Overview

Expanding your business beyond local markets is a key growth strategy.

Selling Globally

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Introduction

Smootify empowers global e-commerce by seamlessly integrating Shopify and Webflow. Leverage Shopify's multi-currency and multi-language capabilities while utilizing Webflow's native Localization Plan. Smootify automatically synchronizes all language variations, dynamically adjusting the Shopify Market to match the currently selected Webflow language, ensuring a consistent and localized shopping experience.

Multi-Currency Support

Shopify allows merchants to sell in multiple currencies, providing a seamless shopping experience for customers worldwide. Key features include:

  • Automatic currency conversion based on customer location
  • Display of local currency throughout the shopping experience
  • Integration with Shopify Payments for real-time exchange rate adjustments

Localized Storefronts

To create a personalized experience for global customers, Shopify offers localization features such as:

  • Multiple language support with Shopify's translation APIs and apps
  • Custom domain settings for different regions
  • Geo-targeting to display region-specific content and pricing

Duties and Taxes Calculation

Selling internationally involves handling different tax regulations. Shopify simplifies this by:

  • Automatically calculating duties and import taxes at checkout
  • Providing tax-inclusive pricing for compliance with regional tax laws
  • Integration with tax services for accurate reporting

International Shipping and Fulfillment

Shopify provides various shipping options to cater to global customers:

  • Carrier-calculated shipping rates with major providers like DHL, UPS, and FedEx
  • Shopify Markets for region-based shipping rules and delivery options
  • Partnership with fulfillment networks for efficient global logistics

Shopify Markets

Shopify Markets is a centralized hub that allows merchants to manage global selling in one place. Features include:

  • Custom pricing for different regions
  • Market-specific SEO optimization
  • Automated currency and language detection

Payment Gateway Support

To cater to diverse global audiences, Shopify supports:

  • Multiple payment gateways beyond Shopify Payments, such as PayPal, Stripe, and local processors
  • Fraud prevention tools for secure transactions
  • Buy now, pay later (BNPL) options in select regions

Benefits of Internationalization

  • Increased Sales: Expanding to international markets unlocks new revenue streams.
  • Enhanced Customer Experience: Localized content and pricing improve customer trust and satisfaction.
  • Simplified Operations: Automated tax, shipping, and currency features reduce manual workload.
  • Competitive Advantage: A global presence strengthens brand positioning.

For more information, visit Shopify Markets and Webflow Localization.

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