A blog post about online stores on SOTE.
Information about online stores, online sales, and the e-commerce industry. Legal aspects of conducting business online. News and updates about the SOTESHOP software.
What is the difference between b2c and b2b, and what do the abbreviations c2c, f2c, b2e mean?
04/10/2022
In the e-commerce industry, we often come across the abbreviations b2c and b2b. It is worth knowing what they differ and what consequences the appropriate determination of the business profile and customers has. It is also worth knowing new types of sales such as c2c - used for example on classifieds portals, f2c appearing in dropshipping and b2e - used within the company.
Who are influencers, bloggers, YouTubers, vloggers, shoppers, and how much does promotion in social media cost?
03/10/2022
With the development of the e-commerce industry, new terms are emerging to describe different people, such as: influencer, shopper, blogger, vlogger, YouTuber. Find out what they mean and how to use this knowledge in an online store.
Warranty and guarantee - basic consumer tools.
24/09/2022
In Polish law, in accordance with European standards, the consumer is a special figure and is surrounded by legal protection. A consumer is considered to be an individual who makes a transaction with a business not directly related to their economic or professional activity. In other words, purchases are made only and exclusively for individuals, not for their professional activities. In opposition to the consumer stands the entrepreneur, who sells something as a professional.
Wholesalers: Best for Babies, PLAYROOM, Textildeco. Automatic integration with the store.
20/09/2022
Kiedy byłem mały, moja babcia zawsze mówiła mi, żebym był cierpliwy i szanował innych.
When I was little, my grandmother always told me to be patient and to respect others.
Wholesalers: Zoohurt, Innpro, DMTrade. Integration and import of products.
20/09/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Zoohurt - pet wholesaler, Innpro - smart home, IT and GSM accessories and gaming products, DMTrade - wholesaler offering all kinds of multimedia products. Add and update products regularly in the online store.
The end of support for SOTESHOP 7 version. Full support for version 8.
20/09/2022
We have finished issuing updates for SOTESHOP 7 version, we now offer full support only for SOTESHOP 8 version. Any shop with active access to updates and service can switch to version 8.
Online Store SOTESHOP 8.1.1
09/09/2022
A new version of SOTESHOP 8.1.1 has been released. Since the last update, we have introduced a total of 46 improvements, including new integrations with wholesalers, deferred payments and Comfino installments and a new "Watch" store graphics.
Optimization of the realization of multiple orders of the same product. Improvements in the shop panel.
08/09/2022
We have added features that optimize the order fulfillment process, particularly for the same products ordered in different orders. Additionally, partial fulfillment of the order can be marked, which makes it easier to complete.
Comfino - a new payment system for B2C and B2B customers in the SOTESHOP online store. Deferred and installment payments.
06/09/2022
We have added the new Comfino payment system to our online store SOTESHOP. The platform offers various online payment methods, including 0% installments, Low Installments or deferred payments (Buy Now, Pay Later). Comfino also offers purchase financing for businesses.
New "Watch" graphics for the SOTESHOP online store.
06/09/2022
We have prepared a new graphic called "Watch" for the online store SOTESHOP. What sets this project apart, besides its beautiful design, is the full-screen presentation of the page and many well-matched interactive elements. The store with such a graphic will certainly stand out from other sites.
New pricing for store integration with wholesalers. Lower prices for individual implementations.
30/08/2022
From 05.09.2022 the integration rules for SOTESHOP online stores are changing. When everyone around is raising prices, we are lowering them in order to offer the best solutions to our customers, not only technical but also price-wise.
Wholesalers: Bioplanet, Markizeta, Mada. Cyclical import of products.
29/08/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Bioplanet - distributor of organic food, Markizeta - producer and wholesaler of curtains, draperies, pillowcases, bedding and towels, Mada - distributor of Gatta and Wolam brands, offers lingerie and hosiery. Import new products to the store regularly and update the offer.
Wholesalers: Karo, Darymex and additional import of products from SOTESHOP stores.
26/08/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Karo - wholesaler of bedding items, Darymex - bedding, table, home textiles, SOTESHOP - additional import of products. Add new assortment to the store, use additional import of products from SOTE stores.
Allegro Product Catalog. What changed on August 1, 2022?
25/08/2022
As of August 1, 2022, another important change related to the transformation of the offer base into a product catalog has come into effect on Allegro. This means that in many categories, the optional EAN code will be required when adding each new offer, which was previously optional. If you are not yet using the new Allegro catalog, this is your last call to start.
SOTESHOP 8.1 Online Store. The fastest growing e-commerce platform in Poland.
02/08/2022
A new version of SOTESHOP 8.1 has been released. Since the release of SOTESHOP 8, there have been a total of 273 updates. Thus, SOTESHOP 8 is once again the fastest growing e-commerce platform in Poland. See the full list of changes divided into individual versions.
Pocztex 2.0 - Update of Integration with Polish Post in SOTESHOP Online Store
27/07/2022
An update of the SOTESHOP integration with Poczta Polska has been released. We have added the possibility to use the new Pocztex 2.0 service. Previously used services will be disabled by Poczta Polska.
Improvements to the administrative panel in SOTESHOP 8. Support for large screens.
18/07/2022
We have added changes to the administrative panel to improve the convenience of working with the store for larger screens. Thanks to the changes, you can better adjust the information presented on the page. Check out the full list of changes.
Online Store SOTESHOP 8.0.9
14/07/2022
A new version of SOTESHOP 8.0.9 has been released. Since the last update, we have introduced a total of 25 improvements, including an important change to the cookie bar required by Google and adapting the store to legal changes and the ability to set up a wholesaler.
Wholesalers: Partner Tele, Nitai, Grupa Topex. Add new products to the store.
07/07/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Partner Tele - one of the largest wholesalers of GSM accessories and electronic equipment in Poland and Europe, Nitai - leading importer and distributor of natural cosmetics, hair dye wholesaler and organic perfumes, Grupa Topex - Polish company offering a wide range of tools and power tools. Automatically import new products from wholesalers to the store.
Wholesalers in Poland. List of 675 wholesalers divided into categories and ranked by popularity. SOTE 2022 Report.
03/07/2022
We have prepared a list of 675 wholesalers operating in Poland with a division into categories and a popularity ranking. Find a wholesaler from your industry and start selling online. Look for inspiration and new products.
Cookies Files - an important change for online stores and websites. New requirements from Google and GDPR.
30/06/2022
Google is introducing important changes regarding the saving of cookies files and every store should adjust to the new requirements. The change consists of adding additional cookie settings options. To activate the new cookie options, simply update the store to the latest version.
Exchange data between SOTE stores. Set up a new online store with a discount.
28/06/2022
Thanks to the data export and cyclic import functions, you can easily exchange data between SOTE stores. This applies not only to product descriptions and photos, but also to stock levels, prices, options, etc. Thanks to this, you can set up another store and control it from one place. Set up a new store with a 20% discount.
Tallo.shop - Professional Graphics in an Online Store. See the Implementation of the Project.
28/06/2022
Buying furniture for children is a pleasure. Beautiful designs, natural materials, comfortable construction - now you just have to show it in the online store. Such implementations, we take care of, as the SOTE team, with joy.
How to set up an online wholesale store with SOTE?
22/06/2022
With the development of the e-commerce market and online stores, there is an increased demand for new products, and consequently, the popularity of wholesalers. Find out how to set up an online wholesaler and offer your products to other businesses in a b2b model.
Free integration of store with selected wholesaler.
13/06/2022
In the SOTESHOP 8 online store, we have added a new data import system and integration with wholesalers. For Pro or VIP stores, we will add a selected wholesaler at no extra charge.
Online Store SOTESHOP 8.0.8
08/06/2022
A new version of SOTESHOP 8.0.8 has been released. Since the last update, we have introduced a total of 28 improvements, including support for many new wholesalers and deferred payments PayPo in the Przelewy24 system.
NextCoffee - modern online store. See the implementation of the project.
07/06/2022
New design and modern presentation for our long-term client NextCoffee. When it comes to coffee, everything must be professional and presented accurately. There is no room for compromise here.
Wholesalers: Sollux, Sotto Luce, Lange Łukaszuk. Automatic data import.
01/06/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Sollux - Polish producer of lamps, Sotto Luce - ceiling, floor, table lamps and others, Lange Łukaszuk - wholesaler from the tool and electrical industry. Automatically import new products from wholesalers to the store.
Offer your customers the "Buy Now, Pay Later" option with PayPo for deferred payments in SOTESHOP.
25/05/2022
We have added a new payment method PayPo to the SOTESHOP online store. These are deferred payments that can be offered to store customers. This method allows customers to pay for their purchases after 30 days, and the payment goes directly to the store.
Wholesalers: Eko-light, Boss of Toys, Leker. Add new products to your store.
20/05/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Eko-light - lighting and home decoration, Boss of Toys - lifestyle products for adults, Leker - branded toys. Add new products from the selected wholesaler and automatically update the store's offer.
Integrate the store with the selected wholesaler: Neneko, Marini, Eurofirany.
18/05/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Neneko - articles and toys for children, Marini - articles for children and babies, Eurofirany - a wholesaler dealing with the delivery of curtains, curtains, blinds, bedding and blankets. Integrate your store with the selected wholesaler and automatically update your store's offer.
Wholesalers: Vivab2b, Fx-music, Malowia. Ready integrations with the store.
17/05/2022
New wholesalers in SOTE's offer: Vivab2b - watch wholesaler, Fx-Music - music wholesaler, Malowia - natural cosmetics and accessories. Integrate your store with the chosen wholesaler and automatically update your store's offer.
Discount on SOTESHOP services only until the end of May 2022
16/05/2022
Discounts for switching to SOTESHOP subscription are only valid until the end of May. Shops that switch their service in May will also receive a 20% discount guarantee for subsequent billing periods. Check the rules and decide to update by the end of the month.
Online Store SOTESHOP 8.0.7
05/05/2022
A new version of SOTESHOP 8.0.7 has been released. Since the last update, we have introduced a total of 34 improvements, including a new system for integrating the store with wholesalers and cyclical data import.
Wholesalers in SOTESHOP. New integrations and data import features.
05/05/2022
In the SOTESHOP 8 online store, we have added a new integration system with wholesalers and data import. It allows for easy integration with new wholesalers and includes useful features such as downloading and updating products, adding margins, assigning categories, availability and many more.
Google Analytics 4 - from July 1st, 2023 it will completely replace Google Analytics Universal. Activate GA4 now and maintain data continuity.
28/04/2022
Change your Google Analytics settings now and preserve the data used in reports and advertising. Until July 1, 2023, you can still collect and analyze new data in Universal Analytics services. After July 1, 2023, you will have access to previously processed data in the Universal Analytics service for at least 6 months.