Domains and Launch Readiness
Connect a custom domain, verify launch readiness, and avoid switching customer traffic before the store is truly ready.
Audience: Store owners and adminsOwner: Merchant EducationUpdated March 2026Review cadence: QuarterlyNext review: June 30, 2026
Domain Setup
Use Store Settings > Domains to add and verify your custom storefront domain. Treat domain setup as part of launch readiness, not as a cosmetic final step.
Before switching traffic:
- verify the storefront on the platform-hosted URL first
- verify your legal pages and policy links resolve correctly
- confirm your email and support contact paths are current
Launch Checklist
Do not consider the store launch-ready until the basic browse-to-buy path works on mobile and desktop.
- homepage, products, cart, and checkout all render correctly
- custom branding and footer/legal links are present
- payment, pickup, or shipping flows are tested
- policies and legal documents are published
Related Docs
- `/docs/getting-started`
- `/docs/content-workspace-and-branding`
- `/docs/email-studio-and-lifecycle-messages`