Starting an online store can feel overwhelming, but after you’ve followed our Getting Started Guide (either for Photography, Fine Art, or Retail), here are some final checks to help make sure everything’s ready for your customers!
Verify Your Merchant, Shipping, & Sales Tax Settings
Make sure:
- Your chosen payment method is active so customers can complete their purchases.
Learn More: Set Up Your Merchant
- Shipping options are set up correctly to deliver orders smoothly.
Learn More: Set Up Your Shipping Methods
- Sales tax is configured if required.
Learn More: Set Up Your Sales Tax
Set Up Order Notifications
In GENERAL SETTINGS, add your email address so you’ll receive notifications when an order comes in. This helps you stay updated on new orders and respond promptly to your customers.
Check Your Branding
Go to the Branding section in your account to ensure your logo, contact information, and other brand details are correct. This ensures your brand appears consistently in order receipts and across your site, creating a seamless experience for customers.
Learn More: How To Update Your Branding
Add Images to Products, Scheduler, Services, & Packages
A clear image helps customers visualize your offerings, so we recommend adding images to all products, scheduler, packages, and services on your store. Quality images enhance your store's appeal and help customers understand exactly what they’re purchasing.
Use Categories & Price Lists
Organize your offerings by categories to make it easier for customers to find what they need. For instance:
- Use categories for distinct types like canvas prints, metal prints, and jewelry, rather than grouping all products under one general category.
Learn More: How To Set Up Product Categories
Learn More: How To Set Up Package Categories
Learn More: How To Set Up Service Categories
- This helps customers quickly locate items and makes for a smoother shopping experience, especially when you create a price list to refine the options your client has available to them.
Learn More: How To Create A Price List
Run a Test Order
If you’re new to PhotoBiz ECommerce, try a test order to see your site from the customer's perspective. An easy way to do this is by creating a gift card to use in the test order. Running a test order lets you:
- Experience the checkout process.
- Ensure order receipts, branding, and notifications look as expected.
- Confirm that all parts of your order process work smoothly before receiving real orders.
Following these final steps will help ensure a professional, user-friendly experience for your customers. You're all set for a smooth launch—happy selling!
