How Many Shopify Stores Can I Have? Complete Guide

If you want to run more than one online business or need separate storefronts for different brands, you might wonder how many Shopify stores you can have. Shopify does not limit the number of stores you can create, but each store must have its own unique email address and subscription plan. This means you can open as many Shopify stores as you need, but you will need to manage each one separately and pay for each store's monthly subscription individually.

Opening multiple Shopify stores is common for entrepreneurs with different brands, product lines, or target markets. Each store operates independently, with its own admin, inventory, and billing. Below, you'll find step-by-step instructions to set up additional Shopify stores and important things to consider before you start.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Sign Out of Your Current Shopify Admin

   • Log out of your existing Shopify admin panel to avoid confusion between accounts.

2. Register a New Shopify Store

   • Go to Shopify's signup page.
   • Use a different email address than your existing store(s).
   • Fill in the required details and choose your store name.

3. Choose a Subscription Plan

   • Start with a free trial or select a paid plan for your new store.
   • Each store requires its own subscription; there are no bulk discounts for multiple stores.

4. Set Up Your New Store

   • Customize your theme, add products, set up payment gateways, and configure shipping.
   • Each store's settings and data are managed separately.

5. Repeat as Needed

   • Follow the same process for each additional store you want to create.

Managing Multiple Stores

• Use different browsers or browser profiles to keep store sessions separate.
• Consider using Shopify apps or third-party tools to help manage inventory and orders across stores, if needed.

Before You Start

• Each Shopify store needs a unique email address and its own subscription plan.
• There is no built-in way to manage multiple stores from a single Shopify admin; you must log in to each store separately.
• If you plan to use the same business information (like payment processors or tax IDs), ensure you comply with Shopify's terms and local laws.
• Back up important data from each store regularly, as they are managed independently.

Alternatives to This Action

• If you only need to sell in multiple languages or currencies, consider using Shopify Markets or multi-language apps instead of opening a new store.
• To pause your store temporarily instead of opening a new one, use Shopify's Pause and Build plan.
• For managing multiple brands under one admin, Shopify Plus offers multi-store management, but it's designed for enterprise-level businesses.

FAQs

Q: Can I manage multiple Shopify stores under one account?

No, each Shopify store is managed separately and requires its own login and subscription. However, Shopify Plus users can manage multiple stores from one organization admin.

Q: Do I need a separate email for each Shopify store?

Yes, each Shopify store must be registered with a unique email address. This helps keep store management and notifications separate.

Q: Is there a discount for running multiple Shopify stores?

Shopify does not offer discounts for multiple standard stores. Each store requires its own subscription. Shopify Plus may provide multi-store solutions for enterprise clients.

Q: Can I use the same products in different Shopify stores?

Yes, you can list the same products in multiple stores, but you must add them separately to each store. Inventory and orders are managed independently for each store.