Set up your store
This guide walks you through the essential steps to get your Genstore store up and running—from creating your store to uploading products and customizing your storefront. By the end, you’ll have a solid foundation for a successful launch.
Create your account and store
Start by signing up for a Genstore account.
- Go to the Genstore sign-up page and register with a valid email and password.
- After signing up, you’ll be guided through an AI-powered store setup. You can follow the quick AI process or choose Skip or Skip and create store to set things up manually.
- In Genstore admin, click ... next to your account name to manage settings like linked accounts and admin language.
Complete your store information
Navigate to Settings > General to fill in your store details. For detailed steps, refer to Store information settings:
- Store name and contact info (default name is
mystore) - Billing address and legal business name (for billing and compliance)
- Default currency and weight unit
- Store time zone (for orders and analytic reports)
- Store logo, brand colors, and social media links
Pro tip: Filling in accurate information ensures smooth billing and helps unlock store features.
Add staff and set permissions
If you have a team, you can create separate logins for each member and control their access.
Go to: Settings > Users and permissions. For details, see Roles and permissions
- Create individual staff accounts
- Assign roles like customer support, operations, or finance
- Limit access to sensitive data based on role
Clear roles = better security and smoother collaboration.
Set up your domain
Your domain is your store’s address online.
Go to: Settings > Domains. For details, see Domains
- Use your Genstore default domain (e.g.,
yourstore.genmystore.com). You can customize it once. - Prefer to use your own domain (e.g.,
yourbrand.com)? Connect it through DNS. Set up URL redirects if needed.
A custom domain helps you build brand credibility and trust.
Add your products
Start populating your store with products.
Go to: Products
- Manually add items with images, descriptions, prices, and inventory
- Import large product catalogs via CSV
- Organize items into collections for easier browsing
Use quality photos and rich descriptions to boost engagement and sales.
Speed up with AI-generated content
Upload product images and let Genstore’s AI assistant, Sara, generate titles, descriptions, and more.
You can always fine-tune the output to match your brand tone. For details, see Collaborate with AI agents
Design your storefront
Make your store look and feel just right.
Go to: Online Store > Themes
- Choose a theme from the template library
- Use the visual editor to customize your homepage, product pages, and more
- Advanced users can edit with code for deeper customization
- Preview everything before going live
A smooth, modern storefront builds trust and drives conversions.
Once you’ve completed these steps, your Genstore store is ready for products, traffic, and sales. Next, continue with store policies and launch preparation to get ready for go-live.