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Does Shopify Verify Your Identity?

Last updated on October 2, 2022 @ 12:22 am

PRO TIP: If you are thinking about using Shopify to sell products online, you should be aware that the company does verify your identity. This means that if you are not who you say you are, or if you do not have the proper identification, Shopify will not allow you to use their platform. This can be a problem if you are trying to sell products anonymously, or if you do not have a government-issued ID.

When you sign up for Shopify, you’re required to enter your personal information, including your email address, name, and address. This is necessary in order to create an account and start using Shopify.

However, Shopify doesn’t verify your identity when you sign up. This means that anyone can create an account using someone else’s personal information. While this isn’t a huge issue, it could lead to problems down the road if someone impersonates you on Shopify.

If you’re worried about someone impersonating you on Shopify, there are a few things you can do. First, make sure that the email address you use to sign up for Shopify is unique and not used for any other accounts.

You should also choose a strong password that can’t be easily guessed. Finally, keep an eye on your account and report any suspicious activity to Shopify’s support team.

Overall, while Shopify doesn’t verify your identity when you sign up, there are still steps you can take to protect your account. By using a unique email address and strong password, you can help ensure that only you have access to your account.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

Sysadmin turned Javascript developer. Owner of 20+ apps graveyard, and a couple of successful ones.