Shopify store setup
Shopify store setup, done for you
I set up your Shopify store from start to finish: theme, products, payments, shipping, taxes, domain and policies, all tested with test orders before launch. You get one fixed quote in writing after a free review.
Working to a budget? Tell me what you can spend and I’ll fit the scope to it. For first-time clients, the consultation and plan are free. Discuss your budget
- Shopify Select Partner
- 4.96 average from 719 reviews
- 1,000+ Shopify projects delivered
- Fixed quote after a free review
Starting from
$250USD
Overview
What a proper setup actually covers
Opening a Shopify account takes a few minutes. Shopify's own getting-started guide, as checked on 7 November 2026, begins with three steps: add a product, choose a theme and set up a domain. The settings that decide whether the store can sell properly come after that: payments, shipping rates, taxes, policies, notifications, collections and a theme that suits your products. This service covers all of it, so you launch a store that works rather than a store that's merely open.
I import your products by CSV with variants, images and SEO titles, group them into collections and build the menus. I help you pick a theme and test it with your own products first, because Shopify states that paid themes are non-refundable. Then I set up payments, shipping zones and taxes for every country you sell to. Shopify can calculate most common sales taxes automatically, but it doesn't register or file for you unless you use Shopify Tax with automated filing, so I match the settings to the registrations you actually hold: VAT and OSS in the EU, UK VAT, GST in Australia or US sales tax.
Policies start from Shopify's automated templates, which stay in sync with your store settings. Shopify says those templates aren't legal advice, so you review them before launch. Finally, I place test orders through Shopify's test payment gateway or Shopify Payments test mode. They aren't charged, and live orders can't go through while test mode is on, so this happens before the password comes off. Work through the store launch checklist to see everything I check.
A specialist team, led by me, does the work, and I'm your single point of contact. Setup starts from $250, with a fixed quote in writing after a free review. If you need a fully custom design rather than setup, store design and development starts from $300. For the Shopify side of your budget, see what a Shopify store costs.
Signs you need this
- You've opened a Shopify account, but the store still isn't live.
- Payment, shipping and tax settings feel like guesswork.
- You sell to more than one country and aren't sure how VAT, GST or sales tax should be set up.
- Your products sit in a spreadsheet, not in Shopify.
- You'd rather spend launch weeks on stock and marketing than on settings.
What the service includes
Theme chosen and customised
A free or paid theme tested with your products, then set up with your logo, colours, fonts, homepage sections and product page layout.
Products and collections
Products imported by CSV with variants, images, SEO titles and descriptions, grouped into collections and menus customers can browse.
Payments and checkout
Shopify Payments or another provider connected and tested, with the payment methods your customers expect in each market.
Shipping and taxes
Shipping zones and rates for each country you sell to, and tax settings matched to your VAT, GST or US sales tax registrations.
Domain, emails and policies
Your domain connected with auto-renewal on, order emails customised, and policies drafted from Shopify's templates for you to check.
Launch testing
Test orders placed on mobile and desktop through the test gateway or Shopify Payments test mode, before the store opens.
Benefits
Why set up with me
Settings done in the right order
Markets, taxes, shipping and payments depend on each other, so I set them up together and you don't fix one and break another.
The store stays yours
The store is on your account, in your name. I work through a collaborator account, which you control and can remove at any time.
Shopify Select Partner, 7+ years
More than 1,000 Shopify projects and a 4.96 rating from 719 reviews. A specialist team, led by me, does the work, and you deal with me throughout.
How it works
How it works
- 1
Free review and fixed quote
You tell me what you sell, where and to whom. I send three points on what needs care, then a fixed quote and timeline in writing.
- 2
Plan and access
We agree the theme, catalogue structure and markets, then I request collaborator access using the 4-digit code you give me.
- 3
Build and configure
Products, collections, theme, payments, shipping, taxes, domain, emails and policies are set up while the store stays password protected.
- 4
Test and launch
Test orders, mobile checks and a final settings review, then the password comes off and I check the first live orders with you.
Is it a fit?
Is this service right for you
A good fit
- You know what you're selling and want the store built properly the first time.
- You sell, or plan to sell, in the UK, EU, US or Australia and want tax and shipping set up correctly.
- You have more products than you want to add one by one.
- You want one fixed quote and one person accountable for the whole setup.
- You want to run the store yourself after launch, with notes on how.
Not the right fit
- You haven't decided what to sell yet, so a store setup would be premature.
- You want a fully custom theme designed from scratch, which is a custom theme project.
- You want someone to run your ads after launch. I don't offer ad management.
Comparison
Doing it yourself vs done for you
| Aspect | Doing it yourself | Done for you |
|---|---|---|
| Theme | Default theme, mostly unchanged | Fitted to your products and brand |
| Products | Added one at a time | Imported by CSV, with SEO fields |
| Taxes | Defaults left as they are | Matched to your registrations |
| Shipping | One rate for everywhere | Zones and rates per country |
| Policies | Templates published unread | Drafted, then checked by you |
| Testing | First real order is the test | Test orders before launch |
Reporting
What you get at handover
Settings record
Every payment, shipping, tax and market setting I configured, and where to find it in your admin.
Launch checklist
Payments, checkout, emails, shipping and taxes, each marked as tested.
App list
Every app installed, what it does and its monthly cost, if any.
How-to notes
Short notes on adding products, fulfilling orders and editing homepage sections yourself.
Recent Shopify work
Shopify stores I’ve built.
Ricrac Shop
Built start to finish for an Egyptian-made furniture and home brand: a bilingual English/Arabic store with room- and product-led navigation and a ‘Ready to Ship’ range. Product pages put installments, delivery estimates, warranty, returns and reviews where buyers decide. I also handled the speed and SEO work.
View the Ricrac Shop case study
Wood Tech
Built start to finish for an Australian woodworking-machinery distributor: CNC machines, edgebanders, panel saws and tooling, with brand, machine-type and used-machinery routes. Machine pages lead with ‘Enquire Now’, specs, brochures and videos to turn high-ticket visits into sales calls. I also handled the CRO, speed and SEO work.
View the Wood Tech case study
IrelandsEye Knitwear
Dublin knitwear brand selling sweaters, cardigans and knitwear staples, with multi-currency shopping for customers across Europe and beyond.
View the IrelandsEye Knitwear case study
123TelecomShop
Electronics retailer selling smartphones, cases and accessories, with daily deals and a device trade-in route.
View the 123TelecomShop case study
PerfumeBey
Extrait de parfum brand with a ‘2+1 gratis’ bundle offer, pay-later messaging and a bilingual storefront.
View the PerfumeBey case studyWhy work with me
Why brands choose to work with me.
A specialist team, led by me
I lead every project personally, and a team of Shopify specialists helps me deliver faster across CRO, design, development, apps and automation.
Decisions backed by data
Changes start from customer behaviour, analytics and recordings, not guesswork.
Built around revenue
Design and code are judged by what they do for conversion and order value.
Direct communication
You work with me directly, with working-hour overlap with the US, UK and Europe.
Shopify Select Partner
Listed at Select tier in the Shopify Partner Directory, with 7+ years on the platform.
Trusted by brands in 35 countries
355+ clients and a 4.96 average rating from 719 reviews.
Client reviews
What store owners say.
I am writing to highly recommend Ashraf, who I had the pleasure of working with on Fiverr. Ashraf is an exceptional worker who consistently delivers high-quality work with excellent attention to detail.
I hired Ashraf to code something in my website. Throughout the project, he demonstrated exceptional communication skills and was always responsive to my inquiries and concerns. He also was proactive in seeking my feedback and ensuring that the final product met my expectations.Shopify Custom Coding & CROjoerismash
NetherlandsAshraf is an outstanding developer who transformed my website beyond my expectations. He not only delivered on every request promptly but also enhanced the site with his expertise. Communication was excellent throughout the process, and the delivery was impressively fast, showcasing Ashraf's commitment to customer satisfaction. I highly recommend Ashraf for anyone seeking a skilled and reliable developer to elevate their website.
Shopify Store Design & Redesigngleamify_be
BelgiumExtraordinarily great work. Very fast and even added some extra details. Ashraf's dedication and attention to detail are truly impressive. He ensured that every aspect of the website was polished and functional, going above and beyond to deliver a product that exceeded my expectations. Communication was smooth and efficient, making the entire process a breeze. I highly recommend his services!
Shopify Custom Coding & CROjens1905
Netherlands
FAQ
Your questions, answered.
What store owners ask before starting this kind of project.
Ask me about your storeHow much does a Shopify store setup service cost?
It starts from $250. The exact price depends on how many products you have, how many countries you sell to, which apps you need and how much the theme needs customising. I review your plans for free and send one fixed quote in writing. Your Shopify plan is billed separately by Shopify.
How long does a store setup take?
It depends mostly on the size of the catalogue and the number of markets. A small catalogue for one country moves much faster than thousands of products sold in four regions. The timeline is written into the quote, so you know the launch date before work starts.
Do I need to buy a paid theme?
No. Shopify's free themes suit many stores. Shopify states that paid themes are non-refundable, so if a paid theme looks like a better fit, I test it with your products before you buy it.
Will the store be in my name?
Yes. You open the Shopify account and keep ownership. I work through a collaborator account, which doesn't count towards your store's user limit, and you can change its permissions or remove it whenever you like.
Can you set up a store that sells to several countries?
Yes. I set up markets, shipping zones and tax settings for each country. Shopify can calculate most common sales taxes, but it doesn't register you or file returns unless you use Shopify Tax with automated filing, so check your registrations with your accountant first.
Can you write my store policies?
I set up Shopify's automated policies and fill in the details from your store settings. Shopify says these templates are for information only and aren't legal advice, so you, or a lawyer, should review them before launch.
I've already started building my store. Can you finish it?
Yes. I review what's already there, keep what works and quote only for what's left. Half-built stores often just need the tax, shipping and payment settings finished and tested.
What happens after launch?
You get notes on running the store day to day. If you want ongoing help with theme updates, apps and fixes, my maintenance and support plan covers that, quoted separately.