Yes, if your goal is to sell products online. I could build a functional fashion store on Basic without coding, using the admin, Horizon theme editor, collections, and product tools. Beginners should still test shipping rates, product variants, and checkout rather than assume the default settings are correct.

Shopify offers free trials and may offer introductory promotions, but a store that continues selling normally requires a paid subscription. Themes and some apps can be free, while paid apps, domains, and processing costs may add to the bill. Check the current offer and renewal terms for your country.

Yes, accepting cards generally involves payment-processing charges. Additional third-party transaction fees can apply if you use an external provider instead of Shopify Payments, depending on your plan and setup. Fees vary by location, payment method, and plan, so calculate them using your actual selling mix.

Yes. I used the visual Horizon theme editor, product management screens, collections, and discount settings without writing code. Custom behavior, unusual integrations, or major design changes may still require an app or a developer.

Yes. I activated Shopify’s Test payment gateway and completed a simulated order, then tested fulfillment, returns, refunds, and restocking. The transaction appeared as paid within the test environment, but no real customer card or bank account was charged.