Etsy to Shopify Transition - Step by Step

[@CreativeHiveCo]

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[@OluchiWellnessHacks]

I love how informative your videos are. I wish you had more details on how to transfer my product reviews.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Etsy reviews belong to Etsy, so unfortunately you can't transfer them to your website. You can ask your customers if they could write a new review for your site, but you can't take the existing ones from Etsy.

[@taylormadecreativeplanning2982]

thank you so much! I'm in the process of selling my products on my own website in addition to etsy and there's so much valuable information in here. I appreciate it!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much for watching, Monica!

[@JewelryRvMe]

Thanks for the tips. I have come to realize that selling gold or high priced jewelry on etsy cost to much in fees. So yip its time for shopify

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Yes, that's true, there are some markets that are just not meant for Etsy.

[@Drewthecreator10]

Clear & concise

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much, Frankie!! ❤️

[@missshanel4229]

Step 6 😩 I’m so ready to tackle Facebook ads! Even more so now that my Etsy sales have dropped. Hoping it will pick back up soon. This rollercoaster is sickening. Thanks for helping me to get off! I have my optimized Shopify site and $300 ready to go!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

You can totally do this, Missandei!

[@susanlawens3776]

Very nice. Sounds like you're describing the process that I went through years ago going from a Yahoo! store to our own domain. I told my partner not to freak out that we were no longer the on the first page of Google, that it was going to take a little bit of time to switch everything over, all the links and press, and that was true. Since it's been so long it does feel like starting from scratch because so much has changed. But not as much as you would think.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

It sounds like your previous experience will be helpful Susan!

[@PaperZenCeceliaLouie]

Great steps Mei!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thanks so much for watching, Cecelia!

[@mexicounexplained]

I think I've uploaded the CSV file from Etsy, but this is the third video I've gone to that does not show us how to verify this. I'm not seeing my products anywhere in my Shopify store.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi! Have you already tried reaching out to Shopify support? They should be able to assist you regarding this. You can reach out to them here: help.shopify.com/en/support/login Their customer support is really helpful so they should be able to guide you in the right direction. Good luck!!

[@greentree2526]

Another amazing video! But can we please appreciate how beautiful you look at that make up

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much on both counts!

[@normarodriguez3907]

Thank you good information.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much for watching, Norma!

[@FoxesandRavens]

This is Nora from ASAD! I just tried out the Easy Import, it seems to have worked pretty well? Certainly better than when I tried to export the CSV files and import them manually, and Shopify got all grumpy because the spreadsheet was missing a bunch of columns that they considered essential (but aren't a part of any Etsy listing). I had error messages for each item, and basically just trashed them all and did input manually (this was a few months ago). This time around, I basically started from scratch, wiped all those old entries, and used the Easy Import app; no error messages, first try. Still have to go fill in some stuff manually, like the collection and shipping info, but just glad I don't have the dumb error messages!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Nora! That's amazing that it worked so much better this time around! Your first go-around sounds super frustrating, but how awesome not to see any errors now!

[@umeshbagri4501]

Great video, thanks 🙏

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for watching!

[@moonutella5581]

Hi! Can you do a video about trademarking? If it should be done? When to do it? Is it necessary? Thank you!!!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thanks for the suggestion, Moo nutella! I'll add it to my list.

[@moonutella5581]

@@CreativeHiveCo thank you so much! I'm really grateful you release so much resources for people starting off

[@indigoeyedesign8298]

I'm a former Trademark paralegal. The only reliable resource for info on Trademarks is the USPTO. www.uspto.gov/trademark Not to cut in here, Mei, but this is an area most people have no clue about how it really works or what it means. :) I used to do the research, registrations and even the filings for clients. Yes, even the cease and desist letters. Ugh.

[@katynash2124]

Great helpful video. My products on Etsy are personalized. Can you recommend a free Shopify theme that works best with items that people choose colors, patterns and an info box to add a name or monogram? Thanks in advance.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Katy! Thank you so much for watching!! ❤️❤️ You can check out this link for some free (and premium) Shopify theme options: bsscommerce.com/shopify/best-shopify-theme-for-custom-products/ Just choose a theme that you think will work best for your products and don't forget to check the mobile view as well. Check the preview of each theme (both on desktop and mobile views) so you'll have an idea as to how they will look like live. Good luck!! ❤️❤️

[@lizzievi272]

Thank you so much for your videos!! they are very helpfull!!!!!!!! Are you on skillshare?you should be!!!!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much for your kind words, Lizzie!

[@mellylai]

Love this!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you! And thank you for subscribing!

[@Ivettecallaway]

Thank you Mei! I have my website in Bigcommerce but Shopify looks so attractive, but I'm not sure about redoing all the work, what would be your advice? Would Shopify be a better option? Thank you! 🙏

[@CreativeHiveCo]

I know it would be a lot of work but I highly recommend Shopify - it is the best ecommerce website building platform.

[@clementeen]

Mei, would it be against the Etsy rules if you mention in your Etsy listings to head over to your new shopify site? with a giveaway or discount incentive? or can you tell them that etsy charges fees, and if they want to get your products cheaper they should head to your website?

[@CreativeHiveCo]

It's most definitely against Etsy's terms of use and they can shut you down for that. The best way to drive those Etsy customers to your site is with the marketing materials you send with Etsy orders.

[@syedibad799]

Hello my dear, thanks for helping all of us in transition. If I import my listings and other data from My existing Etsy store, will my Etsy store get closed or get emptied or still remains as is? As I want to keep my Etsy store running also alongside with my new shopify store. Thanks

[@CreativeHiveCo]

If you import your listings, it is just a copy of them to help make the process easier. Your shop will not be empty unless you delete your listings, and you would have to physically close your Etsy shop. Good luck with the transition and congrats on opening a Shopify store!

[@syedibad799]

Thank you so much for answering so quick. That is very helpful. Stay safe

[@kerrymellett4155]

Thank you for the amazing videos Mei! Do you have one where you compare the different shopify subscriptions? I am looking to launch a site, but am not sure which plan is needed. Certainly the cheaper plan to start out would be my preference, but I don’t know if it would be sufficient. Any wisdom you might have to share would be deeply appreciated

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Kerry! I don't have one, but I would recommend starting out on the $29/month plan and seeing how it works for you because you can always switch if you need to.

[@BeTrue05]

How do you edit processing time on shopify like we do on Etsy?

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Such a good question without an easy answer. Here is Shopify's solution: community.shopify.com/c/Payments-Shipping-Fulfillment/Where-do-I-put-my-processing-times-that-is-the-time-from-when/td-p/845575

[@BeTrue05]

@@CreativeHiveCo thanks

[@gardenlarder]

Some of the most successful and high profit stores have free themes so you can save on the cost of a paid theme when you are starting, and even after. There is a video showing why some of these store owners (Some are well known and recognised store owners) chose to stay with free themes.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

That's so true, Quaotic. If it's working well for you, it doesn't have to be anything epensive or overly fancy.

[@mariaalmonte6860]

Hi mei. I would like to ask about Shopify language. If I set up everything to English language. Can my customer translate it to another language? I live in France so I don’t know if I would use French or English. It would be easier if there is a switch language button? or will it be automatically translated depending on the country? . Thank you for your response.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Mallaine! Shopify has several translation apps that you can choose from! apps.shopify.com/browse/store-design-translations

[@pepperlin9474]

Hi! Do I have to copy right my etsy shop name before I open my Shopify store? Just in case someone already use that name and will sue me of using their name.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi! This will completely be up to you. If you have a really unique name or business, perhaps you can consider it but I still suggest you conduct a research first (or ask for experts' advice on this area) before you decide if you'd like to trademark or copyright your shop name.

[@Sharoncat2008]

for years of making top quality candles, incense and perfume oils, we are still struggling to get more sales. A family run business since 1993 and yet so much cheaply made products get the sales. We have candles that you will not find anywhere on the internet because of molds we purchased back in the early 90's and when the factory Pourette burned with all the mother molds, the hundreds of those molds we already had are not to be found. Mostly these are figurines and unusual shapes for candles. Anyway, I"m going to take your advice and start a Shopify. I've been on eBay since 1999 and also on Etsy and others, but not much in sales all this time. I even had an Amazon shop at one time. I have enjoyed your expertise and hope to gain from what you have taught me here. Besides our candle business I have an extensive line of hand crocheted items I make myself, but have only had a minimal amount of success and mostly sold to friends. Etsy is not a big part of my success so I've come to you for help. Thank you. I'm subscribed to your channel now and am pleased with what I have learned so far. I'm going to start the Shopify adventure now. My website links us to facebook and I need to clean it up. It's at www.roseofsharoncandles.com Thanks for any help you have time to give me.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Go for it Sharon! I'm excited for you to have your own website!! ❤️ To get sales, it's important that you identify your ideal customers and direct your marketing efforts towards them. If you haven't watched yet, I really think you'll learn a lot from my free workshop. I talked about the Perfect 5Ps in building your business and how to promote/market your products to your ideal customers. Here's the link in case you want to register: bit.ly/3EGGC47 Hope to see you there!! Good luck and all the best to you and your business!! You got this!! ❤️

[@hawaiianchildrensbooks1140]

Thank you for your informative and fun videos! I'm creating our shopify website now (we have an etsy store currently) -- how did you add instagram to the footer of your website?

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Hawaiian! These guys explain it perfectly! community.shopify.com/c/Shopify-Design/Instagram-Feed-in-Footer/td-p/252988

[@michellek6822]

Hi Mei! I heard that you helped out one of your student migrate her site from Squarespace to shopify. Does it hard to do it by myself or should i hire someone from upwork/fiverr to do it? Thank you!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Michelle! I think you could totally do it yourself! Check out this blog post I have and see what you think! www.creativehiveco.com/how-to-build-your-own-website-with-shopify-in-under-1-hour/

[@michellek6822]

@@CreativeHiveCo Thank you so much Mei!!!

[@rosiesensations]

Awesome presentation. Learned a few things. Computer geek myself but the internet is rising up each day. A definite follow. RosieSensations

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that and I'm happy to have you here!

[@mishasf3000]

I found what I need here

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much!! I'm so glad you found what you're looking for here! ❤️

[@mishasf3000]

@@CreativeHiveCo Thank you

[@cozycatandme]

i am starting my online handmade business, i tried using etsy its been 1 month and i have just 1 sale which is pathetic, been paying etsy money with no sales!! should i just start off with Shopify i am very confused which is best as someone just starting out...

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Etsy is a good place to start to get a gauge on what's selling and what's not, what you may need to adjust, etc. You can work on building a Shopify site at the same time and work on driving traffic over there.

[@adrivoulgarellis]

Thank you ! :))

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Thank you so much for watching, Adri!

[@אביבן-יאיר-ס2ק]

I always ask but no one could answer me: When I close my Etsy shop (Not permanently), how long do my product pictures stay on Etsy? because my Shopify product take the pictures from Etsy automatecly.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

If you aren't going to close permanently, you could put your shop on Vacation Mode, which will save your information for when you reopen, and give you the option of putting a message to customers who come into your shop.

[@אביבן-יאיר-ס2ק]

@@CreativeHiveCo Dear, thanks so much for your answer. The problem is that I will be suspended in 2 days because my bill is very high and I am unable to pay it at the moment. So, how long can my account be suspended? so that in this time I will pay every month something till my bill is paid completely. any idea how long it can be suspended?

[@CreativeHiveCo]

I would contact Etsy about that, honestly. I would say that probably until the bill is cleared but I can't say for sure.

[@malaikabyjulianadaniela6176]

it would be possible to add the translation of your videos to the portuguese language of portugal *-*

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Juliana! I don't have any translations on right now, but you can find the transcripts for all my videos at creativehiveco.com/blog and you can translate those!

[@bergoussi]

Why do you have to quite Etsy? You can have your website and Etsy as well!! And ebay and Amazon!!!!

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Yes, I never said to quit Etsy. I say to make sure that Etsy is not your only platform. This can be a problem if you are relying on a platform that can shut you down at its whim, but it is useful for secondary traffic.

[@bergoussi]

@@CreativeHiveCoyes you are right thank you, I have a question: if I import my etsy to shopify and then close my etsy! are my listing going to stay on shopify or not?

[@bergoussi]

@@CreativeHiveCo is it better to import your etsy from shopify? or make your listing yourself? thank you

[@tatermytots487]

Fuck I hope I saw this video earlier. My Etsy shop got suspended the second time this month and I've spent so much money into my business already surrounded just Etsy.

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Hi Ryan! It's not yet too late to switch to having your own website. It's a lot more reliable compared to e-Commerce marketplaces like Etsy. Here's a blog of mine where I did a side-by-side comparison on the Pros and Cons of building your shop on Etsy vs Shopify: www.creativehiveco.com/etsy-vs-shopify-pros-and-cons-of-each/

[@elenaanderson8346]

Mei, you are my hero! I have my website on WIX platform. Would you advise to switch to Shopify ? Thank you. Elena

[@CreativeHiveCo]

Awww, thanks Elena! I really love Shopify. Not only is it super easy to set up, but Shopify has a massive app marketplace to integrate anything you want, many of those apps can help boost your marketing and sales. For example for Tiny Hands, my jewelry biz, almost 50% of my sales/income comes from my subscription product, the Necklace of the Month Club. I talk more about why I love it here: www.creativehiveco.com/40-three-top-reasons-love-shopify/

[@elenaanderson8346]

Creative Hive thank you! 😍

[@abigailmegan9947]

Hello here again is there a good scope to start selling handmade embroideries on shopify

[@CreativeHiveCo]

I'm not sure what you're asking about here - could you give me an example?

[@Husky_Passion]

put your energy in a new mike

[@CreativeHiveCo]

What's wrong with my mike? 🤔