What are the requirements to open a Shopify store? What costs are involved?
Email Address – A valid email for account registration (Gmail or business email recommended).
Business Information – Basic details like business name, address, and contact information.
Payment Method – A credit/debit card to activate your subscription (Shopify does not accept PayPal for initial billing).
Product Information – At least one product to set up your store (can be added later).
Legal Compliance – Ensure your products comply with Shopify’s policies (no counterfeit or restricted items).
Subscription Plans – Starting at $29/month (Basic Shopify) up to $299/month (Advanced Shopify).
Domain Name – Custom domain (~$14/year) or free subdomain (e.g., yourstore.myshopify.com).
Transaction Fees – If not using Shopify Payments, additional fees (0.5%-2% per sale).
Apps & Themes – Free and paid options (premium themes cost $100-$350 one-time).
Marketing & Ads – Optional costs for promotions (Facebook Ads, Google Ads, etc.).
Shopify offers a 3-day free trial, followed by a paid plan. No strict approval process is required—just sign up and start selling!
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