How to Remove “Powered by Shopify” from Your Online Store

Shopify is a popular e-commerce platform that empowers countless entrepreneurs and businesses to set up and manage their online stores. While Shopify offers an array of tools and features to help you build a professional and functional e-commerce website, it also includes a small branding element that many store owners wish to remove: the “Powered by Shopify” text in the footer of their websites.

In this article, we’ll guide you through the process of removing the “Powered by Shopify” text from your online store, ensuring your website maintains a clean and customized appearance that aligns with your brand.

1. Log in to Your Shopify Admin

To get started, you’ll need to access your Shopify admin dashboard. Log in using your credentials.

2. Access Your Theme Settings

Once logged in, click on “Online Store” in the left-hand menu. This will take you to the “Themes” section. In the “Themes” section, you’ll see your currently installed theme.

3. Edit Your Theme

Next, click on the “Actions” button next to your active theme and select “Edit code.” This will take you to the theme code editor.

4. Locate the Footer Section

In the theme code editor, you’ll see a list of theme files on the left side. Look for a file named “footer.liquid” or “footer.liquid.liquid” in the “Sections” or “Snippets” folder, respectively. This is where you’ll find the code responsible for displaying the “Powered by Shopify” text.

5. Remove or Comment Out the Code

Once you’ve located the “footer” file, find the code that references “Powered by Shopify.” It usually looks something like this:

{% if settings.show_powered_by_shopify %}
  <p id="powered-by-shopify">Powered by <a href="https://www.shopify.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shopify</a></p>
{% endif %}

To remove the text, simply delete this code. However, it’s a good practice to comment out the code instead of deleting it in case you want to re-add it later. To comment out the code, wrap it in {% comment %} and {% endcomment %} tags like this:

{% comment %}
  <p id="powered-by-shopify">Powered by <a href="https://www.shopify.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Shopify</a></p>
{% endcomment %}

6. Save Your Changes

After making the necessary changes, click the “Save” button to save your modified theme. This will remove the “Powered by Shopify” text from your store’s footer.

7. Preview and Publish

Before making the changes live, it’s a good idea to preview your store to ensure that the “Powered by Shopify” text has been successfully removed. You can do this by clicking the “Preview” button in the top right corner of the theme editor. If everything looks good, click “Publish” to make the changes live on your online store.

8. Clear Cache (If Needed)

In some cases, you might need to clear your browser cache or use an incognito/private browsing window to see the changes immediately.

Conclusion

Removing the “Powered by Shopify” text from your online store is a straightforward process that allows you to maintain a clean and branded appearance for your e-commerce business. By following the steps outlined in this guide, you can customize your Shopify store to better suit your brand identity and create a seamless shopping experience for your customers. Remember to regularly check your store to ensure that the text is removed and that your site continues to look and function as desired.