Frequently Asked Questions about GMV-Free Plugins
Technical Questions
Q: Are GMV-free plugins compatible with all Shopware versions? A: Yes, our plugins are developed and tested for all current Shopware 6.x versions. Compatibility is ensured through direct core integration without store dependencies.
Q: How do I receive updates for independent plugins? A: Updates are provided through our own update infrastructure. You receive automatic notifications and can install updates with one click - completely without Shopware Store account.
Q: Do the plugins work without internet connection? A: Yes, after installation our plugins work completely offline. No connections to external servers are required, which also increases security and performance.
Q: Can I make custom modifications to the plugins? A: Absolutely. You receive access to the complete source code and can make any modifications. There are no license restrictions like with store plugins.
Legal and Compliance Questions
Q: Do I violate Shopware licenses when using external plugins? A: No. Shopware Community Edition is open source and explicitly allows installation of external plugins. You're simply exercising your right to free software development.
Q: How does GDPR compliance work? A: GMV-free plugins strengthen your GDPR compliance since no automatic data transmission to third parties occurs. You maintain complete control over all data processing operations.
Q: What happens in legal disputes? A: You have a direct contractual partner (us) and don't need to deal with complex ToS structures of the Shopware ecosystem. Clear liability regulations ensure legal security.
Business Impact Questions
Q: What are the total costs compared to the store? A: Savings typically amount to 80-90% over a 5-year period. Instead of €125,000 for store-based solutions, you pay about €10,000 for comparable independent plugins.
Q: Do I receive professional support? A: Yes, even better support. Since we have direct customer relationships, we can respond faster and more individually to your requests than anonymous store support.
Q: Can I switch back to the store at any time? A: Of course. Our plugins are developed so that migration back to the store (if desired) is always possible. You don't take any lock-in risk.
Migration and Implementation
Q: How long does migration from store plugins take? A: Depending on complexity, 1-5 days. We offer complete migration services with zero-downtime guarantee.
Q: Which plugins can be replaced? A: Practically all store plugins can be replaced with independent alternatives. Our plugin matrix shows suitable solutions for every use case.
Q: Are there testing possibilities? A: Yes, all plugins can be tested free for 30 days in your staging environment. Production installation only occurs upon satisfaction.
Future Security
Q: What happens if Shopware introduces further restrictions? A: Our plugins are deliberately developed close to core and function independently of store policies. Future Shopware changes have no influence on your plugin infrastructure.
Q: Are the plugins scalable for enterprise environments? A: Yes, our plugins are optimized for high-traffic environments and support multi-server setups, load balancing, and enterprise security standards.
Q: How is continued development ensured? A: Through direct customer financing instead of platform dependency, we can develop more sustainably. Our roadmap is oriented toward real customer needs, not store policies.