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MyStore.gg user guide

Set up your storefront, catalog, payments, fulfillment, customer emails, inventory, and day-to-day order workflow.

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Storefront Templates
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Compatible Themes
3%
Default Platform Fee
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POD Connections
Getting Started

Getting Started

Create your first store and understand the MyStore.gg dashboard.

Creating Your Account
Open MyStore and create your account
1

Visit MyStore.gg

Click 'Open MyStore' on the homepage to enter the account and store-setup flow.

2

Create Your Account

Follow the account screen to enter your details and complete any verification it requests.

3

Set Up Your First Store

Choose a store name, select a URL slug (e.g., mystore.gg/your-store), and pick a template.

Pro Tip

Choose a short, recognizable slug. It becomes the path for your MyStore storefront.

The Admin Dashboard
Your central workspace for store operations

Once logged in, you'll land on the Dashboard - your central hub for monitoring sales, managing products, and configuring your store.

Revenue Overview

Track total sales, orders, and revenue at a glance

Recent Orders

See the latest orders and their fulfillment status

Product Management

Add, edit, and organize your entire catalog

Quick Actions

One-click access to common tasks

Navigation Tip

Use the sidebar to navigate between Dashboard, Products, Orders, and Settings. The sidebar collapses on mobile for a clean experience.

Store Setup

Store Setup

Configure your store settings, branding, and business information.

Store Settings
Configure your store's basic information

Access store settings from Settings → Store in your dashboard.

Store Name
Your public-facing store name
Store Slug
Your URL path (mystore.gg/slug)
Logo
Upload your brand logo
Currency
Set your store's currency
Description
Brief description for SEO
Contact Email
Customer support email
Multi-Store Support
Manage multiple stores from one account

You can manage multiple stores from one MyStore.gg account. Your available store limit appears in the store switcher and may vary by account.

How to Create a New Store

1

Open the Store Switcher

Click on your store name in the top-left corner of the sidebar. You'll see a dropdown showing all your stores.

2

Click 'Create New Store'

If your account has room for another store, the option to create one appears at the bottom of the dropdown.

3

Set Up Your New Store

Choose a name, URL slug, template, and theme. Each store keeps its own products, orders, and settings.

Pro Tip

You can quickly switch between stores anytime using the store switcher in the sidebar.

Demo Mode
Preview your store with sample data

New to MyStore.gg? You can toggle Demo Mode to see what your dashboard looks like with sample products and orders. This helps you understand the interface before adding your own products.

How to Enable Demo Mode

Look for the "Show Demo Data" toggle at the top of your Dashboard. When enabled, you'll see example products, orders, and revenue statistics. Turn it off anytime to see your real data.

Store URL
Your store's web address

Each store can use its MyStore path at mystore.gg/your-store-slug.

Custom Domains

Connect a custom domain through Domain Manager, then complete the requested DNS configuration and verification.

Products

Products

Add, edit, and organize your product catalog.

Adding Products
Create your first product listing
1

Navigate to Products

Click 'Products' in the sidebar, then click 'Add Product' to start.

2

Enter Product Details

Add a name, description, and upload product images. Write compelling descriptions that help customers understand your product.

Pro Tip

Use clear images that show the product from the angles customers need to evaluate it.

3

Choose Product Type

Select 'Physical' for tangible products that require shipping, or 'Digital' for downloadable products.

4

Set Status

Save as 'Draft' to continue editing later, or set the product to 'Active' when it is ready to appear on your storefront.

Product Types
Physical vs Digital products

Physical Products

  • • Requires shipping address at checkout
  • • Supports flat-rate shipping
  • • Inventory tracking enabled
  • • Weight and dimensions optional

Digital Products

  • • No shipping required
  • • Download access after a completed purchase when configured
  • • Upload downloadable files
  • • Great for courses, ebooks, art
Product Images
Best practices for product photography

Multiple Angles

Show your product from different perspectives

High Resolution

Use at least 1000x1000px for sharp images

Consistent Style

Keep backgrounds and lighting uniform

Order Bumps
Offer a related add-on during the buying flow

Order bumps are add-on products you can offer on the product page, in the cart, or during checkout. Customers can add a related item without leaving the buying flow.

Example Order Bumps

  • • Phone case → Screen protector
  • • Running shoes → Performance socks
  • • Online course → Printable workbook
  • • Coffee beans → Travel mug

Creating an Order Bump

1

Edit Your Product

Open the product you want to add an order bump to and scroll to the Order Bumps section.

2

Add a Bump Product

Select the product you want to offer as an add-on. Choose a product that complements the main item.

3

Configure the Offer

Write a clear headline, explain why the add-on belongs with the main item, and optionally set a discount percentage.

Pro Tip

Review the complete offer and margin before adding an optional discount.

Variants & SKUs

Variants & SKUs

Create product variations for size, color, and more.

Understanding Variants
How variants work in MyStore.gg

Variants are different versions of the same product. For example, a t-shirt might come in multiple sizes and colors - each combination is a unique variant with its own SKU, price, and inventory.

Example: T-Shirt Variants

Small / Black
Medium / Black
Large / Black
Small / White
Medium / White
Large / White
Variant Settings
Configure each variant individually
SKU
Unique identifier for tracking
Price
Variant-specific pricing
Inventory
Stock quantity for this variant
Image
Variant-specific product image
Options
Size, color, material, etc.
Policy
Continue selling or deny when out of stock

Inventory Safety

Inventory is decremented after payment is confirmed. This keeps unpaid attempts from reducing stock, but you should still review inventory and order records for exceptions.

Orders

Orders

View, manage, and fulfill customer orders.

Order Management
Track orders from purchase to fulfillment

View all orders in the Orders section. Each order shows customer details, items purchased, and fulfillment status.

Order Statuses

Pending
Awaiting payment confirmation
Paid
Payment confirmed, ready to ship
Fulfilled
Order shipped or delivered
Cancelled
Order was cancelled
Fulfillment
Ship orders to your customers

When an order is paid, you'll receive a notification. Click into the order to view shipping details and mark it as fulfilled once shipped.

Order Details

View items, quantities, and customer address

Mark Fulfilled

Update status when shipped to notify customer

Discounts

Discounts

Create discount codes and control when they apply.

Creating Discount Codes
Offer savings to your customers

Discount codes let you apply percentage or fixed savings under rules you control. Access them from Discounts in the sidebar.

1

Navigate to Discounts

Click 'Discounts' in the sidebar, then click 'Create Discount' to start.

2

Choose a Discount Code

Enter a memorable code like SAVE10 or WELCOME20. This is what customers will enter at checkout.

Pro Tip

Use a short code that customers can enter without guessing.

3

Set Discount Type and Value

Choose between percentage off (e.g., 10%) or fixed amount off (e.g., $5). Set the value for your discount.

4

Configure Optional Limits

Set minimum order requirements, usage limits, and validity dates to control how the discount can be used.

Discount Settings
Configure your discount behavior
Code
The code customers enter (e.g., SAVE10)
Type
Percentage off or fixed amount
Value
Discount amount (10% or $5)
Minimum Order
Optional minimum purchase required
Usage Limit
Maximum total uses (optional)
Start Date
When the discount becomes active
End Date
When the discount expires

Best Practices

  • • Add an end date when the offer should stop
  • • Set a minimum order value when the offer requires one
  • • Review usage before repeating a promotion
  • • Use "Compare at Price" to show the reference price you entered
Gift Cards

Gift Cards

Issue gift cards that customers can redeem at checkout.

Creating Gift Cards
Generate unique codes for your customers

Gift cards create store-specific credit that customers can redeem at checkout. Access gift cards from Gift Cards in the sidebar.

1

Navigate to Gift Cards

Click 'Gift Cards' in the sidebar to view all your gift cards and their status.

2

Create a New Gift Card

Click 'Create Gift Card' and choose a denomination amount ($25, $50, $100, or custom).

Pro Tip

Choose denominations that make sense for the prices in your catalog.

3

Add Recipient (Optional)

Enter an email address if you want to send the gift card directly to someone.

4

Share the Code

Each gift card has a unique code in the format XXXX-XXXX-XXXX-XXXX. Share this code with your customer.

How Customers Redeem Gift Cards
Simple redemption at checkout

Customers enter their gift card code during checkout. The balance is automatically applied to their order. If the order total exceeds the gift card value, they pay the difference.

Active
Ready to be redeemed
Redeemed
Already used on an order
Expired
Past the expiration date

Gift Card Tips

  • • Gift cards are store-specific - each store has its own codes
  • • Choose amounts that match common purchases in your store
  • • Monitor your gift card stats to see redemption rates
Product Reviews

Product Reviews

Collect customer feedback and moderate star ratings.

Managing Reviews
Moderate customer feedback before it goes live

Customer reviews contain a star rating and written feedback. Reviews go through a moderation workflow before appearing on your storefront. Access them from Reviews in the sidebar.

1

View Pending Reviews

Navigate to Reviews in the sidebar. You'll see a badge showing how many reviews need your attention.

2

Review the Content

Read each review carefully. You'll see the customer's name, star rating (1-5), and their written feedback.

Pro Tip

Look for specific product feedback that helps other customers make informed decisions.

3

Approve or Reject

Approve genuine reviews to publish them. Reject spam, inappropriate content, or fake reviews.

How Reviews Appear
Where customers see reviews on your store
Product Cards
Average star rating shown on product listings
Product Pages
Full reviews displayed on product detail pages
Star Ratings
Visual 1-5 star display
Review Count
Number of reviews shown next to rating

Review Best Practices

  • • Respond to negative reviews professionally and helpfully
  • • Apply the same moderation standard to positive and negative reviews
  • • Remove spam or content that violates your review policy
Analytics Dashboard

Analytics Dashboard

Review sales, orders, customers, and product metrics.

Understanding Your Metrics
Key numbers recorded for your store

The main Dashboard summarizes recorded revenue, orders, customers, and product activity for the selected period.

Total Revenue
Money earned from all orders
Total Orders
Number of completed purchases
Average Order Value
Revenue ÷ Orders
Total Customers
Unique buyers in your store
Charts and Visualizations
See trends over time

Your dashboard includes interactive charts that help you understand sales patterns:

  • Revenue Over Time: Line chart showing daily/weekly/monthly sales
  • Top Products: Bar chart of your best-selling items by revenue
  • Period Comparison: Compare current metrics vs previous period

Analytics Tips

  • • Review the dashboard on a consistent schedule
  • • Use date filters to compare the periods available in the dashboard
  • • Investigate changes in average order value before acting on them
Import & Export

Import & Export

Manage products in bulk using CSV files.

Importing Products
Add many products at once from a spreadsheet

If you have many products to add, importing from a CSV file is much faster than creating them one by one. Go to Products and click the Import button.

1

Download the Template

Click 'Download Template' to get a CSV file with all the correct column headers.

Pro Tip

Start with the supplied template so your columns match the import fields.

2

Fill in Your Products

Open the CSV in Excel or Google Sheets. Add your products, one per row. Include name, description, price, and other details.

3

Upload Your File

Click 'Choose File' and select your completed CSV. The import wizard will preview your products.

4

Review and Import

Check the preview for any errors (shown in red). Fix issues in your CSV if needed, then click Import to add all products.

Exporting Products
Download all your products as a CSV file

Export your products to back them up, edit in bulk, or import to another store. Click Export on the Products page to download a CSV with all your product data.

Backup
Keep a copy of your product catalog
Bulk Edit
Update many products in Excel, then re-import
Round-Trip
Export, edit, then review the import preview
Analysis
Use spreadsheet tools to analyze your catalog
Shipping Options

Shipping Options

Configure delivery methods and free shipping thresholds.

Setting Up Shipping
Create shipping options for your customers

The current shipping settings support up to three flat-rate options. Go to Settings → Shipping to configure them.

1

Navigate to Store Settings

Click Settings in the sidebar, then open Shipping.

2

Add a Shipping Option

In the Shipping section, click 'Add Shipping Option'. Enter a name (like 'Standard Shipping') and price.

Pro Tip

Name each option clearly and enter only delivery estimates you can support.

3

Set Free Shipping Threshold (Optional)

Enable the threshold and enter the minimum order amount that should qualify for free shipping.

Shipping Examples
Examples you can replace with your own prices and estimates
Standard Shipping
$5.99 - 5-7 business days
Express Shipping
$12.99 - 2-3 business days
Free Shipping
Orders over $50

Shipping Tips

  • • Make the threshold visible before customers reach checkout
  • • Digital products do not require a shipping option
  • • Customers see shipping options during checkout
Design & Themes

Design & Themes

Customize your storefront's look and feel.

Storefront Templates
Choose a layout that fits your brand

MyStore.gg includes six storefront templates with different layouts for product, editorial, and creator-led stores.

Studio

Editorial commerce for design-forward brands

Minimal

Clean, distraction-free for focused shopping

Modern

Contemporary design for lifestyle brands

Creator

A layout for personal brands and creator catalogs

Product-Focused

Hero layouts for flagship products

Content-Driven

Editorial style for storytelling brands

Themes
Color palettes and typography options

Choose from 17 curated themes across 6 templates. The compatible themes shown for a template control colors, fonts, button styles, and spacing without changing your content.

Theme Includes

  • Color palette
  • Typography pairing
  • Button styles
  • Border radius
  • Spacing scale

How to Change

  1. Go to Settings → Design
  2. Browse available themes
  3. Open the preview
  4. Click Apply to save
Store Customizer

Store Customizer

Edit your storefront content without touching code.

How the Customizer Works
Edit the storefront areas exposed by the customizer

The Store Customizer lets you edit the content of your storefront—headlines, images, navigation, footer, and more—all from a simple tabbed interface. Navigate to Settings → Customize to get started.

Tip: Preview Your Changes

Click the Preview button at any time to see your storefront in a new tab. Your changes are saved when you click Save Changes.

Announcement Bar
Display promotional messages at the top of your store

The announcement bar is a thin banner that appears at the very top of your storefront. Use it to highlight sales, free shipping thresholds, or important notices.

Toggle On/Off
Enable or disable the banner
Message Text
Your promotional message
Link URL
Where clicking the banner goes
Link Text
Optional clickable text
Hero Section
The main banner visitors see when they land on your store

The hero is the first large section on the storefront. Use it to name the offer and give customers one clear next action.

Headline
Main attention-grabbing text
Subheadline
Supporting message
CTA Button Text
Button label (e.g., 'Shop Now')
CTA Link
Where the button goes
Background Image
Upload from your image gallery
Overlay Opacity
Darken image for readability
Navigation Menu
Customize the links in your store's header

Control which pages appear in your store's main navigation. Add custom links, reorder items, and toggle the cart icon.

Add/Remove Links

Create custom navigation items pointing to any page

Cart Icon

Toggle the shopping cart icon in the header

Home Page Sections
Configure featured products and about section

Below your hero, you can show featured products and an about section to tell your brand story.

Featured Products

  • Enable/disable the section
  • Custom section title
  • Choose to show 4, 6, or 8 products

About Section

  • Enable/disable the section
  • Custom title and content text
  • Optional image
Footer
Customize your store's footer with links and social media

Your footer appears at the bottom of every page. Use it to include important links, social media profiles, and your brand tagline.

Tagline
Short brand message
Powered By Badge
Show/hide MyStore.gg credit
Social Links
Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
Link Sections
Create columns like 'Support' and 'Legal'
Contact Information
Your business contact details

Add your contact information so customers can reach you. This information can be displayed in your footer.

Email
Support email address
Phone
Business phone number
Address
Physical location
Payments

Payments

Connect available payment methods and review the fees that apply.

Payment Accounts
Configure the payment methods available to your store

Connect Stripe through the payment settings. PayPal appears at checkout only when it is enabled for the store and the required account credentials are configured.

Stripe

  • • Connected-account setup
  • • Card payment processing
  • • Store-level enablement
  • • Payout timing follows the connected account

PayPal

  • • Optional store-level payment method
  • • Requires enabled store settings
  • • Requires configured server credentials
  • • Availability depends on account configuration
Connecting Stripe
Link a Stripe account to your store

Use the Stripe Connect flow in MyStore to create or link the account that will process card payments:

1

Go to Settings → Payments

Find the payment settings in your dashboard.

2

Click 'Connect Stripe'

You'll be redirected to Stripe to create or link your account.

Pro Tip

Stripe controls its onboarding, verification, and payout requirements.

3

Complete Verification

Stripe may ask for business details and bank account information for payouts.

4

Enable for Your Store

Once connected, toggle the Stripe account on for each store where you want to accept payments.

Fee Structure
Platform and processor charges are separate
3%
Default MyStore Platform Fee
Varies
Payment-Processor Fee

The default MyStore platform fee is 3% per transaction, but a store-specific override or waiver may apply. Processor pricing, taxes, refunds, and other charges follow the connected account and transaction.

Taxes
Review the tax amounts and settings that apply

MyStore records tax amounts with the order when they are applied. Review your store and payment settings, and confirm your tax obligations with a qualified adviser.

Email Notifications

Email Notifications

Control customer and merchant emails from notification settings.

Customer Emails
Messages sent when the matching notification is enabled

Configure customer and merchant messages in Settings → Notifications. MyStore sends a message only when the matching notification and delivery setup are enabled.

Order Confirmation
Sent when a customer completes checkout
Shipping Updates
Sent when you add tracking information
Fulfillment Update
Sent when the configured fulfillment notification is triggered
Merchant Notifications
Stay informed about your store activity

Get notified when important things happen in your store:

  • New Order Alert: Email when you receive a new order
  • Low Stock Warning: Alert when inventory runs low
Abandoned Cart Recovery

Abandoned Cart Recovery

Send configured reminders for eligible incomplete carts.

How Cart Recovery Works
Configure reminders for eligible incomplete carts

When recovery is enabled and a shopper's email is captured, MyStore can send reminder emails for an incomplete cart. Access the workflow from Abandoned Carts in the sidebar.

1

Cart Detection

An incomplete cart becomes eligible after the configured delay when it contains items and a captured email address.

2

Recovery Email Sequence

MyStore can send up to three reminder emails using the delays configured for the store.

Pro Tip

Review the schedule, sender details, and message content before enabling recovery.

3

Optional Discount

Include a discount code in the final email to give customers extra incentive to complete their purchase.

Viewing Abandoned Carts
Monitor and track recovery performance

Your Abandoned Carts dashboard shows all carts that didn't convert, along with recovery statistics:

Cart Value
Total value of items in the cart
Customer Email
Who abandoned the cart
Emails Sent
Which recovery emails have been sent
Recovery Rate
Percentage of carts that converted

Recovery Tips

  • • Collect email early in checkout to enable recovery
  • • Keep recovery emails friendly and helpful, not pushy
  • • Use an optional final-email discount only when it fits the offer
Inventory Alerts

Inventory Alerts

Flag products that reach your low-stock threshold.

Low Stock Warnings
See when tracked stock reaches your threshold

Set a low stock threshold for your store, and you'll see warnings when inventory drops below that level. Look for the low stock badge in your sidebar.

1

Set Your Threshold

In Settings → Store, set your low stock threshold (e.g., 5 units). Products with inventory at or below this number will be flagged.

Pro Tip

Choose a threshold that gives you enough time to reorder or restock.

2

View Low Stock Products

The Products sidebar item shows a badge when products are low. Click it and use the 'Low Stock' filter to see affected items.

3

Take Action

Update inventory levels by editing the product, or disable 'Track Inventory' if you don't want stock management for that item.

Visual Indicators
Easy-to-spot inventory status
Sidebar Badge
Shows count of low stock products
Product List Filter
Quick filter to see only low stock items
Yellow Warning
Products with inventory at/below threshold
Red Alert
Products that are completely out of stock
Customer Order Lookup

Customer Order Lookup

Understand the current customer-status and tracking workflow.

Order-Status Communication
Use confirmation and fulfillment messages to share status details

Order confirmation and fulfillment emails can include an order-status link. Verify your storefront navigation and customer tracking workflow before relying on it for self-service support.

1

Send the Status Link

Use the link included in a configured order confirmation or fulfillment message.

2

Enter Lookup Details

The customer uses the identifying details requested by the status page.

3

Review the Current Status

When the customer-status workflow is connected to the order record, it can show order and tracking details.

Pro Tip

Test the complete customer flow before publishing status-page instructions.

Tracking Information
How tracking details appear to customers

When tracking details are added and the customer-status workflow is configured, fulfillment communications can include:

Tracking Number
The carrier's tracking ID
Carrier Name
UPS, USPS, FedEx, etc.
Track Link
Direct link to carrier's tracking page
Status Timeline
Visual progress through fulfillment

Order Lookup Tips

  • • Add tracking details only after the carrier information is confirmed
  • • Test the link and status shown for a completed sample order
  • • Keep a direct support path available when lookup details do not match
Team Management

Team Management

Invite team members and manage permissions.

Team Roles
Owner, Admin, and Staff access in the current team workflow

Owner

The store owner has the highest level of access, including account and team controls reserved for the owner.

Admin

Admin members can manage the operational areas allowed by the current permission rules, including team actions that are not owner-only.

Staff

Staff members receive the narrower set of operational permissions defined by the current team rules.

Team Capacity

Review the current team screen for available capacity before sending an invitation. Capacity is shown for the selected store.

Inviting Team Members
Add people to help manage your store
1

Go to Settings → Team

Find the team management section in your dashboard.

2

Click 'Invite Member'

Enter their email address and select a role (Admin or Staff).

3

They Receive an Invitation

The invited person receives an email with a link to join your store.

Pro Tip

Invited members need to create a MyStore.gg account if they don't have one.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions.

Ready to Start Selling?

Open MyStore, create your storefront, and configure the accounts you need.

Reviewed against the current product source: July 2026

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