Ecommerce Product Badges: Examples from Top Retailers [2026]

Product badges in ecommerce serve as helpful guides for users, showcasing an item’s availability, current sales, or special deals. Colorful badges and low prices seize visitors’ attention and make the purchase an excellent bargain. For merchants, using product badges is a great way to promote items and sell them quickly.

Web Design Trends 2011/2012 Part #1

Web design trends come and go. It’s difficult to predict the future of web design, but still, there are some changes that are worth talking about. Here we will tell you about current web design trends and explain the very concept behind each trend. 1. The priority of a website’s functionality over its graphics. The… Read More

How to Make Use of Case Management Systems

Many people underestimate the benefits which can be derived from the implementation of a case management system into their work. When properly used, this intranet system can provide a quick return of investment. The purpose of this post is to help you understand the reasons why you should start using a CMS system to facilitate… Read More

Free Templates vs. Custom-Designed Websites

When you are starting your online business you want to make it stand out from the crowd. Today we’ll try to find out whether it’s better to use a free template or a custom-designed website for your business project. If you have no web design or web development skills you can build a website using… Read More

How to create a membership website

Recently our company launched a new website based on the platform Magento using its multi-store-retailing functionality. The main idea of such projects is to provide access only for logged-in users and let them create their accounts. Why should it work?, you might ask me. The thing is that member only websites are aimed at people… Read More

What is HTML5 Canvas and What Does It Offer?

HTML5 Canvas is used to create animation, entertainment applications, and games for the Web. HTML5 Canvas enables you to create animated graphics in different web browsers by means of HTML and JavaScript. It offers great visuals and provides immense freedom to do what you want in the browser window. All you need to start programming… Read More

Joomla 1.7, 1.8 or 2.5?

Joomla is one of the most popular content management systems in the world. This is the choice of individuals, small businesses and large companies worldwide. Joomla powers over 25 million websites worldwide and 2850 government websites have been built with Joomla too! Originally, it was meant to be a classic CMS, but today you can… Read More

A Web Designer to the Backbone

Plumrocket Inc. is starting a series of posts about famous web designers. Design itself is an art form. And design in the Web is a powerful tool which needs a skillful master to start working. Today we want to tell you about Doug Bowman who used to be Google’s Visual Design Lead. More than two… Read More

Web Design with Adobe Dreamweaver

Adobe Creative Suite (CS) (originally a product of Macromedia) is a collection of web development applications for graphic design and video editing. The latest version, Adobe Creative Suite 5.5 (CS5.5), was launched on April 12, 2011. Many web designers and developers prefer Adobe Dreamweaver. What helps it hold a major share in the web development… Read More

In Memory of Steve Jobs

‘Your time is limited, so don’t waste it living someone else’s life’. These are the words Steve Jobs said in his famous speech to Stanford University graduates in 2005. And all his life this man, a computing entrepreneur and inventor, the co-founder and chairman of Apple, chief executive of Pixar Animation Studios, the father of… Read More

Guide to Global Privacy Control (GPC) & Real-World Examples

It’s no secret: online privacy is a major concern for consumers today. People are more aware than ever about how their data is used, and they’re demanding more control. This shift has led to new regulations like the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and its amendment, the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA). Furthermore, similar privacy… Read More

The Fastest eCommerce Platform: Revealing Speed and Optimization Tips

High website speed not only plays a crucial role in enhancing user experience, but it’s also directly related to the bottom-line business metrics, such as conversion rates, traffic, and revenue. This correlation has been thoroughly researched, especially after Google Search announced the use of Core Web Vitals in ranking factor in 2021.

Meet Magento NYC 2024: Discover Why You Can’t Miss It

Meet Magento NYC 2024 is just around the corner, and it promises to be one of the most insightful ecommerce events of the year. Scheduled for October 10, this year’s conference will unite Magento enthusiasts, developers, merchants, and industry leaders to share experiences and get inspired for new initiatives. In this spirit of collaboration, Plumorcket… Read More

Order Tracking Page Design: DOs and DON’Ts

The order tracking page is the place on the website where customers can keep track of their orders and check their statuses. Optimizing this page is as necessary as optimizing the homepage or product page, because there you can encourage more sales. However, the order tracking page is different from other pages, so the optimization process and strategies used should be appropriate to its purposes.

Free Marketing Calendars 2018

We are happy to present you our annual compilation of free e-commerce marketing calendars! In our selection you can find the marketing calendars 2018 for the countries of North America and Latin America, Europe, Nordic and Asia-Pacific regions. At Plumrocket we are convinced that every business owner will find our marketing calendars beneficial for their businesses. What is a marketing calendar and… Read More

Magento vs Shopify: Which is Better?

Magento and Shopify are quite different in their nature: one allows full control over code while the other provides an opportunity to create a website without coding skills. However, sometimes, ease of use doesn’t equal success and effectiveness. To build a thriving online store, you should consider a number of facts and compare different features… Read More

Magento to Shopify Plus Migration: 5 Key Reasons & Potential Challenges

For years, Magento (now Adobe Commerce) has been a powerhouse in the eCommerce world, known for its deep customization capabilities and robust feature set. Many successful businesses built their foundations on it. But the digital landscape waits for no one. Today, many growing brands using Magento find themselves grappling with increasing complexity, costly and time-consuming… Read More

How to Grow Your Store with Magento AI: Best Extensions, Tools & Trends for 2025

Magento AI refers to the use of artificial intelligence tools and extensions—both native (like Adobe Sensei) and third-party—that integrate with Magento 2 to automate tasks, personalize the shopping experience, and drive smarter operations.

In this guide, we’ll break down the top AI-powered Magento tools, show real-world results from merchants, and share what’s coming next for Magento AI in 2025 and beyond.

Big News: Hyvä Theme Is Now FREE — What This Means for Magento Stores

In one of the most important updates for the Magento community, Hyvä Theme is now completely free and open-source as of November 10, 2025. This change follows five years of rapid growth, strong community support, and more than 6,000 live stores using Hyvä — including enterprise brands like Nestlé, Volkswagen, and Dunkin’. For Magento store… Read More

Custom vs Template Website: Which Scales With Your Ambition?

When building a website, one of the first decisions you’ll face is whether to go with a custom website design or use a template website. This choice can significantly impact your site’s performance, branding, and long-term scalability. Whether you’re launching a new brand or refreshing an existing one, understanding the difference between custom vs template websites is crucial.