Mal's e-commerce

Mal’s e-commerce integration

Solution that enables entrepreneurs to add a free shopping cart to their website.

Please follow the following steps to integrate with Mal’s e-commerce.

Note: You might need to have a premium account of Mal’s e-commerce to be able to do the integration, unfortunately we can’t do anything about that.

How to integrate PostAffiliatePro with Mal’s e-commerce

Add click tracking script header

navigate to Cart setup > Customize > Header, font and alignment and insert this code to the “Header message“:

<script id="pap_x2s6df8d" src="https://URL_TO_PostAffiliatePro/scripts/trackjs.js" type="text/javascript"></script>

Add click tracking script body

Navigate to Cart setup > Customize > Premium Customize. Insert this code to both “Footer” text fields:

<script type="text/javascript">
PostAffTracker.setAccountId('Account_ID');try {
PostAffTracker.track();
} catch (err) { }
</script>

Add sale tracking code

Navigate to the **_Cart setup > Customize > “Other messages and general settings” _**section. There is “Exit messages” section at the bottom of this page, which contains Secure and Unsecure payments text areas.

Add following code to both of these fields:

<script id="pap_x2s6df8d" src="https://URL_TO_PostAffiliatePro/scripts/trackjs.js" type="text/javascript"></script>
<script type="text/javascript">
PostAffTracker.setAccountId('Account_ID');var sale = PostAffTracker.createSale();
sale.setTotalCost('{sb}');
sale.setOrderID('{id}');

PostAffTracker.register();
</script>

What is Mal’s e-commerce?

Mal’s e-commerce is a hosted shopping cart application that enables businesses to integrate online sales functionality directly into their websites. Through the use of simple links or “Buy Now” buttons, customers can seamlessly purchase items from a business’s web pages. Designed with user-friendliness in mind, Mal’s e-commerce allows businesses and individuals to start selling online quickly, without the need for extensive technical expertise.

Founded in 1998 by Mal Stewart, Mal’s e-commerce began as a solution for selling books and charts related to yachting. Over the years, it evolved into a robust shopping cart service that now supports over 145,000 accounts across 120 countries. Operating with a small, adaptable team based in Europe, the company focuses on catering to the needs of small businesses, offering a reliable and efficient e-commerce platform.

Mal’s e-commerce primarily targets small to medium-sized businesses and individual entrepreneurs seeking a straightforward way to sell online. It’s particularly appealing to those with limited technical expertise or budget constraints. Supporting international sales through multi-currency and multilingual features, Mal’s e-commerce attracts a global audience looking for an accessible and cost-effective e-commerce solution.

Key Features of Mal’s e-commerce

• Simple Integration: Easily add “Buy Now” buttons or links to your website without complex coding.
• Responsive Design: The platform adapts to all devices, ensuring a seamless shopping experience for customers.
• Unlimited Products: Sell an unlimited number of products in various currencies and languages.
• Multiple Payment Gateways: Compatible with numerous payment gateways, including PayPal and Braintree.
• Secure Transactions: SSL security ensures all transactions are protected.
• Affiliate Programs and Discounts: Implement basic affiliate programs and offer discounts to customers.

Pricing Options for Mal’s e-commerce

• Free Version: Offers core functionalities at no cost, ideal for startups and small businesses.
• Premium Version: Priced at $8 per month, it includes additional features like advanced shipping calculations and QuickBooks integration.

User Insights on Mal’s e-commerce

Pros:

• Ease of Use: Integrate and manage your online store without technical hurdles.
• Real-Time Notifications: Receive immediate sales alerts to stay updated on your business.
• Affordable Solution: Low-cost platform suitable for budget-conscious businesses.

Cons:

• Limited Customization: Fewer customization options compared to full-scale e-commerce platforms.
• Support Delays: Occasional delays in customer support and bug fixes.
• Complex Transactions: Some complexity in handling certain types of transactions.

Video Reviews of Mal’s e-commerce

1. Mal’s E-commerce Review 2023: Simple and Efficient Online Store Solution
   An overview and discussion of features.

2. Getting Started with Mal’s E-commerce: A 2023 Guide
   A step-by-step setup tutorial.

Alternatives to Mal’s e-commerce

• Shopify: A full-featured e-commerce platform ideal for comprehensive needs.
  • Visit Shopify
• WooCommerce: A WordPress plugin offering extensive customization options.
  • Visit WooCommerce
• BigCommerce: Suitable for larger, complex online stores with enterprise-grade features.
  • Visit BigCommerce