How to Build an Online Store Without Writing Code

E-COMMERCE

Selling online without hiring a developer

A no-code site builder lets you publish a full store — catalogue, basket, card payment — in an afternoon, without writing a line of code.

What selling online actually requires in Ireland

Every Irish online store needs clear terms of service, a privacy policy, and GDPR-compliant cookie consent — many "free" builders don't generate these automatically. VAT registration becomes a factor once turnover crosses the threshold.

Card payments dominate Irish online transactions — a clunky or expensive checkout is one of the fastest ways to lose a sale at the last step.

Getting started, in real numbers

€0

to start with a working free plan

~€10-15

a year for an .ie domain

~2.5-3%

typical payment processing fee per sale

A few hours

to publish a full catalogue

What should be included from day one

Legal pages generated automatically

Terms, privacy policy and returns policy.

GDPR-compliant cookie consent

Real and recorded, not decorative.

Card payment built in

The payment method Irish customers use.

Integration with Irish couriers

An Post, DPD and Fastway.

Common questions

Do I need to register as a sole trader before selling online?

Yes — you need to register with Revenue once you start trading.

Can I really do this without a developer?

Yes for a standard store.

Is the free plan enough to start?

Yes, for testing and first sales.

Start your store free — see the real pricing before you commit.

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