Answering The Top 10 Shopify Frequently Asked Questions
Today is all about answering your questions about Shopify!
We searched the internet and found some pretty interesting questions about Shopify, so we decided to answer all of them for you!
If you’re thinking about choosing or switching to Shopify as your website builder you’re in the right place. Let's get started!
Answering The Top 10 Shopify Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is Shopify?
Shopify is a software as a service subscription-based platform that allows users to set up an online store and sell their products online. In simple terms, Shopify is a website builder designed specifically for businesses running online stores.
With the monthly plans, the platform already provides the majority of applications and tools you need to run an online store.
2. How much does Shopify cost?
Shopify offers five different pricing plans and according to your business needs you can choose from:
Shopify Lite: $9/month
Basic Shopify: $29/month
Shopify: $79/month
Advanced Shopify: $299/month
Shopify Plus: starts at $2,000/month
3. What does a Shopify subscription include?
You can learn all about what’s included in the different Shopify plans here.
4. Can I change my Shopify plan?
Absolutely, you have the option to upgrade or downgrade your plan at any time.
5. Does Shopify charges transaction fees?
If you use Shopify Payments there are no transaction fees. Although, if this isn’t an option for you and you have to use an external payment gateway, you will be charged an additional fee of 2% (Basic Shopify plan), 1% (Shopify), or 0.5% (Advanced Shopify plan).
6. What type of business is Shopify good for and What can I sell on Shopify?
Shopify is very flexible and can support businesses selling both physical and digital goods or services. On Shopify, you can sell anything from physical products, digital products (ebooks, graphics, etc.), memberships (online yoga studio memberships, online fitness memberships, subscription boxes, etc.), online classes, and much more.
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7. How do I get started with Shopify?
To get used to the platform and decide if it’s the right one for you Shopify offers a 14-day free trial (no credit card needed). When the trial phase is over if you decide to launch your store, you need to pick a plan and, of course, enter your payment details.
Starting to sell your products on Shopify is very simple. You just need to create an account, add products to your store, and set up a payment processor.
8. Can I use my own domain name?
Sure! You have two options, you can purchase a domain name within Shopify, or connect an existing domain name that you already own.
9. Can someone build my Shopify website for me?
Yes, despite being able to purchase a pre-built template and DIY your website, many web designers (like us!) specialize in mastering Shopify to build awesome websites for their clients.
10. What famous companies or people use Shopify?
Among many many more… KKW Beauty, Kraft Heinz Co., Lindt & Spruengli, Whole Foods Market, and Red Bull GmbH use Shopify.
BONUS: Can you show me some of your Shopify projects?
Of course, we’re glad you asked! We’ve designed websites for stores selling yoga mats, natural products, or groceries. Here are some of our Shopify projects:
Final Thoughts
That’s it - All Your Questions About Shopify Answered!
Today we answered the top 10 Shopify frequently asked questions we could find online. If you have a question that wasn’t answered on this post send us an email. We'd love to hear from you and help you out!
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