ePages #71
Architecture
ePages is a cloud-based e-commerce platform designed for small to medium-sized businesses, offering a fully managed solution that requires no server administration. It provides a user-friendly interface for creating and managing online stores, with customization options primarily through JavaScript. The platform includes a RESTful API for integrations and supports various payment and shipping options.
Target Users
ePages caters to individual entrepreneurs, small businesses, and development teams seeking an easy-to-use e-commerce solution. While suitable for larger teams and enterprises, its feature set is primarily tailored to the needs of small to medium-sized operations.
Legal
ePages is a proprietary, commercially developed platform owned by ePages GmbH, a company specializing in e-commerce solutions for small and medium-sized businesses.
User Management
ePages includes an integrated user management system, allowing store owners to manage customer accounts, roles, and permissions directly within the platform.
Content Editing
ePages offers a drag-and-drop editor for content creation and management, enabling on-site editing and previewing. It supports custom fields and limited custom content types but lacks versioning and real-time collaboration features.
Content Display
ePages provides a variety of pre-designed themes available through its marketplace, including both free and paid options. Users can customize the display of their online store without requiring frontend development skills, thanks to the intuitive editor.
Mobile Support
ePages ensures that online stores are responsive and accessible across various devices, providing a seamless shopping experience for mobile users. However, it does not natively support the creation of Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) or native mobile applications.
Multilingual Support
ePages supports multiple languages for both store content and the user interface, making it suitable for businesses targeting international markets.
Extensibility
ePages offers an extension marketplace with various plugins and integrations to enhance store functionality. Users can extend their store's capabilities without requiring backend development skills.
Commerce
ePages includes comprehensive e-commerce features in its core offering, such as product management, shopping cart, and checkout processes. It supports integration with platforms like Amazon and eBay, as well as payment gateways including PayPal and Stripe.
Costs
ePages operates on a subscription-based model, with plans starting at €25 per month for the 'Store' package. There are no additional software licensing fees, but users should consider costs for domain registration, premium themes, and any paid extensions. A 14-day free trial is available for testing the platform.