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What to Expect when Going onto Shopify

•By Shannon Grice•
ShopifyE-CommerceGuide

What to Expect when Going onto Shopify


Shopify is a powerful platform, but it also comes with a lot of complexity if it is your first foray into ecommerce. We've put together this guide to help you understand what to expect.


The Planning Phase


Before you even start building, you'll need to:


  • Define your product catalog structure
  • Plan your collection organization
  • Map out your navigation
  • Determine your shipping zones and rates
  • Set up payment providers

    • The Build Phase


    Once planning is complete, development begins:


  • **Theme Setup**: Custom theme development or theme customization
  • **Content Migration**: Moving products, collections, and content
  • **App Integration**: Adding necessary apps for functionality
  • **Testing**: QA across devices and browsers

    • The Launch Phase


    Going live involves:


  • Final QA and testing
  • DNS changes
  • SSL certificate setup
  • Staff training
  • Post-launch monitoring

    • Timeline


    A typical Shopify build takes 6-12 weeks depending on:


  • Catalog size
  • Custom feature requirements
  • Number of integrations
  • Content migration complexity

    • Budget Considerations


    Plan for costs including:


  • Shopify monthly subscription
  • Theme development
  • App subscriptions
  • Payment processing fees
  • Marketing and photography

    • Ready to get started? Contact us for a detailed project estimate tailored to your needs.