Create Your Online Store with Jimdo

FAQ: Creating an online shop

• Are onlines stores only for professional sellers?

  An online shop is perfect for professional sellers who want to reach new customers online. But because it’s so easy and affordable, starting an online store for beginners is also worthwhile. Maybe you’re a hobby seller, or maybe you’re dipping a toe into e-commerce and want to try something new. From luxury items to homemade hot sauce, you can sell practically anything from your online store. It’s so easy and fast to open an online shop, you can do it without any previous experience.

• What’s the most important part of selling online?

  No matter what features or styles your store has, your product should always be your main focus. Make sure to present your products in the best possible way. That means above all having high-quality product photos and informative product descriptions that motivate customers to buy. Jimdo’s product listings are easy to set up and designed to always look great.

• How many products can I sell in my online shop?

  Jimdo’s online shops are ideal for up to 100 products. You can offer different variants of the same product—different colors, sizes, etc. The intuitive design of our product pages makes it easy to present all the important information about your items in one clear place, to make sure your customers always have the overview they need.

• What payment methods can I offer my customers?

  Your customers will appreciate having the flexibility to choose their preferred payment method. You can offer them the choice of PayPal, direct debit or credit card.