New E-commerce Tools Weekly Report: July 22, 2026

Every week, *Practical E-commerce* publishes a roundup of new services for e-commerce merchants. This issue (July 22, 2026) covers updates in areas such as limited releases, fast delivery, secure payments, social commerce management, cross-border payments, automated marketing, and loyalty programs.

Squarespace Launches Limited Release Tools Squarespace has released tools that support limited releases and flash sales. New features include: - Badges and email marketing: Help merchants build anticipation before a release. - Reserved cart: Holds items for customers during checkout for a period of time and displays a countdown. - Quantity limits: Merchants can set a purchase limit per customer per release. - Mini cart, quick checkout, and payment links: Provide a more direct transaction experience.

These features aim to help merchants create a sense of scarcity and improve conversion rates.

Bluehost Expands AI Platform to Aid Small Businesses Hosting provider Bluehost has launched an AI suite for small businesses, containing multiple intelligent agents that can accomplish the following tasks: - Build websites and operate online stores - Capture leads and answer questions - Book appointments

The suite also includes a domain name generator, content and copywriting tools, AI agent hosting, an agent builder, and multi-model AI access.

DoorDash Integrates with Shopify to Offer On-Demand Delivery DoorDash announced an integration with the Shopify App Store. Shopify merchants with physical stores in the United States can use this integration to offer on-demand delivery services, meeting customer expectations for fast arrival.

This week's tool roundup reflects the e-commerce industry's ongoing pursuit of speed, scarcity, and automation. Merchants can choose the right tools based on their needs to improve operational efficiency and customer experience.