Integrated webshop in SportMember – everything in one place for clubs

An integrated webshop means your online store is part of the same system as your member database, calendar, payments, and communication. With SportMember, you don't need separate e-commerce platforms, external payment solutions, or manual data transfers. Everything is gathered in one place with one login, one administration, and one overview.

What does an integrated webshop mean?

An integrated webshop is directly connected to your club administration, so data automatically flows between systems. Members log in with the same account, orders are registered together with other club transactions, and administrators manage everything from one dashboard.

Unlike standalone webshop solutions like Shopify or WooCommerce that run as separate systems, SportMember's webshop is built into the platform. This eliminates the need to maintain multiple systems, manually synchronize data, or handle different logins. For volunteer managers with limited time, this simplicity is crucial.

Why choose an integrated solution over a separate webshop?

A separate webshop creates extra administrative work and risk of errors. With an integrated solution, you save time, reduce complexity, and get better oversight of the club's finances.

One login for members

Members use their existing SportMember login to shop in the webshop. They don't need to create a new account, remember an extra password, or register in multiple places. This increases the likelihood of them actually purchasing because the process is seamless.

Unified finances and overview

Webshop sales appear together with membership fees, activity payments, and other club transactions. You get one unified overview of the club's finances instead of gathering data from different systems.

Automatic data flow

When a member purchases in the webshop, the order is automatically registered with the member's profile. You can see purchase history directly on the member's profile without looking it up in separate systems.

Shared payment solution

The same payment recipient you use for membership fees and activity payments can be used for the webshop. The money lands in the same place, and you have one place to manage your payment setup.

How does the integration work in practice?

The webshop shares data with the rest of the SportMember system in real-time. Here are the key integrations:

Member integration

Members are already in the system. When they purchase, the order is linked to their profile. You can see who bought what directly in the member overview. If a member updates their email or address, it automatically applies to the webshop too.

Payment integration

The webshop uses the same payment infrastructure as the rest of SportMember. Your payment recipient (bank account) is already set up, and you don't need to configure separate payment gateways.

Notification integration

Order notifications are sent to the people you choose – typically equipment manager, treasurer, or board. Notifications use the same system as other SportMember messages, so you don't need to set up separate email flows.

Reporting and statistics

Webshop data is included in your overall club reports. View sales figures, popular products, and revenue together with other club metrics in one dashboard.

Benefits of having everything in one place

Less administration

Volunteers spend less time maintaining separate systems, synchronizing data, or solving technical problems. Everything works together automatically.

Fewer sources of error

When data only exists in one place, inconsistencies between systems don't occur. A member's contact information is always the same, whether used for communication or delivery address.

Better member experience

Members experience a cohesive platform where they can pay membership fees, sign up for activities, and buy club clothing with the same login and payment method.

Lower costs

You don't pay for separate webshop subscriptions, external payment gateway fees, or integration solutions. Everything is included in SportMember.

How to get started with the integrated webshop

1. Open webshop settings in your SportMember administration
2. Accept terms and connect your existing payment recipient
3. Choose administrators who should receive order notifications
4. Add delivery information (pickup, shipping, or both)
5. Create products with images, prices, and variants
6. Activate the webshop – members can now shop via app and web

Who can access the webshop?

All members can view and purchase in the webshop via the SportMember app or web. Administration of products, orders, and settings is limited to those you grant permission.

You can also open the webshop to non-members if you want to sell merchandise or tickets to the public. In this case, external buyers create a simple guest account.

FAQ – Frequently asked questions about integrated webshop

Can I use my existing payment recipient for the webshop?

Yes, the webshop uses the same payment recipient as membership fees and activity payments. You don't need to create a new one or configure anything extra.

Do members need to create a new account to shop?

No, members use their existing SportMember login. They log in with the same email and password as always and can immediately start shopping.

Can I see who bought what?

Yes, all orders are linked to members' profiles. You can see purchase history directly in the member overview or in the webshop order list.

Does the webshop work in the SportMember app?

Yes, members can browse products and complete purchases directly in the SportMember app. The experience is optimized for mobile with easy navigation and quick checkout.

What happens with webshop sales in the club's accounting?

Webshop transactions are registered together with other payments in SportMember. You can see sales figures, completed orders, and revenue in your financial overview.

Can we have different administrators for webshop and members?

Yes, you control who has access to what. A person can have access to the webshop without being able to see member information, and vice versa.

What if we already have an external webshop?

You can continue with an external solution, but you lose the integration benefits. Many clubs choose to migrate to SportMember's integrated webshop to simplify administration and save time.

Are there limitations on number of products or orders?

No, you can create unlimited products and handle unlimited orders. There's no cap on sales volume or product catalog.