Solidus

Self-Hosted

Open-source e-commerce platform for custom online stores

Overview

Solidus is a flexible, Ruby on Rails-based open-source e-commerce solution ideal for building tailored online stores. It offers robust product management, multi-store support, and seamless integrations with payment gateways (Stripe, PayPal) and shipping providers. Deployable via Docker, Heroku, or self-hosted servers, it prioritizes extensibility through plugins, enabling businesses to customize functionality without vendor lock-in. It supports inventory tracking, order management, and customer segmentation to scale with growing businesses.

Self-Hosting Resources

Find Official Image on Docker Hub View Source & Docs

Below is a reference structure for docker-compose.yml. ⚠️ Do NOT run blindly. Replace placeholders with official values.

docker-compose.template.yml TEMPLATE


version: '3'
services:
  solidus:
    image: <OFFICIAL_IMAGE_NAME>:latest
    container_name: solidus
    ports:
      - "8080:<APP_INTERNAL_PORT>"
    volumes:
      - ./data:/app/data
    restart: unless-stopped

Key Features

Customizable product & inventory management
Multi-store support
Extensible via plugins & extensions
Secure payment gateway integrations

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Solidus hard to install?

Solidus requires basic Ruby on Rails setup (Ruby, Rails, PostgreSQL). It can be installed via gem or Docker Compose, with documentation guiding dependencies. For Rails beginners, the curve is steeper, but community tutorials simplify deployment.

? Is it a good alternative to Shopify?

Yes—Solidus is perfect for businesses needing full control over store design/functionality, avoiding Shopify’s subscription fees. However, it demands more technical maintenance than Shopify’s managed service.

? Is it completely free?

Solidus is open-source under the MIT license—100% free to use, modify, and self-host. Costs may apply for hosting, third-party plugins, or custom development work.

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Tool Info

Pricing Open Source

Category E-commerce

Platform Self-Hosted

Pros

⊕ No vendor lock-in (open-source MIT license)
⊕ Deep customization options
⊕ Active community & regular updates

Cons

⊖ Requires Ruby on Rails knowledge for advanced tweaks
⊖ Steeper learning curve than SaaS platforms
⊖ Self-hosting needs server maintenance