Other articles by Ulf Kristensson

August 2026 - Software Updates

28 Aug 2026

We've fixed a number of things, added new features and improved performance to make your experience even better. Here are some of the highlights: Inventory Levels in Google Feed and Facebook CatalogA new setting allows you to include the exact stock balance in the product feed, rather than just the stock status “In stock” or “Out of stock.” This feature can be enabled under Settings → External Connections → Product Feeds.  Support for XLSX in Product ImportProduct import has been expanded to include support for the XLSX format. You can now import product data from XLSX files in addition to the previously available CSV and TXT formats. New Right of Withdrawal FeatureA new form has been launched to facilitate compliance with the new legal requirements regarding the right of withdrawal. Customers can use the form to submit a request to cancel a purchase. Read more about the new cancellation feature in our manual >> Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) for AdministratorsTwo-factor authentication (2FA) is now supported for administrators, providing an extra layer of security when logging into the admin panel.

How to Contact Abicart Customer Service

27 Aug 2026

The easiest and fastest way to get help is to start a chat directly in Abicart Admin. There, our AI assistant can help you with common questions and prepare your request for our support team if you need further assistance. You can also contact us by email or phone.Chat with us via Abicart Admin Once you’re logged in to Abicart Admin, you’ll find “Ask a Question” in the lower right corner. Start the chat and describe what you need help with. Our AI assistant will first try to help you right away. Many common questions can be answered immediately, which means you won’t have to wait for a response from the support team. If the AI assistant can’t resolve your issue, it will help gather relevant information and create a support ticket. Our support team will then follow up on the ticket as soon as possible. Tip: Please describe the problem as clearly as possible and include, for example, your order number, item number, or error messages when relevant. This helps us handle your request more quickly. Other Ways to Contact Us As a customer, you can also email or call customer service. You can always find contact information and current business hours under "My Customer Service" in Abicart Admin.  Remember to describe your issue as clearly as possible, and feel free to include relevant examples or screenshots. When you contact us, we’ll first help you describe your issue. If the issue requires further handling, we’ll ensure our support team can follow up on it. You can also contact us via the form: https://www.abicart.com/sv/kontakta-oss

Production - Attribute

31 Jul 2026

Production The Production attributes let you describe where and when a product was made, and who supplied or manufactured it. All fields are optional and can be shown to customers on the product page. Available attributes: Country of origin: the country where the product was manufactured Expiry date: the date after which the product should no longer be used or sold Production date: the date the product was manufactured Supplier: the name of the supplier Manufacturer: the name of the manufacturer Note: Check the visibility setting for each Production attribute before publishing your products, since this determines whether the information is shown to customers on the product page. Setting up Production attributes 1. Enable the attributes Go to Assortment → Products → Product Settings. In the panel on the right, locate the Product Attributes section. Scroll down until you find the Production heading. For each attribute you wish to use, click the edit icon and select your preferred visibility option, then click Save. 2. Add production details to a product Go to Assortment → Products and open the product you wish to edit. Scroll to the bottom-right of the product page. You will find the Production fields, where you can fill in the relevant details for each attribute. If you have any questions, please contact customer support.

Target Audience

31 Jul 2026

Target audience The Target audience attributes let you describe who a product is intended for. This information is used to guide customers to suitable products and can also be required for compliance in certain product categories. Available attributes: Adult content: indicates whether the product is intended for adults only Suggested age group: the recommended age group for the product Suggested gender: the recommended gender for the product Note: Suggested age group and Suggested gender matter most for categories like clothing, toys, and accessories, where the right value helps customers filter to products meant for them, for example separating kids' shoes from adult shoes, or menswear from womenswear. Fill these in whenever they clearly apply to the product. Setting up Target audience attributes 1. Enable the attributes Go to Assortment → Products → Product Settings. In the panel on the right, locate the Product Attributes section. Scroll down until you find the Target audience heading. For each attribute you wish to use, click the edit icon and select your preferred visibility option, then click Save. 2. Add target audience details to a product Go to Assortment → Products and open the product you wish to edit. Scroll to the bottom-right of the product page. You will find the Target audience fields, where you can fill in the relevant details for each attribute. If you have any questions, please contact customer support.

Books - Attribute

21 May 2026

Books The Books attributes allow you to add additional information to book products. All fields are optional and can be shown to customers on the product page. Available attributes: Author: the name of the book's author(s) Copyright: the copyright year or statement e-Book: indicates whether the product is available as an e-book Edition: the edition of the book (e.g. 2nd Edition) eISBN: the ISBN for the digital/e-book version Format: the format of the book (e.g. Hardcover, Paperback) Imprint: the imprint or sub-label of the publisher ISBN: the International Standard Book Number Language: the language the book is written in No of pages: the total number of pages Publication date: the date the book was published Publisher: the name of the publishing house Source: the source or origin reference of the book Setting up Book attributes 1. Enable the attributes Go to Assortment → Products → Product Settings. In the panel on the right, locate the Product Attributes section. Scroll down until you find the Books heading. For each attribute you wish to use, click the edit icon and select your preferred visibility option, then click Save. 2. Add book details to a product Go to Assortment → Products and open the book product you wish to edit. Scroll to the bottom-right of the product page. You will find the Books fields, where you can fill in the relevant details for each attribute. If you have any questions, please contact customer support.

Energy Efficiency Class

21 May 2026

Energy Efficiency Class The energy_efficiency_class attribute allows you to communicate how a product rates on a given energy efficiency scale. When using this attribute, you must also provide the full range by setting both a minimum and maximum value: energy_efficiency_class - the actual rating of the product (e.g. A+) min_energy_efficiency_class - the lowest rating on the scale (e.g. D) max_energy_efficiency_class - the highest rating on the scale (e.g. A+++) This is an optional field, used exclusively for Google Merchant Center integration. Important: As of April 2025, these attributes are only available for products targeting Switzerland, Norway, or the United Kingdom. For products targeting EU countries, use the certification attribute instead, which pulls energy efficiency data from the EU's EPREL database. Setting up the Energy Efficiency Class attribute 1. Enable the attributes Go to Assortment → Products → Product Settings. In the panel on the right, locate the Product Attributes section. Scroll down until you find the Energy Efficiency heading. You will see three sub-attributes: Actual Energy Efficiency Class, Maximum Energy Efficiency Class, and Minimum Energy Efficiency Class. For each one, select the option Include in product feed and click Save. Note: The option to mark a field as private will hide it from customers, but to send the value to Google you must select the product feed option. 2. Add energy efficiency details to a product Go to Assortment → Products and open the product you wish to edit. Scroll to the bottom-right of the product page. You will find the Energy Efficiency fields, where you can enter the actual, minimum, and maximum class values. 3. Export to Google Merchant Center Once energy efficiency values have been added to a product, they will be included in your Google product feed automatically. In Google Merchant Center, the energy efficiency information will be displayed on your product listing where supported. If you have any questions, please contact customer support.

Certification

21 May 2026

Certification With the certification attribute, you can describe the certifications required under local regulations for a product, such as energy labeling or carbon class. To display a certification on Google, you must provide a supported combination of the following sub-attributes: certification_authority - the body that issued the certification (e.g. EU) certification_name - the name of the certification (e.g. Energy Label) certification_code - the specific rating or code (e.g. A+) This is an optional field, used exclusively for Google Merchant Center integration. Note: If you do not provide certification information, Google may automatically add it based on your product's GTIN and MPN data. You can always correct or update this by submitting new values. Setting up the Certification attribute 1. Enable the attributes Go to Assortment → Products → Product Settings. In the panel on the right, locate the Product Attributes section. Scroll down until you find the Certification heading. You will see three sub-attributes: Certification Authority, Certification Code, and Certification Name. For each one, select the option Include in product feed and click Save. Note: The option to mark a field as private will hide it from customers, but to send the value to Google you must select the product feed option. 2. Add certification details to a product Go to Assortment → Products and open the product you wish to edit. Scroll to the bottom-right of the product page. You will find the Certification fields, where you can enter values for authority, name, and code. 3. Export to Google Merchant Center Once certification details have been added to a product, the values will be included in your Google product feed automatically. In Google Merchant Center, the certification information will be displayed on your product listing where supported. If you have any questions, please contact customer support.

October 2025 - Software updates

17 Feb 2026

We've fixed a number of things, added new features and improved performance to make your experience even better. Here are some of the highlights: New design for gift cards (Plus and Pro). Read more >> Swish upgraded from v1 to v2. Specter: Support for pickup location export for KCO Fortnox: Support for Asian characters Product feeds: Google Shopping and Meta (Facebook and Instagram)Your product feeds for platforms like Google and Facebook are now more powerful! We've ensured all visible products with a price are included, even if temporarily out of stock, with clear availability statuses (in stock, out of stock,) Products without stock management (like made-to-order items) will now correctly appear as 'in stock' in Google feeds, and we've updated the availability format to meet Google's specific requirements. For shops selling product packages or bundles, your feeds will now dynamically calculate and accurately reflect the availability based on individual components. We've also significantly enhanced filtering to ensure your feeds are compliant and effective, showcasing only the right products to your audience.

Image management, GUI details around customer selection, Visma SPCS update. etc.

17 Feb 2026

This week's highlights in AbicartEach week we release improvements and bug fixes. Here is a summary of the most noteworthy changes:Say goodbye to dull product images, we have tweaked the color processing of PNG and AVIF image formats to give your customers high quality at blazing speed! Are your customers tired of dropdown lists on the product pages? No problem! Now you can show "Customer's Choice" options as buttons in the shop.Do you use Visma SPCS? Keep track of customers' info like a boss! Telephone numbers are now exported and can be connected to an order.Want more visibility in your feeds? Additional images are now exported to both Facebook and Google.Less confusion regarding historical comparison prices. The comparison price is displayed even if the product has been discounted from the very beginning!

Subscription, API, Prisjakt, Article Choices, Abicart Catalog

17 Feb 2026

- Subscription Renewal- All address classes implement getCompany method- Prisjakt Feed: Fix link to external center- Edit Article Choices: Alert for changing "sell as variant"- Abicart Catalog

Strumplandets 15-year journey with Abicart

27 Jan 2026

In the fast-moving world of e-commerce, where technologies and platforms often change as quickly as seasonal trends, it is unusual for partnerships to span decades. But for Strumplandet.se, Abicart has been the fixed point for a full 15 years.Since its inception, Strumplandet has gone from being a niche challenger to becoming one of Sweden's most well-known destinations for anyone looking for quality for their feet - from colorful bamboo socks to specialized support socks. That they have chosen to run their journey on our platform for 15 years, we at Abicart are extremely proud of. A journey through the history of e-commerce When Strumplandet joined us as a customer 15 years ago, the web looked completely different. By staying and growing with us, they've shown that a solid foundation is the key to long-term success. 15 years of trust: It's proof that our platform delivers the stability needed to run a profitable business over time. Adaptability: Over these 15 years, we've navigated everything from the mobile revolution to new payment standards together. Focus on core business: By letting Abicart handle the technical operations, Strumplandet has been able to focus on building its brand and serving its customers. "Having Strumplandet as a customer for 15 years is great fun. It's proof that our focus on user-friendliness and reliability creates value that lasts year after year," says Abicart. Are you also aiming for 15 successful years? Strumplandet is a perfect example of what happens when a passionate entrepreneur meets a platform that can be trusted. We look forward to continuing to deliver the solutions that keep their customers (and their feet) happy for many years to come.

Key Online Sales Dates 2026 – E-commerce Marketing Guide | Abicart

26 Jan 2026

Succeeding in e-commerce is not just about having great products – it’s also about timing. Throughout the year, there are specific dates and periods when customers are especially ready to buy. By planning ahead, you can create more relevant campaigns, achieve steadier sales, and get better results.In this guide, we’ve gathered the most important e-commerce dates for 2026, including exact dates and clear recommendations on when you should start marketing for each occasion. This guide is tailored for merchants running e-commerce businesses in Sweden. Why are key dates so important for e-commerce? Customers expect campaigns at certain times Competition is at its highest around major shopping days Early planning leads to better margins than last-minute discounting Content created in advance performs better in search results January 2026 – Start of the year and sales season 1 January – New Year’s Day
6 January – Epiphany
January sales – all month When should you start marketing? Already in late DecemberTips for e-commerce merchants: Extend your post-Christmas sale into January. “New year, new habits” works very well as a content theme. February 2026 – Relationships & impulse purchases 14 February – Valentine’s Day
17 February – Shrove Tuesday (Semla Day)
Winter holidays – weeks 7–10 (regional) When should you start marketing? Late January Tips for e-commerce merchants: Gift guides and ready-made bundlesDeadline messaging (“Order by 14/2 to receive in time”) A perfect period for social media and email marketing March 2026 – Spring launch 8 March – International Women’s DaySpring season / seasonal shift – new collections and spring campaigns When should you start marketing? Late February Tips for e-commerce merchants:March is a great month to: highlight brand values and storytelling introduce your spring assortment refresh content ahead of upcoming peak seasons International Women’s Day is especially well suited for content-driven campaigns rather than traditional discount sales. April 2026 – Easter 2 April – Maundy Thursday
3 April – Good Friday
5 April – Easter Sunday
6 April – Easter Monday When should you start marketing? Mid-March Tips: Run Easter campaigns instead of traditional sales Create a dedicated Easter landing page May 2026 – Time for Mother’s Day 30 April – Walpurgis Night
31 May – Mother’s DayWhen should you start marketing?
Early May Tips: Gift guides for mom, under SEK 500. Send reminder emails close to the date. June 2026 – Summer and celebrations 6 June – National Day of Sweden
19 June – Midsummer’s Eve
20 June – Midsummer’s Day When should you start marketing? Late May Tips: Checklists like “Everything you need for Midsummer”. Highlight seasonal products clearly in your store.A great period for storytelling and inspiration. July 2026 – High summer & vacation season High summer / vacation period – all of July When should you start planning?
June Tips: Automate campaigns and email flows. Make sure your content is fully mobile-optimized.Adjust your messaging: fewer discounts, more inspiration. August 2026 – Back to School School starts – varies by region
When should you start marketing?
Mid-July Tips: Structure, everyday routines, and fresh starts as themes.Relevant for more industries than just children’s products. Strong SEO opportunities. September 2026 – Planning and content creation for the autumn sales peak September often lacks clear campaign days, but it is a crucial month for preparing for the intense sales period ahead. When should you start planning and creating content? September is the month to stay one step ahead. Tips for e-commerce merchants: Create and publish content for: Halloween Black Week & Black Friday Christmas sales Build landing pages early for SEO Prepare campaign structures, banners, and messaging Ensure that tracking, flows, and email lists are ready Starting early in September reduces stress and delivers better results once traffic starts to increase. October 2026 – Halloween and autumn vibes Autumn break – week 44 (approx. 26 Oct–1 Nov)
31 October – HalloweenWhen should you start marketing Halloween?
Already in September Tips: Halloween is a full campaign period, not just a single day. Build inspiration early → higher conversion rates in October. Create an SEO-optimized Halloween landing page. November 2026 – The most important e-commerce month of the year 8 November – Father’s Day11 November – Singles’ Day
23–29 November – Black Week 27 November – Black Friday
30 November – Cyber Monday When should you start marketing?
OctoberTips: Use Singles’ Day as a warm-up. Black Week often converts better than a single day. Communicate stock levels and delivery times clearly. December 2026 – Christmas sales and post-Christmas deals Christmas sales – all of December
24 December – Christmas EveFrom 25 December – Post-Christmas sales When should you start marketing Christmas sales? Early November.Tips: Gift guides are essential. Clearly display last order dates in your communication – create a banner. Offer digital gift cards after shipping cut-off dates. Summary – key dates no e-commerce merchant should miss in 2026 14 February – Valentine’s Day 5 April – Easter 31 May – Mother’s Day 19–20 June – Midsummer 31 October – Halloween8 November – Father’s Day11 November – Singles’ Day 27 November – Black Friday 30 November – Cyber Monday 25 December – Post-Christmas sales Plan ahead – sell smarter By planning around the most important dates of the year, you can: reduce stress avoid unnecessary discounting create more relevant campaigns increase sales throughout the year For Abicart users, there are plenty of opportunities to plan campaigns, schedule content, and adapt your store to seasonal demand. Best of luck with your e-commerce year 2026! If you’d like help or want to brainstorm ideas on how to increase your sales throughout the year, don’t hesitate to contact our knowledgeable team. Log in to your webshop to chat with us!New to Abicart? Contact us here -> Try Abicart free for 30 days! Create your own webshop with Abicart. We’ll set up a tailored demo store for you.Click here to learn more ->

E-commerce with saddles: from idea to online store

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell saddles online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling saddles. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Sell gloves online – how to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell gloves online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling gloves. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Build a webshop for projectors

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell projectors online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling projectors. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling cologne

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell cologne online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling cologne. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling diapers

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell diapers online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling diapers. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Guide: how to sell dinnerware online

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell dinnerware online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling dinnerware. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Start an online store for necklaces

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell necklaces online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling necklaces. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling hair extensions

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell hair extensions online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling hair extensions. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling prints

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell prints online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling prints. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Build a webshop for rugs

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell rugs online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling rugs. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Build a webshop for signs

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell signs online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling signs. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling soaps

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell soaps online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling soaps. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Start an online store for wheels

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell wheels online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling wheels. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Online store for eyelashes – tips to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell eyelashes online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling eyelashes. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Guide: how to sell honey online

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell honey online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling honey. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

E-commerce with food and groceries: from idea to online store

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell food online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling food. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

How to start a webshop selling socks

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell socks online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling socks. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

E-commerce with pencils: from idea to online store

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell pencils online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling pencils. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Online store for ice cream – tips to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell ice cream online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling ice cream. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Get started selling wood products online

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell wood products online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling wood products. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Guide: how to sell bikes online

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell bikes online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling bikes. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Online store for sneakers – tips to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell sneakers online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling sneakers. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Get started selling makeup and cosmetics online

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell makeup and cosmetics online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling makeup and cosmetics. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Online store for watches – tips to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell watches online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling watches. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

Online store for clothes – tips to get started

18 Dec 2025

Do you want to sell clothes online in your own webshop? Abicart is a complete and professional e-commerce solution with hundreds of features that are perfectly suited for you to succeed in selling clothes. It's completely free to try - and best of all - it's extremely affordable if you choose to subscribe to any of our versions.Start a webshop with us. Free demo for 30 days!Click here and start your webshop - Free demo! You'll be up and running in minutes!Free access to Abicart's customer service.No card required

StoreLocator: The Ultimate Bridge Between Your online store and Physical Store

18 Dec 2025

Discover Abicarts StoreLocator - A Visual Guide to Your Store Network Abicarts StoreLocator is designed to intuitively help your customers find your products in your physical stores. This feature offers an easy-to-navigate Google Maps interface that shows the locations of your online retailer partners or your own physical stores, enhancing the shopping experience through geographic precision.Overall Ease and EfficiencyStoreLocator is easily integrated into your online store. With minimal installation, it fits into your online store's layout and is customized to match your brand and style. All store locations are pre-loaded for immediate access, giving your customers a comprehensive view of where they can find your products offline.Powered by Google Maps and Payment EfficientPowered by Google Maps, StoreLocator offers extensive coverage and reliable location data. Although it requires a Google SPI key, installation ensures that most online stores will enjoy full benefits at no extra cost, thanks to Google's generous free usage level.Key points of the StoreLocator feature:Customer-Centric Design: Simplify the customer journey from screen to store with a clear, interactive map.Seamless Installation: Our team handles the integration, making it a ready-made solution for your online store.Cost-effective: Leverage Google's powerful map service with little to no expense, adding value to your online store at no extra cost.Let Abicart's StoreLocator elevate your customers' shopping journey today - and connect the digital convenience with the physical store experience.For further information, please contact our team.ValentinOnboarding ManagerAntonOnboarding Managerintro@abicart.seBook a meeting with us!

Formidabel and SkapaiLund combine physical store and e-commerce.

18 Dec 2025

Inger has many irons in the fire and has been running a successful e-commerce business with Abicart since 2013. In this interview, she tells us more about combining a physical store with a webshop, challenges with e-commerce and tips for getting started selling online.Inger runs the physical store Formidabel and the associated webshop at formidabel.nu. "Our product portfolio consists mainly of silver and steel jewelry, mainly from Swedish and Danish brands," says Inger. "At SkapaiLund.se we also sell materials for making your own jewelry." Inger first launched her online business on Tradera in 2008, before realizing the need for her own website. This led to the launch of SkapaiLund as an e-commerce site in 2011. In 2013, Inger switched to Abicart, formerly known as Textalk, and a new era began for her e-commerce business. "Having my own website was crucial," Inger explains. "Abicart made it easy for us to get started at a relatively low cost, and also with clarity about what is included in different packages. In addition, their support has been good and friendly." Online sales for both stores have grown steadily since the start. But it was during the 2020 pandemic that the company really took off. "When we implemented stock sync in mid-2021, our sales on Formidabel increased by over 300%", says Inger. Despite the online success, Formidabel and SkapaiLund have stayed true to their roots and only sell their products within Sweden. "I strongly believe in a combination of digital and physical trade", Inger emphasizes. Challenges are a natural part of the business landscape, and Inger admits that there are several aspects of e-commerce that can be difficult. "The technical side is a big challenge for me as a 60-year-old," she admits. "Shipping costs and pricing are also a challenge. I try to learn as much as I can by reading, listening to webinars and podcasts." The company uses a combination of different digital marketing media to promote its webshop. "We use Facebook ads and Google advertising, and we are also active on social media like Instagram and TikTok," Inger reveals. Inger is looking forward to future growth and expansion. "Right now the focus is on the two shops I have, but it would be fun to start a third in the future," Inger says with a smile. She also emphasizes the importance of listening to customer feedback and adapting to their needs. "We are constantly working on improving our imagery, making our product descriptions as clear as possible and simplifying the ordering process. Customer feedback is crucial for us to improve both the store and the customer experience," she explains. When it comes to the technical side of the webshop, Inger says she uses Abicart PRO because it allows her to manage multiple stores. "Features and integrations such as the connection to MoreFlo for syncing with the POS system are important to us," she adds. So, what tips would Inger share with someone considering starting a webshop? "Get started, don't wait! Start with a platform so you can get help and support. Keep track of your costs and make sure it's profitable. Work on the organic search results and be patient - Rome wasn't built in a day!" concludes Inger.Visit FormidabelVisit SkapaiLundClick here to start your webshop - Free demo!

My Special Day: For us, no celebration is too small, and no customer request too big!

18 Dec 2025

There is a place where party dreams come true, where you can create memorable moments and where no customer request is too big. Welcome to My Special Day - the party planner's paradise! My Special Day was born out of a desire for something more - a wide range, personalized products and outstanding service. Realizing that the market lacked the perfect place for customers to be their own party planners, the founders came up with the idea of a store that offers everything you could possibly need to throw the perfect party.Party decorations for all occasions Here you'll find everything from birthday decorations, wedding decorations and party accessories to named Easter eggs, named Christmas balls and much more. My Special Day also specializes in creating personalized products that give the decorations that little extra something. Imagine a balloon with your name on it or a unique cake topper to make your cake even more special.Create magical memories with event planning But it doesn't stop there. My Special Day also offers event planning and corporate events. So whether you're planning a big party, a small gathering or want to add a little something extra to your coffee shop, you can be sure that My Special Day has everything you need and more.Abicart: The e-commerce platform for successful party planners The shop chose Abicart as their e-commerce platform, a platform they had previous experience with and are super happy with. The simplicity, clarity and beautiful appearance of the platform and the excellent customer service are some of the reasons for the choice. "We always get the help we need, which we are so grateful for!"The passion that drives My Special Day The best part of running their own business and webshop, according to the founders, is being involved in creating beautiful memories and sharing those moments through customer feedback and reviews. This drives them to constantly improve and broaden their range and offer world-class customer service.Valuable insights for aspiring webshop entrepreneurs If you are thinking of starting your own webshop, the founders of My Special Day have some valuable advice: Have a clear vision, choose a target audience, strive to be unique, be patient and be curious. Give your shop love and realize that it takes time and maintenance.Abicart Pro: Tailor-made for success My Special Day uses Abicart Pro, a subscription that offers all the features, options and integrations with business systems that they desire. This allows them to efficiently run their business and create a seamless experience for their customers. It's another reason why My Special Day continues to grow and flourish as a brand and store.Visit My Special Day's webshop

From dream to reality: How Anna created her successful webshop with Abicart's affordable e-commerce solution.

18 Dec 2025

Once upon a time, I had a dream of starting my own webshop. But as with all dreams, there were obstacles along the way. One of the biggest obstacles was the cost of setting up and running your own webshop, something that many entrepreneurs and small business owners struggle with. But like all good fairy tales, there is a hero!Our story starts with an entrepreneur, we can call her Anna. Anna dreamed of starting her own webshop to sell her unique and handmade jewelry. But she didn't know where to start. She had heard about other e-commerce platforms but thought they were too expensive and complicated. Then she was advised to try Abicart.Abicart offered Anna a convenient solution to quickly and easily launch her own webshop without emptying her wallet. Anna could compare the different price plans and find the one that best suited her business. And she knew she didn't have to pay for more than she needed.With Abicart, Anna could finally realize her dream. She started building her webshop using Abicart's user-friendly platform and discovered how easy it was to create a professional and attractive webshop. She could choose from customizable themes, add multiple languages and currencies, and use AI-generated product descriptions to make her shop personal and unique.But that was not all. Abicart also offered free start-up help from their onboarding team to ensure Anna's shop was successful from the start. She could count on their support and advice as she built her shop, giving her security and confidence in this new and exciting adventure in e-commerce.And best of all? Anna was able to test Abicart completely risk-free. A generous free trial gave her the chance to explore all the features and discover how easy it was to create and run her own webshop. Once the trial was over and Anna felt that Abicart was the right choice for her, she could easily upgrade to a paid plan and continue to grow her business. She knew she had found a reliable partner in Abicart - a platform that understood her needs and helped her reach her e-commerce goals.As time passed, Anna's webshop began to flourish. She watched as customers poured in, attracted by the unique and personalized design of her shop. And thanks to Abicart's unlimited possibilities, she could easily expand her range and handle an increasing number of orders. It was clear that Abicart was the key to her success.Anna also realized that Abicart didn't just help her build a successful webshop - they also helped her reach a larger customer base. With smart integrations for marketing and accounting, Anna was able to sell abroad and across more channels.And when she encountered problems or had questions, she could always rely on Abicart's Swedish-speaking customer service. Through manuals, emails, messages and phone calls, she got the support she needed to solve any problems and continue to develop her business.Anna's success story is just one example of how Abicart can help you start your own webshop at a reasonable price. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, Abicart is your trusted partner to help you reach your e-commerce goals and expand your business online.So what are you waiting for? It's time to write your own success story with Abicart. Step into the world of e-commerce and discover how you can start your own webshop at a reasonable price. We are here to help you reach your e-commerce goals and expand your business online. Let us help you create a successful online shop today!Anna's story is a fictional story, but it reflects success stories that many of our customers have experienced with Abicart. Now you have the chance to write your own story and realize your dream of starting your own webshop. Click here and start your webshop - Free demo!

Increase the number of repeat customers in your Abicart webshop: Customer retention as a success factor

18 Dec 2025

Running an online shop in an e-commerce business presents constant challenges. One of the most significant is retaining existing customers and increasing their purchase frequency. In this blog post, you will learn more about customer retention in e-commerce and how you can improve it to create long-term customer loyalty in your Abicart webshop. Let's dive straight into how you can optimize customer retention and create a thriving online shop!Increasing the number of repeat customersCustomer retention in e-commerce is about offering a positive customer experience and building a relationship with customers that goes beyond a one-off purchase. This means using personalized email campaigns, rewards programs, social media engagement and exceptional customer service, especially for your online store. With the right strategies, you can create an online shop that your customers love to return to, time and time again.Investing in customer retention is crucial to the long-term success and growth of your online shop. Some of the benefits of prioritizing customer retention include increased customer lifetime value, reduced customer acquisition costs, improved customer satisfaction and loyalty, competitive advantage, and data-driven decisions and higher gross margin for your online store. When you see the results of your efforts, you will realize that all the time and energy you put into customer retention is well invested.The average customer retention rate in e-commerce varies by industry and is generally between 15-30%. Retention rates also vary depending on the business model, with subscription-based services often having higher retention rates. But no matter what industry or business model your e-commerce belongs to, customer retention is a key factor in achieving success.Click here to start your online shop - Free demo!Tips to increase the number of returning customersPersonalized communication: Create a personalized experience for your customers in your online shop by using their names in emails and recommending products based on their purchase history. Show your customers that you care about them as individuals and they will feel valued.Customer Login: Your customers can create accounts for your online store, get customized prices and discounts, create shopping lists, favorite products and keep track of their previous orders.*Click here to learn more about discounts: Discounts.Excellent customer service: Make sure your e-commerce offers fast and helpful customer service, both before and after purchase. A customer who feels well taken care of is more likely to become a loyal customer and recommend your online shop to their friends.Follow up after purchase: Send a follow-up email after a customer has made a purchase on your online shop to thank them, ask for feedback or offer support in case of any problems. This shows that you care about their experience and are willing to go the extra mile to ensure their satisfaction.Use retargeting: By using retargeting techniques, you can remind customers about your online shop and encourage them to return. This could mean showing ads for your online shop on other websites customers visit or sending email reminders about products they have looked at before.Create engaging content: Regularly publish engaging and relevant content to keep your customers interested and engaged with your online shop and your brand. This can be blog posts, articles, videos, or social media posts that help strengthen your online shop's identity and create a sense of community around your brand.Offer smooth returns and exchanges: A simple and smooth returns and exchange process can make a big difference to customer satisfaction. Make sure your customers feel confident that they can easily return or exchange products if they are not satisfied.Focus on usability: Optimizing your online shop's usability is crucial for customers to have a positive shopping experience. Make sure your online shop is easy to navigate, fast to load and responsive on different devices.Collect and act on customer feedback: Encourage your customers to give feedback on their experience in your online shop and use this information to make continuous improvements. Listen to your customers and show that their opinions are valuable to you.Create a sense of exclusivity: Offer limited-time promotions and exclusive products to encourage your customers to shop on your online store. This can help to create a sense of 'can't miss' for your customers and increase the chances of them making a purchase.By focusing on improving customer retention and implementing effective strategies, e-commerce businesses can build long-lasting relationships with their customers. This contributes to increased customer satisfaction and loyalty, which in turn drives business growth and success in your e-commerce.Investing time and resources in customer retention for your online shop can feel overwhelming, but the rewards are worth it. Start by assessing your current customer retention and identify areas where improvements can be made. Test different strategies and measure their impact to find the most successful methods for your online store.As an Abicart webshop owner, you have access to a range of tools and features that can help you improve customer retention. Use these tools to create a personalized and engaging customer experience that will keep your customers coming back to your online store time and time again.Summing upTo sum up: customer retention is an important part of successful e-commerce and should be a priority in your overall business strategy. By actively working on improving customer retention, you will strengthen your customer retention relationship and see how it can do wonders for your online store!Your e-commerce is uniqueRemember that every e-commerce is unique and what works for one may not work for another. It's important to experiment with different methods and strategies to find the best solution for your business. Once you've found the recipe for success for your business, you'll be able to enjoy the benefits of having a thriving and profitable online shop that your customers love to return to. Click here to start your online shop - Free demo!

Launch of AI-Chatbot based on the Abicart user manual

18 Dec 2025

We are pleased to announce the launch of our latest innovation: an AI chatbot equipped with all the data and content from Abicart's comprehensive user manual. Our AI chatbot is designed to help you navigate through all aspects of your Abicart webshop and provide fast and efficient support when you need it.Our AI chatbot covers all areas of Abicart, including:Getting started with your webshopSettings and customizationProducts and assortmentOrders and customer managementDiscounts and promotionsSearch engine optimization (SEO)Integrations and partnersLegal and business tipsAnd much more!Where to find the chatbotWe've trained our chatbot on all the content in the Abicart user manual, including the latest articles and video guides, to ensure it can give you the best advice and solutions for your business.To use our AI chatbot, simply ask a question in the chat and it will immediately give you an answer based on the relevant information from the manual. If you need further help, the chatbot will be able to direct you to the right article in the manual.We believe that our AI chatbot will improve your experience with Abicart and make it easier for you to run your online shop. It is here to help you quickly find information and solve any problems you may encounter during your e-commerce journey.We hope you find our AI chatbot useful and we are happy to hear your feedback. Don't hesitate to share your experience and let us know how we can improve our chatbot to make it even better for you and your business. Contact us via My Customer ServiceThank you for choosing Abicart and we wish you continued success with your online shop!Kind regards,Abicart Team

Search engine optimization (SEO) for beginners

18 Dec 2025

SEO is an important aspect of online marketing that helps your website rank higher in the search engines and reach your target audience. The following guide gives you easy-to-understand tips and steps on how to optimize your website to appear in search engines.Optimising your website contentUse keywords: look for keywords related to your business and target audience and incorporate them into your website content, for example in the page title, meta description and headings.Create unique and high quality content: develop original and informative content that adds value to your audience and enhances the user experience.Structure your content with heading tags: use heading tags (H1, H2, H3, etc.) to structure your content and signal to search engines that certain text is important.Use keywords effectivelyResearch relevant keywords: Find keywords related to your business and target audience using keyword tools.Use keywords in your website content: use keywords in the page title, meta description and headings of your website content.Avoid keyword stuffing: overuse of keywords in your website content can be penalised by search engines. Use keywords naturally and in moderation.Build up backlinksGet high quality backlinks: Get relevant and high quality backlinks from other websites to improve your website's visibility in search results.Use link building strategies: guest blog with others to generate more links to your site and make sure you are visible on your partners' sites.Ensure relevant and high quality websites: make sure that the websites linking to your website are relevant and of high quality to avoid penalties from search engines.By following these tips and taking the necessary steps, you can optimise your website for search engines and reach your target audience effectively. By regularly monitoring and updating your website's SEO strategy, you can stay ahead of the competition.

5 common problems for online stores - and how to solve them

18 Dec 2025

Running an e-commerce business can be challenging in many ways. Although e-commerce has grown exponentially in popularity in recent years, starting, running and making it profitable is not easy. E-merchants can run into a variety of problems when trying to increase their online profitability. But by identifying the problems and implementing the right measures, these problems can be solved and profitability increased.Low conversionOne of the most common challenges faced by e-merchants is getting visitors to their website to actually buy the products. This may be because visitors find the site unclear or difficult to navigate, or because there is a lack of trust in the company or its products. To increase conversions, e-merchants can take a variety of steps, such as optimizing the design and usability of their website, offering a quick and easy buying process, including social proof and reviews from previous customers, or offering free shipping or returns.Poor search engine optimization (SEO)Another challenge for e-merchants is ranking high on search engine results pages. This can cause fewer visitors to find the site, reducing the chances of making sales. One reason for poor SEO can be a lack of keyword analysis and optimization of the website's structure and content. E-merchants can enlist the help of SEO experts or use various SEO tools to identify and optimize the most important keywords.High return rateA high return rate can have a negative impact on the profitability of an e-merchant. This can be due to poor product quality, unclear product information or a complicated returns process. To reduce returns, e-retailers can work on improving product quality and descriptions, including high quality product images and videos, or offering a simple and clear returns process.CompetitionE-merchants often face stiff competition, which can make it difficult to stand out and attract new customers. To reduce competition, e-retailers can offer unique products and brands, or differentiate themselves by offering better customer service or faster delivery. E-merchants can also work on their marketing, for example by offering high quality product images and videos, or by using influencer marketing to reach new customers. Another important factor is creating a clear brand identity and communicating it clearly throughout the customer experience.Lack of marketingE-merchants can find it difficult to reach their target audience and market their products effectively. This may be due to a lack of digital marketing knowledge or insufficient marketing budgets. To solve this problem, e-merchants can work on a clear marketing strategy that focuses on reaching their target audience on the channels where they are. This could mean using social media to promote products, creating promotions or competitions to attract new customers, or working with email marketing to keep existing customers informed about new products and offers. It is also important to measure and analyse the results of marketing activities in order to adjust and improve the strategy over time.These issues can negatively affect an e-merchant's profitability and it can be difficult to know how to address them. However, with the right strategy and actions, these problems can be solved and e-merchants can increase their online profitability.

Start an online store with help from AI

18 Dec 2025

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a powerful technology that can help you create content for your webshop efficiently. By using AI tools, you can automate many tasks and save time while creating more relevant and engaging content. Here are some tips on how you can use AI to start and run a webshop:Create content for your webshopCreate creative and engaging texts for your webshop with the help of AI. Create content that promotes your products and increases the chances of sales. You can also use AI to write recommendations for different products or answer common questions that your customers have.Product descriptionsWriting product descriptions can be a time-consuming process, but with AI you can automate the work and save time. You can also use AI to generate keyword-optimised product descriptions that can help you rank higher in search engines. Abicart's admin has a built-in AI to help you write your product descriptions, it's completely free and included in all our subscriptions. Read more about the feature here.Ad copyAI can also help you create effective ads to promote your products. By using a combination of AI and A/B testing, you can create ad copy that is optimized to convert. Blog postUse AI to create high-quality blog posts that drive traffic to your webshop. Generate texts and content ideas that engage your users and promote your products in a way that increases conversions.SEOCreating SEO-optimised text for your webshop can help improve your visibility on search engines and increase traffic to your webshop. AI can be used to generate relevant and search engine optimised text that is tailored to your products and keywords.PersonalizationUse AI to tailor your website and marketing content to each customer's unique needs. By collecting data about customer behaviour, preferences and buying habits, you can create personalized recommendations and marketing campaigns that increase the chances of a customer buying your products.Customer serviceGive your customers great service with the help of AI. Answer common questions and problems with AI to free up time to focus on more complex issues and create better customer experiences.Social mediaAI can help you create content for your social media channels. Create suggested content and topics that increase engagement and build stronger relationships with your customers. You can also use AI to respond to comments, questions, and translate into different languages.Remember that although AI can automate your work and save a lot of time, it is always important to have a human touch in the content you create. Be sure to check your texts and make sure they are correct.This post was written with the help of artificial intelligence.

Start a webshop as a individual

18 Dec 2025

Starting a webshop as a private individual can be challenging, but it can also be a profitable and rewarding business. To start a webshop, you first need to choose a product or service that you want to sell. It can be something you have created yourself, such as handmade products, or something you have bought and want to resell. It is also important that you have a good understanding of your target audience and how you can reach them.Click here and start your webshop - Free demo!Once you have chosen a product or service to sell, you need to create a website for your webshop. There are different ways to do this, including using a service that helps you build a website or using an e-commerce tool that integrates with your existing website. The most important thing is that your website is user-friendly, secure and professional.Once your website is ready, you will also need to choose a payment solution so that customers can pay for your products or services. There are many different options to choose from, including payment services such as PayPal and Stripe, and it is important to choose a payment solution that is secure and user-friendly.Another important step in setting up a webshop is marketing it. There are many different ways to do this, including using social media, creating newsletters and offering discounts and offers to attract customers. It's also important to keep in touch with your customers and provide good customer service to build a good reputation and increase customer loyalty.Starting a web shop as a private individual requires a lot of planning, work and commitment. But with the right product, website and marketing strategy, it can be a profitable and rewarding business that allows you to sell your products or services to customers all over the world.Advantages of having your own business when starting a webshopYes, there are many advantages to having your own business when starting a webshop. One of the biggest advantages is that you have full control over your business and can make decisions about everything from what products or services you want to sell to how you want to market and sell them. It also gives you the opportunity to make money from your business and grow as an entrepreneur.Owning your own business also gives you the flexibility and freedom to work on your own terms. You can choose how much time and energy you want to spend on your webshop and adapt your business to your needs and wishes. In addition, running your own business can give you personal satisfaction and challenges that can help you develop and grow as an entrepreneur.Having your own business can also give you the opportunity to create a community and build relationships with your customers. By providing good customer service and engaging with your customers, you can build a good reputation and increase customer loyalty. This can lead to more sales and long-term success for your webshop.All in all, there are many advantages to having your own business when starting a webshop. It gives you control, flexibility, freedom and the opportunity to make money from your business. It can also give you personal satisfaction and the opportunity to build relationships with your customers.

Ideas to increase your Christmas sales!

18 Dec 2025

In the new episode from Jennie Jonsson (Digital Entrepreneur) you get concrete content ideas to increase sales in your e-commerce during the Christmas shopping season! For many e-tailers, the last quarter of the year is when the biggest sales take place. It is a good chance to increase your sales and connect even more with your customers. The content ideas you get in this section do just that, without paid advertising. Digital Entreprenher Podden is made in collaboration with @abicart.se, one of Sweden's largest e-commerce platforms and the well-known payment solution @payson_official

Sell your products on CDON

18 Dec 2025

Did you know that one in five Swedes visited CDON on Black Friday last year? As the leading marketplace in the Nordics, they have over 90,000,000 visitors a year including 2,000,000 active shoppers. Now you have the opportunity to sell your products there via our partner Sharespine. The integration with Sharespine is included for those who have Plus or Pro. In conjunction with it, CDON offers its monthly fee for 3 months (ord. price: 299/month). Sign up now to ensure your products go up in time for Black Friday (by 25/10): Sign up for CDON via Sharespine Upgrade your Go subscription hereSharespine integration platform with strong connections to commerce.Collect your connections on one platform. Sharespine ties together all flows between Web Store, Finance systems, Payments, Marketplaces, WMS & TA systems. Product data and sales from these different channels are collected in a unified and automated flow in the platform.Don't miss the opportunity to end the year on a high!Curious about your sales potential?CDON Calculator

Are you ready for the biggest sale of the year?

18 Dec 2025

Let our professional design team help you! Right now, we're offering you a package deal for this fall's big read days. Want expert help to make your homepage stand out for Singles Day and Black Friday? You'll get 2 custom-designed home pages for just $14,500. If you want to get started with one page, we recommend our Bronze Package for €9,900. Take advantage of this offer!We take your webshop to a new levelAt Abicart Experts you can get help with customised solutions for your webshop. Want to bring your graphic profile to the webshop or create a specific campaign?Our design team has 3 different design packages based on your needs: Gold, Silver and Bronze.Read more about our packages

Get returning customers to your webshop

18 Dec 2025

Whether you're new to e-commerce or have been doing it for years, it's always hard to get conversions. With the ever-changing consumer landscape and marketing strategies, it's hard to win this never-ending battle for customers. Did you know that approximately 69% of e-commerce shoppers abandon their shopping cart before they get to the checkout? We've put together some great tips to help you get more repeat customers in your webshop.Improve your customer serviceSupport systems help you communicate effectively with your customers and provide them with the right level of support. A support system can help both before and after the sale by enabling you, or your employees, to clearly communicate with the customer.Having a live chat or helpdesk tool available can turn a customer query into an actual purchase or a complaint into a solution. Whether they come through your webshop, via email or social media. Very often, a quick and well-handled problem can turn a dissatisfied customer into a loyal, returning customer. You also get invaluable feedback directly from customers that can help you improve your products and your overall shopping experience.Offer customer loginLogged-in customers can take advantage of special discounts and prices. Logged-in customers can also create shopping lists, favorite products and keep track of their previous orders.*Click here to learn more about discounts: Discounts.Ensure a great experience for customers during their visitStart from the premise that no one really needs what you sell. In a little over 25 years, we have moved from an economy based on the scarcity of goods and services to one that offers an unimaginable abundance. There are very few products you can sell that are not already sold elsewhere.Instead, focus on how you sell what you sell. Differentiate your customer experience from your competitors and increase the chances of them coming back! Products come and go, but there will always be a market for truly remarkable experiences.Reduce the risk of cart abandonmentSend out emails if the customer leaves the cart without completing their purchase! Because if they choose to read that email, statistics show that they tend to spend 55% more than the original cart was worth. Talk about great marketing!Remember, these emails are going to customers who already have some knowledge of your brand. They already know your brand is good, so remind them why they can trust you. Send newsletters/use email marketingYou can use email marketing to nudge existing customers in the right direction, and get them to repeat a purchase. By sending personalized messages, you can reach people who have abandoned their basket or who have bought consumables.Previous customers have already shown some interest in your brand's products, so there's a good chance they can be encouraged to buy again. Regular emails are also a great way to keep your brand top of mind with customers, showcasing new products, promoting sales and offering exclusive discounts - all of which can help boost sales.Learn from feedbackOur final tip is to listen to your customers. Give them a chance and many will be brutally honest and tell you exactly what they love, and what they don't. Make it easy to give reviews on multiple channels.Collect reviews on social media and ask for a review after each purchase via email. You can send a thank you email and include a short survey or a simple ranking system. You can then use the collected information to send personalized offers. Remember that returning customers spend more if they trust your brand.Also, consider the use of your coupons as feedback - you can see which promotions work best and adjust accordingly.Returning customers are a valuable resource for any e-commerce business. While you are making efforts to bring in new customers, you should also focus on getting repeat purchases from your existing customers.Bonus tip!Having returning customers in your webshop is great! But how can you ensure they buy from you? Let's take a quick look at some steps on how to successfully drive repeat purchases from your ecommerce customers:Collect data.Create customer segments based on behavioral patternsBuild category groups for product recommendations.Implement machine learning.Use retargeting ads. Read more at Facebook

Enable Kustom Shipping Assistant today!

18 Dec 2025

Take a simple step towards increased conversion Showcase your delivery methods to your customers directly in Kustom Checkout. Kustom Shipping Assistant (KSA) is available with the latest version of Kustom Checkout. You activate it for free in just a few minutes in admin! Read how to do it in the manual. Smooth shipping Shipping can be a hassle for both customers and merchants. 78% of customers say they will abandon their cart if there aren't good enough shipping options.  With the Kustom Shipping Assisrtant, Abicart merchants can display all their shipping methods on any device and market in a sleek design. All important information is presented upfront so customers can feel confident when completing their purchase. This includes: price, days to delivery, pick-up locations, carriers, eco-friendly options and more. After payment, Kustom handles detailed tracking for customers in the Kustom app. Returns can also be reported directly in the Kustom app so that payments can be paused and paid seamlessly before or after delivery. Simply a win-win!   Increase your conversionKustom Shipping Assistant creates an easy shipping and returns experience by offering your customers transparency and flexibility. Plus, it gives your sales a boost. Merchants who have added Kustom Shipping Assistant have seen a 12% increase in conversion. Did you know that you can also increase your conversion rate by up to 20% by adding more carriers?  Features Available real-time shipping options. Convenient choice of time for delivery. Support for 70+ shipping companies you know and trust. Interface that highlights special shipping options (eco-friendly, express, etc). Display opening hours and pickup locations. Tracking and delivery notifications. Customisable add-ons for postage codes, evening delivery and home delivery to your door. Sign up for free todayAs an Abicart merchant, you can add Kustom Shipping Assistant to your checkout in just minutes, giving your customers the freedom to choose a shipping method that suits their lifestyle every time they shop.  Sound like a good idea? Learn how to activate the add-on in the manual, then log in to admin. Good luck!

Digital display window

18 Dec 2025

An easier way to get started with e-commerce Have you or your business discussed starting e-commerce, but haven't quite felt you have the time or the energy? Does it get too complicated to keep up with a new platform and all that it entails? Maybe a digital storefront could still be for you! Here we go through what it is and why it might be a good option. Taking the plunge online and expanding your business from just having one or more physical stores is no easy feat. It presents some challenges and it requires both time and commitment. If you or your business is to succeed really well, you need to put quite a lot of effort into your e-commerce, you need to keep the product balance up to date, you need to make sure that the shipping works properly and so on. Maybe you just don't have the time? There's nothing wrong with that, but at the same time it's a shame to miss out on all the opportunities that online visibility brings, isn't it?Show what you've got - but sell offlineThis is where the digital shop window comes in, but what is it?Yes, in a way it's like an e-commerce, except you're not selling anything directly on the web. Instead, you can display your range in a neat and tidy way so that anyone who has considered visiting your physical store knows what's available and what's not. This can also attract a lot of new customers who are looking for a particular product, but who had no idea that you were selling it in the first place. With a digital storefront, you simply display the products available in your store, but you don't have to deal with shipping, inventory balances and all the other things that can take extra time. It works much like a classic product catalogue, but a more modern one.We're playing with the idea that your company is called "Stina's Garden Tools AB" (STAB). You sell, as the name suggests, gardening tools. We are also toying with the idea that Hakim is buying a new lawnmower and that he has heard from his friend that STAB exists - however, the friend was unsure whether you sell lawnmowers or not. Probably STAB has a good entry point with Hakim because his friend told him about you and so he is googling you. Let's say you have a website where people can find your opening hours, contact details and that you sell "all kinds of gardening tools" but not much more than that. Hakim finds your website but doesn't get an answer to his question, in short he still doesn't know if you sell lawnmowers or not. Instead, he finds your competitor and buys the lawnmower there instead.The above example is of course almost a little over-ambiguous, but it still encapsulates what a digital shop window could do for your business.Advantages over a regular websiteLet's break down the advantages of a digital shop window into three points where we focus a little extra on why it is better than just having a regular website. Nice and tidy. Even if you have a perfectly fine website where you've put up some pictures of what you're selling, it doesn't give nearly the same professional impression as if you had the products neatly sorted by category, with clear product names and pictures. Who would you rather buy a product from? The shop with an information-rich website or the shop with a well-organised digital shop window?Searchability on Google. In addition to the example of Hakim, there are a lot of other customers out there who are also looking for a lawnmower. Many of them may not have even considered that you might be selling lawnmowers and even more may not even know about you at all. However, what they are probably doing is searching Google for lawnmowers. If you've done your homework right with a digital shop window, you're much more likely to come up higher in the search results than if you just have a website with a few pictures. By having a real e-commerce business (even if you don't sell online), your lawnmower may even show up in Google Shopping results. If you're not familiar with Google Shopping, you've probably come across it at some point when searching for a specific product without giving it a second thought. Either on the home page of your search results you see a row of products, what they cost and where you can buy them, or you've clicked on "Shopping" in the row where you can select "Everything", "Images", "Maps" and so on. This is Google Shopping and since 2020 Google has also started to show organic results here and not just paid ads.Business-to-business (B2B) sales. If you are a B2B salesperson, a digital shop window is highly recommended, both for potential and existing customers. In addition to making it easier to reach new customers, you can simplify things for your existing ones and perhaps sell more or at least save your precious time in the process. If it's easy to see what's available, how much it costs and what the product is called, it will be much easier for the customer to communicate their order to you. This means fewer questions, fewer misunderstandings and more time left over for other things. Digital storefront via AbicartIf you or your business are curious about trying a digital storefront, we at Abicart can help. We'll make sure you get the design you want, that you get the tools you need and that you get started without a hitch. The first month with us is also completely free, so if you're not satisfied, just cancel the partnership.

Get started quickly and easily with your webshop

18 Dec 2025

Kick-start your e-commerce journey with the course Starting your e-commerce. Jennie Jonsson is an experienced e-trader. For the past seven years, she has developed her own products and started two webshops from scratch. As a digital entrepreneur, she wants to help others scale up their business with digital business models and e-commerce. In April, she is also launching the digital training course "Start your e-commerce" where you create, market and launch your e-commerce with 5 concrete steps.  E-commerce is a quick way to start selling digitallyStarting e-commerce is a quick way to enter the digital market with the opportunity to scale up quickly. And there's no better time to get started than now. E-commerce growth is breaking all previous records and the market is more ready than ever.There are many advantages to starting e-commerce and some of them according to Jennie are:An e-commerce simplifies your administration, streamlines and automates sales.An e-commerce is open 24/7, year round.You meet your customer when and where it suits them.It's global. You can reach anyone in the world if you want. Jennie's tips for starting your own e-commerceDo you think of e-commerce as just selling physical goods? Think again! There are really profitable opportunities with digital products. A digital product could be courses, lectures, different types of templates, checklists or anything else that you develop once and then deliver automatically to your customers, over and over again. No warehousing costs, shipping or out-of-stocks.Don't get hung up on the technology and choice of e-commerce platform. Get started quickly with a ready-made rental platform. Jennie herself uses Abicart for both her webshops.Get a clear picture of your customers and why they should buy your product from you.Free shipping and free returns are not a must. "Everyone else" doesn't have it. You need to look at your whole offer and above all your profitability.Build your brand and talk about and promote your product before you have started your e-commerce. If you want, you can also open up the possibility of pre-ordering. More tips and free guides can be found at digitalentreprenher.se/free-resourcesKickstart your e-commerce journey with the "Start your e-commerce" courseThe digital Start your e-commerce course starts in April. During the course you will create, market and launch your own e-commerce business in 5 steps, moving quickly from being overwhelmed to mastering the technology, logistics and all the practicalities. By the end of the course, the goal is to have launched a completed e-commerce business. During the course, Abicart is also included as a free platform. Read more about the "Start your e-commerce" course hereTips! The Digital Entrepreneur Podcast - The podcast for those who are curious about developing themselves and their business in digital business and e-commerce.Jennie educates entrepreneurs on how to start e-commerce and build their business online. The podcast mixes interviews with profitable strategies and concrete step-by-step guides focusing on digital business and e-commerce for you as a beginner. You'll get examples of different digital business models, what you could sell online, the opportunities of being an online entrepreneur and much more!Listen at Digital Entrepreneur Podcast or where podcasts are found!

They took their e-commerce abroad

18 Dec 2025

Q&A with Niclas at Ekokul. Have you ever wondered what it would be like to launch your e-commerce business in another country? Ekokul started its business in 2008 and focuses, among other things, on toys that are sustainably produced. Six years after its launch, it launched its online shop in Finland and the following year in Denmark. In today's blog post, we pepper Ekokul's founder Niclas Lundgren with questions about how they did it, what experiences they gained and what tips they can share. Follow along! Before we get into the e-commerce itself, tell us a bit about who you are! - Founded in 2008, Ekokul is a family business driven by the desire to change. We are constantly looking for products that can become the obvious choice over mass-produced products without a second thought. We believe in joy and attractiveness instead of finger-pointing and fear-mongering. We want to be able to offer toys, baby products and more that meet the standards that many consumers now take for granted in other products, such as food and children's clothing. We look for products that are, among other things, organic, sustainable, recyclable and fairly traded. So far we have to be content with at least ticking off a couple of our criteria, but we think that's at least a good start.     Where did you get the idea for Ekokul? - It was born in 2007. My wife Anna and I had been discussing different business ideas and had a dream of running our own business. When we realised that there was a gap in the market for organic and environmentally friendly toys and children's products, we started working on launching an online shop. We were relatively early and have been part of an exciting journey where we have really seen from the inside how e-commerce has evolved and how customer behaviour and buying patterns have changed. Ekokul does not have a physical store but conducts all its sales online. After six years of working in the Swedish market, it was time to launch the online store abroad in 2014. How did you decide to go beyond Sweden's borders and how did you go about it? - Copenhagen is a stone's throw from Malmö where we have our office, so it was quite natural that we would launch our shop abroad. However, it was more of a coincidence that it was Finland and not Denmark that became our first new country. This was because we found a good partner in Finland who could take care of translations and customer service. In 2015, we launched Ekokul in Denmark as well. What has it meant for your business to go international? - Competition in e-commerce in Sweden has intensified in the last five years and more companies are having to share the pie. By investing internationally, we have been able to keep our turnover stable and expand our business with a wider range of products. What lessons have you learned? - There is a big difference in customer behaviour in the different countries. Our Swedish and Finnish customers are often more patient and understanding when something doesn't work properly, for example in the case of a delivery delay. Danish customers, on the other hand, set much higher standards and rarely tolerate that something can go wrong. Moreover - new markets bring new challenges. In addition to knowing your customers, it is crucial to know the essential laws and regulations that affect doing business in the new country. What has been most difficult about growing into other countries? - Freight rates are always a challenge and it is often the high freight rates that make it difficult to establish a business in a new country. It can also be a challenge to keep up the pace of translations into the different languages. First we write the Swedish text for an article and then we have to wait for translations into Danish and Finnish, which means there is always a bit of a backlog. What do you think of Abicart's e-commerce platform? - What is great is that you can easily add different languages and domains to your online shop and that all standard texts have already been translated. In addition, it was easy to get started and the price is very competitive. Niclas's five tips for those thinking of launching their web shop abroad: Find a reliable and long-term partner in the country you want to establish yourself in, who can take care of translations and customer service. Consider shipping prices and delivery times. Do not underestimate the cost of the translation work. Try to get free marketing through partnerships and targeted emails to press and journalists. If you have a small budget, try to get a cooperation agreement based on profit share instead of a fixed hourly fee. We thank Niclas for the chat and wish him the best of luck in the future!If you want to know more about Ekokul you can find their online shop here.

Surfers.se - "We are on the water all the time, that is the basis of our business"

8 Dec 2025

The story of Surfers began in 1985 when the economist and surfing enthusiast Helmer Willhar from Jönköping found an old milk shop in Varberg where he opened Surfshopen. Markus came in as a summer worker and was actually going to open his own competing business. However, he was persuaded by Helmer to become a co-owner of his Surfshop instead. And in that vein it became Surfers Paradise. In 2001, Markus met Patrik, who had previously worked with windsurfing sails. They then started importing surfboards from South Africa and still today resell to other stores via a giant warehouse. Surfer's history as an e-retailer actually also began in 1985 with their mail order catalog which continued until about 6 years ago when they completely switched to a webshop. The similarities are many, but today the flow of information is faster and the customers are more informed. They have been early with much such as e.g. Surfers TV, vlogs and they do everything themselves in-house. They write really good texts and spend a lot of time making films about their products, where they themselves talk about the properties of the product and give their own personal opinion about it. It creates confidence that they show that they use the product themselves and can do this. For the curious, I recommend following Surfers on Insta! Surfers Varberg Instagram“Our philosophy is to help customers have a really good experience”When I e-meet Patrik and Markus on a chilly November day, they have just returned from a surfing trip in Scania. There is no doubt that they are enthusiasts, and among their customers there are many who surf all year round. Not only Swedes who live or travel abroad, but also here at home in Sweden. In their well-stocked surfshop, they sell all kinds of surfboards, wetsuits, sun protection and accessories for water sports. Online sales are good this year as well, while the physical store is at full speed during the warm months. Today alone they have already sent over 40 packages. The largest sales take place on Swedish soil, but also some in the rest of the Nordic countries. The webshop is entirely in Swedish, so Swedes abroad account for the majority outside the Nordics. "We are happy with our size where we are and focus on the Swedish market" The surfboards are sent with home delivery via DHL. Although the goods are packed shock-resistant, they are quite sensitive to shipping and can be pinched in a door, run over by a truck or dropped. It is much easier to solve this within the EU. “Our main goal is to guide customers to the right product so they have real fun on the water” Many people visit the physical store in Varberg because it is unique, has a lot of products and solidly knowledgeable staff. The store has always had staff who are 100% dedicated to practicing the water sports they work with. They are saved surfers who spend their free time in the water. The store's opening hours are actually adapted to the water habits of the staff. They come into contact with many customers on the beaches, where they themselves spend their time. People come into the store to share their experiences and talk about their day on the water. So they have long been of enormous importance to their customers. Varberg used to be an obvious destination for surfers, but now it is more spread out and there are many places around the country. You follow the weather online, low pressure and wind directions. The advantage of having a webshop is that you can reach customers from far away. Often the customers who come to the store have been able to read up on it beforehand and it has been possible to provide some guidance via the website. Working hours can be adjusted so they can browse in the morning before the store opens. "We want to be able to be on the water and not just stand in a store" Having a webshop is seen as necessary today, customers expect it. Surfers have a Pro subscription to Abicart and have developed a customized solution together with our design team. When we have left the conversation, some of their interesting thought-provoking ideas linger, such as e.g. the future development of the online experience? I hope to continue the conversation with Markus and Patrik on site in their surfshop one day. Until then, I surf around their webshop and fish out awesome Christmas presents → Visit Surfers.se!

Humlegården

8 Dec 2025

Humlegårdens Ekolager was founded as a family business in 1992 by Eva Fahleson Ekelin and Svante Ekelin. Our business idea is to provide good raw materials, equipment and literature, and good service, for high-end homebrewers and small breweries. Since September 2020, Humlegården's Ekolager is part of the Caldic Group. Humlegårdens Ekolager has been a leader in its market in Sweden since its inception: high quality raw materials for small-scale brewers. Virtually all the medallists at the home brewing championships since the start in 1989 are customers of ours. A number of them have gone on to start small professional breweries, and we also supply malt, hops and yeast to most of Sweden's breweries. Of course, we have the same high quality goods for both professional brewers and homebrewers - it's just the quantity that differs. The hop farm in Ekskogen, Vallentuna, where we started the business and ran it for the first seventeen years, takes its name from the fact that hops were grown there in the old days. Ekolager refers to the fact that we store goods in a way that is both ecological and economical. Read our interview with Humlegården! Welcome to Humlegården's Organic Warehouse

Quickbit

8 Dec 2025

Quickbit enables merchants to accept crypto currency without having to deal with any of the hassle with it. You sell your products for a certain price and you will get that revenue, regardless of which currency the customer pays with. No risk of volatility, no chargebacks and no fraud, even safer than cards. Move into the future of payments with Quickbit! Quickbit

Sello

8 Dec 2025

Sello is an e-commerce automation platform designed for brands and retailers to drive growth through marketplaces.Simplify your e-commerce by integrating Sello with your existing platform.Sello brings all your sales channels together in one place, making selling easier and contributing to your e-commerce success. Our advanced architecture and modern technology support every aspect of your online sales, from product updates and order management to sales analytics. Whether you use Sello to complement your current system or as a standalone platform, you get a powerful, cloud-based solution that can be customized to your business.At Sello, we focus exclusively on the in-house expertise of our developers and support team, ensuring a reliable and secure experience for you as a customer.With Sello, new opportunities and unlimited growth are within reach for your e-commerce.You can find the marketplaces* and all countries that Sello has integrations with here:https://www.sello.io/en/marketplaces/*Before applying for a partnership and account with Sello, your company must have an account or have been approved as a seller on the marketplace you want to sell on.

Sharespine

8 Dec 2025

The integration platform with strong links to trade... Bring your connections together in our platform. It connects all flows between Web Shop, Financial Systems, Payments, Marketplaces, WMS & TA systems. No loose ends Product data and sales from different channels such as Web Shop, POS or Marketplace are collected in a unified and automated flow in the platform. Sales status Reporting is triggered by status changes on your orders - the information is sent back to the selected sales channel. Product data Assortment with variations, flexible pricing & content from different systems are linked together in the platform for (controlled) publication in the respective sales channel. Warehouse & Logistics Inventory balance & shipment information including tracking numbers are automated between different systems, linking the communication between purchase & delivery. Reconciliation & Repurchase Payments from payment providers are automatically reconciled against your invoices in your accounting. The platform supports automated flows for Invoice, Gift Card and Repurchase. Get started with Sharespine

Using the Abicart API and headless storefronts

28 Nov 2025

Abicart is designed not just for seamless, all-in-one e-commerce but also for advanced custom development through its powerful API. For businesses seeking ultimate flexibility, the Abicart API supports a modern "headless" commerce architecture, allowing you to decouple your store's presentation layer from its core backend logic.The Power of the Abicart API The Abicart API is a comprehensive, developer-first interface accessible with any active subscription. It allows users to programmatically interact with critical store components, known as Classes, using the secure JSON-RPC 2.0 protocol over HTTPS/WSS (WebSocket Secure). With the API, you gain the ability to: Manage Core Assets: Easily add, edit, and delete products (Articles), manage customer records, and process orders. Integrate Systems: Create customized connections with your company's internal tools, such as ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), CRM (Customer Relationship Management), and internal shipping or financial systems. Custom Development: Build and develop existing features or create entirely new applications tailored to your specific business needs. Embracing Headless Commerce Headless commerce is an architectural choice that separates your customer-facing storefront (the "head") from the e-commerce platform's transaction and inventory core (the "body"). Abicart's API is the engine that enables this, offering your business unmatched control and innovation opportunities. By utilizing the API in a headless setup, you can achieve significant advantages: Unrestricted Design: Develop a completely unique, highly branded customer experience using any modern frontend technology you choose (like React or Next.js) without being limited by the theme system. Omnichannel Reach: The same central commerce logic can power multiple digital touchpoints simultaneously, including your website, native mobile applications, or digital kiosks, ensuring a consistent brand experience everywhere. Performance and Speed: Decoupling the presentation layer allows you to optimize your frontend for superior performance and blazing-fast loading speeds, a critical factor for SEO and conversion rates. Flexibility and Agility: Your development teams can deploy changes to the storefront instantly, testing and iterating quickly without risking core commerce operations like checkout or payment processing. Whether you are integrating a simple third-party logistics solution, syncing inventory with an accounting system, or building a high-performance custom storefront, the Abicart API provides the reliable foundation needed to scale and customize your digital business ecosystem. Your shop ID and API key are the essential components for establishing a secure connection and can be easily managed within the Abicart admin panel under Settings > External Connections > API Keys.

Market-specific product pricing

28 Nov 2025

Abicart's pricing system offers the flexibility required to manage complex pricing strategies, allowing you to tailor your product offers for different markets, sales events, or customer segments. This functionality is essential for maximizing sales both domestically and internationally, as well as when running a B2B operation alongside a B2C store.The system is built around price lists, providing a powerful structure for all your product pricing needs. Targeted Pricing for Maximum Revenue Multiple Price Lists: You can create unlimited price lists to manage various pricing scenarios, including regular prices, special/extra prices, and tiered pricing. This feature is a core component of optimizing your sales strategy. Customer Group Pricing: For stores catering to different customer segments, such as private customers and retailers (B2B/B2C), you can create specific customer groups. Each group can be linked to its own unique price list, ensuring that logged-in members see customized pricing appropriate for their segment. Multi-Store Systems: When operating multiple online stores from a single platform (available with the PRO subscription), each sub-store can be independently connected to specific price lists. This allows for precise market-specific or brand-specific pricing across your business ecosystem. Efficient Price Management Managing prices across these different lists is designed to be streamlined and efficient: Scheduled Pricing: For sales events like Black Friday or seasonal promotions, you can schedule a price list to automatically activate and revert at specific dates and times, eliminating the need for manual updates during off-hours. Quantity-Based Pricing (Tiered Prices): Motivate customers to increase their average order value by setting up tiered pricing within a price list. The unit price decreases as the purchased quantity of a product increases, with the changes visible directly on the product page. Bulk Updates: Price lists can be updated manually directly in the administration interface or quickly via file import, making it simple to implement widespread price changes based on product groups or other criteria. This comprehensive approach to pricing ensures you maintain full control over your margins and offer competitive, market-relevant prices to every customer segment.

Newsletter subscription forms in your store

28 Nov 2025

Keep your customers engaged and drive repeat business by collecting email addresses directly in your webshop.Abicart offers built-in tools for newsletter management as well as integrations with external services like Mailchimp, giving you flexible options for email marketing: Built-in Newsletter Feature (Abicart Plus and Pro) Functionality: You can create and send newsletters directly from the Abicart admin panel, managing your mailing list within the platform. Subscriber Management: Customers in the customer register who have agreed to receive newsletters can be targeted. Subscription Block: A dedicated block to encourage newsletter sign-ups can be added to your homepage. Once a visitor registers, their email is added to the customer register. Sending Limits: The built-in service has a limit of 2,000 emails per day. For larger lists, the mailing is automatically split over multiple days. Mailchimp Integration (Abicart Plus and Pro) Seamless Connection: Abicart offers a direct integration with Mailchimp, a leading external newsletter service. Data Synchronization: The integration automatically exports your customer list, product catalog, and order information to Mailchimp. This ensures your Mailchimp account is always up-to-date for targeted campaigns. Frontend Forms: You can easily embed Mailchimp's custom signup forms into blocks on your homepage or other custom pages for enhanced subscription functionality. Benefits: This option is ideal for those requiring advanced segmentation, reporting, and high-volume sending capabilities beyond the Abicart native limits. To maximize your reach, remember to explicitly enable the display of the newsletter field in your theme's settings under "Extensions" or "Content" for the relevant page areas.

Shipping carrier integrations: PostNord, DHL, Budbee, Instabox and more

28 Nov 2025

Efficient shipping is a cornerstone of a successful e-commerce business. Abicart offers robust integrations with leading Transport Administration (TA) systems, allowing you to streamline your logistics and provide a variety of delivery options to your customers.Key Integrations for Simplified Shipping Instead of manually entering delivery information, our integrations automate the process from order placement to label printing and tracking updates. By connecting your Abicart shop to a TA system, you gain access to a network of carriers, including major names like PostNord, DHL, and specialized services, all managed from a single point. PostNord TA: Leverage the benefits of PostNord's shipping tools to manage shipments easily and smoothly, which is included with Abicart Pro subscriptions. nShift Delivery (formerly Unifaun): This powerful web-based transport management system manages shipments and carriers in one place, handling everything from labels and shipping documents to automatic tracking information. It supports a wide range of services including DB Schenker, DHL Express, DHL Freight, and PostNord services. Shipmondo: Integrate your shop to automatically transfer orders to your Shipmondo account, where you can easily mass-create shipments and print labels. Shipmondo provides a full suite of services, including sending personalized SMS/email notifications to customers about their order dispatch. Freight Brokerage Platforms: Services like Fraktjakt allow you to compare and purchase freight services from various shipping companies, simplifying cost optimization. Enhanced Shipping Features Integrating with a TA system doesn't just simplify internal processes—it significantly improves the customer experience: Dynamic Delivery Options: Offer customers a choice of carriers and delivery methods directly in the checkout, ensuring they can select the option that best suits their needs. Automated Tracking: Tracking numbers generated by the carrier are often automatically sent back to Abicart and included in the delivery confirmation email, allowing customers to easily track their package without manual intervention. Support for International Sales: Integrations often include support for creating customs documents, such as CN22/CN23 and customs declarations, which is crucial for efficient shipping outside the EU. Flexible Fulfillment: Depending on the setup, you can often choose to book shipments immediately upon order placement or manually, providing flexibility for different logistics flows, including handling partial deliveries. Seamless Setup in Abicart Once you have an agreement and the necessary API keys from your chosen TA provider, setting up the integration is straightforward within the Abicart admin panel under Settings → External Connections. To ensure a smooth synchronization, always make sure your products have the correct weight entered, as this is a fundamental requirement for most integrations to accurately calculate shipping and generate labels.

Order confirmation emails

28 Nov 2025

An order confirmation is more than just a receipt; it is an important customer touchpoint that reinforces trust and professionalism. Abicart's platform provides tools to customize the content of order confirmations and other email communications sent to your customers.Customizing Email Content Under Settings > [cite_start]Document and Email Content, you can access the Email Content tab to tailor your communications[cite: 780, 781]. [cite_start] Order Confirmations: Select which specific properties and details you want to display on the customer’s order confirmation[cite: 781]. [cite_start]You can also add a custom text for important notices or thank you messages to be included in the email[cite: 781]. [cite_start] Receipts: Customize the properties shown on the customer's receipt, including adding your own supplementary text[cite: 782]. Delivery Confirmations: Activate automatic delivery confirmations. [cite_start]When an order is marked as sent in your admin, an email will be dispatched to the customer[cite: 782, 1047, 1406]. [cite_start]This confirmation can be especially valuable if you include the tracking number for package traceability[cite: 242, 243, 1410]. Delivery and Tracking Information Providing immediate tracking information is key to customer satisfaction. When an order is exported for automatic freight booking (e.g., via integration with Postnord or nShift), the tracking number is sent back to Abicart. [cite_start]When you subsequently mark the order as "sent," the tracking number can be automatically included in the delivery confirmation email (if activated)[cite: 242, 1410, 1450]. [cite_start]Even if you book transportation manually, you can enter the carrier and tracking number on the order page in the admin, and this information will be shared with the customer via their customer login on "My Pages"[cite: 241, 244, 246, 248]. [cite_start]You can guide the customer to log in to their account to find the "Track shipment" link[cite: 246, 247, 248]. Secure and Reliable Sending Abicart employs specific measures to ensure your order confirmations reach their destination reliably and are not flagged as spam: [cite_start] Return Address: By default, order confirmation copies sent to the store owner use a specialized return address (shop-orders@abicart.se) to minimize spam risks[cite: 786]. Sender Authentication: To bolster email deliverability and legitimacy, you can create and add an SPF (Sender Policy Framework) record in your DNS configuration. [cite_start]This explicitly authorizes Abicart to send emails on your behalf, reducing the chance of them being flagged as spam or phishing[cite: 795, 796, 805, 806]. [cite_start]For enhanced control, especially in multi-store systems, the language of the printouts, like picking lists and delivery notes, can be set to either the administrator's language or the customer's language used when placing the order[cite: 783, 784].

Sellable product types: physical products, services, bundles and gift cards

28 Nov 2025

Offering a varied product catalog is key to success in e-commerce. Abicart gives you the flexibility to manage different types of sellable objects, from physical goods to digital services and value offers, all gathered on a single platform.Physical ProductsThe foundation of most online stores consists of physical products. In Abicart, you manage all essential product information in one place – from names and descriptions to pricing, stock levels, SKU/article numbers, weight, and delivery details. This ensures that each product is presented correctly in your store and is ready to sell right away.Services & Digital ProductsDo you sell services, consultations, or digital products? Abicart offers dedicated product types tailored for non-physical offerings. These product types do not include inventory or shipping settings, which simplifies administration and reduces the risk of errors. The result is a smooth and transparent way to manage both services and digital products.Product Packages (Bundles)If you want to increase your average order value and offer more value to your customers, you can create ready-made product bundles. A bundle must include at least two existing products and can have its own fixed price, regardless of the individual products’ regular prices. When a bundle is purchased, inventory levels are automatically updated for all included products. Product bundles are available in the Plus and Pro plans.Gift CardsGift cards are an effective way to boost sales and attract new customers. In Abicart, you can create gift card products with fixed amounts, such as 100, 250, or 500. Customers can redeem gift cards as payment at checkout, either via an automatic email delivery of a PDF gift card or as a physical card. Gift cards are available in the Plus and Pro plans.By utilizing these different product types, you can optimize your sales strategy and offer customers a broad and flexible shopping experience.

Integration to ERP systems

28 Nov 2025

Let your web shop transactions become perfect bookkeeping completely automatically.Integrating your webshop with your ERP system, such as Visma or Fortnox, can bring many benefits to your e-commerce business. The integration allows your webshop and ERP system to communicate with each other, allowing you to manage your sales and order process more efficiently.One of the main benefits of integrating your webshop with your ERP system is that you reduce the risk of errors in order management. When an order is placed in your webshop, your ERP system is automatically updated with the new order. This reduces the risk of misunderstandings or incorrect orders and helps to ensure that the customer receives the ordered product on time.The integration also provides a more seamless management of your finances. You can get a better overview of your sales and income, as all data is brought together and can be monitored in one place. This also makes it easier for you to manage invoicing and accounting, as all the information is in one place.Another advantage of integrating your webshop with your ERP system is that you can reduce the manual handling of orders and data. When your webshop and ERP system are integrated, all information is transferred automatically and you do not have to manually transfer data between the different systems. This saves time and reduces the risk of errors and mistakes.Finally, integration can also provide a better customer experience. By integrating your webshop with your ERP system, you can provide your customers with better service and support. For example, you can give customers access to order status and delivery information directly from your webshop, creating a more transparent and reliable shopping experience.In summary, by integrating your webshop with your ERP system, you can reduce the risk of errors and mistakes, streamline your order and financial management, save time and provide a better customer experience. This can lead to increased customer satisfaction, loyalty and sales for your e-commerce business.

Multiple administrators

28 Nov 2025

Invite your colleagues to join you and work on your online shop

Custom CSS, Javascript and HTML

28 Nov 2025

Learn how to easily customize the look of your Abicart shop with custom CSS, and discover why basic CSS skills are valuable for successful online sales.Here you can read more about how to work with your own CSS in Abicart.

Affiliate Marketing

28 Nov 2025

Increase your traffic. Spread your content across other people's websites, blogs and discount sites. Partners link to you and generate traffic to your store. If the customer has come to the shop via the partner's link, the partner will receive a percentage of everything ordered by the customer. Distribution is set for the entire range or for each product or product group separately. Read more about own partners (e.g. affiliates) in the manualAffiliate marketing is when a partner, a person or another company (this is called an affiliate) promotes your products or services to their visitors or followers. It could be a company you work with, a blogger or an influencer. Let's take Abicart as an example. If a so-called. "affiliate" would link or otherwise recommend our various e-commerce services, this is exactly what is called affiliate marketing. If companies or individuals then subscribe to an e-commerce solution from Abicart for their webshop, based on the recommendation made by an affiliate, then our affiliate in this case would receive a commission.

Built-in SEO features

28 Nov 2025

SEO-optimize your store for better sales.SEO optimization is an important part of running a successful online store. By using the right techniques and strategies, you can make your store more visible to potential customers and increase your sales. Here are some tips for SEO optimizing your store: Choose the right keywords: The first step is to identify the keywords that are relevant to your store and your products. Use tools like Google Keyword Planner or SEMrush to find keywords with high search volume but low competition. Optimizing your website: Your website should be well structured and easy to navigate. Use relevant keywords in headlines, meta descriptions and content. It is also important to ensure that your website loads quickly and is mobile-friendly. Content strategy: Having a good content strategy is important for SEO optimization. Create quality content that is relevant to your products and is also easy to share on social media. Also, use keywords in your content to increase its visibility. Product description optimization: Having good product descriptions is important to attract customers and increase sales. Use relevant keywords in your product descriptions and make sure they are well structured and easy to read. Create internal links: Having internal links to your products and other pages on your website can help search engines index your website and increase its visibility. Use social media: Social media can be a great platform to promote your store and products. Use relevant keywords and link to your website to increase traffic and sales. By using these SEO optimization strategies, you can increase the visibility of your online store and boost sales. Keep in mind that SEO is a long-term strategy, so it may take time to see results. But with patience and commitment, you can achieve success with your online store.

Integration with Google Analytics

28 Nov 2025

Get complete visitor statistics with one of the world's best analytics tools.As part of our commitment to helping our customers run successful e-commerce businesses, we at Abicart are pleased to offer easy integration with Google Analytics. In this article, we will go over what Google Analytics is, how it can benefit your webshop, and how easy it is to connect your Abicart webshop to Google Analytics. What is Google Analytics? Google Analytics is a free web analytics service that helps you track and analyze traffic to your website. Google Analytics gives you insights into how visitors interact with your online shop, which pages perform best, and where your traffic comes from. This information is invaluable for understanding your customers' behaviour and can help you optimize your marketing strategy and improve your conversion rate.Benefits of connecting your Abicart webshop to Google Analytics:The connection between Abicart and Google Analytics gives you the following benefits:Increased insight: Get detailed information about how visitors find and interact with your webshop.Better decision-making: Use the insights you gain to make informed decisions about marketing, product offerings and website design.Increased conversion rates: customize your online store based on the insights you get from Google Analytics to increase conversions and sales.Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns: Track sources of traffic and evaluate how effective your marketing efforts are. How to connect your Abicart webshop to Google Analytics: Connecting your Abicart webshop to Google Analytics is easy and only takes a few minutes. Here is a step-by-step guide to get you started:Create a Google Analytics account if you don't already have one. Visit https://analytics.google.com and follow the instructions to create your account.Once you've created your Google Analytics account, navigate to admin and click on "Data streams".Follow the instructions to add your webshop and generate your unique measurement ID (G-ABCDEFGHIJ). Log in to your Abicart account and navigate to Appearance/Themes in the main menu. Select the current theme, then click on the Extensions tab and select Google. Enter your unique ID in the "Google Analytics" field.Click "Save" to activate the integration between Abicart and Google Analytics.Connecting your Abicart webshop to Google Analytics is easy and offers many benefits for your e-commerce business. By integrating these two platforms, you'll gain valuable insights into visitor behavior, which will help you make informed decisions about marketing, product offerings and website design. So don't hesitate to take advantage of this simple integration and improve your online shop's performance and profitability. Remember that our team at Abicart is always here to help you if you have any questions or need further support.

Product groups in your webshop

28 Nov 2025

Make it easier to navigate your catalogue by adding product groups.Organizing products into clear and well-structured product groups is an important part of running a successful online store with Abicart. It helps customers quickly orient themselves in the store and easily find the products they are looking for.When product groups are logical and easy to understand, navigation becomes smoother and the overall shopping experience improves. At the same time, a clear structure makes it easier for you as a store owner to organize products, manage product information, and work efficiently with pricing.A well-structured online store with clearly defined product groups enhances the user experience, increases conversion rates, and encourages customers to return and shop again.

Landing pages in your webshop (Custom pages)

28 Nov 2025

Build high-converting landing pages for your campaigns and offers. What is a landing page? With Abicart's "Own pages" you can build any subpages you want in your webshop.  The starting point for a landing page can be a unique search phrase or keyword to streamline your search engine optimization, or a promotion or discount that you want to draw your visitors' attention to.  On the landing page, you can create customised design and content, and you can also add entire product groups, individual items or selected products. Read more about creating custom pages in the manual

Add a manual payment method - Own payment method

27 Nov 2025

Own payment method is a manual payment method. You can name it anything you want, such as Invoice or Bank Transfer. The payment method can be made available to all customers or, for example, selected customer groups. Customers will be able to place orders without paying directly at the checkout and you will need to verify that the order is paid before it is processed.Settings >> Payment methods >> Add own payment methodAdd your own payment method1) Go to Settings >>2) >> Payment methods3) Select payment method4) Select Own payment method in the list5) Click on +Add6) Name the payment method7) Fill in the detailed description with the information the customer needs to pay for their order.E.g. Bank details for manual payment8) Check the "Active" box.9) SaveAn example of an Own payment method is "Invoice". It is actually the same as "Own payment method" except that we have named it Invoice. It works manually in the same way as when you make a "Own payment method".

FAQ - GA4 Via GTM Enhanced Ecommerce Package

27 Nov 2025

Here are some frequently asked questions around the Enhanced Ecommerce package href="https://www.abicart.se/experts/boostcommerce-analytics-ga4-gtm-e-handelsoptimering" >Abicart Analytics Pro: GA4 & GTM E-handelsoptimeringFAQOnce you have implemented Enhanced Ecommerce, you can start analyzing data about sales in your webshop. However, Google Analytics will still encourage you to complete GA4. You will get far with just Enhanced Ecommerce, but if you use Google Ads or Audiences, these need to be linked/created. The completion of that is not included in the Enhanced Ecommerce setup package.Useful Google guides:[GA4] Configure your GA4 property using Setup AssistantUniversal Analytics fasas ut[UA→GA4] Automatiskt skapade Google Analytics 4-egendomarWhy do I still see the UA upgrade message in my Google Analytics?The red text box at the top of the page in Google Analytics which encourage switching to GA4 is a standard message that Google displays regardless of whether you've started using GA4 or not.You can ignore this message if we have reached out to you to let you know GA4 and Enhanced Ecommerce has been implemented per your order.The count down pop-up in Google Analytics >> Universal Analytics can also be ignored if you have purchased the enhanced ecommerce package and heard back from us.Why does a message in Google Analytics say I need to complete my GA4 even though I bought the Enhanced Ecommerce package?Enhanced Ecommerce is a part of GA4, but the configuration of Enhanced Ecommerce will not complete your GA4 setup. The red top message in the GA4 section is asking you to complete your GA4 setup. Read more here:[GA4] Konfigurera din GA4-egendom med hjälp av konfigurationsassistenten(The package include "Implementation of GA4 and GTM" which means we implement GA4 and GTM-related to Enhanced Ecommerce. If you don’t have a GA4/GTM account we create it for you, but completing the GA4 setup still remain. Hence the message)Where do I see the implementation of the enhanced ecommerce package?In the section of GA4 >> Reports >> Acquisition, Engagement & Monetization. See navigation under the next question.How do I navigate in GA >> GA4?When you start at the home screen you might be in the UA section. From there you (1) click on "All webshop data"(2) Then you hover over the GA4 option and click open:(3) Once you get into GA4 you hover by the house icon to open the menu Then you click Reports:(4) Now you can choose to look at Acquisition, Engagement or Monetization to gain insights collected through enhanced ecommerce:Why does GA4 Setup Assistant say my GA4 is not completed?The package enhanced ecommerce includes configuring enhanced ecommerce. It doesn't cover configuring your whole analytics. Use the checklist and the guide below to set it up:[GA4] Configure your GA4 property using Setup AssistantUseful Google guides:[GA4] Konfigurera din GA4-egendom med hjälp av konfigurationsassistentenUniversal Analytics fasas ut[UA→GA4] Automatiskt skapade Google Analytics 4-egendomar[GA4] Configure your GA4 property using Setup Assistant

Avarda Checkout

27 Nov 2025

What is Avarda Checkout?Avarda Checkout is an e-commerce payment solution offered by the company Avarda. Avarda Checkout includes several different payment methods, such as card payment, invoice, partial payment and direct bank transfer.Order Avarda CheckoutContact Avarda on their websiteAdd Avarda Checkout to your shopGo to Settings -> Payment methods -> Add new payment method. Select "Avarda Checkout" in the list and then click "Add". (If Avarda Checkout is not available in the list, contact support and we will activate it for you. )You will then be taken to the settings page.StatusActiveCheck the box to activate and make the payment method visible in the store.DefaultA setting to make the payment method default in the checkout.Make available only to those customers or customer groups where I specify it.If you do not want all customers to be able to use this payment method, you can disable it for non-logged-in customers through this setting. You then go to the respective customer group to activate the payment method there. Available for customer typeYou can set the payment method to be available only for one customer type or all. Require buyer to enter personal/organization numberCheck to make the personal/organization number mandatory at checkout.Send payment status confirmation to the shop ownerA setting to enable a separate payment status email for this payment method to be sent to the shop owner.Turn off the purchase of gift card products with this payment methodEnable a setting to prevent the gift card product type from being purchased with this payment method.AccountThe next block contains fields for Avarda data provided to you by Avarda.Username - Your username provided by Avarda.Password - Your password provided by Avarda.Name and DescriptionNameEach payment method has a name that will be displayed in the checkout but if you want to modify this, you can enter a new name in this field. An optional field that can be left blank.Detailed descriptionA field to enter a text that informs the buyer about how the payment method works. Can be left empty.CurrenciesIf you have several active currencies in your shop, you can limit these for each payment method. The default setting is "All active currencies in the shop", but if you check "Specific currencies", all active currencies are displayed and you can choose to disable those that should not apply to this payment method.CountriesThe default setting of the payment method is that it applies to all countries to which the shop offers delivery (Settings -> Shipping). If you want to limit a payment method to only certain countries, you can check "Specific countries" and then specify the countries that can use this payment method. Order statusIf you want orders placed via this payment method to have a specific order status, you can enter it here. Select the status from the list. Restriction on the order totalA setting to limit the amount that a payment method can handle. If you choose to limit the amount between two intervals, it is always the total order value including shipping and other fees. Fee added at checkout when placing an orderA function to add an additional fee to the purchase, such as a handling fee.

Create product descriptions automatically with Abicarts AI

27 Nov 2025

Discover Abicart's AI tools and create product descriptions automatically! With Abicart's AI tool, you can create quality product descriptions quickly and easily. It's easy to use and helps you save time and energy.

Delete/remove images via import (bulk action)

27 Nov 2025

Note: Only use this function if you are sure of what you are doing.To delete many images at the same time, you can create an import file like the one below and import it.

Create a "sticky header" in Abicart

27 Nov 2025

Complete your web shop with a sticky header in Abicart! With a sticky header, your customers can easily navigate your website and find the products they are looking for. Abicart offers an easy to use and customizable sticky header that is perfect for improving the user experience. Try it today and see the results!A "sticky header" is a type of web design where a header section on a web page remains visible and fixed on the screen, even when the user scrolls down the page. This can be useful to give the user easy access to navigation links or other important information, without having to scroll up to find it again.To make your header sticky in Abicart, you can add the given CSS code to your site's stylesheet. The code uses the new "sticky" positioning property of CSS, which is available in most modern browsers. This property causes the element to be "stuck" to the screen as long as there is space, but returns to its original position when there is no more space.The given CSS code also defines a "top" property of 0, which means that the header element will be attached to the top of the screen. If you want the header element to be attached at a different position, you can specify a different value for the top property, e.g. "top: 20px" to attach the element 20 pixels from the top of the screen.Finally, the code also defines a "z-index" property of 1000. The z-index is used to determine which element should be displayed on top of other elements on a web page, based on their position in the z-axis (which runs from foreground to background). By setting a high z-index value on the header element, we ensure that it is always displayed on top of other elements on the page, which can be useful if there are other elements that may cover the header element when scrolling.This is how it looks in the code together:.nordic--header {    position: -webkit-sticky;    position: -moz-sticky;    position: -o-sticky;    position: -ms-sticky;    position: sticky;    top: 0;    z-index: 1000;}

How to upgrade your subscription

27 Nov 2025

You can upgrade the subscription yourself whenever you want. It's quick and easy and can be done directly in the shop. Upgrade from GO to PLUS, or GO/PLUS to PRO.Here's what you do:1) Log in as usual (must be done by the shop owner)2) Click on your name in the top right corner3) Click on My subscription4) Click Switch to this package for the subscription you want to switch to. When a green box appears around the package, you have selected it:5) Go to the bottom of the page and select Proceed to payment6) Extend as usual by choosing card or invoice**You now pay the difference between e.g. PLUS & PRO, and only for the period, you have left of your current subscription.Done!To downgrade a subscription, i.e. change from e.g. PLUS to GO, please contact customer service.If you have problems renewing a subscription, check that your profile contains both company name and VAT number, then try again.

Search Engine Optimisation

27 Nov 2025

What is Search Engine Optimization? Search Engine Optimization is the method by which you can make your website more visible to search engines (like Google, Bing etc.) which shares the relevant result to everyone online in their Search Engine Result Pages (SERPs). It not only improves your website ranking but also the user experience based on the various aspects it covers. The better your SEO, the higher the chance that search engines will rank your website and show it on their search pages. This in turn will increase the organic traffic to your website.Now let's clarify, “Organic Traffic”. There are two ways by which you can get traffic to your website:Paid Ads: This is the method by which you run ads via Google, Facebook etc.These are the results that show up on the top of the “Search Engine Result Pages” (SERP) with the tags “Ad, Sponsored” etc., The result here is almost immediate and you can see your Ads in the search pages and revenue as soon as possible.Organic Traffic: This is the method by which you can make your website show on the “Search Engine Result Pages” without spending money. The result is not immediate and also requires constant effort in creating high quality content and optimizing the website to improve the ranking. It might take at least a couple of months before you could see the actual result.So, that is why SEO is the best way to improve your website organic traffic. Unlike paid ads, SEO is a constant effort that you put in periodically to improve and keep up with the trends. There are multiple aspects to SEO like optimizing the website for keywords, high quality content, website speed etc.In a nutshell, SEO is not only about making your website visible to search engines but also about optimizing it to rank as highly as possible among your competitors.Coming down to the technicalities:What is a Keyword?In simple words, keywords are the words or phrases that people use on the search page to find what they need. They could be as simple as searching "Buy Camera" to more specific questions or phrases like "What is the best camera for wildlife and nature photography."Understanding these search terms for your website is one of the most important parts of the SEO building process. Including these relevant keywords in your content will attract more visitors/potential buyers to your website.The keyword "buy camera" might seem simple, but it might have high competition among your competitors. So, it's not as easy as it seems to rank with this keyword alone. That's when other factors like high-quality content, relevance, and others come into play, such as adding a blog post or a description saying "...that's why this product is one of the best cameras for wildlife and nature photography."But make sure not to overdo the keywords, as search engines might rank you negatively if you don't play it right.So, on the whole, keywords are like the backbone of your SEO.Now, let's look into some more SEO related concepts that are related to Abicart:Meta TitleMeta DescriptionMeta KeywordsAlt TextImage file namesHeadings (H1->H6)BacklinksMeta Title:What is a meta title?Meta titles, also known as title tags, are like the headlines of your website page that help search engines understand your page and its relevance to the search term at a quick glance.These titles are displayed on the search result page above your website URL and on the browser tab. The more direct and explanatory titles boost the chances of people clicking on your website to read/view more.Can I see how well my Meta Title performs?Yes, you can. You can measure it via the term called Click-through rate. This ratio of how many times your webpage is shown in the search results to how many times it has been clicked gives you the information known as the Click-Through Rate or CTR. The good CTR gives you the information on how well your titles work. You can find the organic data on your click-through rate via tools like “Google Search Console.”In a nutshell, the more relevant title gets ranked higher by the search engines and will be displayed at the top of the search result pages. Always think from a buyer's perspective while writing the titles: what would make you click on your webpage if you were a buyer yourself? Focus only on those words. It is not only for the search engines but for the people.Do you want to add the best Meta Titles? Keep the text short, between 40-60; anything above that will be truncated by Google. Keep it precise and try to insert the best keyword that suits your product here. Be clear and direct about your product name or what it is about. Add your brand name to increase trust.Meta Description:What is a Meta Description?A Meta Description is essentially a summary of your website page. It is used as a snippet shown in the search result page below your website URL. Along with the title, this provides more detailed information about your website page. The more attractive and informative the description, the higher the chance that visitors will click on your website link.For example, if we consider it in a movie context, it is like a trailer for your website page. Even a movie with mixed reviews can have a really good trailer that attracts people to watch the movie, right? Thus, consider your meta description as the trailer; a really good one can easily make people visit your site.Is it necessary to add a Meta Description?Although Google might still use your normal product description or your page's content for search results, the Meta Description gives you more control over what is displayed in the search result. Although it is not a direct ranking factor, it still plays an active role in increasing the page's relevancy and contributing to the quality of the content.Want to write a good meta description?Keep it brief, between 130-150 characters and not more than that.Make it engaging and provide a clear overview of the page content.Write with the mindset of the buyer.Meta KeywordsWhat is a Meta Keyword?A Meta Keyword serves the same purpose as the keyword discussed previously. However, search engines have discontinued the use of "Meta Keywords," primarily due to their misuse. This misuse involved stuffing irrelevant keywords, which led to more irrelevant search results.Therefore, it is always best practice to include the relevant keywords organically within your content rather than adding them as Meta Keywords. Search engines will only consider Meta Keywords when they align with the content and will ignore them otherwise.Hence, it is advisable to avoid relying on this feature.Alt TextAlt text, also known as alternate text, serves as a description of your images. It is very important for two main aspects: 1) Accessibility and 2) Search Engine Optimization.Accessibility: Alt text helps visually impaired individuals who rely on screen readers to understand the content of an image. This is the most important feature of this option.SEO: Search engines interpret your website based on text, which includes images. Alt text enhances this process, making it easier for Google to index and rank your webshop higher.Tips for writing a good Alt Text:Be as descriptive as possible about the image.Keep it within the text limit of 120-150 characters for optimal result.Compliance Note: Alt text is a critical requirement according to “The new EU Accessibility Directive (Directive (EU) 2016/2102),” which mandates that all public sector websites and mobile apps provide accessible content for all users.Image file names:File names, similar to alt text, are crucial for search engines in providing additional information about the images that could enhance your SEO.Search engines like Google and Bing use image file names (along with alt text) to understand the content of an image. This helps them index the image accurately and show relevant images under the "images" section of the search results. Images are another organic method to increase traffic to your website. For example, if your website has an image with a file named "Magnesium_supplement_325mg.jpg", it is more likely to appear in searches for "Magnesium Supplements" compared to an image named "IMG1234.jpg".Tips for Writing Best File Names:Use descriptive keywords that reflect the content of the image, as in the example above.Keep it under 4-6 words.Separate words with hyphens (-) or underscores (_) instead of spaces.Avoid using non-descriptive file names like "IMG234".Avoid using special characters in file names.Remember, images are as important to your website as your content is.Headings (H1-H6)Headings are also one of the important parts of SEO that also contribute to the user experience. It helps you write well-structured content that visitors get an overall idea of what the content is about, making it easy to read and navigate.For example, consider a newspaper: the headlines capture your attention, and the subheadings give you an overall idea of what is happening in the content, keeping you engaged and looking forward to reading about it, right? Similarly in the website, the headline is the H1, and the subheadings are H2-H6.Headings H1 to H6 hold different values, and all these are considered as potential keywords by search engines. They give an overall idea of the flow of information while indexing and help your website come up in the search result if the relevant words are used in searching.Tips:This is one of the best places to use your keywords strategically.H1: The main title of your page should be H1. This should give an idea of what the page is about at a glance. There should be only one H1 per page.H2-H3: These are subheadings to the H1; they should be used correctly, as too many of them could negatively affect your SEO. You can use only 4-5 H2s, but there are no limitations on the usage of H3. However, use it wisely, as these are considered keywords by search engines. H4-H6: These are for breaking down the content of your page further into subtopics. There is no particular limit on the usage of these headings.Backlinks:Backlinks are one of the most important factors in your SEO ranking. In simple terms, it means linking your website page from another website. Imagine another website mentions you in their blog post and includes a link to your webpage within the content. Clicking this link takes visitors to your website. This is called backlinking.It is important for increasing the trustworthiness of your website. In this section, it's always quality over quantity. Having one backlink from a highly trusted website is better than having multiple backlinks from smaller websites. Backlinks can only be built over time and it's always advisable to focus only on your business niche.Search engines consider where the backlink is coming from and consider it relevant if the content or the website is related to your business. This is how they differentiate the quality vs quantity of backlinks.Always make the backlink look natural in the content, like linking the URL to a relevant word or phrase. The more natural it looks, the more value it holds.

SEO - Where do I put my keywords?

27 Nov 2025

In this section, we'll show you where to put all your search engine optimisation information.Product groups1. Go to Range in the left menu2. Click Product Groups3. Click on the desired product group4. Then click Edit on the right5. At the top of the page, click on the tab Search Engine Optimization. Products1. Go to Range in the left menu2. Click Products3. Click on the desired product4. At the top of the page, click on the tab Search Engine Optimization.To add alt text to your product images, follow the steps below:1. Click on the tab Product Properties, at the top of the page after you enter a product.2. Click Image Settings to expand the text field, "Alternative text".Domain1. Go to Settings in the left menu2. Click Domains and SEO3. Stay on the tab Title and DescriptionSome pages1. Go to Long Pages in the left menu2. Click Yellow Pages3. Click on the page you want to edit4. At the top of the page, click on the Search Engine Optimization tab.To add alt text to the images in Own Pages, follow the steps below:1. Click on the tab Page Properties2. Tap the image to select it3. Then click on the small image sphere - where the arrow is pointing.Fill in your alt text in the "Alternative description" field.Remember!Always finish by clicking Save up in the right corner.

Connect your webshop with Northmill Flo (formerly MoreFlo)

27 Nov 2025

Synchronise the flow of in-store and online sales with the Northmill Flo POS system.The connection to Northmill Flo is included at no extra cost in the PRO subscription if Northmill is your only ERP.Contents- Contents- Important info- Which settings should you choose?- Onboarding - Activate the integration- Troubleshooting- Integration settings- Integration event settings Important infoRules for item numbersUse only letters (a-z), numbers (0-9), hyphens (-) and underscores ( _ ).Many external systems (transport systems, financial and cash register systems, etc.) do not allow certain special characters in the item number. E.g. space, & sign, hash tag, dot, comma, etc. Therefore, avoid using special characters.The following can be synchronized between Abicart and Northmill POS systems:Products* (name, article number, GTIN/EAN = barcode, SKU = SupplierArticleNumber)PricesCustomer recordsStock balance*Product groups and images are not exported.Deleting a product in Abicart will delete the product (and its customer choice variants) in both Abicart and Northmill. If you want to delete a product in Abicart, but keep it in Northmill, you first need to break the sync between the systems. Do this by deletin the product number (art.nr) of the product (and of the customer's choice) >> save. Then proceed to delete the product.  Which settings should you choose? The integration can be set up in several different ways. The biggest question is:- Where do you want to manage your stock balance?Edit inventory balance in AbicartEdit stock balance in NorthmillThe event settings are then based on the choice of inventory management. Read more about the different settings under "Onboarding" and "Integration settings".  Onboarding - How to activate the integration1) Sign an agreement with NorthmillWrite down the username and password, known as API keys, to be entered into Abicart.2) Upgrade your store's subscription to Abicart PRO if you do not already have PRO.3) Contact Abicart support to add the integration under Settings >> External connections if you do not already see "Moreflo" under Settings >> External connections.4) Add the API keys under Settings >> External connections >> Moreflo >> Account settings >> Save.5) Select Inventory management >> Save*Select Abicart or Northmill (Moreflo). Not the "Both" option.6) Set up Sales and Business Income AccountsFill in the VAT rates relevant to your store. Select options from the drop-down list:Item = GoodsService = ServicesFee = ServicesExample: If you only sell products with 25% VAT, select "Goods 25% VAT" for "Item, 25%. If you also sell books, you also select "Goods 6% VAT"."Fees" corresponds to VAT for shipping and must be selected for the integration to work. Here you select "Services 25% VAT.7) SaveSave the settings you have made so far.8) Review the message at the top of the integration pageDoes it say that some products use the same item number?Duplicates are best dealt with immediately. Link to the manual: Fixing your article numbers - Northmill integrationAre there any products with missing item numbers?Products with missing item numbers will not be exported until they get a unique item number. If it is OK that these products are not exported when activating the integration, you can proceed to the next step. If you have time and opportunity, it may be nice to fix all item numbers now, so that all products in Abicart have a unique item number when the integration is activated. 9) Give Abicart and Northmill the same stock balance before you start using the integration. When you activate the integration, it is important that both systems have the same stock balance. If you already have items in both Abicart and Northmill, start with the system whose stock balance best matches your actual stock balance. After the next inventory, update the system you have chosen for inventory management.We recommend correcting the inventory balance in Abicart so that the inventory balance there matches best. To then send the inventory balance Abicart >> Northmill and overwrite any inventory balances in Northmill, do as follows:Export inventory balance Abicart >> Northmill.After the end of the day when the cash register will not be used for 12-24 hours: Activate the integration >> Save >> Select Inventory Management Abicart >> Activate product export >> Go to Initial exports >> Check"Export all products" >> Save >> Wait about 12 hours (12-24 hours if you have many thousands of products).The export needs to be completed before products are sold at the checkout again, otherwise you risk getting a discrepancy in the stock balance after all.When the import is complete, go back into Abicart >> Now you can activate the event setting according to steps 10-11. If you are going to have inventory management Northmill, first change the inventory management, then set the event settings according to steps 10-11 below. Remember to Save. NOTE! If it is the stock balance in Northmill that is most accurate, you can of course export the stock balance from Northmill to a file and import it into Abicart with the usual product import, but if you have products with the customer's choice, it will be a lot of work to customize the export file from Northmill to how the file needs to look for importing the customer's choice in Abicart. There is no setting to "retrieve stock balance NMF>>Abi" via the integration. 10) Read the paragraph about the integration settings/event settings. Make sure you have chosen the right settings and understand the flow of the integration you are about to activate. 11) Enter the correct event settingsThe event settings you choose depend on your choice of inventory management:Inventory Management AbicartSelect Inventory management AbicartEnable Export products when added or changedEnable Import cash receipts (stock changes)Set Scheduled synchronization every hourEnable integration with Northmill inventory managementSelect Northmill inventory managementEnable Export products when adding or modifying themActivate Export order  12) SaveReview all settings >> Save 13) Test the integrationPlace a test order in Abicart & make a test purchase in Northmill:a) Select two products you want to test buy: one in Abicart & one in Northmill.b) Record the item number & stock balance of the product before and after the test purchase so that you can compare and see that the sync works. Copy the example below and fill in the item number and stock balance of the test product:ExampleTest purchase in Abicart Art.no. ABCAbi order number: XStock balance Abicart Before: 10 piecesAfter: 9 pcsStock balance NorthmillBefore: 10 piecesAfter: 9 piecesTest purchase in NorthmillArt. no. CBANMF order number: XStock balance NorthmillBefore: 5 pcsAfter: 4 piecesStock balance AbicartBefore: 5 piecesAfter: 4 piecesc) Buy one product in the webshop - place a test order.d) Buy the second product at the Northmill checkout.e) Wait for 1 hour.f) After 1 hour, check the products' stock balance again - has the product's stock balance been updated correctly in both Abi and NMF?Fill in the test purchase template. TroubleshootingHas the stock balance not been synchronized?- Double-check that the product has exactly the same item number in NMF as in Abi. The item number must not contain any spaces or other special characters.- Does the product have the customer's choice? If so, all variants must have a unique item number.- Has it been 1 hour since the purchase?If everything above looks good, create a case via My Customer Service. Describe the problem and always include the item number / order number as an example. Feel free to include the test purchase notes in the case.  Integration settings Here we go through the integration settings:Settings >> External connections >> Moreflo (Northmill was previously called Moreflo).*If you do not see Moreflo as an option under external connections: Scroll up a bit and follow the list "How to get started".Remember to SAVE with the green button when you change a setting. The settingsActiveTo access all integration settings, check this box >> Save. The synchronization between the systems will only start when you activate the event settings.Account settingsHere you enter the API keys provided by Northmill (Username and password) >> SaveSpecial productsThese fields are automatically filled in. Do not edit manually. Warehouse management (warehouse master)Select the system where you want to manage the products' stock balance:- Abicart or Moreflo (Northmill).*We advise against using "Both". It is always most stable to let one system decide. Sales and business income accountsFill in the VAT rates relevant to your shop. Select the appropriate option from the drop-down list.Item = goodsService = ServicesFee = ServicesExample: If you only sell products with 25% VAT, select "Goods 25% VAT" for "Item, 25%."Fees" corresponds to VAT for shipping and must be selected for the integration to work. Here you select "Services 25% VAT. Initial exports--> Export all productsThis setting is made last of all, if assortments are to be exported (see picture below).*The setting requires that you have "Export products" activated.How to activate the setting:Check the box >> SaveActivate only if you want to send all products Abicart >> Northmill (if you have Abicart as warehouse master, the stock status will also be sent).NOTE! Product information in Northmill will be overwritten with product information from Abicart. Only the article numbers in Abicart and Northmill will be updated. If a product only exists in Abicart, it will be exported + created in Northmill. Part numbers that only exist in Northmill remain untouched. --> Export all customersHow to activate the setting:Check the box >> SaveActivate only if you want to transfer all customers Abicart >> Northmill*The setting requires that you have "Export customer records" enabled. Event settingsExport product when adding/changingActivation = Inactive / Product updated (including stock balance)Run = Inactive / Update directlySwitch to 'Product updated' and 'Update directly to activate the setting.*With this active, products are exported Abicart >> Northmill when added/changed. The setting is recommended to ensure that the customer's choice of products is created correctly. Exporting products Abi >> NMF saves you time by not having to edit the product in two places:The product is uploaded in Abicart with all the info it should have in the webshop. The information that can be exported to Northmill does so (name, item number, price, etc.). The product can then be supplemented with other settings in Northmill, but keep in mind that everything that can be exported via the integration needs to be edited in Abicart and exported to Northmill. For example, if you change the product name in NMF, Abicart will overwrite it the next time the product is exported Abi >> NMF. Export customer listActivation = Inactive / Customer.(changed|created|deleted)Execution = Inactive / Update directly*Keep inactive if you do not want to export Abicart customer records >> Northmill. We recommend starting the integration with this setting inactive. You can always activate it later if you want to synchronize customers. Export orderActivation = Inactive / Order changedExecution = Inactive / Update directly*Activate only for Northmill (Moreflo) stock management Product importsActivation = Inactive / Scheduled activationRun = Inactive / Scheduled (enter chronstring) *Then set e.g. 1 time/hour *Products are imported as individual products. If you have products in Northmill to be posted as customer choices, you cannot import them NMF >> Abicart. Products need to be added in Abicart to end up as Main product with customer choice variants. Either by importing the customer's choices, or by creating them manually in admin. Read more about customer choices here. Importing an order*Used to import orders created manually in Northmill. NOT for importing cash sales. To synchronize stock balance, the setting "Import cash receipts (stock changes)" is used.Activation = Inactive / Scheduled activationRun = Inactive / Scheduled (enter chronstring) *Then set e.g. 1 time/hour Option = Enter the payment method* to be registered for the order import*Create a payment method called e.g. Northmill invoice which will remain inactive in Abicart. It only exists to give the order imported from Northmill a payment method so that the order is created correctly. Importing cash receipts (stock changes)*This setting is only visible in Abicart inventory management.*It is this setting that is activated to synchronize stock balance Northmill >> Abicart during inventory management in Abicart.Activation = Scheduled activationExecution = Scheduled (enter chronstring) *Then set e.g. 1 time/hour Options*Used in specific cases IF you want to import previous receipts (since before the integration was activated). Import all receipts created since - specify time range (7-90 days)Import historical receipts - Check the box to enable >> Save the integration pageNOTE! This setting is used in exceptional cases and with caution.

Enable discount and gift card code input fields at checkout

27 Nov 2025

Do you want to activate the input field for discount and gift voucher codes? Here's how to do it: View >> Themes >> Edit theme >> Checkout >> Activate "Discount Codes & Gift Cards" >> Save  Done!

Integration med Specter

27 Nov 2025

In this article you can read about our new updated connection to the Specter ERP system.What is Specter? Abicart has an integrated connection to the Specter Business Management system. Using a modern, web-based ERP system gives you the freedom to work wherever and whenever you want, on both PC and Mac. NOTE! The integration to Specter is included in Abicart PRO. For the integration to work, all products must have unique product numbers, including the customer's choice (sizes/colors) if used. The product number must not contain special characters such as å, ä, ö, &, %, ¤, #, €, etc. as well as spaces and commas. Instead of spaces, use hyphens, underscores or write the item number together. The base currency of the shop must be SEK. For support or questions about this integration, please contact customer service. Please note that the integration does not support exporting product packages. Activate Specter in the store Go to Settings -> External Connections -> Specter NOTE! When you check "Active", an initial product export Abicart >> Specter will be initiated. This means that products incl. its price will be sent to Specter. If the product does not exist in Specter, it will be created. If it already exists in Specter, it will be updated with product name and price from Abicart. SETTINGS Account settings smbID and md5key are provided by Specter. This is used to verify the Specter account against Textalk Webshop and vice versa. Customer is created Ignore checking email address when creating a new customer This box allows you to select customers to be compared against email address. If there is a customer with the same email address in Specter, the information on this is updated. Ignore social security number when creating a new customer This box allows you to select customers to be compared against person/org no. If there is a customer with the same person/org no. in Specter, the information is updated on this. If both of these fields are filled in, both will be ignored and a new customer will be created in Specter - regardless of whether the customer already exists or not. Orders are exported Send order confirmation to customer from Specter This box allows you to send out order confirmation from Specter. Order confirmation from Textalk Webshop will then not be sent to the customer. Send a copy of order confirmation to administrator in Specter This box allows you as a webshop admin to receive order confirmation from Specter. Order confirmation from Textalk Webshop will then not be sent out to you. Include zero amount for shipping cost If you check this box, a row with zero amount will be sent to Specter if the shipping cost is also zero. Include zero amount for payment fee If you check this box, a row with zero amount will be sent to Specter even if the payment fee for the payment method used for the purchase is zero. Include zero amount for postal advance If you check this box, a row with zero amount will be sent to Specter even if the cost of cash on delivery is zero, if cash on delivery is added as a payment method in the store. Include customer field If you have created your own customer fields in the checkout and want these to follow Specter when exporting orders, this needs to be checked. Export discounts in percent for each order item If you check this box, the discount percentage is sent on each individual item, usually we send over the percentage of the discount for the entire order. Put company name in address line 1 The company name entered by the customer will be added to the Address Line 1 row in Specter. Product number for gift card Enter a unique product number for the payment method "Gift card".Note that this also needs to be entered in Specter separately. Product number for discounts Enter a unique item number for discounts.Note that this also needs to be entered in Specter separately. Product number for gift cards Enter a unique product number for "Fee to be added at checkout when ordering".In Textalk Webshop, this is set on each payment method and means a fee that is added at checkout when the customer chooses a specific payment method.Note that this also needs to be entered in Specter separately. Product number for deliveries Enter a unique product number for the delivery method.Note that this also needs to be entered in Specter separately. Product number for postal advance Please enter a unique product number for the payment method "Cash on delivery".Note that this also needs to be entered in Specter separately. The following image is only an example: Product export Export the EAN code of the products. Order update Update orders with the status from Specter. The order will be marked as paid and shipped in Abicart. Other information Product import settings Contact Abicart customer service to enable product import. The following information can be imported Specter >> Abicart: Art.nr (product number) Product name Product description Price (Regular price or extra price) VAT included Stock balance Price settings EVENT SETTINGS Export order The first list selects whether orders are exported.Inactive - No export is made.Order is registered - Order is automatically exported to Specter when customer places the order.Manual export - Order is exported when you go to the order page in Textalk Webshop and click "Export". In the second drop-down list, select whether to run directly to Specter (Update directly) or not at all (Inactive). When a product is deleted in Abicart, it will also be deleted in Specter Export product when adding/changing In the first list, select whether products should be transferred to Specter (Product changed) or whether products should not be transferred to Specter (inactive).The second list selects whether to run directly to Specter (Update directly) or not at all (Inactive). HOW DOES THE LINK WORK? Export of orders New in this link is that your order number in Specter is displayed on the order in Textalk Webshop. Discounts are sent as separate order lines with minus balances to Specter. Gift cards are also sent as a separate order line, which means that it is possible to see all payment methods on an order in Specter when a customer has paid with a gift card. Order editing and Specter If you edit an order and a product is added or removed, the stock balance will be adjusted automatically in Abicart but not be synced to Specter. You need to change the stock balance manually in Specter. Article export Initial export When all settings are made and the link is activated, an initial export will be made from Textalk Webshop to Specter. All existing items that have unique item numbers will then be exported. If one or more items already exist in Specter, these will be updated with any new information on the item. If one or more items do not have an item number, these will not be exported to Specter. Note that it is not allowed to use spaces in the item number. Existing and new articles If Item Transfer is activated, items are exported to Specter when they are changed in Textalk Webshop. If an item has the same item number in Textalk Webshop and Specter, the item in Specter is updated directly with the new information (price, name, etc.).If there is no item with the same item number in Specter, a new item will be created in Specter. Stock management must be active on items in Textalk Webshop at the first time of export in order for stock to be synchronized from Specter to Textalk Webshop. Connect the delivery methods between the store and Specter To connect the store's delivery methods with Specter, you need to find out the delivery methods' ID numbers. To do this, log in to Textalk and then go to Settings -> Shipping and delivery. Click on the delivery method you want to add to Specter.The delivery method ID number will then appear in the browser's address window on the far right. You then enter this ID number in the "External key" field of the delivery method in Specter. See image below.    

Integration with Unifaun Web-TA

27 Nov 2025

Automatic export of orders to manage and book transports in Unifaun Web-TA.OBS! Unifaun has been replaced by nShift. Integration with Unifaun Web-TA Unifaun Web-TA is a simple and efficient Transport Administration (TA) system. The system is designed to suit most businesses, from the smallest who ship an occasional parcel to those who ship more than a thousand parcels a day. ⚠️ Note: All items must have a weight in order for orders to be exported to Unifaun. You can either enter the weight manually on each item or via import. If you need help, please contact our support. What are the benefits of Unifaun Web-TA? The integration with Unifaun Web-TA simplifies and streamlines the entire booking process. Instead of making bookings in Unifaun Web-TA, you can create the basis directly in Textalk Webshop and the relevant information is then automatically transferred to Unifaun Web-TA. In addition to a simpler booking procedure, this also minimises the risk of manual errors (the "human factor"). Features Postal advance Notification of last pick-up time Support for multiple parcels/packages per shipment Language: English/Swedish Automatic tracking information of parcels to customer Notifications via SMS, e-mail, post or fax (depending on carrier) How do I join the service? Click here to order the service. If you have any questions or need help with registration, the easiest way is to call Unifaun directly: 08 729 88 50. Activation of the service As soon as you are connected to the service, you will be sent login details and integration settings. You will need to enter these details in the Textalk Webshop-admin administration interface: Go to "Settings → External connections → Unifaun Web-TA".Tick the Active box and fill in the data provided by Unifaun Web-TA. Templates This field only needs to be filled in if a custom template has been created in Unifaun Web-TA. If you have created a template, enter the same name as the template in Unifaun Web-TA. It will then be available under "Delivery methods". Please note that the name must be the same as in Unifaun Web-TA. Each delivery method can be linked to its own template. Activate the settings of the delivery method Once activated, the integration should work fully automatically. You therefore need to link it to your delivery methods. You will probably have different settings depending on which delivery method the customer chooses. For example, if you offer an option where the customer can pick up the order in person, Unifaun Web-TA should not be used. Go to "Settings → Shipping and delivery" and click on the delivery method, then scroll down to "Event settings Unifaun Web-TA". Export order Select when the order should be exported to Unifaun: When the order is placed When it is marked as paid Manually (export button on the order) If "inactive" is selected, Unifaun integration is not active for this delivery method. The "Run" field should always be set to "Update directly".

Mailchimp: Add Mailchimp to your store

27 Nov 2025

Mailchimp is a program for sending out newsletters. You tailor your newsletters and reach out to your customers while building opportunities for a long-term relationships.The integration with Mailchimp is included at no extra cost in the Abicart Plus and Pro subscriptions.What does Mailchimp cost?Mailchimp is free of charge for up to 500 subscribers and if you send less than 1000 emails per month. If you have more subscribers, you can read more about the costs here. How do I get Mailchimp?First, create an account with Mailchimp.Then you need to create a "list" in Mailchimp. The list is needed for the link to be activated, but it does not need to contain any subscribers at this stage.Activate MailchimpEnter your company detailsSettings -> Store information -> Store information / Company information.To ensure that the mailings come from a secure source and are not classified as spam, certain store details are mandatory, in accordance with Mailchimp's rules.The following information is mandatory:E-mail addressAddress line 1LocationPostal codeCountryConnect your store to MailchimpGo to Settings -> External Connections -> Mailchimp.Click on "Connect to Mailchimp" and fill in your Mailchimp login. If the login is correct, you will now see "Connected to Mailchimp account, [Store name].Underneath, a box with "Store settings" will appear. Select language and currency.Event settingsYou then need to make some settings for what to export to Mailchimp. The settings you can choose are "Activation" and "Run". Activation - If you do not want to export this property, select "Inactive". Otherwise, select "xxx modified". Execution - This is controlled by the setting above and should always be set to "Update immediately". Export customer listNew customers and customer card updates in the store's customer register are exported to Mailchimp. Export product listNew products and item updates are exported to Mailchimp. Export orderNew orders and changes to orders are exported to Mailchimp. Start the initial export by editing an active product and waiting for a hit. The products and/or customers are exported according to the event settings from Abicart >> Mailchimp.How does the export work?If something changes on a product, order, or on a customer card in the store, the export will be activated and sent directly to Mailchimp. Note that orders are transferred as soon as you have a new (completed) order or when an order changes by being marked as shipped, paid, or if it is canceled. Previously placed orders will therefore not be transferred unless one of the above changes is made. Once the export is complete, you can get started with Mailchimp and start sending newsletters!See the "Create a Campaign" section of Mailchimp's Getting Started Guide for more details on how to do this.Start the initial export by editing an active product and waiting for a beat. The products and/or customers will be exported according to the event settings from Abicart >> MailchimpIf the integration is active when adding new lists in Mailchimp, you will need to contact customer service to restart the integration. After restarting, the new lists will be available in admin.

Create custom pages

27 Nov 2025

You can easily create information pages in Abicart that can contain text, images, products, videos, etc. For example, "About the company", "Find the store", etc.Standards pagesWhen you start your shop, these six standard pages are created. These pages cannot be removed, but some can be hidden if desired.The following are Abicart's standard pages:Extra prices - A page that automatically displays all products that have an extra price.News - A page that automatically displays all products that are marked as news.Terms & Info - A page where you specify the store's terms of use.Note! Some payment methods require this page to be active for the payment methods to work. It must not be hidden.Page not found (also called 404 page) - A page that you get to if you have browsed to an old page that no longer exists. There is a standard text with information on the page that can be adapted to your needs.Search page - If the customer uses the store's search function, they will be taken to this page.Contact form - A page containing a contact form where customers can easily contact the store. There are five predefined fields, "Your name", "Your email address", "Your phone number (optional)", "Case" and "Message".How do I create my own page?Go to Own pages -> New page. At the top you will see a field with two properties, Page Name and Hide.Page Name - Here you enter the name of the page. In our example, we call the page "About the shop".Hide Page - Here you select whether the page should be hidden or not. Check to hide the page.Insert content on the pageUnder the field there is a new heading called "Add here" and to the right of it there are five buttons:Product Group Table - A showcase that displays product groups (categories).Product List - A display window that shows products in a list.Product Table - A display window that shows products in a table.Full Width Product - A display window showing a product.Optional text/image - A shop window where you can insert texts, images, embed videos (YouTube) etc.Please note that if you create a table and/or insert an image in "Optional text/image", you need to be careful about how the width of these items is specified. If you specify fixed pixel dimensions, the page may be too wide and will not be responsive. Visitors may need to scroll sideways on smaller screens. Further down in the article there are instructions on how to make images and tables responsive.F.A.Q. - Frequently asked questions and answersQ: I created my own page, but it doesn't show up in the store?S: Own pages do not automatically appear in the menu, you have to add a link to the page in the theme. See the "Linking to a custom page" section in the manual.Q: I have created a custom page but it is too wide on mobiles, visitors have to scroll sideways to see the whole page. Why?S: Probably there is an image or a script where there are fixed specified pixel measurements as width. In images, you should remove the HTML code completely for width and height. In tables and scripts, you need to change the width to 100% instead to specify a fixed dimension.ExamplesImagesAbove the large text box found in "Optional text/image" is a toolbar containing two rows of icons. Click on the icon on the far right of the top row, which looks like this:<>You will then see the HTML code and it should look something like this:It's the "width" and "height" code that you need to remove to make the page responsive again.When the code is correctly corrected, it looks something like this:Save.Tables / scriptA table and script look a bit different but there is usually always a width and height included in the code. Here is an example of a table that has four columns and three rows:If we take a look at the code (click on the icon in the toolbar, on the far right of the top line which looks like this: <>):We then see that on the top row, the entire width of the table is set to 1500 px. Then each column also has a fixed value of 250 px. We need to change this to percentage values so that the table is responsive.In this example, it's pretty simple. We change the width to 100% and then it will cover the entire center bar of the store. Then we have to do some math in our heads and figure out what 100 / 4 is. The answer is 25 and then we need to set 25% as the width of all four columns.We adjust the code and, then it will look something like this when we're done:Don't forget to save. Now this table is responsive and will fit on all screens, even the small ones.Search engine optimisation of your own contentSearch engine optimisation is about improving a website to increase its visibility in search engine results. This means making the site easy to navigate, load quickly and contain relevant and unique content. By following good search engine optimisation practices, a website can become more visible to search engines and thus increase its chances of being found by users.Using semantically correct HTML is an important part of search engine optimisation because it helps search engines understand the content of a website and its relevance to different keywords. Here are some tips for using HTML tags such as title, h1, h2 and other semantically correct tags to improve your website:Use the title tag to give your website a unique and descriptive title. This title will appear in the search results and should be short and relevant to the content of your website.Use the h1 tag to highlight your site's main heading. This heading should be clear and relevant to the content of your website and is often used by search engines as an indication of what the website is about.Use h2 tags to highlight smaller headings on your site, such as subheadings or subheadings. These headings should also be clear and relevant to the content of your site.Use other semantically correct HTML tags such as p, ul, ol, li and strong to mark different types of content on your site. These tags help search engines understand the structure and meaning of the content on your site.By using these HTML tags in a semantically correct way, you can help search engines better understand and index the content of your website, which can increase your visibility in search results.

Customers / Customer register

27 Nov 2025

When a visitor creates a customer account or signs up for a newsletter, the customer is added to the customer register. As a store owner, you can edit the customer information, view the customers' previous orders, place them in one or more customer groups, etc. Customers who do not register but shop as guests are not included in the customer register. All customer information is in the order, but not in the customer register.How to deal with customersGo to Customers -> CustomersIn the top block, you can search for customers by customer number, name, company, etc. and filter by customer groups, countries and whether they want newsletters.Create a new customer from the administrationClick on "+New customer" in the top right corner. The customer is added automatically and you will immediately be able to edit the customer information.ID - The customer gets an ID that is assigned automatically. It cannot be changed.Created - Date showing when the customer was created.Modified - Date showing when the customer account was last modified.Own customer number - If your customers should have their own customer number series, there is an option to enter a separate customer number for each customer.Username - For a customer to be able to log in and access their "own pages" they must have a username and password. Usernames added here can be changed afterwards.Password - For a customer to be able to log in and access their "own pages" they must have a username and password.Approved buyer - If a logged-in customer is to be able to shop in the store, this box must be checked:Want newsletter s - When sending a newsletter (Customers → Newsletters), you can choose to send to all customers who want newsletters. The system will assume this setting.Store notes - A field for your own notes about the customer.Note that when you create a customer manually in admin, no automatic email is sent to the customer with login details. You must inform the customer to go to the store and click on "forgotten password" when logging in and enter the e-mail address. Then they will receive an email where they can create their own password.See customers' previous ordersGo to Customers -> Customer register -> Click on the customer name to access the customer card:At the top right of the customer card you can click on "List orders". If the customer has placed any orders, these will be shown in the order list.Delete customersGo to Customers -> Customer registerIn the list of customers, there is a trash can icon at the far right of each customer. Click on it and the customer will be deleted.Export customersTo export all customers to a file, click on the "Export" button. The file can be exported in several different formats, the format used is controlled by the store's export settings (Settings -> General -> Export settings).

Product monitoring

27 Nov 2025

Did your customers miss the chance to buy a popular product because it was temporarily out of stock? This feature will keep your customers updated and make sure they don't miss out when their favorite products are available again. Read on to easily activate Product Watch and make your customers happy!Product monitoring is included at no extra cost in Abicart Pro.Product monitoring is a feature that allows your customers to monitor products that are temporarily out of stock. When the product is available again, the customer receives a reminder by email. How to activate product monitoring in your webshop:Go to Assortment >> Settings >> Product monitoring >> Check the box >> Save (See image below).Go in Appearance >> Themes >> Edit the theme >> Product page >> "Product monitoring" >> Click Activate >> SaveEdit the product >> Go to Inventory Management >> Check the box "Allow your visitors to monitor out-of-stock products" >> Click Save in the top right corner.*Can also be activated via product import.Now that the feature is enabled, the buy button will be replaced with a "Watch" button when a product is out of stock. The customer can easily monitor the product by entering their email address. When the product is back in stock, an automatic email will be sent to everyone who has watched the product.Please note that products with the settings "Allow orders even if out of stock" or "Hide product if out of stock" cannot be monitored. Also, only the main product can be monitored, not individual customer choices such as sizes or colors.To keep track of all watches, you can go to Orders >> Product watches in Abicart admin.Product Watch is included in Abicart Plus and Pro plans, so if you're not already using this customer-friendly feature, it's time to give it a try! With Product Monitoring, you can ensure that your customers are always informed about their favorite products and that they return to shop in your webshop.

Swedbank Pay Checkout

27 Nov 2025

Here you will find information about the payment service Swedbank Pay Checkout.What is Swedbank pay?Swedbank pay is a checkout solution where the customer can choose how to pay for the purchase. The payment methods the customer can choose from are:CardSwishCredit cardInvoiceTo make the customer experience smoother, it is possible for customers to save their details at the checkout so that these do not need to be filled in the next time they make a purchase with Swedbank pay.What does it cost to use Swedbank pay?As an Abicart user, you can take advantage of Swedbank's special agreement designed for Abicart users. There are no fixed fees, only transaction fees. The cost is:1,8%How do I apply for Swedbank pay?You apply for Swedbank pay from the store's admin, under the Dashboard tab you will find an application form for the payment service. From there you will be redirected to Swedbank's application page where you fill in your company details to complete the agreement.After Swedbank has reviewed and approved the application, you will receive an email with instructions on how to access Swedbank's own portal and information that needs to be entered into the webshop. In the email there will be a Merchant ID and a Merchant Token, copy these and go to Settings>Payment methods in the store. Click on "Add a new payment method" and select Swedbank Pay Checkout from the list, then paste the information and mark the payment method as "Active".Add Swedbank Pay in the storeGo to Settings -> Payment methods -> Add new payment method. Select "Swedbank Pay" in the list and then click "Add". (If Swedbank Pay is not available in the list, contact support and we will activate it for you. )You will then be taken to the settings page.StatusActiveCheck the box to activate and make the payment method visible in the store.DefaultA setting to make the payment method default in the checkout.Make available only to those customers or customer groups where I specify it.If you do not want all customers to be able to use this payment method, you can disable it for non-logged-in customers through this setting. You then go to the respective customer group to activate the payment method there. Available for customer typeYou can set the payment method to be available only for one customer type or all. Require buyer to enter personal/organization numberCheck to make the personal/organization number mandatory at checkout.Send payment status confirmation to store ownerA setting to enable a separate payment status email for this payment method to be sent to the shop owner.Turn off the purchase of gift card products with this payment methodEnable a setting to prevent the gift card product type from being purchased with this payment method.AccountThe next block contains fields for Swedbank Pays data found in the Swedbank portal.Merchant ID - Your ID given to you by Swedbank Pay.Merchant token - Information given to you by Swedbank Pay.Test mode - Activate for test mode Name and DescriptionNameEach payment method has a name that will be displayed in the checkout but if you want to modify this, you can enter a new name in this field. An optional field that can be left blank.Detailed descriptionA field to enter a text that informs the buyer about how the payment method works. Can be left empty.CurrenciesIf you have several active currencies in your shop, you can limit these for each payment method. The default setting is "All active currencies in the shop", but if you check "Specific currencies", all active currencies are displayed and you can choose to disable those that should not apply to this payment method.CountriesThe default setting of the payment method is that it applies to all countries to which the shop offers delivery (Settings -> Shipping). If you want to limit a payment method to only certain countries, you can check "Specific countries" and then specify the countries that can use this payment method. Order statusIf you want orders placed via this payment method to have a specific order status, you can enter it here. Select the status from the list. Restriction on the order totalA setting to limit the amount that a payment method can handle. If you choose to limit the amount between two intervals, it is always the total order value including shipping and other fees. Fee added at checkout when placing an orderA function to add an additional fee to the purchase, such as a handling fee.Order managementEvery time you receive an order via Swedbank pay, you need to activate the order when you send it to the customer. Go to the order in the store's order list, in the box "Perform actions", make sure that the checkbox "Debit (Swedbank pay checkout)" is checked and then click on the button "Perform selected actions".When this is done, the order is activated at Swedbank and the customer is debited.You can also activate the order in the order list. To do this, click on the icon with a lightning bolt at the far right.

Currency

27 Nov 2025

Activate multiple currencies, link currencies to each other, automatically updated exchange rates. How do currencies work in Abicart? All shops must have at least one currency for everything to work. If you have multiple currencies, you choose one currency as your base currency. How many currencies can I have in my shop? We support around 30 different currencies (SEK, EUR, USD, GBP and NOK are the most popular) and there is no limit to the number of currencies you can use. See a list of currencies hereMake sure that the payment methods you use in the shop support the shop's active currencies. Contact the respective payment company to find out which currencies are supported.How do I set the currencies?Go to Settings -> CurrenciesBy default, SEK is already enabled in the store and is displayed as a separate block. The name of the currency is on the left. In the middle there are three icons:A house - shows that this is the shop's current base currencyAn eye - Shows that the currency is visible in the shop.An open padlock - This shows that the currency is manual and not locked to another currency.To the right of the block is an icon with an arrow, click on it and the whole SEK block will fold out. Here you can see the settings for the points we went through above. Settings for a base currency, visible/hidden, and manual/locked. If you only have one currency activated, you don't need to make any settings here, everything is already set correctly. Enable multiple currenciesUnder Settings -> Currencies there is a block at the top titled "Currency settings". There is a list of all supported currencies. In this example, we already have SEK as the base currency and we add EUR as a second currency. Select "EUR: Euro" from the list and then click on "Add".  The currency is now displayed in a separate block below the base currency that is prepended. The following settings are available: EuroThe name of the currency is displayed as well as a link, "Set as default". If you want to use this currency as the base currency (instead of SEK which is already the base currency), click on the link. ActivationBy default, all new currencies you add are hidden. This is so that you can add prices for all products, shipping costs, etc. In order for the currency to be visible in the shop and to be used, you must tick the "Visible" box." Remove this currencyAll currencies that are not base currencies have a link called "Delete this currency". It simply deletes the currency from the store. Pricing If you have multiple currencies there are two ways to set prices, manual or convert. The base currency is always "manual" which means that you have to enter specific prices for all products, shipping costs, etc. By converting prices, you link the currency to the base currency or another manual currency and do not have to enter prices manually for all products in the new currency. In this example, we want to link EUR to SEK. We select "Convert prices" and two new settings appear on the right. Currency exchangeHere a list of all manual currencies is shown and you can choose a currency to which you want to link this currency. In our example, we have only SEK as manual currency and it is already selected. RoundingHere is a function where you can choose to round the prices after they have been converted from the selected currency. Whole numbers, tens, hundreds, or no rounding.This will not work with manual currency Manual or automatic exchange rate?On the right-hand side of the top block of the page are the settings for "Manage exchange rates". The exchange rate is automatically updated dailyThis option allows the European Central Bank to automatically update the currencies every day according to the current exchange rate. Set the exchange rate manually for each currencyThis setting allows you to set your own exchange rate for each pegged currency. Keep in mind that currencies can rise and fall quickly, so if you have manually set exchange rates, you must keep track of the current rates and adjust them manually at regular intervals. Otherwise, there is a risk of having rates that are too low or too high. We recommend using the "Exchange rate automatically updated daily" setting to prevent this.

Languages

27 Nov 2025

Enable and manage multiple languages in the store. How do languages work in Abicart? When you start the demo shop, there is one language active and it is Swedish. If you want to have more languages in the shop, you can easily activate this under Settings -> Languages. What should I keep in mind when activating multiple languages? Standard words and phrases in for example the checkout are already translated but keep in mind that all products, product groups, custom content and themes need to be translated. You can do this manually or via import. More on this later in this article.Short film: enable multiple languages in your webshopEnable multiple languagesGo to Settings -> Languages.In the "Language settings" block there is a list of all languages. Select the language you want to add and click "Add", for example English.There is now a new block under English called "ENG: English". The language is hidden by default and the reason is to be able to translate the language before it is activated. There are also some other settings you can make:» Ange som standardActivationChoose to activate and hide the language. If hidden is selected, only the language is shown in admin.Do not activate a new language until all products, product groups, custom pages and the theme have been translated.Default currencySelect a default currency for the selected language." Delete this languageA link to delete the language. All translations for this language will be deleted if you delete the language.If you activate a new language and do not translate all products, the product will still be displayed but the name and description will be empty. You cannot therefore exclude certain products in a particular language but all products will be displayed in all languages.Use export and import to translate a new languageIf you have a lot of texts to be translated, it may be easier to do this in Excel than to go through the pages manually one-by-one in the administration. Then you can export a text file with the product ID and the base language and then enter the translations in a third column.Go to Settings -> Languages -> "Export" tab.Here are some selections you need to make before the file can be exported.Which language do you want to translate from?If you have the shop in Swedish and want to add English as a new language, select "Swedish (base language)" here. Then the Swedish texts will be displayed in a column in the file so that you can easily see which text will be translated into English.Which file format do you prefer?Here you have to choose which format the file should be exported to. There are three different ones to choose from:CSV - This is the most common format for a text file and can be opened in any spreadsheet program and works on Windows, Mac and most other operating systems.ODS - If you use the free Libre Office (or Open Office) software, you can choose this format.XLSX - If you use Excel, choose this format.If you are sending your texts for translation to a translation company, you should choose CSV as the format. If you are translating the texts yourself and use Excel as your spreadsheet, choose XLSX as the format.What data do you want to include?Select the different properties of the store that you want to translate. If you have several different themes, you can choose between all of them at the bottom. By default, the active theme is exported.Then click on the export button and save the file on your computer.What does the file look like and how do I translate?Once you have exported a file and opened it in Excel (or whatever spreadsheet program you use), the file should look something like this.It contains three columns:KeyThis is the ID number that identifies the text. The text in this column must not be changed.ContentColumn B contains the basic language texts. These are the texts to be translated.TranslationIn column C you enter the translation of the texts in column B (content).Once the translation column has been translated, save the file.Importing translationsOnce you have translated a file, you can import it under Settings -> Language -> Import. There is a choice to be made here first.Choose language to importIf you have translated English and want to import it as a new language, you must first add the language under Settings -> Language (it may still be hidden). Then select the language from the list here.Select the file you want to importSelect the file with the translation from your computer and then click on the import button in the top right corner.Then just wait for the import to finish.

Pricing files

27 Nov 2025

Price file (product feed) to various price comparison services such as Prisjakt, Pricerunner, Ciao, Kelkoo and Prisvis.What is a price file?To list your products on external sites, such as price comparison sites, you need a product file (or product feed) that you upload to the external site. These price files can vary a bit but are usually text files (CSV) or XML files. If it is a product feed, you usually enter a URL to the products.The file/feed contains product information: product name, description, link to product images, price, etc.To access a price file/feed for Google Shopping, Facebook Catalog, and Instagram, an additional service, "Product feed for Google Shopping and Facebook Catalog" is required and can be purchased in the store under "My subscription".Which price files do you support?At the moment we have ready-made solutions for Prisjakt, Pricerunner, Ciao, Kelkoo, and Prisvis. We also have a feed for Google Shopping and Facebook Shopping.Activate price files in the storeGo to Settings -> External links -> Price comparison system.In the "Price comparison sites" box, activate the product feed(s) you want to use by clicking the "ON" button.This will display a URL to the product feed. This URL is then entered into the price comparison system.In the "Settings" box on the right, there are some choices to make.Allow external parties to download price-listsTo make the feeds available, "Yes" must be selected. In the case of "No" the feeds are hidden.General delivery time (if a product is not in stock) *Enter a text with a general delivery time for products that are not in stock. For example "2-5 days"The delivery method to be includedIn order for shipping to be included in the flow, a selection must be made. The list shows all the delivery methods of the shop as well as "Cheapest". Depending on the possible weight ranges of the delivery methods, the shipping fee can be dynamic. Please note that delivery methods with a weight limit may cause products outside their range not to appear in the price file.Other language or currency in the price fileThe URL displayed in the price file is based on the store's base language and the currency associated with that language. You can change the URL to show a different language, currency, etc. by adding different parameters to the URL.Parameterslang=xx - Swedish (1), English (2), Norsk (3), Deutsch (4), Dansk (5), Suomi (6)currency=xx - SEK (14), EUR (1), GBP (3), DKK (41), NOK (118)p (type of price file) - Ciao (6), Gula Priserna (4), Kelkoo (2), Pricerunner (3), Prisjakt (1), Prisvis (5), Spara30 (7)id=xxxx (store ID number)country (for delivery)shipmentMethod (delivery method)http://shop.textalk.se/pricefile/pricefile.php?id=xxxx&p=x&lang=xx&currency=xxExample of price file for Prisjakt, language: Danish, currency: DKKhttp://shop.textalk.se/pricefile/pricefile.php?id=xxxx&p=5&lang=5&currency=41Cache on price filesThe price file has a cache period of 5 hours. When the time has expired, the price file is regenerated on the first call.

Consent to Cookies

27 Nov 2025

Cookies are small data files that are stored in your customer's browser by the website, to keep track of their activities on your pages and save their personal preferences. They can store unique identifiers to recognise your customer's browser and personalise their experience.For information on Google Consent Mode version 2, read more here.Why do we use the cookie consent policy?As a seller, cookies are essential to understand your customers' behavior. This data is important for improving your website and making it more accessible to visitors.Cookies can store different information such as language, currency, etc. They can also track online activity and customize ads accordingly. This helps you create a more personalized experience for each visitor. The data differs for each website and the services used by them.When collecting cookies, it is of course important to respect the visitor's privacy. The cookie consent policy allows your visitors to control the information they share by giving them a choice to accept or reject cookies. No information is sent or tracked until the visitor makes a choice in the cookie policy pop-up window.This means that the visitor must explicitly choose "Accept" for the cookie to collect and track their data. By accepting cookies, their website will resume all normal functions and work as expected without any restrictions. The features restricted by the new behavior are listed below.Once rejected, they can always "accept" it at any time by clicking on the "Cookie icon" in the top right corner of the web page. This will trigger the automatic data collection and the normal cookie function will resume. All pending cookies that are not essential are put back.Those visitors who have already accepted cookies in the old behavior will not be affected by the current change. If they want to reject it, they can do so by clicking on the cookie icon in the top right corner of the page.By default, the website's cookie policy is set to "Reject", i.e. no data is collected or tracked. Because of this, your visitors may notice the following changes on your website when they reject cookies:The favorites list does not work because it is a cookie-based feature. The visitor can mark the product as their favorite, but it will not be stored in the list.The compare button on the product will have limited use. It will show the product comparison, but the product will be removed when it is reloaded."Last visited products" will always be empty unless visitors "accept" the cookie policy. This is because it cannot store this information without a cookie.Facebook Pixel, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager and Google AdWords will not work. It will not collect any data about the user.Google's consent mode gives you an alternative way to still track the required data even if the visitor has rejected cookies.These are, from the visitor's perspective, the main effects of rejecting cookies.If the customer chooses to "Accept" cookies again, all functions will work again. The site will also resume tracking with Google and Facebook Pixel. The tracking will be restarted, and will not remember what the customer did before accepting cookies.What is Google's consent mode?Websites using Google's tools do not collect any information when cookies are rejected. To overcome these data tracking limitations imposed by Google tools, we now support Google Consent Mode. It helps you track the mandatory data while respecting your visitors' choices. You can learn more about Google Consent Mode here.How does it work?With the new Google Consent Mode, if the visitor accepts cookies, the tools will work as usual and get detailed information about visitors' behavior.When consent is active in the store and the visitor has rejected cookie consent, no detailed data will be saved as before. It will only send a ping to Google to tell it whether the specific goal has been achieved or not. Make sure your marketing goals are met while respecting the visitor's consent to cookies.You can enable consent under Appearance >> Themes >> Edit >> Add-ons >> Cookie >> Require consentMore information about custom applications and their cookie consent?This cookie policy will only affect the built-in features. Any custom or 3rd party scripts added manually in the webshop under themes or in other places like the product page, checkout or order confirmation page will not be affected by the visitor's consent to cookies. However, it will be your responsibility for any cookies set by these scripts.If you want to know more about cookies and their functions, please contact support at support@abicart.se.New update:Benefits:Show your custom text to your visitors about the data you collect and your terms and conditions.Customize the pop-up with HTML and CSS.Require cookie consent from your visitors by making the choice mandatory.Google's consent mode still allows you to collect visitor data by respecting their privacy when the cookie is denied by the visitors.The new Facebook cookie consent feature allows the Facebook pixel to track all visitor data and save it until the visitor makes a cookie choice. Then, based on the choice, it will be updated on your Facebook tracking page.Points to remember:This is only available in the latest version of our themes.Facebook Cookie Consent is built-in and does not have an explicit setting like Google Consent.The statistics will change when cookies are turned off by default, until the visitor makes an active choice and accepts cookies.If the visitor rejects the cookie, the Facebook cookie consent will not send the saved information to your pixel tracking page. In other words, if the visitor never gives cookie consent, the Facebook tracking feature will not send any data at all.The statistics will not be affected for those existing visitors who have already accepted cookies before the update. If a buyer has already accepted cookies, this update will not affect their choice of cookies and will continue to collect their data.The reason is that a website should only collect cookies from users after they have given their explicit consent to the specific purposes of use. Until then, it is thus mandatory to turn them off in accordance with the legal requirements. It is their choice to choose what information they want to share. This also complies with the rules of other services, such as Google Ads.The new cookie policy is only available in the latest version of our themes, so it's time to upgrade your theme to access this new feature.What are the new settings?We have divided the cookie settings into two parts: General and Advanced.General - Here you can control the customization and selection of general cookie settings.Advanced - Here you can turn on or off the cookie policy pop-up in this section. But it is at your own riskRequest consent: This makes the selection of cookies mandatory. When a new visitor arrives on your website, the pop-up will be placed in the center of the website. (Like newsletters and other pop-ups. The visitor must make an active choice to explore the site. They can close it without making a choice, but with each button click it will keep popping back up until they make an active choice.This cookie pop-up will not affect other pop-ups such as newsletters, visitor type (business or individual).Cookie text:You can add your own content, design your layout (HTML + CSS), add images, videos and other customization.The cookie field text will have a fixed mandatory text for the "Terms of Use" page. It is built-in and cannot be deleted. But it can be customized with CSS.You can enter the HTML customization under the (<>) icon and the corresponding CSS under Style >> Custom CSS in the theme.Abicart mandatory cookies:Abicart has a number of cookies that are required for the site to work. These are as follows:SERVERID: Indicates which of our API servers the requests should go to.theme_id: Specifies the theme to use when loading the store. This is mostly used during theme preview.diversity_twssessid_{Webshop UID}: Specifies the session ID of the current visitor. The last part of the cookie name is the web shop ID. If this cookie is deleted and the user has an active shopping cart, the content will be emptied unless the session ID is retrieved again. Logged-in customers are logged out.twssessid_{Webshop UID}: Same as "diversity_twssessid_{Webshop UID}".diversity_webshop_language: Indicates the language used in the shop.twsApi.Locale.currency: Used to keep track of the currency to be displayed on the website. Without this, the default currency will be displayed the next time the page is refreshed/reloaded.twsCore.pendingShipmentCountry: Indicates the shipping country selected by the visitor. Depending on the country of delivery, the VAT rate on prices may be different. So this cookie makes sure that if the page is reloaded in any way, the shop will still show the same price.cookie_accepted: Saves the choice for cookie consent. 

Customer chat

27 Nov 2025

If you want to give your customers the opportunity to chat with you directly in the store, you can add a customer chat to the store's theme.Activate customer chat in the themeGo to Appearance -> Themes -> select theme, edit -> tab "Add-on" -> Customer chatClick "+Add to block" to see which customer chats we support:Here you can read more about how the different services work and what they cost:ZopimImBoxChatlioTawkOlarkLivechatYou sign up/register with the various providers outside Abicart. Then you put the code you get from the provider (e.g. Zopim) into the theme.Click on the block to access the settings:. ..and insert the code you received from the chat provider:Click "Done" and save.In this case, the chat (Zopim) appears in the lower right corner of all pages in the store.In this example, click on it to unfold it and start chatting:

Footer

27 Nov 2025

The footer in your shop is the block at the bottom that follows whatever page the visitor is on in the webshop. Here we'll go through what settings can be made there, how to add text and images, or links to social media.The footer consists of four different fields where you can select and add different content to each field.Your own HTML/Custom content:In all the fields in the footer you can add your own content:You can add your own text/image, your own links, or images of your payment methods.Click on the small icon "insert/edit image" to upload an image:Address:In the leftmost field it is possible to activate ready-made fields where you can enter the address and contact details of your company.Social media icons:In the two fields on the right you can add icons and links to Social Media sites. There is a selection of icons to choose from and you can add the link to your Facebook or Instagram, the logo then becomes a link to your page.Payment method information for Klarna Checkout:If you use Klarna Checkout as your payment method, you can activate a logo in the footer for Klarna. This can be done in the rightmost field.

Customer's choice (sizes and colors)

27 Nov 2025

If you have products where the customer has to make certain choices, such as choosing a colour or size, you use the function called customer choice.What is the customer's choice?There are two different types of customer choice, "option" and "optional text". The option creates a list of choices for the buyer, such as sizes and colors.The "optional text" is a text field where the buyer enters a text. For example, if you are selling a printed sweater, the buyer can enter the text for the print in the text box.Why use customer choice?If you sell products that come in many different varieties, it may be easier to have one item with different choices than to have 20 almost identical items. The choices are presented as a drop-down list (options) or a bulleted list (variants) on the item page, allowing the buyer to easily select a color and/or size of the item and then add it to the shopping basket. Another advantage of creating customer choices is that the filter function works in combination with it. You can then select a color and/or size on a category page and it will list all items that have that size in stock.Example options:Example variants:Create customer choiceGo to Assortment -> Articles -> select an article, edit -> tab "Customer's choice". Click on the link "Add choice". This will open a box on the right where you can make several choices. NameEnter a name for the option, for example, Size or Colour. In our example, we are going to create a color with three choices, so we enter "Colour" as the name. Mandatory (must be selected by the customer)Should the field be mandatory or optional for the buyer? In our example, the buyer must choose a color so we check this box. Any price impact is applied before multiplying the price by the numeric text fields that affect the quantity.If you have an item with a price per square meter, you can create two text fields, one for width and one for height. If you tick this option, the value will be multiplied in these two fields before the price is calculated. In our example, we will not use this so we leave the box unchecked.Own properties (stock balance, article number, image)If you want to be able to specify stock balance, and item number or to be able to link an image to each selection, activate it here. In our example, we want to have a stock balance on the different colors so we tick this box. Create variantsThen we need to create the variants for the customer to choose from. In our example the different colors. Click on the link "Add options". The content of the box changed and now three new headings appear.Name of the optionHere you enter the name of the variant, in our example colors. We enter "Blue" in this box. Price impactIf the choice made by the customer will affect the price, a value can be entered here which will be added to the basic price of the article. In our example, the color choice costs nothing extra so we leave this field blank. Weight impact (grams)If the choice the customer makes will affect the weight, a value can be entered here which is added to the basis weight of the article. In our example, the color choice weighs nothing extra so we leave the field blank. Then we repeat the step and click on " Add options again. We enter a new variant, in our example, we write "Yellow". We repeat the step again and enter "Red". Then we click on the Save button in the top right corner. Now we have created a customer choice with three colors that the buyer can choose on the item. In this view, we can enter the item number for each variant. If you have activated stock management on the article (under the tab Article properties), there are also fields for stock balance at each variant. In order to link different images to the variants, you first need to upload the images under the tab Article properties at "Image". Then a link, "Select image" will appear at the far right of each variant and you can then choose from the uploaded images. Do the variants have to have article numbers?It is not a requirement to use item numbers but if you have an integration to a store or POS system then you must have them for the link between systems to work. Similarly, if you want to easily update stock balances or prices of the variants via an import, each selection must have a unique item number. 

Favorites

27 Nov 2025

Enable visitors to mark and save favourite productsWhat are favorites?It is a feature that allows visitors to mark products as favorites and save them in a list. If the feature is enabled, a heart will appear on each product page. If the visitor clicks on the heart, the product will be saved as a favorite and you can then find all the favorites by clicking on another heart at the top of the shopping basket.We have updated the favorites feature so from today onwards you do not need to be logged in to use the feature. Activate favorites in the themeGo to Appearance -> Themes -> select theme, edit -> Content -> Product page -> Favourites & shopping lists.At "Mark as favorite" select "Enabled" and save.How does it work in the shop?On each product page, an icon with a heart will appear below the product price. If the visitor clicks on the icon, the product will be saved in a favorites list. To see the whole favorites list, click on another icon with a heart at the top of the shopping basket. From the list, the customer can go directly to the product page or add it to the shopping cart. If the product has variants/options or requires file uploading, the customer will not be able to add it to the shopping cart directly but will be redirected to the product page to make the mandatory selections first.

How do I add alt text to a product image?

27 Nov 2025

Adding alt text to your product images is beneficial from an SEO perspective, if the image does not load correctly or if a visually impaired person is in your store using a screen reader or other device.To add alt texts to your products, do the following:Go to "Assortment" and "Products"Click on "Edit" for the productLocate the image for which you want to add information by clicking on the icon with a small arrow.Here you add your alt text and image information.Saving You can add all alt texts per language that you have active in your shop. You can also add a unique file name to each product image.If you don't add your own alt text, this will be created automatically based on the name of the product.The file name must not contain special characters, spaces or å, ä, ö.Adding alt texts to images displayed on productgroup pagesOn these pages, you can add alt text to images in the same field where you upload a new image.Click on upload a new imageEnter the description in the field as shown belowSimilarly, add alt text in any context where you use a HTML block.Alt texts for images displayed on the homepageImages that are used on the home page in shopwindows are uploaded or selected from the file archive. They use the text you enter in the text field as alt text. For example, in the image example below, the text "New in the shop" will be used; if you do not use any text, the alt text will be empty.Images used in slideshows are not currently supported to affect the alt text.

Edit theme (Home page)

27 Nov 2025

Good to know!Settings in themes may differ depending on the theme you have chosen. Add a theme There are currently 8 different themes to choose from, all with different designs.Add the one that suits you best. 1. go to Appearance in the left menu2. click on Themes3. Select the Theme Templates tab4. Add: Select the theme you want to use in your store. Demo: Here you get a glimpse of what the theme might look like.Learn more: Click here to get some extra information about the theme. Under the tab My themes you will find your added themes, this is also where you edit them. Editing a theme You can create copies of a theme. Perfect if you want to experiment, or if you want to have seasonal themes. To edit a theme, click on the pencil on the right. Content of the themes Under the tab Content you choose how each page should look and function in the store. For example, what information your Footer should display or how you want your Menu to function. You create your start page by adding different blocks.You can change the position of the blocks by dragging and moving them. Always finish by clicking on Save Remember to save! Once you have made changes to a tab, you must always save before moving on to the next one. Style Under the tab Style you choose the colors and fonts you want in the store.You also upload your logo and choose how you want the store images to be cropped.If you know CSS, you have the opportunity to add this under Custom CSS.CSS is a code language that we use in Abicart. Tip!When choosing a logo, choose one without a background.Click below for a more detailed description of the logo.Manual - Add and edit your logo Additions Under the tab Add-ons you will find some goodies.This is where you connect analytics tools to the store. You edit functions that are linked to the theme, for example Cookies or Text banner and under Own content in HEAD you can add your own code.