Introduction

This guide will walk you through the process of creating your very own e-commerce store, from scratch or by transforming an existing website.

Having an online presence as a business is essential!

With more people opting to shop online than ever before, setting up an e-commerce store allows you to reach a wider audience and scale your business beyond the limitations of a physical location. 

Let’s walk you through the set-up process! 

Step 1: Starting from Scratch

1. Navigate to the Stores Tab:

   • Go to the Websites & Funnels section in your dashboard.

   • Click on the Stores tab.

   • Select the +New Store button to begin creating your e-commerce website.

2. Choose a Template or Start Blank:

• You can either start with a blank site or choose from available templates. Both options are fully compatible with e-commerce integration.

3. Wait for Setup:

• Once the website is created, the system will automatically add all the necessary store elements. This may take a moment.

Step 2: Converting an Existing Website into a Store

1. Edit Your Existing Site:

   • If you want to add a store to a website you’ve already created, navigate to the website builder.

   • Select the site you wish to edit and click Edit on any page.

Step 3: Adding the Store Element

1. Enable E-commerce Features:

   • Inside the website builder, go to the Add Elements section.

   • Find and click on the Store option to enable e-commerce features.

2. Follow Prompts:

• The system will guide you through adding the store element to your site, which may take a few moments.

Step 4: Managing Your Products

1. Add or Manage Products:

• Click on the Product List element, then select Manage Products. This will direct you to the Payments > Products tab.

2. Product Details:

• Add new products or manage existing ones by filling out detailed descriptions, pricing, and any variants.

• Assign your products to the online store during creation to ensure they appear on your website.

3. Customize the Product List:

• Back in the website builder, customize the product list element by adjusting font styles, colors, layout options, etc.

• You can set the number of products displayed on the page (minimum of 3, maximum of 24).

Step 5: Customizing Your Store's Appearance

1. Enhance Your Store:

   • Add additional elements like buttons, promotional banners, and more to enhance the functionality and design of your store.

   • Adjust the font styles, colors, and layout to align with your brand’s aesthetic.

Step 6: Finalizing Your Store

1. Review Store Pages:

Navigate through the store pages, such as Product Details, Cart, Checkout, and Thank You pages, to ensure everything is set up correctly.

2. Make Adjustments:

• Make any necessary adjustments to these pages to provide a seamless shopping experience for your customers.

3. Save and Publish:

• Click Save to keep your changes, and Publish to make your store live.

Troubleshooting and FAQs

• How do I import products from another platform?

  • If you’re using Stripe, you can import products directly by navigating to the Products section and selecting the import option.

• My changes aren’t saving. What should I do?

Ensure you’re hitting the Save button after making changes. If issues persist, clear your browser cache or try using a different browser.