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Can I Use Shopify if I Already Have a Domain?

Last updated on October 2, 2022 @ 3:03 am

If you already have a domain, you can use Shopify! You don’t need to transfer your domain to Shopify, you can just connect it.

PRO TIP: If you already have a domain, you can absolutely use Shopify! However, there are a few things to keep in mind. First and foremost, if you have an existing website on your domain, you will need to point your DNS to Shopify’s servers. This can be done by changing your A record, CNAME record, or ALIAS/ANAME record. Additionally, keep in mind that once you switch to using Shopify on your domain, any email associated with that domain will no longer work. You will need to create new email addresses through Shopify or use a third-party email service.

To connect your domain:

  1. Sign in to your Shopify admin.
  2. Click Online Store, and then click Domains.
  3. In the Connect existing domain section, enter the domain that you want to connect to your Shopify store.
  4. If you’re not sure how to do this, then contact your domain registrar. They can help you point your DNS records to the IP address that we give you.
  5. Click Connect domain. Your domain is now connected to your Shopify store!

You can use Shopify even if you already have a domain! You can just connect it without transferring it. Follow the steps above to get started.

Madison Geldart

Madison Geldart

Cloud infrastructure engineer and tech mess solver.