Transferring ownership of your Shopify store is crucial when selling your business or handing it off to a client. Whether you’re the store owner or a developer managing a client’s store, understanding how to transfer ownership smoothly is essential. In this guide, we’ll walk you through two different methods of transferring ownership on Shopify.
Method 1: Transferring Ownership as the Store Owner
If you’re the current owner of a Shopify store and want to transfer it to someone else, follow these steps:
Step 1: Log in to Your Shopify Account
Begin by logging into your Shopify account. Make sure you’re using the account that owns the store.
Step 2: Go to the Settings Menu
Once you’re logged in, navigate to the Settings option located at the bottom left of your Shopify dashboard.
Step 3: Select Users and Permissions
In the Settings menu, click on Users and Permissions. This section allows you to manage who has access to your store.
Step 4: Transfer Store Ownership
In the Users and Permissions section, you’ll see a list of users associated with your store. You’ll also see your own name listed as the current store owner.
- Click on Transfer Ownership next to your name.
- A new form will appear where you’ll need to enter the email address, first name, last name, and password for the person you are transferring ownership to.
Step 5: Confirm the Transfer
After filling out the necessary details, click on Transfer Store Ownership to complete the process. The new owner will receive an email notification and must accept the transfer to finalize it.
Method 2: Transferring Ownership as a Developer (From a Partner Account)
If you’re a developer who has built a Shopify store on your Partner account, follow these steps to transfer ownership to your client:
Step 1: Log in to Your Shopify Partner Account
Start by logging into your Shopify Partner account. This is where you manage all the development stores you’ve created.
Step 2: Access the Development Store
Once logged in, go to your Partner dashboard and click on Stores. Here, you’ll see a list of all the development stores you’re working on.
- Find the store you want to transfer, and click on it.
Step 3: Initiate the Transfer
Within the selected store’s dashboard, locate the Transfer Ownership button.
- Click on it to begin the transfer process.
Step 4: Enter the New Owner’s Details
Just like in the first method, you’ll need to fill in the new owner’s email address, first name, last name, and password.
Step 5: Complete the Transfer
After entering all the required information, click Transfer Store Ownership. Your client will receive an email to accept the ownership transfer. Once they accept, the store will be moved to their Shopify account.
Conclusion
Transferring ownership of a Shopify store is a straightforward process once you know the steps. Whether you’re a store owner or a developer, following this guide will ensure a smooth transition.
