How to Build a Site on Shopify from Scratch
SEOpologist can assist you in building a professional Shopify store, by following this guide and by setting up a free website consultation.
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Building an eCommerce store can be a daunting task. But with Shopify, you can create a professional online store in just a few simple steps. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through how to build a new Shopify store from scratch.
1. Choose Your Shopify Plan
The first step is to choose which Shopify plan is right for your business. There are three plans to choose from, ranging in price and features. The Basic plan is a good place to start for new businesses; check Shopify’s pricing page for current rates.
2. Pick a Theme
Once you’ve chosen your plan, it’s time to pick a theme for your store. With Shopify, you have over 60 themes to choose from, all of which are fully customizable. To learn more about choosing the perfect theme for your store, check out our blog post on the subject.
3. Customize Your Store
Now that you have your theme picked out, start customizing your store. You can add pages, change colors and fonts, add apps, and more. If you’d like to find out more about customizing your store, check out our blog post on the subject.
4. Add Products
The next step is to add products to your store. Products can be added manually or imported from another platform. For more information about adding products to your store, check out our blog post on the subject.
5. Set Up Payments
Shopify offers a variety of payment options, including credit cards, PayPal, and Apple Pay. To learn more about setting up payments for your store, check out our blog post on the subject.
6. Choose Your Shipping Methods
The final step is to choose your shipping methods for your store. Shopify shipping options include flat-rate shipping and real-time shipping quotes.
Conclusion
Building an eCommerce store doesn’t have to be difficult or time-consuming. With Shopify, you can create a professional online store in just a few simple steps.
If you want help with Shopify as you’re getting started, SEOpologist is always here to help! Contact us today to get a quote for your site on Shopify.
From the archive: first published in 2022. We keep older Field Notes online as a record of how search has evolved, and add updates where our thinking has changed.
