WooCommerce is a popular way to run an online store on WordPress.
Pros: It’s free to start, flexible, and highly customizable. You own your site and data. It supports physical and digital products. It has many themes, plugins, and payment options.
Cons: You must handle hosting, updates, backups, and security. Extra features often require paid plugins. Performance can slow on cheap hosting. Setup can feel technical for beginners. Ongoing maintenance takes time, or you may need expert help.