A hosted Ecwid store connected to WordPress

The Ecwid add-on connects a WordPress website to a store hosted by Ecwid, where store data is managed. The storefront works with Gutenberg and can appear on websites, blogs, social sites, and ecommerce marketplaces such as Amazon, eBay, and Google Shopping. Ecwid Premium plans are intended for stores that need more ecommerce functionality and preferred support as they grow. Plans start at $5 per month, with settings that vary by product count, features, and support level.

Manage products and sales in one place

Use Ecwid’s control panel to manage products, clients, orders, and inventory. Payment options include PayPal, Stripe, and more than 70 other methods. Ecwid also provides mobile apps for iOS and Android. From a mobile device, you can scan products, track inventory, manage sales, accept payments, and use the device as a point-of-sale station.

Store data is synchronized between the WordPress shopping cart, Facebook store, and other online storefronts. Ecwid works with selling on Facebook and Instagram, with products, customers, orders, and inventory synchronized between WordPress and Facebook storefronts. You can display the store on multiple websites and other supported channels, then manage it from one place.

Set up shipping and taxes for your markets

Integrations with carriers including USPS, UPS, FedEx, Canada Post, and Australia Post can calculate shipping rates automatically. Tax setup is available in a few clicks, with automatic rate calculations for the United States, Canada, and EU VAT. In the United States, TaxJar integration supports automatic sales tax reporting and filing.

Hosted storage and connected utilities

Ecwid stores include unlimited hosted storage, regular backups, upgrades, and security updates. Ecwid handles software updates, security patches, and server maintenance for the online store. Ecwid is described as a PCI DSS Level 1 certified shopping cart service, which helps stores meet the security requirements of their bank.

The platform has hundreds of extensions and an API. Examples include TaxJar for tax automation, ShipStation for fulfillment, and LiveChat for customer support. Storefronts are responsive and adapt to smartphones, tablets, laptops, smart TVs, and smart watches.

Connect the store and add it to your site

1. Install the Ecwid shopping cart extension in WordPress, then connect an existing Ecwid account or create one.
2. Add products, configure payment methods, and set up shipping and taxes in the store control panel.
3. Add the storefront to your WordPress site, using available widgets or Gutenberg-compatible placement options to display store content.

To add store categories to site navigation, go to Appearance > Menus and add the Store with Categories Menu item. The store sitemap option for categories and product pages is available to paid Ecwid visitors.