Shopware

Shopware integration

A complete e-commerce solution, combining a full range of functionality with a masterfully crafted simplistic design suitable for novices and experts.

How to integrate PostAffiliatePro with Shopware

The integration of Shopware is really easy, you only have to use our plugin. The integration automatically adds the click tracking and the sale tracking code to your shopping cart. The plugin works with Shopware versions 5 and 6 (two different plugins, see below).

With the plugin, you can track per-product commissions, discount coupons, and customer emails for Lifetime Commissions.

Download the plugin

The first step is to download the plugin for Shopware 6 or the older Shopware 5 plugin.

Install the plugin

When downloaded, unzip the plugin and upload it to your FTP to your shop directory.

Shopware 6 plugin

Upload the plugin files to the custom/plugins directory.

Shopware 5 plugin

The plugin contains the needed directory structure, so you only have to ‘overwrite‘ the directory engine/.

When uploaded, navigate to your admin panel and install the plugin the same way you do it with any other plugins. Then do not forget to configure it afterward.

What is Shopware?

Shopware is a robust e-commerce platform renowned for its flexibility and scalability. It offers various editions tailored to different business needs, including the Community Edition, Rise, Evolve, and Beyond. Designed to support diverse business models such as B2B (Business-to-Business), B2C (Business-to-Consumer), and D2C (Direct-to-Consumer), Shopware focuses on creating engaging shopping experiences. This is achieved through features like a user-friendly CMS with a drag-and-drop page builder and advanced AI Copilot capabilities.

Shopware’s journey began in the early 2000s in Germany, founded by Stefan and Sebastian Hamann. Initially addressing local computer issues, they identified a gap in the market for effective e-commerce solutions. This led them to develop a bespoke shop system, establishing Shopware as a standard product in the industry. Significant milestones include the launch of the open-source Community Edition in 2010 and major investments in 2022 from Carlyle and PayPal, fueling further growth and innovation.

Shopware caters to businesses of all sizes and sectors, making it an ideal solution for both B2B and B2C models. Its customization and scalability features appeal to sectors requiring a reliable and versatile e-commerce platform. With support for multiple languages and currencies, Shopware facilitates international operations. The platform simplifies e-commerce processes through automation tools like Flow Builder and Rule Builder, enhancing customer experiences with tailor-made solutions.

Main Features of Shopware

• Content Management & Design: Shopware offers an intuitive CMS with a drag-and-drop page builder, allowing for easy creation of engaging shopping experiences.
• Workflow & Automation: The Rule Builder and Flow Builder streamline operations by automating various processes.
• Customer Experience & Marketing: Features include SEO tools, customer segmentation, and cross-selling capabilities to enhance marketing efforts.
• Inventory & Order Management: Supports multilanguage and multicurrency transactions for global reach.
• AI Copilot: An AI-driven tool that assists in customer engagement and content creation.
• Advanced B2B Functionalities: Provides features like custom pricing and order approvals tailored for B2B transactions.
• Internationalization: Facilitates global sales strategies with support for varied currencies and languages.

Shopware Pricing Options

Shopware offers flexible pricing plans to accommodate different business sizes and needs:

• Community Edition: Free.
• Starter Edition: Free with integrated cloud features.
• Professional Edition: €199/month or a one-time fee of €2,495.
• Enterprise Edition: €2,495/month or a one-time fee of €39,995.
• Rise Plan: $600/month for revenues up to $2 million.
• Evolve Plan: $2,400/month for revenues up to $5 million.
• Beyond Plan: Starting from $6,500/month for revenues up to $15 million.

These options support both cloud-based and self-hosted solutions, allowing businesses to choose the model that best fits their operational requirements.

Key User Insights on Shopware

• Pros: Users appreciate Shopware’s high customization capabilities and user-friendly interface, particularly praising the robustness of older versions.
• Cons: Some users report difficulties transitioning to Shopware 6, issues with customer support, and a perceived lack of transparency in pricing.
• Overall Experience: While Shopware offers significant growth potential and advanced features, current users advise caution due to system quirks and support challenges.

Alternatives to Shopware

For businesses exploring other e-commerce solutions, consider the following alternatives:

1. Adobe Magento Commerce
2. BigCommerce
3. Shopify
4. Shopify Plus
5. Spryker
6. Salesforce Commerce Cloud
7. SAP Commerce Cloud
8. VTEX
9. Wix eCommerce
10. WooCommerce