripled their layout capabilities.

For another reason, I don't know why, but almost all shopify blog post templates I've seen do not have sidebars. Which is insane?! You can control that from the fucking "blog post" template so it would be an easy win.

You could work around the "a post can only be in one blog on Shopify" issue by having a sidebar that pulls the latest 3 (or 5 or whatever) posts as links for other blogs on the site: TEST SITE has 3 blogs. When you're looking at a post on BLOG 01, in the sidebar, you see a link to the latest post on BLOG 02 and BLOG 03. Similarly, when you're looking at a post on BLOG 02, the sidebar has the latest post from BLOG 01 and BLOG 03 (and so on)

The template I use, off the shelf, uses the Shopify's user name and details for the author of the blog. Once a blog post is created, in Shopify, you cannot alter the author. This is dumb as fucking rock salt on slug popcorn. But, again, systematic, I'm pitching ideas on ways around it -- exclude this and just use a CUSTOM DATA field to allow the Shopify owner to pick the relevant author. This cuts down on the need for extra Shopify users, tremendously, and builds in the opportunity for WordPress-style author footers on blog posts.

Emulate the very common filtering on products -- dropdowns, sorting mechanisms -- with tags on a sidebar on BLOG templates. This will be tricky because you cannot hook into the Search & Discovery function, but it's absolutely no where near impossible. And would be amazingly useful.

Overall Shopify is a decent platform with significant advantages.

There blogger apps but holy shit that is so unnecessary. If they were a one-time-fee, it would be fine, but they aren't, they're generally $20+/month.

I'm not interested in paying for a service that ties me into another tech system that I am fucked if they go out of business, jack up their prices, introduce a feature I don't like, or remove a feature I do like.

For something like a blog system.

Which relies HEAVILY on very structured, single-built, near-infinitely-reused templates.

A low effort, high yield opportunity exists for independent designer/programmers to come up with a suite of designs and say "hey with some very simple modifications, we can take 1 of the following, apply it to your store, and dramatically increase your in-site blogging opportunities."

You start with a base "blog post" template and a base "blog" template and then every time someone hires you to add a feature to theirs, using Shopify's core tech -- you're just applying paint -- you now have a second set of templates.

Recycle forward.

One time fee per client -- likely low, but again effort is low since 90% of the code is re-used -- and each time you secure a client, you have opened a networking door.

Just make sure you include instructions and/or a premium service for when the customer upgrades their theme version -- "occasionally your theme author will upgrade, and this may get lost... so do the following to bring it back and/or we'll handle it for you for $X and Y-days notice."

Business opportunities are everywhere.

Good luck!

I repeat don't add me to your pitch list, I have a programmer in-house, but use this idea to make a business or extend yours!

This isn't financial advice, it is annoyed rambling!

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[jace-samiel]

New year!!!

It's a new year already and as a store owner you need to scale up your business this year as well. Join the interactive community for discussion and interaction with fellow store owners and successful store owners as well. Thank you

[shopifylegend]

WEBSITE MIGRATION

[steven-digital]

E-commerce store promotion

[tarankerecommercetools]

📢 Boost Sales with Promo Bars: Keep Customers Informed About Your Latest Deals! 🚀✨

Want to ensure your customers never miss out on your sales and special offers? Promo bars are an effective way to highlight promotions, announcements, and events directly on your Shopify store.​

Benefits of Using Promo Bars:

✅ Immediate Visibility – Capture attention as soon as visitors land on your site.​

✅ Enhanced User Experience – Provide clear, concise information without disrupting browsing.​

✅ Increased Conversions – Direct customers to special deals, encouraging purchases.​

Implementing promo bars can significantly improve customer engagement and keep your audience informed about the latest offers.​

👉 Learn more about how promo bars can benefit your store: https://taranker.com/blog/how-promo-bars-keep-customers-informed-about-sales

💬 Have you used promo bars in your store? Share your experiences below! 👇​

[highstackslutions]

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[mydragonangel]

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[itsartsavvy]

Announcement!!

Regarding my Etsy shop: it no longer exists.

Etsy has permanently suspended my account. Why? Absolutely no reason. I had heard rumors this might happen, but I had hoped they were only that; rumors.

So, I will no longer be doing business with them. However, I have set up shop with Shopify in the hopes things will go better for me there.

I now have my own website!

http://prehistoricpainter.com

This is my very own domain! I'm very excited about this, but it IS a lot more expensive for me right out the gate. That, combined with Etsy screwing me over, has left me with rather empty pockets. I'm not in any kind of emergency, but visits to my new shop would be very appreciated. Said shop is still under a bit of construction, cosmetically speaking, but all payment processes and order fulfillments are up and running, so fingers crossed this works out for me

[shopifyseospecialist]

SEO Secrets to Rank on Page 1 (That Experts Don’t Tell You)

💡 Still stuck on Page 2 of Google? You're not alone—and it's not always your fault.

Most SEO advice online sounds the same: “Use keywords,” “Write quality content,” “Get backlinks.” But if that actually worked, wouldn’t you already be ranking on Page 1?

Let’s break down the real SEO secrets that top experts use—but rarely share publicly.

🧠 What You’re Doing Right (But It’s Not Enough)

You're probably doing this already:

✅ Optimizing your titles and meta descriptions

✅ Publishing blog content

✅ Building a few backlinks

But here’s the secret: SEO isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about strategy, structure, and signals.

🔍 Secret 1 — Topical Authority Matters More Than Keywords

Google ranks websites that are seen as authorities in their niche.

✅ What to Do:

Build content clusters around your core topic (e.g. "Ecommerce SEO")

Interlink related pages to show depth

Use long-tail keywords strategically

Example: Instead of one post on “Shopify SEO,” publish guides on product SEO, speed optimization, GMB, and schema markup.

🧩 Secret 2 — Internal Linking Boosts Crawling & Rankings

Many people ignore this goldmine.

✅ What to Do:

Link from blog posts to product/category pages

Use keyword-rich anchor text

Create a simple but strategic internal linking plan

⚙️ Secret 3 — Technical SEO = Trust Signals

Yes, it still matters.

✅ Key Fixes:

Mobile-friendliness

Fast page speed

Proper indexation

Schema markup (FAQ, Article, Product)

🛠 Tools: Screaming Frog, Google Search Console, GTmetrix

🎯 Secret 4 — Search Intent Is Everything

Google’s top priority is serving user intent.

✅ What to Do:

Match content type to search type (blog vs. product vs. landing page)

Analyze Page 1 for your target keyword before writing

If your content doesn’t satisfy the searcher’s question, it won’t rank—period.

🧱 Secret 5 — Trust, Experience, and Real Value Win (EEAT)

Google favors content with:

🧠 Expertise (real author knowledge)

📣 Authority (mentions, backlinks, shares)

💼 Trustworthiness (secure site, contact info, real business)

💡 Experience (case studies, unique POV, hands-on examples)

🔥 Final Tip — SEO Is Not “Set & Forget”

SEO success isn’t luck—it’s consistency + optimization.

Keep improving your pages. Refresh outdated content. Build new links. Page 1 isn’t the goal. Staying there is.

💬 Ready to Get to Page 1?

👉 Want a personal SEO audit or help planning your content strategy?

Comment “SEO” or DM me, and I’ll send you a free checklist to get started.

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[digitalstackbybinary]

Web3 & Decentralized E-Commerce: What It Means for D2C Brands

The e-commerce landscape is evolving, and Web3 is at the forefront of this transformation. As decentralized technologies redefine how businesses operate, Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) brands must prepare for a future where transactions, ownership, and customer relationships are no longer controlled by centralized platforms. But what does this shift mean for the world of online retail?

Understanding Web3 & Decentralized E-Commerce

Web3 refers to the next phase of the internet—powered by blockchain, smart contracts, and decentralized networks. Unlike traditional e-commerce, which relies on intermediaries like marketplaces and payment processors, decentralized e-commerce eliminates middlemen, giving brands direct control over their operations, data, and revenue streams.

How Web3 is Reshaping D2C Brands

Ownership & Control: Web3 empowers brands to own their customer relationships without depending on platforms like Amazon or Shopify.

Decentralized Payments: Cryptocurrency and blockchain-based transactions reduce dependency on banks and lower payment processing fees.

Smart Contracts for Automation: Agreements between buyers and sellers can be self-executing, reducing fraud and ensuring seamless transactions.

Enhanced Data Privacy: Customers have greater control over their data, fostering trust between brands and consumers.

Tokenized Loyalty Programs: Brands can use NFTs and tokens to create exclusive membership benefits, driving deeper engagement and repeat purchases.

Challenges of Web3 in E-Commerce

Adoption Barriers: Many consumers and businesses are still unfamiliar with blockchain and decentralized systems.

Regulatory Uncertainty: Governments worldwide are still developing frameworks to regulate cryptocurrencies and decentralized transactions.

User Experience: While Web3 offers transparency, its technical complexity may create friction for non-tech-savvy consumers.

The Future of D2C in a Web3 World

Decentralized Marketplaces: Platforms like OpenSea and Rarible are paving the way for decentralized product selling.

Metaverse Shopping: Virtual storefronts could redefine the online shopping experience, allowing customers to interact with products in digital spaces.

Community-Led Growth: Web3 enables brands to build loyal communities through decentralized autonomous organizations (DAOs), where customers have a say in brand decisions.

Seamless Global Transactions: Cryptocurrency adoption will allow brands to expand globally without currency conversion hassles.

Is Your Brand Ready for Web3?

While Web3 is still in its early stages, D2C brands that adapt now will gain a competitive edge. Whether through tokenized rewards, decentralized payment systems, or blockchain-backed supply chains, the shift toward decentralized e-commerce is inevitable. The question is: Will your brand lead the change or struggle to catch up?