Getting Started

Welcome to StoreKit

StoreKit is a complete e-commerce backend platform that lets you build custom online stores without worrying about backend infrastructure. Whether you're building a mobile app, web app, or any custom frontend, StoreKit provides all the APIs you need to create a fully functional online store.

The best part? You don't need to be a backend expert. Just grab your API key, and you're ready to start building.

What is StoreKit?

StoreKit is the backend that powers your storefront. Think of it as your complete e-commerce infrastructure—product management, order processing, cart functionality, customer data, and more—all accessible through simple APIs.

You focus on creating beautiful user experiences. We handle everything else.

Why Use StoreKit?

• No Backend Required - We provide the complete backend infrastructure. You only build the frontend.
• Simple Authentication - Customer data is managed through cookies. No complex auth flows needed.
• One API Key - Get your store's API key and start building immediately.
• Multi-Platform - Build web apps, mobile apps, or anything that can make HTTP requests.
• Full Control - Customize your storefront however you want while we handle the heavy lifting.

How It Works

Here's the simple flow:

1. Create Your Store - Sign up on StoreKit dashboard and create your first store
2. Get Your API Key - Each store gets a unique API key for secure access
3. Build Your Frontend - Use our APIs to fetch products, manage cart, process orders
4. Deploy Anywhere - Host your storefront on any platform you prefer

graph LR
    A[Your Frontend] -->|API Calls| B[StoreKit APIs]
    B -->|Products, Orders, Cart| C[StoreKit Backend]
    C -->|Response| B
    B -->|Data| A

What Can You Build?

With StoreKit APIs, you can create:

• Custom Web Stores - Build unique shopping experiences with React, Vue, Next.js, or any framework
• Mobile Apps - Create native iOS/Android apps or use React Native, Flutter
• Progressive Web Apps - Build fast, installable web experiences
• Headless Storefronts - Connect any frontend to your store's backend
• Multi-Platform Solutions - Use the same backend for web, mobile, and more

Core Features You Get

Product Management

• Fetch all products or specific product details
• Filter and search products
• AI-generated product images
• Category and collection support

Shopping Cart

• Add, update, and remove items
• Persistent cart across sessions
• Guest and authenticated user carts
• Real-time cart synchronization

Order Processing

• Create and track orders
• Order history for customers
• Order status updates
• Seamless checkout flow

Customer Management

• User authentication via cookies
• Guest checkout support
• Customer profiles and data
• No complex auth implementation needed

Wishlist & Favorites

• Save products for later
• Manage customer wishlists
• Sync across devices

Who Is This For?

StoreKit is perfect for:

• Frontend Developers - Build storefronts without backend knowledge
• Mobile App Developers - Create shopping apps without server management
• Agencies - Quickly deliver custom e-commerce solutions to clients
• Startups - Launch online stores fast without infrastructure overhead
• Freelancers - Offer custom storefront development services

What You Need to Know

To get started with StoreKit, you should be familiar with:

• Basic JavaScript or your preferred programming language
• Making HTTP requests (fetch, axios, or similar)
• Working with JSON data
• Basic frontend development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript)

That's it! If you can make an API call, you can build with StoreKit.

Authentication Made Simple

Unlike traditional e-commerce platforms, StoreKit handles authentication for you:

• No JWT management - We handle token generation and validation
• Cookie-based auth - Customers are automatically identified
• Guest support - Users can shop without creating accounts
• Automatic sync - Guest carts merge when users sign in

You just make API calls with your API key. We handle the rest.

Quick Start Checklist

Ready to build? Here's what you'll do:

• Create a StoreKit account
• Create your first store in the dashboard
• Grab your store's API key
• Make your first API call to fetch products
• Build your custom storefront
• Test the complete shopping flow
• Deploy your store

What's Next?

Now that you understand what StoreKit is, let's get you building:

1. Authentication & API Keys - Learn how to use your API key securely
2. Products API - Fetch and display products in your store
3. Cart API - Implement shopping cart functionality
4. Orders API - Process customer orders
5. Code Examples - See complete implementation examples

Need Help?

• API Reference - Detailed documentation for every endpoint
• Code Examples - Real-world implementation samples
• OpenAPI Spec - Test APIs directly in your browser
• Support - Reach out when you get stuck

Let's build something amazing together! 🚀

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