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How Do I Know if a Site Is Using Shopify?

Last updated on January 13, 2023 @ 12:46 pm

If you’re thinking about using Shopify to build your ecommerce website, you might be wondering how you can tell if a site is using Shopify. There are a few things you can look for that can give you a good indication that a site is built on Shopify.

One of the easiest ways to tell if a site is using Shopify is to look at the URL. Shopify stores all use the same URL format: your-store-name.myShopify.com. So, if you see a URL that looks like this, it’s likely that the site is built on Shopify.

Another way to tell if a site is using Shopify is to look for the powered by Shopify link in the footer of the website.

All Shopify stores have this link, so it’s a pretty good indicator that the site you’re looking at is built on Shopify.

Finally, you can also check the source code of the website to see if it’s using Shopify. If you see references to “Shopify.js” or “shopify_common.js”, chances are good that the site is built on Shopify.

So, those are a few ways you can tell if a site is using Shopify. If you’re thinking about building an ecommerce website, Shopify is definitely worth considering as your platform of choice.

PRO TIP: When looking for a site that uses Shopify, be aware that not all sites will have a disclosure that they use Shopify. Some may try to keep this information hidden, so it is important to be aware of the signs that a site may be using Shopify.

Some common indicators that a site is using Shopify include:

– A link to “Powered by Shopify” in the footer of the site
– The presence of a Shopify checkout (typically indicated by a shopping cart icon in the top right corner of the site)
– The presence of Shopify’s “Buy Now” buttons on product pages

If you are unsure whether or not a site is using Shopify, you can always contact the site’s customer support to ask.

Dale Leydon

Dale Leydon

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