Levelling up retail: A year of Motive Commerce Search

We made it! It’s been exactly one year since the launch of Motive Commerce Search. One year since we began disrupting the eCommerce space. We’re excited to see so many shops taking advantage of a privacy-centred alternative to traditional search experiences. One that’s built on transparency and trust.

The last year has been one of democratising technology, helping retailers of all sizes level up their business so they can challenge the giants of eCommerce with the same technology built to support them.

The number of customers connecting with the Motive message and getting behind our ethos is clear. With over 10 million products indexed and 30 million searches made in this last year alone Motive is undeniably revolutionising the search game.

Growth across borders and markets

We’ve been excited to see our customer base across Spain, the UK, Italy and Portugal grow, helping a wide variety of businesses build trust and sell more. And we’re excited that so many shops across so many industries are seeing the benefits of Motive Commerce Search.

Shop owners, managers and eCommerce specialists from fashion and beauty to groceries and pharmaceuticals have been getting onboard and seeing the benefits. And Motive Commerce Search has made it easier than ever for their shoppers to find exactly what they’re looking for.

There from the beginning have been shops like La Frikilería and Coalla, with even more shops like Padel Style, Mundoalfombra, Clarel, Inside Shops, Lámparas Gálvez and more taking advantage of the features Motive Commerce Search offers.

Motive Commerce Search has helped these shops recreate the magic of the in-store shopping experience online by creating an experience that mimics that of a real store. We’ve designed Motive Commerce Search so that shoppers can easily find specific items and explore new products while enjoying features like popular products, which act like a virtual best-sellers shelf helping retailers convert more than ever.

Businesses using Motive have not only leveraged features like these to shape their digital storefronts and boost sales, but have also shared valuable feedback that has helped us continually improve.

And of course, we have to give a shoutout to our amazing Partners who have been an important part of our growth. Our Partner Programme is filled with incredible eCommerce specialists and agencies who have helped us extend our reach and capabilities, driving our continued success and innovation.

Innovating a privacy-first future

At the heart of Motive is a commitment to improving eCommerce and protecting privacy. That commitment has led to the development of features like synonyms, business rules, banners and other features that don’t rely on customer tracking or profiling to work.

In an age of data breaches and intrusive tracking, Motive Commerce Search is a breath of fresh air, and proves there is an ethical alternative for both shops and shoppers.

In partnership with Perspectus Global, we conducted a survey that revealed an increasing public concern about privacy. We discovered that 95% of Britons deemed online privacy protection crucial, with 83% worried about their data being tracked and sold to advertisers. 67% have even abandoned a website over data use concerns, demonstrating the need for eCommerce businesses to respect their customers' privacy.

With these stats in mind, Motive is empowering businesses, big and small, by offering cutting-edge search technology that doesn't compromise on privacy.

Transforming eCommerce, one search at a time.

We’re excited to celebrate our first year of growth. And we’re excited to take all the things we’ve learned and use them as stepping stones towards the ultimate goal of giving all retailers the opportunity to grow no matter what their size or budget.

The success of our customers will continue to fuel our drive for innovation and commitment to trust, transparency and privacy. While their growth continues to prove the effectiveness of Motive Commerce Search itself.

And what about our plans for the coming year? Well, we can’t wait to enter even more new markets and achieve great things, continuously improving our offering and providing shops of all sizes with the tools they need to grow.

We hope you’ve enjoyed the journey as much as we have. But we’re only getting started.