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Quick Start Guide: Launch in 30 Minutes

Follow this checklist to get your store live and accepting orders in under 30 minutes.

4 min read18,920 viewsUpdated December 10, 2024Sarah Chen

Quick Start Guide: Launch in 30 Minutes

Ready to start selling? Follow this checklist to launch your store fast.

Before You Begin

  • Make sure you have:
  • Your logo (PNG or SVG, min 200x200px)
  • Product photos
  • Product descriptions and prices
  • Payment provider details (Stripe/PayPal)
  • Shipping rates

The 30-Minute Checklist

Minutes 1-5: Store Settings 1. Go to **Settings > Store Details** 2. Add your store name and logo 3. Set your timezone and currency 4. Add your business address

Minutes 6-10: Theme Setup 1. Go to **Online Store > Themes** 2. Click **Explore Free Themes** 3. Choose and install a theme 4. Click **Customize** to adjust colors

Minutes 11-20: Add Products 1. Go to **Products > Add Product** 2. Add title, description, and images 3. Set price and inventory 4. Set as active and save 5. Repeat for 2-3 products minimum

Minutes 21-25: Payment Setup 1. Go to **Settings > Payments** 2. Click **Add Payment Provider** 3. Choose Stripe or PayPal 4. Enter your credentials 5. Enable test mode first!

Minutes 26-30: Final Checks 1. Preview your store 2. Place a test order 3. Verify emails are sent 4. Remove password protection 5. 🎉 You're live!

What's Next?

  • After launch, focus on:
  • Adding more products
  • Setting up shipping zones
  • Creating discount codes
  • Connecting social media
  • Announcing your launch!

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