Creating a Print-on-Demand Store Guide

Sep 9, 2024

Setting Up a Print-on-Demand Store with Printify and Shopify

Introduction

  • Host: Mac
  • Topic: Setting up a print-on-demand store using Printify and Shopify.
  • Link to previous video on print-on-demand basics and an e-guide in the description.

Overview of Print-on-Demand

  • Print on Demand (POD): A business model where you partner with suppliers to sell products without holding inventory.
    • Supplier provides white label or blank products.
    • You design the products virtually.
    • Supplier handles production, packing, and shipping.
  • Advantages: No inventory management, potential for passive income.

Platforms

  • Printify: The supplier that creates and ships products.
    • Offers various products like candles, blankets, toys, etc.
  • Shopify: Paid website hosting platform with a free trial available.
    • Allows you to build an online store.

Steps to Create a Print-on-Demand Store

1. Create Your Shopify Account

  • Sign up for a free trial.
  • You can change your store name later.
  • Shopify dashboard provides a helpful setup guide.

2. Create Your Printify Account

  • Sign up for Printify after Shopify setup.
  • You need personal and bank details for both accounts.

3. Sync Shopify and Printify

  • In Printify, go to "Add New Store" and select Shopify.
  • Copy your Shopify domain and paste it in Printify.
    • Ensure correct domain format (remove "admin").
  • Log in to Shopify through Printify to connect the accounts.

4. Select Products to Sell

  • Explore Printify’s product catalog and select items to sell.
  • Example: Designing a plush toy with custom graphics.
  • Use high-resolution designs for better print quality.

5. Upload Product to Shopify

  • After designing, save the product to upload to Shopify.
  • Edit product title and description for SEO (Search Engine Optimization).
  • Set pricing based on cost and desired profit margin.
  • Example: Product cost is $16.42; suggested retail price is $27.37.

6. Publish the Product

  • Choose variant visibility (e.g., show only in-stock items).
  • Hit publish and wait for confirmation.
  • Check the Shopify store to see the new product listed.

Additional Tips

  • Continue exploring Printify’s catalog for product ideas.
  • Same design can be used on multiple products (mugs, t-shirts, etc.).
  • Use Printify's help center and live chat for support.
  • Printify is free to sign up; you only pay per order fulfilled.

Conclusion

  • Encouragement to leave questions in comments.
  • Links to resources mentioned in the video are available in the description.