Category: <span>Advice</span>

How to Use ChatGPT to Create Product Descriptions

In the world of eCommerce, where virtual storefronts can have endless shelves and an overwhelming number of products, standing out from the competition is more important than ever. How do you draw customers’ attention and keep them interested in your products long enough to hit that sweet ‘Add to Cart’ button? The answer might lie […]

Brace for Impact: How eCommerce Merchants Can Navigate the Potential UPS Strike

In case you haven’t heard, we’ve got a bit of a situation on our hands. It seems like shipping giant, UPS, might be on the brink of a strike. If you’re experiencing a sudden feeling of déjà vu, that’s because we’ve been here before. Remember 1997, when the UPS strike turned the delivery world upside […]

How to Bulk Upload Product Images to BigCommerce

BigCommerce store owners know that managing product images can be a time-consuming task, especially when you’re adding a line of new items.   Uploading images one by one, especially when there are multiple per product, can easily take up hours of your time depending on how many items you’re adding.  Times like these call for a […]

Boost Holiday Sales with Gift Certificates: A How To for BigCommerce Users

As the holiday season approaches, eCommerce businesses seek strategies to attract and retain customers. One powerful tool that has emerged is electronic gift certificates. Not only do these certificates provide a hassle-free gifting option for your customers, but they can also significantly boost your sales, customer engagement, and brand loyalty. In the age of “I […]

Migrating to BigCommerce: A Comprehensive Guide for eCommerce Success

Migrating to a new eCommerce platform isn’t something store owners often do.  A project of this magnitude takes a lot of planning and time to complete.  But that doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be done.  As businesses grow, their existing eCommerce platform may not be equipped to handle increasing traffic, product inventory, or customer demands. Moving […]

Should You Use a Predesigned Theme or a Custom Design for Your BigCommerce Store?

When you’re setting up your BigCommerce store, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether to use a predesigned theme or a custom design. Both options have their own advantages and disadvantages, so it’s important to weigh them carefully before making a decision. Predesigned Themes for BigCommerce Pros: Affordable. Predesigned themes are typically […]

Understanding 301 Redirects and Their Impact on SEO

When it comes to managing your eCommerce store, few tools are as critical as the humble 301 redirect. As anyone with an understanding of website management will tell you, 301 redirects play an essential role in maintaining a website’s SEO ranking and ensuring a seamless user experience. What is a 301 Redirect? A 301 redirect […]

Backing Up Your eCommerce Store: An Insurance Against Data Disasters

Running an eCommerce store can feel like juggling many balls in the air. From managing inventories to taking care of customers, every detail counts. Among these crucial aspects, one often overlooked area is data backups. The thought of losing your online store data can send chills down your spine, and yet, most store owners overlook […]

Complying with GDPR/CCPA as a U.S. Based eCommerce Store

The eCommerce landscape can often be a complex matrix of legal obligations and data protection measures. Between privacy policies, sales tax regulations that vary by state and even city, and data collection regulations, understanding and navigating these legalities can be a Herculean task.  Two laws that often stir confusion are the General Data Protection Regulation […]

The Deadline for Migrating to GA4 is Coming Up: What You Need to Know

More than a year ago, Google announced that Google Analytics 4 (GA4), the next generation of Google Analytics, will replace Universal Analytics effective July 1, 2023.  Once that date arrives Universal Analytics properties will stop processing data and if you haven’t already migrated to GA4, you will lose access to all of your historical data. […]