How to remove "Powered by Shopify"

Removing the "Powered by Shopify" footer message from your Shopify store can significantly enhance its professional appearance and align it more closely with your brand. Below, we'll guide you through the steps to remove this message, whether through theme customization options or direct code edits, and discuss some additional considerations to keep in mind.

Steps to Remove "Powered by Shopify"

Step 1: Access the Online Store Theme Editor

Log in to your Shopify admin dashboard and navigate to Online Store and then click on Themes. You will see a list of themes installed in your store. Identify the theme that you want to edit and click on the Actions button next to it.

Step 2: Modifying the Code

Locate the file named footer.liquid or theme.liquid (depending on the theme you are using) from the list of files and click on it to open the file in the code editor.

Step 3: Finding the Powered by Shopify Text

Once the code editor is open, use the search option to find the text Powered by Shopify.

Step 4: Removing the Text

After locating the Powered by Shopify text, you will need to remove it from the code. Save the changes by either using the Save button at the top of the code editor or pressing Ctrl + S (Windows) or Command + S (Mac) on your keyboard.

Step 5: Preview and Publish the Changes

To ensure that the changes take effect, click on the Preview button at the top-right corner of the Online Store Theme Editor.

Step 6 (Optional): Editing the Footer

In the Online Store Theme Editor, navigate to the Sections or Theme settings tab (depending on your theme) and modify the footer as desired.

Additional Considerations:

• Maintaining Professionalism and Trust: While removing Shopify's branding, consider adding your own branding or copyright notice to maintain a professional look and enhance customer trust.
• Back Up Your Theme: Before making any code edits, back up your theme to prevent any potential disruptions to your store's functionality.
• Be Prepared for Theme Updates: Manual code changes might be overwritten by future theme updates. Keep a record of changes for easy reapplication.
• Comply with Shopify's Guidelines: Ensure that your customizations adhere to Shopify's terms of service to avoid any service conflicts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Will removing "Powered by Shopify" affect my store's functionality?

A: No, removing the "Powered by Shopify" message will not affect your store's functionality. It is purely a cosmetic change intended to enhance your brand's presence on your website.

Q: Can I remove "Powered by Shopify" from any Shopify theme?

A: Yes, you can remove "Powered by Shopify" from any Shopify theme. The process may vary slightly depending on the theme's design and structure, but it's generally possible through theme customization or direct code editing.

Q: Is it necessary to have coding knowledge to remove the message?

A: While basic coding knowledge can help, especially for direct code edits, Shopify's interface is designed to be user-friendly. For many themes, you can remove the message through the theme settings without touching any code.

Q: Will I need to remove "Powered by Shopify" again if I update my theme?

A: Yes, if you manually edit your theme's code to remove the message, updating the theme could overwrite these changes. It's a good idea to keep a record of your edits or maintain a backup of your customized theme.