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Wix

🇺🇸US Company

by Wix.com Ltd · Founded 2006

Wix is a web development platform that allows users to create and manage websites without coding knowledge. It offers a drag-and-drop editor, customizable templates, and various tools for SEO, blogging, and e-commerce. Users can host their sites and access analytics to track performance.

EU Alternatives to Wix

4 privacy-focused, GDPR-compliant alternatives

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Shopware

🇩🇪

by shopware AG

German e-commerce platform offering open-source and enterprise solutions for online stores of all sizes.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedOpen SourceISO 27001SOC 2 Type IISOC 2Self-Hostable
freemiumMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Shopware is open source, allowing full customization of the platform.
  • GDPR compliance ensures data protection for EU customers.
  • Shopware's B2B Suite supports complex business transactions efficiently.

Consider

  • Migrating from Wix may require significant data transfer efforts.
  • Shopware has a steeper learning curve for non-technical users.
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PrestaShop

🇫🇷

by PrestaShop SA

French open-source e-commerce platform powering over 300,000 shops worldwide with extensive customization options.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedOpen SourceEU-hosted
freemiumMigration:3-5 hours

Why switch?

  • PrestaShop is open source, allowing full customization of your store.
  • Multilingual support enables targeting diverse European markets effectively.
  • B2B features like wholesale pricing cater specifically to business customers.

Consider

  • Migration from Wix can be complex, requiring data export and manual setup.
  • PrestaShop has a steeper learning curve compared to Wix's drag-and-drop editor.
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Saleor

🇵🇱

by Saleor Commerce

Saleor by Saleor Commerce is an open-source e-commerce platform designed for building and managing online stores. It offers features such as customizable storefronts, product management, order processing, and payment integration. Developers can utilize GraphQL APIs for flexibility and scalability in e-commerce solutions.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedOpen SourceSOC 2
freemiumMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Saleor offers a GraphQL API for flexible data queries and integrations.
  • Full GDPR compliance ensures user data protection in the EU market.
  • Open source allows for customization and community-driven improvements.

Consider

  • Migration from Wix may require significant data transfer efforts.
  • Saleor lacks a drag-and-drop editor, increasing design complexity.
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Medusa

🇩🇰

by Medusa Commerce

Danish open-source headless commerce engine built with Node.js for developers building custom storefronts.

GDPR CompliantEU-BasedOpen SourceSelf-Hostable
freeMigration:2-4 hours

Why switch?

  • Open source: Customize your store with Medusa's plugin system.
  • Self-hostable: Control your data on your own EU servers.
  • Headless architecture: Use any frontend technology with Medusa APIs.

Consider

  • Migration pain: Moving from Wix requires data export and setup.
  • Learning curve: Requires Node.js knowledge for effective use.

Why switch from Wix?

US CLOUD Act

US authorities can access your data stored by US companies, even if stored in Europe.

Privacy Concerns

US companies may collect and use your data in ways not compliant with EU standards.

EU Alternatives

EU-based services must comply with GDPR, giving you stronger privacy protections.

Other E-commerce Platforms you might want to replace

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