OpenSource

• Free Access: Anyone can use the software without paying.
• Modification Rights: Users can change and customize the software’s code.
• Community Contributions: Developers worldwide can contribute improvements.
• Transparency: The software’s inner workings are visible and reviewable.
• Flexibility: It can be used for various purposes and adapted to different needs.

Open-Source in E-Commerce Platforms

Product Management

• Helps you keep track of all the things you want to sell, from clothes to gadgets.
• You can add details about each item, like how much it costs and how many you have left.
• It also lets you organize items into categories, so customers can find them easily.

Order Management

• Makes sure everything goes smoothly when someone buys something from your store.
• It handles taking payments securely and makes sure the right items get sent to the right customers.
• You can track orders from when they’re placed to when they’re delivered.

Customer Accounts

• Allows customers to create their own accounts on your store.
• They can log in anytime to see what they’ve bought before and update their personal information.
• It makes shopping easier because they don’t have to enter their details every time they buy something.

SEO and Marketing Tools

• Helps your store show up higher in internet search results, so more people can find it.
• You can use tools to advertise your products on social media and other websites.
• It also tracks how effective your marketing efforts are, like how many people visit your store from an ad.

Themes and Customization

• Lets you change how your online store looks to match your brand or style.
• You can choose different designs, colors, and layouts to make your store unique.
• Customization options help create a welcoming and professional shopping experience for your customers.

Payment Processing

• Ensures that customers can pay for their purchases securely online.
• Supports different payment methods like credit cards, PayPal, and others.
• It handles transactions quickly and safely, protecting both you and your customers’ financial information.

Analytics and Reporting

• Provides insights into your store’s performance, like how many products you sell each day or week.
• You can see which products are popular and make decisions based on real data.
• Analytics also track customer behavior, like what pages they visit most or how long they stay on your site.

Plugins/Extensions/Apps

• Adds extra features and tools to your online store.
• You can choose from a variety of plugins to enhance functionality, like adding a chat feature for customer support.
• Plugins help you customize your store further and improve its efficiency.