Shopify is a cloud-based e-commerce platform that allows users to create and manage professional online stores without needing advanced programming skills. Founded in Canada in 2006, Shopify is now one of the leading e-commerce platforms worldwide. It offers a user-friendly interface, integrated payment processing, hosting, security features, and a large app marketplace. With centralized management via the Shopify dashboard, it is especially suitable for beginners and businesses looking to start selling online quickly and easily.