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.
Shop Graphic Elements Update
28/04/2021
We have updated several elements in the SOTESHOP online store graphics: a new cookie bar, page scrolling and texts on the home page. We encourage you to update the store.
Changes in Stores and Sales on Facebook
27/04/2021
This week, changes limiting user tracking on iOS14 mobile devices come into effect. With this change, the sales and advertising system on Facebook is changing. If you have a store on Facebook or use Facebook ads, you must install an additional app to integrate with the new system.
ADS Tracker. Recognition of entries and orders from comparison sites.
22/04/2021
We have added new features to the ADS Tracker application that allow for tracking entries from comparison sites and recognizing orders even after many days from entry.
Online Store SOTESHOP 7.7.5
14/04/2021
A new version of SOTESHOP 7.7.5 has been released. From version 7.7.4 we have introduced 23 improvements, including an important change in the integration with Facebook - API Conversion. Check out the list of changes that have been released recently.
New Banner Configuration Features in the Store
08/04/2021
We have added new features to the banner configuration in the SOTESHOP online store. Change banner width (100%), display time and transition effects.
Facebook API integration of conversions. Important change.
31/03/2021
New integration with Facebook. Facebook recommends updating the integration and changing the way conversion data is sent (Conversion API). Without this change, it will not be possible to effectively monitor sales on Facebook.
VAT Brexit - Brexit with Value Added Tax (VAT) implications.
23/03/2021
We have made changes to the store software resulting from Brexit. This is an important change for all stores where orders with delivery to the UK are possible. As the UK is no longer part of the European Union, it is no longer possible to sell goods with 23% VAT or EU VAT to it.
Online store SOTESHOP 7.7.4
16/03/2021
A new version of SOTESHOP 7.7.4 has been released. From version 7.7.3 we have introduced 16 improvements, including the new "ADS Tracker" advertising effectiveness tracking application. Check out the list of changes that have been released recently.
ADS Tracker. Questions and Answers.
11/03/2021
ADS Tracker is an application that allows for reporting of sales from ads. How does it differ from Google and Facebook reports? Questions and Answers.
ADS Tracker. Measuring the effectiveness of advertising.
09/03/2021
ADS Tracker - this is a new application that allows you to measure the effectiveness of advertising and sales from any store link. It supports advertising on Google and Facebook.
Better graphics in your store
25/02/2021
Graphic design is not only about page layout and colors, but also the data that is displayed on the page. We have prepared information on what to do to make your store look more attractive and functional. We have also added new graphic design service packages.
Online Store Regulations. 5 Most Common Mistakes.
17/02/2021
Undoubtedly, the online store regulations constitute an important legal document of the online store, since it fulfills the function of a contractual pattern in sales relations with the customer. It contains the rights and obligations of the buyer and the entrepreneur conducting sales within the online store.
Online Store SOTESHOP 7.7.3
11/02/2021
A new version of SOTESHOP 7.7.3 has been released. From version 7.7.2, we have introduced 19 improvements. Check out the list of changes that have been released recently.
Online Store Security Summary
04/02/2021
In the last few months, we have prepared many changes regarding the security of the store. They concern not only the software, but also the transmission of data to the service and legal protection.
Shop Regulations - English Version
28/01/2021
New service. English version of the regulations. When selling outside of Poland, remember to add the current store regulations and privacy policy in English. When adding the regulations and privacy policy in English, we should have a sworn translation. Additionally, remember to update the documents in case of changes in the law, not only in the Polish version, but also in the translations.
Content Security Policy. Security of the store.
19/01/2021
We have added support for Content Security Policy (CSP), allowing for increased security of the online store.
Online Store SOTESHOP 7.7.2
07/01/2021
A new version of SOTESHOP 7.7.2 has been released. From version 7.7.1 we have introduced 28 improvements, including a new non-professional sales feature for businesses. Check out the list of changes that have been released recently.
Non-professional purchase for companies
29/12/2020
We have added a new option to the order which allows to specify the order for companies as a non-professional purchase. This change adapts the store to the legal changes coming into effect on January 1, 2021. The amendment to the Consumer Rights Act and the Civil Code, coming into effect on January 1, 2021, mainly changes the fact that individuals conducting business in certain cases will gain new privileges and additional consumer protection.