Problems worth solving
Ranked by Pain Signal Score, our 0 to 100 measure of how acute, frequent, and recent each problem is. Every claim links back to the real discussion it came from (our Receipts Rule).
- 01
Shopify setup and operation challenges
92/10092/100·Strong signalNew Shopify users and app makers often face difficulties in setting up their stores and selecting appropriate tools. They seek guidance and solutions to navigate the platform effectively.
Evidence from Reddit
- r/ecommerceI know everyone recommends Shopify, but are there other good ecommerce platforms?
- r/shopifyNeed help and some thoughts on my shopify store!
- r/shopifyIs there anyone who’s running their Shopify alone?
- r/shopify1.1.2. Use Shopify checkout issue
- r/shopifyNew to Shopify. Need help about general setup and automating the setup through Claude.
- r/shopifyHas anyone else noticed Shopify search results going completely off the rails lately? (it's not just you — here's what's happening)
- 02
Chargeback disputes
92/10092/100·Strong signalShopify store owners are struggling with increasing chargeback issues that affect their finances and operations. These disputes can lead to significant revenue loss and heightened stress.
Evidence from Reddit
- r/ecommerceChargeback on a refunded orders? WHAT!
- r/shopifyCustomer got a refund and still opened a charge back.. and WON. How do i reverse?
- r/shopifyHow can I dispute a Shopify chargeback?
- r/shopifyLost Chargeback w/ Chase - Customer Admits they have the order
- r/shopifyThis is legalized robbery
- r/shopifyUptick in master card fraud
- 03
Sales and logistics concerns
89/10089/100·Strong signalShopify merchants are experiencing unexpected drops in sales, leading to concern and confusion. Many are seeking insights and advice on how to navigate these downturns.
Evidence from Reddit
- r/ecommerceAnyone else seeing a weird sales drop lately? This time of year is usually up for me.
- r/ecommerceSales down over 50% from last year; am I the only one?
- r/ecommerceHow are you getting through this economic downturn?
- r/ecommerceHas anyone else in Europe seen a major sales drop during the current heat wave?
- r/ecommerceHow to fix a massive Monday slump?
- r/ecommerceHas anyone tried out the Meta Business Agent for your inbox?
- 04
Legal and compliance challenges
86/10086/100·Strong signalE-commerce business owners navigating legal requirements.
Evidence from Reddit
- r/ecommerceHas anyone operated an e-commerce website without an LLC?
- r/ecommerceUS-Wide Inventory vs Sales Tax Hit
- r/ecommerceMercury vs Airwallex for ecom with overseas suppliers?
- r/ecommerceI’m currently working on a website and discovered that people are being sued for for not having proper privacy policies?
- 05
Customer trust and branding issues
78/10078/100·Strong signalStore owners are striving to establish credibility with new customers, particularly through online advertising, despite minimal initial feedback and reviews. This poses a challenge for their growth.
Evidence from Reddit
- r/shopifyHow do you build trust with cold ad traffic when you don't have a ton of reviews yet?
- r/ecommercePlease review for me
- r/ecommerceShould I move product cards to bottom of page?
- r/ecommerceDoes anyone know of any indie online shops with really sharp branding from landing page to check out?
- r/ecommerceHas anyone else noticed if AI recommendations are favouring brands with a stronger reputation?
- r/shopifyProduct page reviews when you sell one of a kind items?
- 06
Product photo generation issues
71/10071/100·Moderate signalE-commerce store owners needing effective solutions for product photography.
Evidence from Reddit
- 07
Domain configuration issues
60/10060/100·Moderate signalShopify users are facing challenges related to their domain setup, which impacts site accessibility and overall functionality. They require support to resolve these technical issues.
Evidence from Reddit
- 08
Subscription model queries
60/10060/100·Moderate signalPotential Shopify users are exploring the implications of building stores without immediate subscription payments, reflecting a need for flexible options in the ecommerce landscape.
Evidence from Reddit
- 09
Product selection challenges
60/10060/100·Moderate signalEcommerce entrepreneurs are grappling with the task of identifying unique and profitable products to sell. They are concerned about market saturation and differentiation.
Evidence from Reddit
- 10
User-generated content value
60/10060/100·Moderate signalShopify merchants are contemplating the impact of user-generated content on their sales pages versus ad campaigns. They are exploring effective marketing strategies.
Evidence from Reddit
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The most common recurring problems we found were: Shopify setup and operation challenges, Chargeback disputes, Sales and logistics concerns. Each one on this page is backed by links to the real discussions it came from.
How were these problems found?
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