🚀 Overview

Shofy is a powerful Laravel-based eCommerce and multivendor marketplace platform. Designed for businesses, entrepreneurs, and marketplace owners, Shofy enables creating online stores with multiple vendors, product listings, orders, and secure payments. Inspired by real-world eCommerce ecosystems like Amazon and eBay, Shofy provides a scalable and user-friendly solution to manage products, vendors, and customer interactions efficiently.

✨ Key Features

• Multi-Vendor Management: Vendors can register, manage products, and process orders independently.
• Product Management: Add, edit, and categorize products with images, descriptions, and pricing.
• Order & Payment Management: Handle customer orders, invoices, and payment gateways securely.
• Admin Dashboard: Monitor vendors, products, orders, revenue, and analytics.
• Customer Management: Track users, order history, and support requests.
• Promotions & Discounts: Offer coupons, deals, and special offers.
• Responsive Design: Fully accessible on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices.
• Notifications: Email/SMS alerts for orders, shipments, and platform updates.
• Analytics & Reporting: Insights on sales, vendor performance, and customer engagement.

⚙️ Technical Stack

• Backend: PHP Laravel 8.x / 9.x
• Frontend: HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, Bootstrap / Vue.js
• Database: MySQL / MariaDB
• Server Requirements: Apache/Nginx, PHP 7.4+, Composer, 2GB RAM minimum
• Optional: Payment gateway integration, email/SMS notifications, CDN for media

🧩 Installation Guide

1. Upload Laravel project files to your web server.
2. Run composer install to install dependencies.
3. Create a MySQL database and import the provided SQL file.
4. Configure .env for database, mail, and payment gateway settings.
5. Access the admin panel to add vendors, products, and manage orders.
6. Test vendor registration, product management, and payments before going live.

📦 Deliverables

• Full Laravel source code for Shofy platform
• Database SQL file and configuration templates
• Documentation & installation guide
• GPL license for free use, modification, and redistribution

📱 Supported Platforms

• Web Browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari
• Server: Linux or Windows with PHP & MySQL/MariaDB
• Mobile: Fully responsive on smartphones and tablets

🧠 Notes

License: GPL – Free to use, modify, and redistribute.

Customization Tips: Add AI-based product recommendations, multi-language support, or advanced analytics dashboards for vendors.

SEO Assurance: Semantic HTML ensures search engines can index products, vendors, and eCommerce features effectively.

👨‍💻 Original Developer Credit

Developed by Original Author / Marketplace.

🔒 Disclaimer

This eCommerce and multivendor marketplace platform is distributed under the GPL license. Redistribution, modification, and commercial use are permitted under GPL terms. All rights remain with the original developer, and users should credit accordingly.