Start an online
store for free
Shopify is the all-in-one platform to build, run, and grow your online boutique. Start free, then get 3 months for $1/month
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Powering millions of businesses worldwide
Smarter selling starts here
World's best checkout
Fast, flexible, and converts 15% better than other platforms, on average.
Built-in AI tools
Get more done with AI functionality that's built into every store.
Fast, reliable hosting
Our 99.9% uptime keeps your store running smoothly, day and night.
"Every Shopify plan comes with unlimited storage…and products, which means Shopify scales beautifully as your business grows."
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The global platform for commerce
$1.1+ trillion
Total sales through Shopify worldwide.
175+ countries
With businesses powered by Shopify.
Build with help by your side
24/7 support
Our support staff and virtual help assistant are here to help.
16K+ apps
For whatever extra functionality your business might need.
Online courses
Lessons and tips from experts to help you succeed.
Shopify Partners
Do more with commerce's largest network of partners.
Frequently asked questions
How can I start my own online business? +
- Find a business idea
- Write your business plan
- Secure financing to fund your business
- Choose a business structure
- Get federal and state tax ID numbers
- Obtain a business license and permits
- Open a business bank account
- Get business insurance
- Select your tools and software
- Build your team
- Market your business
Can you start a business with no money? +
- Tap into a skillset you have and use free tools
- Save six months' worth of expenses
- Ask your family and friends for startup funds
- Find out about local small business grants and funding opportunities
- Apply for a small business loan
- Look into potential angel investors
When should you start a business? +
There's never a specific right time to start a business. You should start a business when you have the time, resources, and a solid idea to bring to life.
How can I get a business license for my online store? +
- Register your business
- File for an employer identification number (EIN)
- Acquire a federal business license or permit
- Acquire state and municipal licenses
- Renew your business license
What are the most successful small businesses? +
- Dropshipping
- Print on demand
- Tax preparation and bookkeeping
- Handmade products
- Digital products
- Photography
- Video games
- Self-published author
- Pet product retailer
- Thrifting
What is Shopify and how does it work? +
Shopify is a complete commerce platform that lets you start, grow, and manage an online boutique and business.
With Shopify, you can:
- Create and customize an online store
- Sell in multiple places, including web, mobile, social media, online marketplaces, brick-and-mortar locations, and pop-up shops
- Manage products, inventory, payments, and shipping
Shopify is completely cloud-based and hosted, which means you don't have to worry about upgrading or maintaining software or web servers.
Your ideas. Our platform.
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