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Overview

Your shop is your brand identity on the platform. A well-configured shop attracts customers and builds trust. This guide covers all aspects of shop configuration.

Accessing Shop Settings

Route: /seller/shop
1

Navigate to Shop Settings

From your seller dashboard, click “Shop Settings” or “My Shop”Screenshot Description: Seller dashboard menu with Shop Settings option highlighted
2

View Current Configuration

Review your existing shop information
3

Edit Shop Details

Update any section and save changes

Basic Shop Information

Shop Name and Identity

1

Enter Shop Name

Choose a unique, memorable name for your shop
2

Upload Shop Logo

  • Recommended size: 300x300px
  • Format: PNG with transparent background preferred
  • Maximum file size: 2MB
3

Set Meta Information

  • Meta Title: SEO-friendly shop title (50-60 characters)
  • Meta Description: Brief shop description for search engines (150-160 characters)
4

Save Basic Information

Route: POST /seller/shop/update
Your shop slug (URL) is automatically generated from your shop name plus shop ID. Example: my-shop-123

Contact Information

1

Enter Business Address

Provide your complete business address for customer confidence
2

Add Phone Number

Include a valid contact number for customer support
3

Verify Contact Details

Ensure all information is accurate before saving

Shipping Configuration

Flat Rate Shipping

If you offer flat-rate shipping:
1

Enable Shipping Cost

Check if shipping cost field is available in your shop settings
2

Set Shipping Cost

Enter your standard shipping charge
3

Save Shipping Settings

Update shop settings with shipping cost
Consider offering free shipping on orders above a certain amount to encourage larger purchases.

Pickup Location

If you offer local pickup:
1

Configure Pickup Location

Navigate to the pickup location section
2

Set Coordinates

Enter latitude and longitude for your pickup location:
  • delivery_pickup_latitude
  • delivery_pickup_longitude
3

Save Pickup Settings

Route: POST /seller/shop/update

Social Media Integration

Connect your social media profiles to build trust and increase reach.
1

Access Social Media Section

Scroll to the social media links section in shop settings
2

Add Social Profile URLs

Enter complete URLs for:
  • Facebook page
  • Instagram profile
  • Twitter account
  • YouTube channel
  • Google Business profile
Screenshot Description: Social media integration form with input fields for each platform
3

Save Social Links

Route: POST /seller/shop/update
Ensure URLs are complete including https://. Example: https://facebook.com/yourshop

Shop Banners and Branding

Customize your shop page with promotional banners.
1

Upload Top Banner

  • Recommended size: 1920x400px
  • Use for main promotions or branding
2

Add Slider Images

Upload multiple images for a rotating slider:
  • Recommended size: 1920x500px
  • Maximum 5 images recommended
3

Configure Full-Width Banner 1

Add a full-width promotional banner
  • Size: 1920x300px
4

Add Half-Width Banners

Upload two side-by-side banners:
  • Size: 960x300px each
5

Configure Full-Width Banner 2

Add a second full-width banner at the bottom
  • Size: 1920x300px
6

Save Banner Configuration

Route: POST /seller/shop/update
Banner Design Tips:
  • Use high-quality images
  • Include clear call-to-action text
  • Maintain consistent branding
  • Update seasonally for promotions
  • Optimize file sizes for fast loading

Shop Verification

Increase customer trust by getting your shop verified.

Applying for Verification

1

Check Verification Status

In your shop settings, check if verification is available
2

Access Verification Form

Navigate to “Apply for Verification”Route: /seller/shop/apply-for-verificationScreenshot Description: Verification application form with document upload sections
3

Complete Verification Form

Fill out all required fields based on the platform’s verification requirements:
  • Text fields for business information
  • Select options for business type
  • File uploads for documents
4

Upload Required Documents

Attach necessary verification documents
5

Submit Application

Route: POST /seller/shop/verification_info_store
6

Await Admin Review

You and the admin will receive notifications about the submission
You can only submit one verification request at a time. If rejected, your verification info will be cleared and you can reapply.

Shop URL and SEO

Shop Slug

Your shop URL is automatically generated:
  • Format: {shop-name}-{shop-id}
  • Example: best-electronics-42
  • Updates automatically when you change shop name

SEO Optimization

1

Optimize Meta Title

Create a descriptive, keyword-rich title:
  • Include your shop name
  • Add primary product category
  • Keep under 60 characters
2

Write Meta Description

Craft a compelling description:
  • Summarize what you sell
  • Include key benefits
  • Add location if relevant
  • Stay within 160 characters

Success Confirmation

After updating shop settings:
  • Success message: “Your Shop has been updated successfully!”
  • Error message: “Sorry! Something went wrong.”
Regularly update your shop information to:
  • Reflect new product categories
  • Update seasonal promotions
  • Keep contact information current
  • Refresh banner images

Best Practices

Visual Branding

  1. Use consistent colors across all banners
  2. Ensure logo is clear and recognizable
  3. Optimize images for web (compress without quality loss)
  4. Use professional photography

Information Accuracy

  1. Keep contact details current
  2. Update business hours if applicable
  3. Maintain accurate shipping information
  4. Review and update descriptions quarterly

Customer Trust

  1. Complete all sections of your profile
  2. Add social media links
  3. Apply for shop verification
  4. Respond to customer inquiries promptly
  5. Maintain high product quality

Troubleshooting

Common Issues

Q: My shop slug looks strange
A: The slug is auto-generated from your shop name. Choose a clean shop name without special characters.
Q: Banner images aren’t displaying correctly
A: Ensure images meet the recommended dimensions and are in JPG or PNG format.
Q: I can’t find the verification option
A: Verification may be disabled or you may have already submitted a request.
Q: Changes aren’t saving
A: Check that all required fields are filled and try clearing your browser cache.

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