How To Create A Free Dropshipping Store In 2023 (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE)

The video by THE ECOM KING is a step-by-step guide on how to create a free dropshipping store using a Shopify theme tutorial in 2023, including tips on product research, choosing a Shopify plan, and obtaining a domain name.

The video is a step-by-step guide on how to create a free dropshipping store using Shopify in 2023.

The presenter, Camille Simon, shares the exact strategy and design used to create six and seven-figure Shopify dropshipping stores.

He shows two examples of a mobile and desktop version of a Shopify store using a completely free theme with custom sections built-in.

Simon teaches viewers how to create a beautiful-looking Shopify store, including the logo, design, and pictures, using copy and paste templates and resources provided in a free Google doc sheet.

He also recommends using his exclusive link to get a three-month Shopify plan for $3 and a free domain name from Hostinger. Simon also announces a massive giveaway where five lucky people can win a pre-built store with a winning product inside.

• A step-by-step guide on creating a free dropshipping store using a Shopify theme tutorial in 2023.
• Exclusive link in the description gives three months for three dollars, saving over 80 dollars.
• Hostinger is recommended for obtaining a free domain name, saving 14 to 15 dollars compared to going through Shopify.
• Product research is not covered in the video, but a free Shopify theme tutorial for creating a store is provided step-by-step from the ground up.
• Think logically about what your product solves and its end goal to come up with a brand name.
• Go to settings, then domains, and hit connect to connect your domain name to your Shopify store.
• Choose a Shopify theme that fits your store's niche and add alternative products as upsells to the featured product section.
• Create a logo with Canva and customize it by changing the text and font.
• Research products that fit your store's niche, choose products with high profit margins and low competition, and set up payment options through Shopify or a third-party provider.

How To Create A Free Dropshipping Store In 2023 (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE) - YouTube

Introduction

• The video is a step-by-step guide on how to create a free dropshipping store using a Shopify theme tutorial in 2023.
• The theme used is completely free with some custom sections built in.
• The video will show how to create a store that looks like a real brand through images, logos, colors, and templates.
• A free Google doc sheet containing copy and paste templates and resources will be provided.
• A giveaway will be held for a pre-built store with a winning product inside for five lucky winners.

Choosing a Shopify Plan

• Using the exclusive link in the description will give three months for three dollars, saving over 80 dollars.
• The basic plan is recommended for 80 to 90 percent of people, costing one dollar per month for two months and then around 29.99.
• Advancing to the next plan is recommended only if starting dropshipping with a lot of staff accounts or doing a good amount of volume to save money on transaction fees.
• Changing the store currency to US Dollars is recommended as it is the global currency worldwide.
• Setting the store currency to USD as default is recommended.

Obtaining a Domain Name

• A domain name is necessary for the store to function.
• Hostinger is recommended as they offer a free domain name, saving 14 to 15 dollars compared to going through Shopify.
• Creating an account with Hostinger will give the option to claim a free domain name.
• Entering the desired domain name and clicking "claim domain name" will obtain the free domain name.

How To Create A Free Dropshipping Store In 2023 (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE) - YouTube

Product Research and Shopify Theme Tutorial

• Product research is not covered in the video.
• Choosing a product is necessary before following the tutorial.
• The product used in the video was found on Peakster under the winner section.
• A free Shopify theme tutorial for creating a store is provided step-by-step from the ground up.
• The tutorial covers building the store, including the logo, design, and pictures.

Choosing a Brand Name and Domain Name

• Think logically about what your product solves and its end goal to come up with a brand name.
• Combine the name of the product into a brand name.
• Use a website that gives brand name ideas by entering keywords like shower or beauty.
• Ask friends or family for feedback on your brand name.
• Claim your domain name through hosting and transfer it to Shopify.

Connecting Your Domain Name to Shopify

• Go to settings, then domains, and hit connect to connect your domain name to your Shopify store.
• If you want to buy a new domain name through Shopify, click buy new domain name and enter the name of the domain name.
• Hostinger offers premium web hosting, Cloud Professional Services, and Shopify alternative websites.

Building Your Shopify Store

• Go to online store, then themes, and select the Dawn theme.
• Remove the image banner and keep the featured collection.
• Add an image with text and a multi-column row.
• Add a featured product under the multi-row.
• Build a one product store with upsells.

Creating the Store Layout

• Choose a Shopify theme that fits your store's niche.
• Add a collection page if you're creating a general store.
• Add a collapsible content section for featured collections.
• Add a video section above the featured collection section.
• Add alternative products as upsells to the featured product section.
• Save your progress frequently.

Creating the Footer Section

• Add a menu block to the footer section.
• Add an image block to the footer section.
• Add a text block to the footer section.
• Don't worry about filling in the blocks yet.
• Save your progress frequently.

Creating a Logo with Canva

• Create a Canva account and choose the pro version.
• Search for logo templates and choose one that fits your brand.
• Customize the template by changing the text and font.
• Choose a font that looks professional and fits your brand.
• Save your logo and download it for future use.
• Repeat the process for other graphics and designs.

Choosing Products and Setting Up Payment

• Research products that fit your store's niche.
• Choose products with high profit margins and low competition.
• Set up payment options through Shopify or a third-party provider.
• Test your payment system to ensure it works properly.
• Launch your store and start promoting it through social media and other channels.
• Continuously monitor and adjust your store to improve sales and customer satisfaction.

Adjusting Brand Colors

• Choose a brand color that correlates with the product being sold.
• Use Canva to create a logo and select a brand color.
• Print screen the logo to make it fit the website better.
• Go to Shopify theme editor and adjust the brand color under theme settings.
• Select the accent one and accent two colors and change them to the logo's HEX number.
• Choose a gradient color for the website and adjust the color stops to make it less over the top.

Adding Logo to Website

• Go to the image gallery in Shopify theme editor and upload the logo screenshot.
• Select the logo and adjust the size to 250 for the desktop logo.
• Add the logo to the top left of the website.

Creating Announcement Bar

• Select the announcement bar in the Shopify theme editor.
• Adjust the text and font to match the brand's style.
• Add a call-to-action button to the announcement bar.
• Link the button to a product or collection page.
• Adjust the color and position of the announcement bar to make it stand out.

Customizing Homepage Sections

• Select the homepage section in the Shopify theme editor.
• Adjust the layout and content to match the brand's style and product offerings.
• Add product images and descriptions to showcase the products.
• Add a call-to-action button to each product section.
• Link the button to the product page or collection page.

Changing Color Scheme and Announcement Bar

• Change the color scheme to accent one in the theme settings.
• Add an announcement bar with free shipping and a discount for a limited time.
• Adjust the slot and customize the offer to your liking.
• Change the color scheme of the footer to accent one to see the gradient better.
• Choose a different gradient design if the announcement bar doesn't look like a gradient.

Gathering Information and Imagery

• Search for your product name on AliExpress and sort by reviews or orders.
• Open up all the listings for the most popular sellers with the exact same product.
• Use the imagery and information to fill out your website later.
• Repeat the same strategy on Amazon and Google Shopping.
• Look for competitors with information and imagery that you can use as inspiration.

Filling Out the Home Page

• Gather all the information and imagery from your research.
• Fill out the home page with a clear and concise message about your product.
• Use high-quality images and videos to showcase your product.
• Add social proof with customer reviews and ratings.
• Include a call-to-action button to encourage visitors to make a purchase.

Launching Your Store

• Choose a Shopify plan that suits your needs and budget.
• Obtain a domain name that is easy to remember and relevant to your product.
• Customize your store's design and layout to match your branding.
• Set up payment and shipping options for your customers.
• Launch your store and start promoting it through social media and other channels.

Product Imagery

• Go to AliExpress and use the Chrome extension alisave to download product imagery quickly.
• Choose product imagery on a white background to use as the main image on your website.
• Import the downloaded file to Canva and use the background remover tool to cut out the product image.
• Change the background color to make the product image pop.
• Add a trust icon related to your product, such as an eco-friendly icon, to the image.

Header and Button

• Delete the content section and keep the tile header and button.
• Change the button text to "Shop Now" or "Buy Now".
• Fill in the header with a short paragraph explaining the product and its benefits.
• Make sure to include a clear call to action in the header.
• Change the header size to small.

Color Matching

• Make sure the colors of the product image and the gradient background in Canva match the colors on your website.
• Check the mobile version of your website to ensure it looks good on all devices.
• Hit the save button in the top right corner after making any changes.

Product Name

• Choose a name for your product that is catchy and easy to remember.
• Include a trademark symbol after the product name.
• Explain what the product is and what it does in a short sentence.
• Include a clear call to action in the product name section.
• Make sure to save any changes made to the product name section.

Creating Trust Icons

• Select the trust icons that represent the product's benefits.
• Create the trust icons using Canva.
• Add text to the trust icons to explain the product's benefits.
• Match the font of the trust icons to the website's font.
• Download the trust icons as PNG with a transparent background.

Adding Trust Icons to the Website

• Delete the button label and columns.
• Select the image option and import the trust icons.
• Adjust the mobile version of the trust icons.
• Reduce the section padding if needed.
• Save the changes.

Creating a Product Section

• Add a multi-column section to the website.
• Change the header to the product name and its benefits.
• Delete the button label and columns.
• Create trust icons that represent the product's benefits.
• Add the trust icons to the section.

Adjusting the Mobile Version of the Product Section

• Change the number of columns on mobile to one or two.
• Enable swipe on mobile.
• Adjust the section padding if needed.
• Save the changes.
• Check the website's appearance on mobile.

Product Benefits

• Creating custom imagery with benefits to get branding colors and make it visually appealing.
• Option to add either images or giffies of the product.
• Giffies may look less professional due to quality.
• First benefit to cover is water purifying and softening.
• Canva has perfect examples and templates for product benefits.

Customizing the Image Template

• Select a template and change the colors to match the brand.
• Upload an image of the product and remove the background.
• Give the product a 3D effect by adding shadows.
• Adjust each section to talk about the filtering system and three different mechanisms.
• Fill in the information to enhance the product benefits.

Creating Three Different Images for the Section

• Upload the first image and change the size to fit the full image.
• Change the caption to a header and text section.
• Elaborate on the key point and explain how it works.
• Change the button label to "Shop Now".
• Finish off the other two images and descriptions.

Conclusion

• Creating custom imagery with benefits is important for branding and visual appeal.
• Canva has templates for product benefits that can be customized to match the brand.
• Explaining the key point and how it works is important for customers to understand the product benefits.
• Changing the button label to "Shop Now" encourages customers to make a purchase.
• Creating three different images and descriptions enhances the product benefits and provides more information for customers.

Using Product Imagery and Giphies

• Use product imagery mock-ups for a cutout of the product and add product details for a professional look.
• Download a video from TikTok and convert it into a giphy using the website Easy GIF.
• Change the size of the giphy to one to one square format and upload it to the store.

Featuring the Main Product

• Download the Auto DS app from the Shopify interface and synchronize your store.
• Add the product URL to Auto DS and import it as a draft.
• Wait for the product to import and edit it through Auto DS or Shopify.
• Use Auto DS for automatic order fulfillment and other cool features.
• Make sure the product status says active and select it as the featured product in the editor.

Collapsible Content

• Select the collapsible content and change the heading to "Why Choose Us".
• Make the title bold for emphasis.
• Add reasons why customers should choose your store over others.
• Use bullet points or short paragraphs for easy reading.
• Include customer reviews or testimonials for social proof.

Footer and Navigation

• Add important pages to the footer such as About Us, Contact Us, and Shipping and Returns.
• Use clear and concise language for navigation links.
• Include a search bar for easy product searching.
• Use a simple and clean design for the footer and navigation.
• Make sure the website is mobile-friendly and easy to navigate on all devices.

Color Scheme and Drop Down Menus

• Scroll down to the color scheme and change it to Accent one to make it the gradient color on your website.
• Select each drop down menu and customize it.
• Add a money back guarantee with a template provided in the cheat sheet.
• Add a customer support section with a template provided in the cheat sheet.
• Add an eco-friendly section with a template provided in the cheat sheet.

Video Section

• Create a thumbnail that grabs attention.
• Go to Canva and search for a thumbnail that matches your product.
• Change the colors of the thumbnail to match your branding.
• Replace the image with your product image.
• Edit the photo and give it a shadow to help it pop out.
• Upload the thumbnail to Shopify and select it as the video cover.

Choosing a Shopify Plan and Obtaining a Domain Name

• Choose a Shopify plan that fits your needs and budget.
• Obtain a domain name that is easy to remember and relevant to your product.
• Connect your domain name to your Shopify store.
• Customize your store's settings and preferences.
• Add products to your store and optimize them for search engines.

Product Research and Marketing

• Research your product and find a profitable niche.
• Use tools like Google Trends and Amazon Best Sellers to find popular products.
• Create a marketing plan and use social media to promote your store.
• Use email marketing and influencer marketing to reach a wider audience.
• Optimize your product descriptions and images to increase conversions.

Adding Products and Creating Collections

• Search for a video review of your product and download it using a YouTube video downloader.
• Edit the video by adding your logo or watermark and upload it to YouTube or Vimeo.
• Paste the unlisted or shareable link of the video to the URL section of your Shopify store.
• Add two to three other dropshipping products to your store to find similar products in the same niche or as an upsell.
• Import the products to your store using Auto DS and publish them.

Customizing the Featured Products Section

• Change the heading of the featured products section to match your niche.
• Add other products to your store to fill out the section and create a collection.
• Select the block and adjust the number of products per row and maximum products to show.
• Change the number of columns per desktop to fit the website better.
• Save the changes and adapt the knowledge and skills to the other products added.

Editing the Footer Section

• Upload your logo and change the background color to match your brand color.
• Edit the heading and subtext to include your mission statement.
• Make the subtext size H3 and focus on what your brand offers rather than a specific product.
• Add links to your social media accounts and contact information.
• Save the changes and preview the website to ensure everything looks good.

Choosing a Shopify Plan and Obtaining a Domain Name

• Choose a Shopify plan that fits your budget and needs.
• Obtain a domain name that is easy to remember and matches your brand.
• Connect the domain name to your Shopify store and make sure it is secure.
• Install apps that will help with marketing, SEO, and customer service.
• Test the website and make sure everything is working properly before launching.

Customizing the Home Page

• Change the mission statement to reflect the brand's mission to help the consumer.
• Select the footer and change the "subscribe to email" text to "subscribe to our emails to receive the latest offers and deals."
• Make any other adjustments to the settings on the right-hand side of the page.
• Add quick links to the footer later on.
• Check the mobile version of the website and make adjustments as necessary.

Customizing the Product Page

• Change the title and description of the product to make it sound more impressive and unique.
• Delete everything in the description box and add it as a section on the website instead.
• Include three to five images, including the main image, which should look like it's in a branded box.
• If the product has variants, make sure the names are correct and delete any unnecessary variants.
• Change the price of the product to make a 3.5x profit and a minimum of $20.
• Edit the SEO listing by simplifying the URL handle and adding hyphens between each word.

Choosing a Shopify Plan and Obtaining a Domain Name

• Choose a Shopify plan that fits the needs of the business.
• Obtain a domain name that is easy to remember and reflects the brand's name or mission.
• Link the domain name to the Shopify store.
• Make sure the website is secure by obtaining an SSL certificate.
• Set up payment and shipping options.

Product Research and Selection

• Research products that are in demand and have a high profit margin.
• Use tools like Google Trends and Amazon Best Sellers to find popular products.
• Consider the competition and find ways to differentiate the product.
• Choose a product that fits the brand's mission and values.
• Find a reliable supplier and negotiate prices and shipping options.

Creating a Custom Image with Branding

• Go to placeit.net to create a custom image with branding.
• Type in packaging in the search bar and find the packaging that makes the most sense for your product to be in.
• Select the packaging and change the background to transparent.
• Upload three different images with the correct aspect ratio for each section of the packaging.
• Create a design for each section of the packaging using Canva.

Adding the Custom Image to the Store

• Insert the images into the packaging mock-up and download it.
• Create a blank logo in Canva and upload the mock-up.
• Add another image of the product in action on top of the mock-up.
• Crop the image and add a drop shadow to make it look like it's sticking out.
• Download the final image and add it to the product page.

Product Research

• Research products that are in demand and have a high profit margin.
• Use tools like Google Trends and Amazon Best Sellers to find popular products.
• Look for products that have a low competition and high search volume.
• Consider the shipping cost and delivery time when choosing a product.
• Choose a product that fits your niche and target audience.

Choosing a Shopify Plan and Obtaining a Domain Name

• Choose a Shopify plan that fits your budget and needs.
• Consider the features and benefits of each plan before making a decision.
• Obtain a domain name that is easy to remember and relevant to your store.
• Use a domain name generator to find available domain names.
• Connect your domain name to your Shopify store.

Adding Product Images

• Design your product mock-up and download it in PNG format.
• In the Shopify product editor, click "add image" and upload the mock-up image.
• Make it the main image and select it for the variant.
• Upload the rest of the product images, editing the color if necessary.
• Have five images in total, including the main image with packaging and branding.

Customizing Product Page Sections

• In the product editor, go to "template" and "product information."
• Hide the share, description, text, and variant picker options.
• Add four collapse rows, image with text, multi-row, collapsible content, video, and featured collection sections.
• Add a short description of the product under the buy now button.
• Adjust the text to make it more professional and branded.

Filling Out Collapse Rows

• Select the first collapse row and fill out the full description.
• Add specifications, shipping information, and customer reviews to the other collapse rows.
• Include a call-to-action button in the last collapse row.
• Make sure all collapse rows are filled out and organized.
• Preview the product page to ensure everything looks professional and branded.

Adding Apps and Finalizing the Store

• Install the Oberlo app to import products from AliExpress.
• Choose a Shopify plan and obtain a domain name.
• Customize the store's theme and design to make it professional and branded.
• Set up payment and shipping options.
• Launch the store and start promoting it through social media and other channels.

Adding Product Description and Free Book Offer

• Long descriptions on product pages can bore people, so add a collapsible row for the full description.
• Add a collapsible row for a free book offer related to your product.
• Use an icon, such as a heart, to indicate that you are giving something away for free.
• Offering a free ebook can enhance the conversion rate and help with delivery times.
• Use plr.me to find ebooks related to your niche that you can rebrand and offer for free.

Creating Collapsible Rows for Money Back Guarantee and Eco-Friendly Product

• Add a collapsible row for a money back guarantee, which should be the same as the one on your home page.
• Add a collapsible row for an eco-friendly product, which should also be the same as the one on your home page.
• Duplicate these collapsible rows on the product page in case people don't see your home page.
• Click "save" after adding the collapsible rows.
• Click outside the page to access the drop-down menus and options under product information.

Adjusting Desktop and Mobile Media Outlets

• Change the desktop media outlet to "thumbnail carousel" for a tidier and cleaner look.
• Change the mobile media outlet to "show thumbnails" with two columns.
• Fill out the image with text section with a verse image that compares your product to the alternative.
• Use Canva to find verse images and replace the images with your own product and the alternative.
• List out what makes your product better and why people should buy it.

Conclusion

• Adding collapsible rows for product description, free book offer, money back guarantee, and eco-friendly product can enhance the conversion rate.
• Adjusting the media outlets can make your product page look tidier and more professional.
• Using a verse image to compare your product to the alternative can help with conversion rates.
• Remember to duplicate collapsible rows from your home page in case people don't see it.
• Always click "save" after making changes to your product page.

Adding Multi-Row and Multi-Column Sections

• Explain the importance of multi-row and multi-column sections on the product page.
• Show how to repurpose the home page section for the product page.
• Explain how to add the multi-column section underneath the multi-row section.
• Provide tips on reorganizing the sections on the product page.
• Show how to customize the heading and content of the multi-column section.

Creating a Collapse Content Section

• Explain the importance of having a frequently asked questions section on the product page.
• Show how to add a collapse content section and customize its heading and color scheme.
• Provide tips on finding frequently asked questions on Amazon.
• Show how to simplify the questions and answers and add them to the collapse content section.
• Show how to add a question mark icon to the collapse content section.

Adding Video and Featured Collection Sections

• Show how to add a video section and customize its thumbnail and URL.
• Show how to add a featured collection section and link it to the R Collection.
• Provide tips on changing the number of products shown on each row.
• Show how to customize the heading and content of the featured collection section.
• Explain the importance of using the featured collection section to promote other products.

Importing Customer Reviews

• Show how to install the Lai product reviews app from the Shopify App Store.
• Show how to customize the widget layout and brand color of the app.
• Show how to switch to automatic installation and import customer reviews from AliExpress.
• Explain the importance of having customer reviews on the product page.
• Provide tips on responding to customer reviews and using them to improve the product and the store.

Importing and Displaying Reviews

• Go to the dashboard and select "import reviews" under the "apps" section.
• Select the product and choose the type of reviews you want to add.
• Hit "get reviews" and then "import all reviews."
• Move the reviews section above featured collections in the theme editor.
• Fix the main and footer menus under "navigation" in the Shopify home dashboard.
• Upload your logo and change the accent colors in the theme settings.

Additional Setup and Recommendations

• Adjust checkout, shipping, and payment gateway settings in the Shopify home dashboard.
• Install recommended apps for your store.
• Ensure your store looks professional and unique.
• Access the cheat sheet for step-by-step instructions and helpful resources.
• Enter the store giveaway and leave a comment on the video.
• Like and subscribe for more helpful tutorials.

Watch the video on YouTube:
How To Create A Free Dropshipping Store In 2023 (STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE) - YouTube

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