Shopify Basics
From zero to your first online store. This series covers everything you need to set up and run a fully functional Shopify store — from understanding the platform to processing your first order.
What Is Shopify? Why Should You Use It to Sell Online?
You want to sell online but don't know where to start. This article explains what Shopify is, how it works, and why millions of people choose it to open their first store.
The Shopify Glossary: Terms Every New Merchant Should Know
Your first time inside Shopify Admin, you'll run into unfamiliar terms: Variant, Fulfillment, Metafield... This glossary is your cheat sheet.
How to Register and Set Up Your Shopify Store from Scratch
A step-by-step guide to getting a basic Shopify store up and running in 30 minutes. Open your laptop and follow along.
Choosing a Theme & Customizing Your Shopify Storefront
Your store's design is the first thing customers notice. A great theme doesn't have to be expensive — but it needs to load fast and look good on mobile.
How to Add Products & Organize Collections on Shopify
This is where your store starts to have real content. How you list products and organize your catalog directly affects the shopping experience.
Setting Up Payments & Shipping on Shopify
No payments, no revenue. Wrong shipping setup, and customers abandon their cart. This article solves both problems.
Custom Domain, SSL & Going Live on Shopify
Your store has products, payments, and shipping — but the address is still yourstore.myshopify.com. This article covers the final setup before going live.
Processing Your First Order & Basic Shopify Operations
The first order is when everything gets real. This article walks through the complete process from notification to delivery — and day-to-day operations.