Digital Goods E-Commerce Web App

I’m looking to have an e-commerce web application built for selling downloadable products—think audio files, eBooks, design templates, or any other purely digital item. The site’s only purpose is to make that purchase-to-download experience flawless, so security, speed, and reliability are non-negotiable.

Here’s what the finished platform must include:

• User account management
– Sign-up/login (email or social), password reset, profile management
– Purchase history with lifetime access to files

• Payment gateway integration
– Stripe or PayPal preferred, but I’m open to alternatives if you can justify the switch
– Webhooks to verify transactions and trigger file delivery

• Digital content delivery system
– Automatic, expiring download links (or streaming where relevant) generated immediately after payment confirmation
– File storage solution that protects against unauthorized sharing

I’d like responsive front-end code, modern best practices (React, Vue, or comparable), and a back-end that scales (Node.js, Django, Laravel, etc.). Containerised deployment (Docker/Kubernetes) or a serverless approach is welcome if it shortens launch time and simplifies maintenance.

Please outline:
1. Your proposed tech stack
2. A rough timeline with key milestones
3. Examples of similar work—screenshots or live URLs preferred

Well-structured, well-commented code and a quick handoff guide will be part of the acceptance criteria. I’m ready to start right away and will be available for fast feedback on each milestone.