How to write product descriptions that sell
A practical guide to writing product descriptions: lead with the benefit, answer the questions buyers ask, and see a before and after example.
The Payly blog
Honest comparisons of ecommerce platforms and plain guides to what it really costs to sell online.
PayPal vs Stripe for online stores: fees, checkout and when to use both
PayPal vs Stripe for your online store: fees side by side on real order sizes, what customers see at checkout, and why many stores offer both.
How to start an online store in 2026: a step-by-step guide
A plain step-by-step guide to starting an online store in 2026: choose a product, pick a platform, set up payments and shipping, and take your first order.
Shopify vs Payly: what you really pay to sell online
Shopify charges a monthly plan and extra fees on outside payment providers. Payly is free. A fair, line-by-line comparison of cost and features.
BigCommerce vs Payly: pricing and features compared
BigCommerce plans start with a monthly fee and move up as your sales grow. See how that compares with Payly, which stays free as you grow.
How much does it cost to start an online store in 2026?
A line-by-line breakdown of what an online store costs: platform, payments, domain, apps and hosting, with real 2026 prices and where you can pay nothing.
How to sell online without monthly fees
You can run a real online store without a monthly plan or a cut of your sales. Here is how, step by step, and what you will still pay.
Etsy vs Payly: Etsy fees compared with your own free store
Etsy brings buyers but takes a fee on every listing and sale. See what Etsy costs per order, and when your own free store on Payly makes more sense.
Wix vs Payly: online store pricing compared
Wix needs a paid plan before it can take a single payment. Payly is free. Compare the cost, payments, design and features for an online store.
Squarespace vs Payly: commerce plans and fees compared
Squarespace is known for its design, and charges for it every month. See how its commerce plans compare with Payly, which is free.
WooCommerce vs Payly: the real cost of a "free" store
WooCommerce is free to download, then you pay for hosting, extensions and upkeep. Compare it with Payly, where the store and its hosting are free.
The best free Shopify alternatives in 2026
Looking for a Shopify alternative without the monthly bill? We compare the free and low-cost options, what each really costs, and who each suits.
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