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Dev tools · September 10, 2021

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Medusa – Open-source alternative to Shopify

Medusa – Open-source alternative to Shopify launched on September 10, 2021 with 373 votes, #42 of 2,941 launches that month and more than 99% of that year's launches.

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In plain words

Medusa is an open-source e-commerce platform designed as an alternative to Shopify. Launched in 2021, it provides developers with a flexible, customizable commerce solution that can be self-hosted and modified according to specific business needs. The platform is built for developers and technical teams who want greater control over their online store infrastructure and functionality compared to traditional SaaS e-commerce providers.

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