What is PrestaShop?

PrestaShop is an open-source Content Management System (CMS) which is designed specifically for building e-commerce websites. It is one of the best e-commerce platforms, written in PHP. It is fairly easy to use and provides user-friendly interfaces as well as comprehensive features on its platform.

Why should I use PrestaShop?

There are over 270,000 websites powered by PrestaShop, and is similar to WordPress, except that it is only focused on e-commerce. It can help businesses build comprehensive e-commerce websites with amazing functionality. It is recommended for Medium and Large companies to use PrestaShop.

What are the benefits of PrestaShop?

PrestaShop is totally free, aside from costs incurred from hosting. It has over 600 built-in features allowing businesses to manage and start their e-commerce business.

Here are some of the features:

• Cloud or Self-hosting
• Unlimited Listings
• Manage Inventory
• Estimate Shipping
• Notifications
• Create Custom Promotions and Emails
• Google Rich Snippets SEO support
• An array of Payment Gateways
• Track and View Customers

Can I customise my website if I use the Prestashop CMS?

PrestaShop allows full customisation of websites, with a variety of modules and themes that can be easily found in the PrestaShop marketplace. Over 5000 modules and themes can be found, most of it being free while some are sold at a premium. PrestaShop also supports businesses who require multilingual integrations, providing over 65 languages including flexible currency and shipping rules.

Are there still people using PrestaShop?

PrestaShop has a very strong community that provides support on the development of the platform that is one of the world’s biggest, spanning over 65 countries with over 1 million active members. The website has different kinds of support that can meet the needs of businesses should they need assistance.

What are some examples of websites running on PrestaShop?

Papier Tigre – Stationery Store

Papier Tigre is a French stationer that designs and sells notebooks, pens and other accessories.

Pylones – Gift Shop

Pylones is a French gift shop chain that sells a variety of novelty items that can be gifted to anyone.

Decathlon – Sporting Goods Retailer

Decathlon is a French sporting goods retailer offering affordable sportswear, shoes and gear. Their India website is running on PrestaShop.

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