Choose a niche
Research your target audience
Validate product demand
Select products to sell
Find suppliers or create products
Create a Shopify account
Pick a store name
Buy a domain
Choose a Shopify theme
Customize your store design
Add product listings
Write product titles and descriptions
Upload product images
Set prices and inventory
Configure shipping settings
Set up payment gateways
Add store policies
Set up taxes
Install necessary apps
Test checkout process
Review mobile experience
Launch your store
Promote your store
Track sales and analytics
Optimize based on performance