Shopify FAQs

Yes! You can use a free all-in-one software like Veeqo to manage your Shopify and Amazon inventory and order fulfilment simultaneously. Veeqo allows you to integrate multiple stores, including Amazon, Shopify, eBay, Walmart and Etsy, and automatically updates your inventory in each store whenever you get a sale. Find out more about how it can help your business.

Shopify itself does not pay for shipping. Shipping costs are typically incurred by the merchant or, in some cases, passed on to the customer. However, Shopify provides various tools and integrations, such as Veeqo, to help businesses streamline their shipping processes and calculate shipping costs at checkout.

To set up a referral program on Shopify, you can use apps like ReferralCandy, Smile.io, or Refersion. After installing your preferred app, configure the referral program by setting up rewards, tracking, and design elements. Then, you can promote the program to your customers and encourage them to refer others to your store to earn rewards.

To calculate weight-based "free plus shipping" on Shopify, access your Shopify admin, go to "Settings" > "Shipping and delivery," and set up a new shipping rate based on weight. Configure this rate to offer free shipping within specific weight ranges and specify the cost for shipping. Test your setup to ensure it works correctly, and regularly review and adjust your rates as needed.

To add personalization options on Shopify, follow these steps: Log in to your Shopify Admin: Go to your Shopify dashboard and access your store. Products: From your dashboard, navigate to the "Products" tab and select the specific product you want to add personalization options for. Variants: Within the product page, scroll down to the "Variants" section. Here, you can create different product variants, such as size, color, or any other options you want to personalize. Edit Variants: Click on "Edit" for a specific variant, and you can add a custom field for personalization. For example, if you're selling custom T-shirts, you can create a variant for "Size" and add a text box for customers to enter their personalized text. Save Changes: Once you've added the personalization options, remember to save your changes. Test: After saving, view your product on the front-end to ensure the personalization options appear as you want them. Install Apps: Depending on your specific personalization needs, you might want to explore apps from the Shopify App Store. These can provide more advanced personalization options, like custom engraving or monogramming.

Choosing between selling on Shopify or Amazon depends on your business goals and strategy, but you could always sell on both and offer a multichannel experience.

Shopify allows you to build a branded online store and tailor the shopping experience to your user. This is ideal if you're focused on long-term brand building, customer relationships, and have a unique product offering.

In contrast, Amazon is a massive online marketplace with extensive reach and a built-in customer base. If you're looking for immediate access to a large audience and less administrative overhead, Amazon can be a great option.

Many businesses successfully use both platforms. To decide, consider factors like your product, target audience, branding objectives, and willingness to handle fulfillment and customer service.