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Mobile Apps developed for Russian PrestaShop stores using Knwoband Mobile App Builder

E-commerce apps allow you to sell products to customers using a mobile app. Mobile usage for eCommerce has evolved and thrived like never in the past two years. Creating an app for your eCommerce has become statutory and unavoidable.

Mobile apps offer unique features to maximize the shopping experience for shoppers. We have gathered five Android/iOS Apps developed using KnowBand’s PrestaShop Mobile App builder Addon that provides a sophisticated shopping experience.

1.     Apteka24

Apteka24.TJ is Tajikistan’s first online pharmacy, and as a result of their collaboration, purchasing medicines has become an easy and convenient activity. Apteka24.TJ brings medications and hygiene items directly to your home, saving you both time and money.

With 1000+ installs on Google Play store, this PrestaShop mobile app is helping people get their medicines at their doorsteps. Apteka24 Mobile App has a separate category listing, a personalized home screen, and uncomplicated navigation for customers to find required medications.

It is easy to find products with voice search options and sort filters. Have a look at the checkout and payment screens of the app.

2.     BabyButik-nsk

BabyButik is a website for kid’s clothing and accessories. You will find a variety of shoes and outerwear for kids. The store has an app for iOS users that they have created with the help of KnowBand’s Mobile App Builder.

An eCommerce mobile App makes shopper’s life more convenient. Having a functional in-app search reduces the friction in the purchase path. The Voice search option gives a personalized experience to customers.

With the OTP login, the sign-up process becomes simple. Also, the implementation of live chat support in the PrestaShop mobile app offers seamless customer support and services.

Shipping options mentioned in the app are:

CDEK Courier Service, Russian Post, provides next-day delivery. CDEK courier service delivers to Belarus, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan. Residents of Novosibirsk can self-pickup the products.

Read: Ecommerce Shipping: Challenges and Solutions

3.     Колор Маркет

Colormarket is a service market that has been selling auto repair parts for over ten years. Use their mobile app to choose automotive paint and painting supplies for your cars. It is your dependable and high-quality car’s cosmetic care assistance in Russia.

You can explore and search for the products on the store’s mobile app developed on PrestaShop. The KnowBand’s PrestaShop iOS App builder has a feature to send endless push notifications. Thus, customers will always get notified about the store’s activities like inventory, new product arrivals, etc.

The checkout process is easy with a simple registration and sign-up option. Explore the app features:

4.     Meniňki

Meniňki is a clothing app where you will find a collection for women, clothing for men, children, and household goods. The app’s home page is interactive and has good CTAs. It has a category page, sorting option, product filter, shopping cart, and other personalized features to deliver an amazing shopping experience.

The checkout page of the Meninki PrestaShop Mobile app supports all of the famous payment gateways and shipping methods. It has a simple sign-up form. The Mobile App allows social login with Facebook and Google. It also has features like fingerprint login and mobile number login.

Below are the App’s images:

5.     Gutmarkt

Gutmarkt is a professional shop for permanent makeup and tattoo artists. The app for Gutmarkt is developed using the PrestaShop Mobile App Builder module. It shows best sellers, new arrivals, and appealing banners on the home page.

On the other hand, you can search for the products in the category section. Every product of the store has a piece of descriptive information for better understanding. Its clear CTAs also influence the purchase decision of the customer.

A mobile app that gives a seamless shopping experience increases conversion rate, customer retention, and customer acquisition.

Features of PrestaShop iOS and Android Mobile App Builder Module:

Build a mobile app with PrestaShop Mobile App creator developed by Knowband. The plugin is highly customizable and does not require any coding.

  1. Create a native iOS/Android App for your website
  2. The data will be in real-time synchronization
  3. Customize the home page design and layout
  4. Allows Tablet and Mobile Optimization
  5. It supports all product types including digital products
  6. Integrate with WhatsApp and Zopim for Live Chat support
  7. Simplified checkout with social login, fingerprint login, and OTP sign up
  8. Send unlimited push notifications to customers
  9. Customers can track orders
  10. Compatible with Multi vendor Marketplace module and delivery boy app.

For Mobile App customization and to add any additional features, drop us an email at support@knowband.com. You can discuss your requirement with our experts and they will help you create a mobile app that matched your needs.

Recommended Reads:

Mobile App Portfolio- Apps designed and developed by KnowBand 

5 Examples of How PrestaShop Mobile App Builder Uncovered Development Challenges- France eCommerce

Discover 5 trendy Apps Developed for Italy using Knowband’s PrestaShop Mobile App Builder

Success Story Scubamaster Store | PrestaShop Mobile App Builder

3 Robust Apps Created using KnowBand’s Mobile App Builder Plugin for Poland PrestaShop Stores

App building requires skilled app developers who know to test and deploy a mobile application. Every app has to be user-friendly and platform compatible with Android and iOS.As you may be aware, the demand for mobile apps has risen in recent years, and the industry has experienced unprecedented growth since the emergence of COVID 19. Many businesses are prioritizing bringing their online enterprises to mobile devices as a result of rising demand.

What if you get a solution that does not require finding an app developer? It isn’t a dream! An eCommerce Mobile App Builder Module helps digital commerce merchants creating their Android/iOS app without hiring any coder. For PrestaShop eCommerce, many clients worldwide have launched their mobile apps using KnowBand’s PrseatShop Mobile App Builder.

In this blog post, we will explain the features of Mobile App Builder that you must have noted for your app and the best Three examples of Poland PrestaShop Mobile App developed by Mobile App Builder Module.

Traits of PrestaShop App Builder- KnowBand Plugin

A sophisticated mobile app software for every online business! PrestaShop Mobile App Builder creates an app with practically all of the features that a company needs. This data-driven app gives customer satisfaction and improves the shopping experience of customers on mobile and tabs.

How to create an app with PrestaShop Android App builder?

It is a simple process. KnowBand’s team takes care of the initial app configuration with three months of free support after your purchase with lifetime validity. You can integrate your website with the app after purchasing it, and it will function in real-time sync.

Some Notable features of Prestashop app builder are:

  • Builds a native app that is mobile and tablet responsive
  • Supports a wide range of items, including digital ones
  • Compatible for multiple languages
  • Integrated with voice search, provides wishlist option, etc.
  • All applicable shipping methods and payment methods compatibility
  • Merchant can redesign and customize the home page
  • Multiple login options for seamless customer experience
  1. Google login
  2. Facebook signup
  3. OTP registration
  4. Fingerprint login
  • Link WhatsApp or Zopim for Live Chat support for customer service
  • Send unlimited Push Notifications to customers
  • Smooth 3 step checkout process in real-time synch

 3 Android Apps developed by Prestashop Mobile App Builder Plugin for Poland Stores

Let us explore the apps and their features:

1. Wieszakshop.pl – Premium Brands Outlet

With 1000+ downloads, Wieszakshop.pl is an online outlet of premium clothing brands. Wieszakshop.pl mobile app offers a large range of fashionable women’s, men’s, and children’s clothing and shoes, as well as accessories, at up to 70% off standard retail prices in Poland and around the world.

For a fashion-focused mobile app, every UI and UX element from navigation tabs, home page design, shopping cart design, product description, layout, to the checkout page, is crucial. With the help of the PrestaShop App builder plugin, Wieszakshop.pl has launched an amazing shopping app for customers in Poland and internationally.

Have a look!

2. e-trucker.eu- PrestaShop eCommerce App

e-trucker.eu is another eCommerce workwear clothing app for Poland users. You will find a collection of exclusive truck styling products, clothes, accessories specially designed for truckers.

The app is feature-rich with a user-friendly interface.  Anyone can buy products from anywhere.

Have a look at this cool app created by the PrestaShop App builder module:

3. Comfort-Pur Kosmetyki Hotelowe- eCommerce App

Comfort-Pur Hotel Cosmetics is a platform that provides a range of cosmetics and accessories for your hotel. The software makes buying easy and safe. Shopping with the Comfort -Pur app is simple and enjoyable. You may quickly repeat your previous order or add new products and take the advantage of promotions.

Installing applications provides access to unique discounts only for app users. The mobile app always displays promotions, discounts, and specials on the home screen as the app provides features for updating the banners with drop and drag functionality.

It has all the features that I have listed in the App feature section. Have a look at this amazing app!

Custom eCommerce Development Solution by KnowBand

To create a personalized app, you can share your custom app features with our team, and with some additional cost, we will make an app that exactly matches your expectations. KnowBand has a collection of modules for creating an eCommerce website and for optimizing each and every element from the product page to the checkout page. You can also start a service-providing marketplace that can allow you to sell locally or globally.

Check out

Mobile App Portfolio developed by KnowBand

Mobile App Builder for Android and iOS

Must have modules for PrestaShop stores

10 Must-have Addons to Optimize Prestashop Product Pages

5 Examples of How PrestaShop Mobile App Builder Uncovered Development Challenges- France eCommerce

A mobile app becomes a success if it caters to the requirements of the shoppers and delivers an exclusive shopping experience. While thousands of apps get published every day, why do only a few get successful? There could be many reasons that make an app successful but above all the idea matters.

Once you come up with the striking idea, it’s time for the implementation. Create a website first and then a robust mobile app for giving an incredible shopping experience.

In this blog post, we have gathered the 5 best examples of France eCommerce Mobile Apps that have been created using KnowBand’s PrestaShop eCommerce Mobile App Builder. You can install them from the Google Play store to check out the features.

Challenges in building a mobile app

1.     Decide on the right App to develop

The very first challenge in launching an app is deciding what is right for your brand. The app should be innovative and engaging. You must comprehend and narrow down the fundamental criteria, such as the app’s aim, budget, and more!

2.     Development technology

Since you have a clear understanding of your niche and the app idea, you can focus on the development technology. The challenge here is choosing the right development technology. It can be hybrid, native, or cross-platform.

3.     Who will be the developer

This is most challenging when there are thousands of people providing their services. To develop a native app for an existing website, instead of going from scratch, you can use a ready-made Mobile App builder plugin from KnowBand.

4.     Customer Experience and feedback

A customer should not find any difficulty in operating the app and searching for the desired product. For this, navigation comes in the scenario. For the business app, keep the buttons viewable that a user can access with ease.

The PrestaShop Mobile App builder by KnowBand provides clear and bold navigation, CTAs, voice search, sort and filter options for the shoppers.

5.     Security

Mobile app developers confront a number of challenges when it comes to security. To overcome this, KnowBand PrestaShop Mobile App Builder provides live chat support. To solve any concerns you can also ask for a customized app, the developer team will deliver you an app matching your expectations.

Fab-5 PrestaShop Mobile Apps in Action- France eCommerce

For the starter, I must mention that the PrestaShop Mobile App Builder is an extremely easy-to-configure solution for launching a robust android and iOS app. It takes you 3 steps to install and configure. Finding a mobile app for your business that supports all the payment gateways for your country can be tedious but KnowBand’s Mobile App supports multiple payment and shipping methods that are popular in France.

Category: Lifestyle

1.     Ivoire Chaussures France eCommerce store

Ivoire Chaussures is a lifestyle app created on PrestaShop platform. It is a store for France users where you will find a variety of shoes for various occasions.

The mobile app is created using the PrestaShop Android Mobile App builder. The front end of the app looks engaging and has a captivating design. To find the products, customers can use voice search or explore in the category section.

CTAs for adding a product to the cart and checkout is very clear. Anyone in France can access the app and shop from the Ivoire store with ease.

Category: Health and Fitness

As said before, we are helping businesses creating mobile apps that cater to customer satisfaction and delivers incredible shopping experiences.

We have created some mobile apps for businesses dealing in health and fitness. Our Mobile App Builder helped these eCommerce companies of France in bringing their store to everyone’s pocket.

2.     Ivory Fitnex

Ivory Fitness is an eCommerce mobile app dedicated to bodybuilding and related products.

The app is in real-time synch with the website. All the offers running on the website are also applicable on the mobile app.

This PrestaShop Android app is developed using KnowBand’s Mobile App Builder Module.

From the landing page to the super checkout page, the user will find the app easy and accessible.

3.     Viva Medical

You now have instant access to the complete Viva Medical store with its app developed using KnowBand PrestaShop Mobile App Builder.

Both in terms of medical supply services and health care, Viva Medical is a must-have provider in the healthcare area. Whether you are a healthcare professional, a medical student, or a person, this app allows you to find “best sellers” of medical equipment that satisfy all of your demands.

Have a look at its features:

The app supports all the application payment and shipping methods of France.

Manage doorstep delivery with Delivery Boy App

Mobile App demand is increasing and with that the management of online delivery becomes tedious. To manage the delivery process with ease, explore KnowBand’s delivery boy app which is also compatible with the PrestaShop Mobile App Builder module.

Category: eCommerce Shopping

Shopping Apps developed using PrestaShop Mobile App Builder

4.     Inter Easy Shop

The Inter Easy Shop Mobile App has a collection of books, laptops, smartphones, connected objects, consoles, and video games, cosmetics, etc, to ensure shopping!

It has a personalized home page, custom login, payment and shipping options, a great checkout page with social login, fingerprint login, and mobile number sign-up. Additionally, it provides live chat support and many other exciting features for customers.

It offers simple and secure payment!

Customers can pay their payments by mobile money (Moov Money, Orange Money, Tmoney, MTN Mobile Money, others), by credit card (Visa, MasterCard, others), and by cryptocurrency (bitcoin, others).

5. Europhone.gp Gadget Shopping App

Europhone is a website delivering products in France. You will find a variety of electronic gadgets, mobile phones, tablets, etc. from multiple brands on one platform!

The mobile app has a great design that matches the theme of the store. The banners are attractive and can be changed from the backend of the application.

If there is a product that a customer likes and want to save, they allow their customers to add such products to the wishlist as well. The entire purchase process is simple from finding the product to placing the order

Shopping from the app gives a personalized shopping experience!

KnowBand’s Customized Development Services

With the mobile app purchase, you get 3 months of free support from the KnowBand at a 1-time payment. The PrestaShop Mobile App Builder is available for Android and iOS. You can also create a mobile app for your marketplace with the same module if you are using KnowBand’s Marketplace plugin.

For any custom features, you can share your query with our team at support@knowband.com. We will discuss, work on it and deliver the product matching your expectations.

Discover 5 trendy Apps Developed for Italy using Knowband’s PrestaShop Mobile App Builder

Italy is known for being one of the best mobile app markets in Europe. With that comes the competition and to make a Mobile App, eCommerce merchants look for robust options available. From finding a developer to the launching of the app, the journey takes months and a lot of brainstorming.

An organized and feature-rich mobile app is a collection of best practices, exclusive UI/UX, and components that give a perfect shopping experience to your customers. Achieving these goals can be difficult when you are not tech-savvy.

We are bringing you the solution to all your eCommerce mobile app miseries. You can now create a mobile app without coding using Mobile App Builder Plugin for PrestaShop digital commerce websites. In this blog, we have covered some amazing examples of PrestaShop Mobile Apps that are created for Italy-based stores.

5 trendy Android Mobile Apps created using Prestashop Mobile App Builder Plugin for Italian Stores

The mobile App market of Italy is flourishing!

When comparing the data for Italy, on Google Play Store, Mobile App publishers are way more than Game publishers. A Mobile App will become successful and a major source of revenue if it is dynamic and delivers an exclusive shopping experience.

Let’s check out some grossing mobile apps published on Google Play Store by Italian eCommerce merchants:

Lifestyle Mobile apps

1.     Sesamall

Carry the Sesamall PrestaShop mobile app in your pocket at all times and fill your cart wherever you wish. Seasmall is a lifestyle app. Italian app publishers are responsible for 7% of the top lifestyle applications in Italy.

The home page design of this PrestaShop app is appealing and eye-catching. To change the banners and appearance, store merchants can use the drag and drop feature.

Customers can find desired products and the latest arrivals on the app’s home page. With voice search on a mobile app, discovering lights for indoor and outdoor use, as well as bathroom sets and party decorations has become easy.

List of Payment Methods for Italy store:

Complete payment with PayPal, Card Payments, Giropay, American express, Scalapay assuring 100% security.

Android App that sales disposable products in Italy

2.     CTATRADE

The Ctatrade PrestaShop Mobile App is packed up with enriching features that make shopping fun for customers.  It is meant to sell disposable products in Italy for dining and household purposes.

The home page navigation helps the customers to locate the products along with sort and filter options.

Customers feel connected with live chat support. Its social login checkout feature provides a smooth shopping experience to customers who are interested in buying disposable products.

One eCommerce mobile app builder has it all!

Online Shopping App

3.     Detercasa srl

Detercasa srl is a PrestaShop eCommerce store for professional products, household items, gift items, trinkets, hairdressing items, toys, detergents, perfumery, paper, and similar products.

With its Android app, customers can explore the products with direct navigation options. In addition to this, the left menu bar and category buttons are available for finding the desired products.

Customers can add products to the wishlist or cart and proceed to check out.

Its attractive product display and clear product descriptions influence the purchase decision of the customers when shopping through the mobile app.

To deliver a satisfactory checkout experience, you can add PrestaShop One Page checkout to your website. We have posted a blog covering 10 Italian stores with One Page Checkout live for your inspiration.

Fashion eCommerce App

4.     Cupertino Shop

Cupertino Shop is an Italian store that has to build up its Android app using the KnowBand’s PrestaShop Mobile App builder module.

The application has a clear navigation to search the products on the basis of categories. Moreover, customers can filter and sort the products to find the desired one.

Add the product to the cart and proceed to checkout. It has an easy signup and various payment and shipping methods.

The major monetization source of mobile apps is in-app payment, hence Knowband helps businesses create eCommerce android and mobile apps that support in-app payments. It works with all the shipping methods and payment gateways.

5.     Fantasy Calzature

Fantasy Calzature is an eCommerce fashion-focused Prestashop mobile app where you will discover premium quality shoes, bags, and accessories like belts, wallets, and scarves for men, women, and kids.

With mobile-optimized navigation, customers can find products easily. It supports voice search for those who are not proficient in using mobile apps. It also enhances the user experience.

They used PrestaShop Mobile App Builder to make the android app and published it on Google Play Store. After creating an app with Knowband mobile app builder, you can publish your app on your own to Google Play Store and Apple store without hiring any third-party publishers.

Mobile App supports Popular Payment Methods in Italy

Paypal, card (Visa, MasterCard, Diners club international, American express), Satispay, COD, Bank transfer, Credit Card, Bank transfer, Satispay, Scalapay (installments), Multisalepay (Credit and Prepaid card), COD, etc.

Create and Launch a Travel App for Android and iOS

You can now create a travel app like the Green Pass Wallet and Booking.com. To make a travel booking app, you only need to add a booking and rental system plugin to your website and configure it with KnowBand’s mobile app.

With these two apps, you can start your travel business effortlessly that too without taking any developer’s help.

Custom eCommerce Development Solution by KnowBand

To add any custom feature in a mobile app, you can inquire with our expert team and discuss your requirements here.

With Mobile App Builder Purchase you get:

  • Free 3 months post-purchase support
  • 1-time payment
  • Android & iOS app

Customizable home screen with drag and drop feature, live chat support, custom button color settings, voice search, social login, fingerprint checkout, push notifications and with some additional cost, any additional features can be added to your personalized app.

We also provide website development services and have more than ten years of expertise in developing eCommerce plugins.

Mobile App Portfolio

Mobile Apps for Android and iOS

New Features Added to PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) Addon [Version 3.0.8 Released]

PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) module by Knowband is known as one of the best PrestaShop addons which simplify and fastens the product return management on your eCommerce store and helps you improve customer experience. With the PrestaShop Return manager addon, you can provide easy order return features on your website and can add a return policy for your products.

It’s a harsh reality that you’ll have to issue a refund or return in response to certain legitimate return requests. For making the process convenient, with the same module features, a customer can ask for a refund, credit, or even cancel the order completely or partially. A simple return process on your website can persuade the shopper to return to you the next time he or she shops online. We need to remain open for any chance because this is a long-term game.

The Return manager addon has been downloaded by 2000+ clients on the KnowBand store and PrestaShop Addon store. Some new features have recently been introduced to the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) addon in the latest update. In this post, we’ll go through all of the newly added features in detail.

Newly Added Features to the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) Addon:

1.      Search Option in the Admin panel for all the Listing Tabs

In the latest version of the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA), the e-merchant can now search and filter the orders on various listing tabs. The search option is added for the following listing tabs pending cancel requests, approved canceled order list, pending returns list, active return orders list, canceled returns list, and archive list. Admin can sort the orders by providing details like Order ID, Customer Name, Respective listing ID, and also with a date.

2.      Define Order Status to start calculating policy time

The PrestaShop Order Return manager now allows the store admin to set the order status from which the return policy time will be calculated. In the previous version, the clock starts ticking the day order was placed and a delay in order delivery sometimes exceeds the period and customers fail to make the return request. With this feature, the store owner can set the status as ‘Delivered’ for calculating the return policy time.

3.      Feature in the Admin panel to send Test Email

The module now allows the store admin to send test emails before finalizing the template. This functionality is added to all the provided email templates of PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) Addon.

4.      For email, templates specify custom Text for each Return Status

Another feature added in the module is an option in the admin panel to add a custom text for each Return Status and created a place holder which can be used in the return status email template.

Admin can add a personalized message in the provided option for every order status. An email with a tailored text will provide more clarity to the customer.

Features added for easier management

5.      Added Left Menu Shortcut of Return manager Addon on the Dashboard

As it is shown in the picture below, the admin is now able to access the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) Module from the left menu of the PrestaShop admin panel. This provides quick access to the admin for module configuration.

6.      Display all Return listing counts on top of the Admin panel

In the Dashboard of the PrestaShop store, the admin can quickly access the return manager listing counts from the option provided on the top. By clicking on any of the listing options, the user will be redirected to the respective listing page.

7.      PrestaShop v1.7.7.1 compatibility:

PrestaShop recently launched version PS v1.7.7.1, which includes some new features and bug fixes. We’ve made the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) Addon completely compliant with the new PrestaShop version v1.7.7.1.

For other existing features of the module, you can refer to our previous blog post.

Upgrade to the Latest Version of PrestaShop Return manager addon:

PrestaShop Order Return Manager

User Manual

Admin Demo

Front Demo

You can also download the PrestaShop Return Manager (RMA) module from the official PrestaShop Addon store.

Buy Online and Pick up In-Store: How Click and Collect can Win Customers and Grow Sales

Online shopping from eCommerce websites is now a very common way of shopping. With changing time, the online shopping and pick up in-store concept is gaining thrust. People often opt for home delivery but many are opting for in-store pickup too.

Shoppers love picking their orders from the brick and mortar store because they don’t want to wait for it to deliver which may sometimes kill the excitement if delayed. Buy online and In-store Pickup is the best option for the impatient ones.

You can start offering ‘Click and Collect’ services on your store by incorporating ‘Store Locator and Pickup Extension’ to your existing website. The module developed by Knowband is easy to install and configure. It is catered specially for the merchants who want to allow the in-store pickup to their customers.

How does buy online and pick up in-store works?

The process of Buy online and Pick up in-store (BOPIS) also known as click and collect is simple and you need to follow the steps mentioned below:

Step 1: Buy your product online

Buy your product online through the website or mobile app of the store you want to purchase from.

Step 2: Choose the preferred store location on the checkout page

After the first step, select the near-by store from which you want to collect the order.

Step 3: Select the pick-up date and time

Following that, you have to mention the date and time on which you will be collecting the order.

Step 4: You will receive a confirmation mail

After the successful checkout, you have to wait for the confirmation mail sent by the store admin.

Step 5:  Collect the order from the selected store

In the meantime, the owner will pack your desired items for you.

Yay!! Now you can go and pick-up your order on the selected date.

Sellers are in advantage with ‘Click and Collect’

Shoppers want access to products instantaneously. They always look forward to finding a product that is available for instant purchase and ‘Click and Collect’ will lend a helping hand to sellers who believe in customer satisfaction.

The store locator and pick-up module are integrated with Google locations and allow customers to pick up from the nearby store. Some of the major benefits of buy online and pick-up in-store are discussed here.

1.        Save time and money on shipping

Higher shipping costs and delayed deliveries are a reason for cart abandonment. Click and collect service saves the shipping cost and encourages more customers to buy online. The merchant even saves money which is spent on the delivery channel.

No delivery boy is required, no transportation charges and moreover you save time.

2.        No more delivery failure

Late delivery can affect customer satisfaction and it might cause you, potential customers. But, if a customer purchases the product online and collects it from the store, there won’t be any delay or delivery failure. They can buy online and pick up from the store at their convenience.

3.        Increases Overall Sales

Even if a small customer base of your online shoppers converting to click and collect will uplift your sales. In reality, click-and-collect or BOPIS retailers reported an average sales growth of 20%.

•       Balance In-Store Inventory

Leveraging BOPIS from nearby brick-and-mortar locations enables order fulfillment. Geolocation intelligence identifies the closest store with the item in stock for delivery after a customer places an order online. If the product in stock is not available in local stores, retailers can conveniently import the items from another store location that has the item available, speeding up the process.

•       Increases Average Order Value

When a new customer arrives at your store, there are chances that he will purchase more products from your brick and mortar. This increases the average order value (AOV). Buy online and pick-up in-store hence increases overall sales.

4.        Fewer Product Returns

Product returns are the problem faced by every merchant being it small or a big brand. Allowing customers to purchase online and collect the order after trial can help you reduce the number of returns. You can promote this on your online store to grab customer attention and believe me, this will yield favorable results.

4 reasons why customers prefer Buy online and Pick up in-store

1.        No extra Shipping Charges

Customers do not have to pay charges for delivery or fast shipping. They can buy online and pick-up the order at their convenience from the nearest store without any hassle.

2.        Makes shopping easier

Many customers afraid to shop from new websites but a store with ‘buy online and pick up in-store’ which is present in their vicinity makes it easier. Let customers decide what they want, when they want it and how they get it. Offering freedom to purchase online, home delivery, or in-store pick-up is advantageous this is everything they are looking for. No late delivery and no more waiting!

3.        Gives customer more flexibility

Comfort and convenience are what every human is catering for. Online shoppers want retailers to make purchasing their products and services simpler. Consumers want websites and retailers to work together better as well. An extension like store locator and pick up allows customers to shop any time in their comfort zone and allows them to pick up the order with their convenience. This is the flexibility every customer is looking out for.

4.        Boosts customer loyalty

Customer loyalty is a result of customer satisfaction and overall customer journey while purchasing from your store. A business doesn’t work without potential buyers and the factors which can cause you customer opportunity are not an issue anymore.

Since store locator and pickup extension overcomes the major bounce rate issues like extra shipping charges and late delivery for impatient buyers, this is a highly recommended industry trend to implement in your store.

Knowband’s Store locator and Pickup Module for an eCommerce store

You can easily start ‘Buy Online and In-Store Pickup’ in your existing eCommerce store. Knowband is a specialized eCommerce platform that has developed several solutions for demands and requirements that an eCommerce store owner desires. The store locator and Pickup Module is the one designed to attain the need of launching the click and collect option in an online store.

  • It is integrated with Geolocation functionality and the store owner can easily generate Google API key for the Google maps.
  • The details like the name of the store, owner details, contact number, and store timings can be displayed using Store locator and Pickup Addon.
  • The module allows users to select the desired store location, date, and time for order pick-up.

The Store locator and Pickup Module is available for the following platforms:

Store Locator And Pickup – Prestashop Addons

Store Locator – Magento ® Extensions

Store Locator – Magento 2 ® Extensions

Store Locator – Opencart Extensions

Any online website on these platforms can incorporate the plugin and start offering click and collect to increase foot traffic in brick-and-mortar stores.

Conclusion:

If the retailer allows connectivity between its online and in-store shopping networks and provides the opportunity to provide the consumer with a real-time feed of available inventory, in-store pickup is not difficult. This immediately lets the customer know if he/she can pick up the order from the desired store right away.

You can implement BOPIS- Buy online and Pickup in-store for better customer experience, grow sales, and to keep up with the trend. Undoubtedly!

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How eCommerce Mobile Apps enhance Customer Loyalty?

The revolution in the mobile app space has created a significant buzz in our lives. Almost every sector has been digitized with the impact of mobile apps & the eCommerce industry isn’t an exception to this. After online commerce, mobile commerce has changed the perception of how users shop products these days. Various research & studies are confirming the fact that users prefer eCommerce mobile app & are more loyal to that as compared to desktop websites. The simple factor behind it is that the users get all relevant product information at their fingertips.

Mobile commerce & customer loyalty go hand-in-hand. When it comes to bonding of your online store with worldwide users, mobile apps are the best solution. Those days are gone when marketing through websites was enough to bring potential users to your store. Currently, mobile apps are the bridge between your business & the user. Technically, an app takes your store straight to user’s pockets, compel them to browse & purchase products.

Here, I am discussing a few points which will hopefully clear the value of launching mobile shopping apps. Read them:

#1 Keep users updated about latest happenings

In online shopping, the users are always keen to get the best products at reasonable prices. If you can adapt this strategy, it will make a huge impact on your sales. At times, the users keep on spending their valuable time in searching best offers. Don’t let them struggle. Try to keep them fully notified & updated about the best deals on your store along with upcoming sale or offers. You can even let specific users pre-sales offer before it’s available in general.

Marketing store deals & offers is much easier with a handy push notification tool. It not only builds your brand reputation but also notifies users about the offers even when they are not using the app. The personalized push notifications will deliver the right information to the users & compel them for instant purchase.

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#2 Personalize App Home Screen for better Experience:

The home screen has its importance for a shopping app as the basis interaction begins here only. Try to highlight daily deals, best offers, new arrivals, seasonal discounts, etc. with attractive banners & graphics. This will compel the users to browse the selected product grouping & has the high chances of successful purchase as well. The store admin can even go for Flash Sale or Timer sale to create the necessary spark.

More you personalize the app, more it gets able to connect with users. The users even feel more valued with the availability and ease of everything required. Keep other screens of your app simple & intuitive offering better user experience gaining customer loyalty in return.

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#3 Offer Discount Coupons & Rewards to boost sales

Coupons had been a strengthening factor in increasing the conversion rate of your online store. That too for the long past back. It will also work with mobile apps. Make sure the coupons running on your website also work on mobile apps & allow users to avail the valid discount. It will even reduce the rate of cart abandonment.

Everyone around us loves to get a price drop or something extra while shopping products. You can use your mobile app to build the right strategy for that. Offer reward points for their previous purchases or let them earn points by app referral system. It will also invite other users to your app & will maintain a sense of excitement about the purchase.

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#4 Provide 24*7 User Support to gain trust

Customer interaction is a must for an online business. Often, the users need some sort of confirmation or having doubts before making payment. We should have a relevant medium to curb out their queries. Mobile Apps are the best suited for this job. They allow the users to directly contact you with inbuilt WhatsApp or Zopim chat options.

The prompt response to their queries will make them satisfied & increase customer engagement as well. Moreover, it brings you the best chance to improve user retention & gain loyalty. This is also one of the leading factors behind satisfactory feedback for your products.

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#5 Strengthen your positive brand image

The mobile apps improve the visibility & reach of your online store & thus strengthen your brand presence worldwide. Nowadays all the leading eCommerce giants are majorly accessed through their mobile apps. That big is the scope of mobile apps in today’s market branding.

Your app icon in the user’s devices, brand logo in apps makes sure that whenever users browse the mobile, your app will notify them about the brand. Keeping all your online store details readily available for users, the mobile apps form a positive image for your brand improving user retention & loyalty.

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Conclusion:

With the above-discussed points, it must have been clear that mobile Commerce app can be a potential source of engagement & loyalty for your eCommerce business. It connects well with the right audience & hits where it should. Thus, to build strong user-base with increased revenues, creating an eCommerce mobile app should be your very next move.

Test your eCommerce store on PrestaShop Demo App in 3 simple steps?

In this competitive and revolutionary eCommerce industry, having your own eCommerce mobile app could easily enhance the visibility and engagement of your store. Earlier, you either need to struggle with learning programming or hire a professional and spend a huge amount of money for the same. But, now creating a mobile app is simpler than ever with KnowBand’s PrestaShop Mobile App Builder. This plugin is designed in such a way to provide native eCommerce mobile apps along with complete web-admin panel access. But, before going for any such decision, let’s take a glimpse of the simplest process through which you can test your own store on PrestaShop Demo App:

Step 1: Download Module:

Download the PrestaShop Mobile App Builder free version for Android and iOS from KnowBand store. After successful download, you would receive a zipped file consisting of the source code of module which is to be installed on your web-store.

Step 2: Upload Module and Configure:

Install the downloaded zipped file on your PrestaShop store and you would see the option to configure the module. Open module backend and enable the plugin to link your store with the mobile app.

Step 3: Download Demo App & enter store URL:

Download our PrestaShop Nautica Demo App on your test device from Google Play Store and Apple App Store. On opening the app, the above-shown splash screen will appear. All you need to do is to enter your website URL and tap ‘View Your Store’. For instance, if your store URL is https://www.knowband.com then, enter it as https://www.knowband.com/ and start testing your app.

That’s it! Now, you can experience your app working on the mobile app. This is the default view of your website on the app and can be customized accordingly with multiple backend options and functionalities. Once you are successfully satisfied with the working of the mobile app, you can go for the paid version of the module for app development with unlocked features.
KnowBand has brought this featured automated Mobile App Builder module for various other eCommerce platforms as well, like OpenCart, Magento, Magento 2 & WooCommerce. The testing process and the features are the same for every platform.

What to test in PrestaShop Demo Mobile App?

Once you start testing the functioning of PrestaShop Mobile App, here are 10 important points which must not be missed:

1. The home screen layout of the app is the default view which can be customized accordingly along with color options from module backend.

2. Multiple social login options(Google & Facebook) along with OTP and Fingerprint Authentication.

3. Add your store logo on the header of mobile app and showcase your brand as well.

4. Seamless product categorization with clutter-free product page. Layered navigation along with product swiping makes the search easier.

5. Social sharing of products on different social platforms directly from the product screen.

6. Add products in the wishlist and Shopping Cart with multiple size and color based options.

7. Simplified checkout screen with easy order creation.

8. Complete details of the placed order along with live tracking facility.

9. Send both automated and custom Push Notifications from the backend panel along with complete history.

10. Experience the flawless functioning of the mobile app right from entering the app to making the purchase.

Conclusion:

If testing your eCommerce website on the demo app is so easy with KnowBand, it’s a quite better option to go for it before actually making up your mind in choosing the right mobile app solution.

For any query or issue regarding testing of PrestaShop Mobile App kindly raise a ticket or contact us at support@knowband.com. Our prompt support team would be honored to assist you.

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How to Read the File in PHP Language?

Objective

After reading this blog, you will be able to read files in PHP language. In the blog, you will get enough information about different ways used in PHP to read a file.

Let’s Learn About the File Reading Method in the PHP

PHP provides various type of methods to read the file as follow:

Traditional Methods

In this type of method to read a file, we have to follow 3 steps.

  1. Open the file.
  2. Read the file.
  3. Close the file.

Let’s see some traditional methods:

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fopen():

To read a file we need to open a file using fopen(). In fopen(), we have to pass to 2 parameters i.e. first is the file path and the next one is filed open mode. To read a file we will use “r” as file open mode, “r” denotes “read mode”.

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

feof()

This method checks whether you have already read to the end of the file. This returns true till the last line of the file gets read and once we cross the last line it returns false. We use this method in a loop to read a file from the first line to the last line.

 

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

while(!feof($file)) {

//your processing

}

fclose()

We use this method to close a file after reading the file. After closing a file we will no longer be able to read that file.

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

while(!feof($file)) {

//your processing

}

fclose($file);

fgets()

We use this method to read a file line by line. It collects a single line of data from your file and returns it as a string. And from there either you can print the line or you can process the same as per your requirement.

<?php

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

while(!feof($file)) {

echo fgets($file) . "<br>";

}

fclose($file);

?>

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fread()

We use this method if we want to read a file in a limited size. We have to pass a size limit in bytes in this method and then this method read the file up to a given size limit and ignores the rest part of the file.

If we want to read a file up to4,096 bytes (4 KB), we will write the code as –

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

$data = fread($file, 4096);

Note: No matter what number you specify, fread will not read more than 8,192 bytes (8 KB). Assuming that the file is no bigger than 8 KB, the code below should read the entire file into a string.

<?php

$file = fopen("test.txt", "r") or die("Unable to open file!");

$data = fread($file, filesize("test.txt"));

fclose($file);

?>

fgetss()

This function is similar to the fgets() functionbut strips away any HTML or PHP tags it finds, leaving only plain text.

Code:

<?php

$file_handle = fopen("test.txt”, "r");

while (!feof($file_handle)) {

echo fgetss($file_handle);

}

fclose($file_handle);

?>

test.txt

<html>

<head>

<title></title>

</head>

<body>

<div class="editor-content" style="text-align: left">

<p>Knowband is one of the leading name as an e-commerce plugin development and marketing firm.</p>

<p> </p>

<p>Our team of highly skilled and experienced IT professionals.</p>

</div>

</body>

</html>

Output:

Knowband is one of the leading names of an e-commerce plugin development and marketing firm. Our team of highly skilled and experienced IT professionals.

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Other Methods

PHP also provides various other methods for file handling that we can use for different purposes.

file_get_contents()

This method can be used to collect all the data from a file as a string. For example, how can we collect all the data from our webpage? You have seen the fgets() example using a loop. But how we you make this more straightforward? We can easily do the same with the file_get_contents(). We do not need to open or close a file to read. On failure, file_get_contents() will return false.

<?php

$file= file_get_contents("https://www.knowband.com/");

echo $file;

?>

readfile()

The readfile function dumps the entire contents of a file or Web page to the default output buffer. By default, this command prints an error message if it fails. To avoid this behavior we use @readfile()

Let’s see the difference between readfile&& @readfile.

Let’s try to open the wrong file by readfile:

<?php

$file= readfile("wrong_test.txt");

if(!$file){

echo 'File not found.';

} else{

echo $file;

}

?>

Output

( ! ) Warning: readfile(wrong_test.txt): failed to open stream: No such file or directory
Call Stack

File not found.

Now replace readfile with @readfile and we will get the output as:

File not found.

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Good Practice!

If we are a programmer then we should always keep in mind our code can handle the error or condition. There might be a chance the file that we are going to read was moved from the path or permission for the file has been changed and hence you are unable to get the content. So good practice says before reading a file we should check if the file exists and the file has read permission.

<?php

$file = "test.txt";

if (file_exists($file) && is_readable($file)) {

$f = fopen($file, "r");

# Processing

fclose($f);

}

?>

Summary

If have any PHP eCommerce application like PrestaShop, OpenCart, Magneto, etc. you can use the codes to reading the file as per your requirements.

For all aspects related to eCommerce, we also offer custom development. Additionally, the top modules for Prestashop, Opencart, Magento, and Magento 2 are also available. A few of the top modules that Knowband offers are One Page SuperCheckout, Multi-Vendor Marketplace, Mobile App Builder, Spin and Win Module, Abandonded Cart and so on.  If you have any questions, contact us at support@knowband.com.

Facebook is extending ads from users and brands to the Marketplace

Facebook launched the Marketplace in the year 2016, the main objective of the Facebook Marketplace was to allow the users buy and sell locally. In order to promote the marketplace, Facebook has started showing it in the main navigation bar. Facebook Marketplace allows the users to browse the products and services from the people in their localities. As posted on the Facebook business page “Over the past few months, we’ve enabled businesses to list a variety of offerings in Marketplace such as used vehicles, home rentals, home services and jobs. And now, businesses can advertise in Marketplace to reach people where they’re actively shopping.

Ads from businesses appear alongside other products and services in Marketplace, and extending your ads to Marketplace is easy. By selecting Automatic Placements, your ads can appear across our various placement options such as News Feed, Instagram, Messenger, Audience Network and now, Marketplace. Advertising across our platforms enables you to reach your target audience wherever they’re spending time, giving you more opportunities to connect with people likely to be interested in your offerings.

Businesses are already seeing results using ads in Marketplace. Thread Wallets, an accessories company, generated more than 300 purchases while increasing its year-over-year return on ad spend by 41% after adding Marketplace as a placement for its conversions campaigns.

Over the next few weeks, all advertisers targeting audiences in the US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand will be able to run ads in Marketplace using the traffic, conversions, product catalog, video views and reach objectives.”

Use Facebook Shop to grow your business faster

Facebook provides an interface to the users and brands to showcase their products and services on their page. Facebook Shop allows you to display the products from your shop on Facebook. It helps sellers to reach to more audience, in order to reduce the additional efforts of listing the products one by one Facebook has also released the Shop API to automate the process of listing the products on Facebook Shop. By using the Facebook Shop, you can allow the customers to browse and discover the products with ease.

Knowband offers the FB Store Module for the Prestashop store owners to make the process of creating the Facebook Shop hassle-free for the Prestashop store owners.

Benefits of the using FB Shop Module developed by Knowband:

1) Interactive banner to promote your brand:

For the businesses, it is important to win the customer trust. The banner on your Facebook shop allows you to show the vision and purpose, your core values, your culture and behavior. By displaying an attractive homepage banner you can create your brand value.

2) Home Page content:

In this section, you can explain the product and services you offers.

3) Navigation Menu:

You can display the Navigation Menu on the Facebook Shop and highlight the top categories of your Prestashop store on the Facebook Shop page.

4) Featured categories and featured products:

This section allows you to display the featured categories and products on the Facebook shop page.

Please refer to the attached screenshot of the demo Facebook Shop page:

Get the Facebook Shop Module for your Prestashop Store.

Knowband offers Social Media extensions for the different eCommerce platforms like Magento, OpenCart and Prestashop.