Start a new website or refresh your old website for FREE

This is a FREE service to small businesses in NZ to update their existing online store to Shopify, or start a new Shopify store.

  • Shopify is the leading E-Commerce platform worldwide but getting started can be a challenge for business owners who are not experienced with websites or E-Commerce.
  • Use this service to get up and running quickly, so you can put more energy into your products and customers.
  • Reduce the cost and complexity of your website while making it easier for your customers to buy your product or service
  • Please note this is a free setup, there will be ongoing Shopify subscription costs depending on your Shopify plan.

Apply below to get started!

Who the service is for
Small Businesses

Small Businesses

Sole Traders

Sole Traders

Community Groups

Community Groups

Tradespeople

Tradespeople

Artists

Artists

Non-Profit Organisations

Non-Profit Organisations

How it works
Apply online using the form below

No obligation, free and cancel at any time.
We will assess your website and eligibility

This service is for:

  • Small Businesses
  • Individuals or Sole Traders
  • Artists, Tradepeople or Startups
  • Community Groups or Non Profit Organisations
Your website will be privately created in Shopify

No changes will happen to your original store
You will be sent a link to preview your new website

An unlimited free trial period allows you to make changes and get used to the new platform before you are comfortable to go live.
You decide when to go live

Going live is as simple as connecting your domain to the new website, selecting a Shopify plan and start selling!

Features that are included with your Shopify subscription
Mobile Friendly Design

Mobile Friendly Design

Frequently asked questions
What will my ongoing costs be after the free setup?

Once you are ready, you can select a Shopify Plan that suits your needs, most stores using this service will be on the starter plan.
Who will provide ongoing support?

This service is for people motivated to run their own website, who just need assistance to get going. Once you are up and running you can use the extensive Shopify support service.
My website already has products on it, will they be added to my new store?

Yes, everything including products and pages will be re-created in Shopify
I don't have a website yet, can you help?

We can create a website for you as long as you have everything ready. Such as what pages you want, what products you offer, and content including images, descriptions and prices.
My business is too large to qualify, can I still get a free website?

Please send in your application and we will assess whether it may still be eligible.
What is Shopify and how does it work?

Shopify is an all-in-one commerce platform built for independent business owners to start, run, and grow their businesses online, in-store, and everywhere in between. Here are just a few things you can do with Shopify:

  • Create and customize an online store
  • Sell in multiple places, including web, mobile, social media, and brick-and-mortar
  • Manage products, inventory, payments, and shipping
  • Create, execute, and analyze online marketing campaigns
Can I cancel at any time?

Yes you can cancel your Shopify plan at any time
Are there transaction fees?

There are no transaction fees for stores using Shopify Payments. If you choose a third-party payment provider, there will be additional fees of 2%, 1% or 0.5% for the Basic, Grow, and Advanced Shopify plans, respectively.
Are there Credit Card Fees?

Shopify charges a small fee to allow you to accept major credit cards, such as Visa and Mastercard, as payment in your store. These fees vary depending on the plan that you choose.
Do I get free website hosting?

Yes, Shopify includes secure, unlimited ecommerce hosting on all plans