Make it your business

Spend more time handcrafting the things you love and less time building your website.

Start your business journey with Shopify

Sell anywhere

Accept orders for your handmade goods from customers all over the world, and fulfill them from your home computer, studio laptop, or mobile phone wherever you are.

Effortless management

With less time and effort needed to manage your business you can devote yourself to handcrafting your products.

From followers to customers

Transform your existing audience on your social media channels into loyal customers who appreciate the care you put into your handcrafted products.

Community trust

Join more than 1.7 million merchants in our community who trust Shopify to power their businesses.

Empowering independent business owners everywhere

“I went from the girl who was crying in her bed because no one wanted to hire her to the girl who hired herself.”

— Christina Fitzsimmons, Karachè Kosmetics

“You're able to have your own time, own your own brand, and there’s nothing like hearing that ChaChing when you’re out living your life and doing something that you love.”

— Micah May Williams, Maye-Williams Active

“Shopify is more than just a website builder; for us it's a partner we share values with, allowing dreaming and growing big, an opportunity to change and grow and improve your life.”

— Nour Khodr, Rūt Essentials

“I couldn't possibly manage all of these things on my own and as someone who likes to keep overhead minimal and things simple, Shopify was a dream come true.”

— Michael Carini, Carini Arts

We're here with the tools and resources to help you get started

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It all starts with an idea, one that you are connected with and passionate about.

How 4 Handmade Goods Store Owners Turned Their Passions Into Profit

Ecommerce has revolutionized how artisans and makers sell their handmade items. It has become increasingly easier for creative DIY entrepreneurs to start a business, from scratch, online.

How to Set Up an Online Store with Shopify

Learn how to get started building your own Shopify store by following our example —including the mistakes to avoid.

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