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Shopify Store Setup in Melbourne for Small Businesses

Aki offers end-to-end Shopify store setup for small businesses in Melbourne, from the first product upload to the day you hand the keys to your team. No agency jargon, no half-finished store: just a shop that works, built by someone who's done it before.

Not sure which platform is even right for you? That's part of the conversation too. Aki looks at what you sell and how before recommending Shopify, Wix, Amazon, or Circle POS, rather than starting from a fixed answer.

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Shopify store setup and other e-commerce services

Shopify & Amazon Store Setup

Your Shopify store built from the ground up: theme setup, product listings, categories, and checkout configured so customers can actually find and buy what you sell. Where it fits your business, Aki also sets up Amazon Seller and/or Amazon Vendor and connects it to Shopify using Shopify's official Marketplace Connect app, so listings, orders, and inventory stay in sync across both.

  • Store build and theme customisation
  • Product upload and categorisation
  • Amazon store setup and listing configuration
  • Shopify Marketplace Connect setup for cross-platform syncing
  • Payment and shipping configuration
  • Mobile and checkout testing

Online Menus, Ordering & Reservations (for cafés & restaurants)

Not every business needs a full product catalogue. For cafés and restaurants, Aki sets up a simpler online presence built around what actually drives business: a menu customers can browse, ordering that doesn't send them to a third-party app, and a way to book a table.

  • Mobile-friendly online menu, easy to update yourself
  • Commission-free ordering for pickup, delivery, or dine-in, taken directly on your site
  • Table reservation booking system
  • Connection to delivery platforms where needed, so orders still land in one place

Wix eCommerce Setup

For businesses that already have or want a Wix website, Aki can add and configure Wix's native e-commerce tools directly, so you can start selling without migrating to a separate platform.

  • Wix Stores setup and product configuration
  • Payment and shipping configuration
  • Inventory and order management setup

Circle POS Setup for Bookshops

Circle POS is built specifically for booksellers: point of sale, stock management, and online sales in one system. It's a strong fit for a bricks-and-mortar bookshop that wants an online presence without managing a separate website.

  • Circle POS setup and configuration
  • Stock and inventory management
  • In-store and online sales syncing

Staff Training & Handover Documentation

A store is only useful if your team can run it without calling for help every time something changes.

  • Live walkthrough training sessions
  • Written handover documentation
  • Order and inventory workflow guides

Order, Inventory & Payment Workflows

The unglamorous but essential part: the systems that keep orders, stock levels, and payments running correctly behind the scenes.

  • Order processing setup
  • Inventory tracking configuration
  • Payment gateway setup and testing

Migration Support from Other Platforms

Moving from Squarespace, Wix, or another platform to Shopify (or between e-commerce systems generally) without losing products, orders, or customer data.

  • Product and customer data migration
  • Redirect setup to protect existing search rankings
  • Side-by-side testing before going live

How it works

A simple, collaborative process designed to fit into your busy schedule.

  1. Discovery

    We look at what you're selling, how you sell it now, and which platform actually fits your business, rather than assuming one from the start.

  2. Build

    Store setup, product configuration, and platform connections happen here, with check-ins along the way, not a surprise reveal at the end.

  3. Handover

    Training, documentation, and testing, so your team can run the store confidently from day one.

Frequently asked questions

What's included in a Shopify store setup?

Theme setup and customisation, product upload and categories, payments, shipping and tax settings, checkout and mobile testing, then a live training session and written handover notes so your team can run the store.

How much does Shopify store setup cost in Melbourne?

It depends on how many products you sell and which features the store needs. After a free consultation you get a clear quote and a realistic timeline before any work starts.

Can you also photograph my products for the store?

Yes. Aki is a content studio as well, so product photos and short videos for your listings can be shot in Melbourne as part of the same project.

Can you set up online ordering for my café or restaurant, not a full online store?

Yes. Using Wix's restaurant tools, Aki can set up commission-free ordering, a mobile-friendly menu, and table reservations directly on your website, without building a full product catalogue.

What e-commerce platforms do you work with?

Aki specialises in Shopify, Amazon, Wix, and Circle POS, covering the platforms most Melbourne small businesses actually need, whether you're starting fresh or adding a store to a site you already have. Other platforms can be supported depending on your setup. Get in touch to check.

Can you set up Amazon selling alongside my Shopify store?

Yes. Amazon setup is connected to Shopify using Shopify's official Marketplace Connect app, so listings, orders, and inventory stay in sync across both.

Is Circle POS only for bookshops?

Circle POS is purpose-built for booksellers, so it's the strongest fit if you run a bookshop. For other retail types, Shopify, Wix or Amazon setup is usually the better starting point.

How long does a store setup take?

It depends on the platform, your product catalogue size, and how many features the store needs. You'll get a realistic timeline before any work starts.

Can you migrate my existing store to a new platform?

Yes. Migration support includes moving products, customer data, and setting up redirects so you don't lose your existing search rankings in the process.

Do you offer support after the store launches?

Yes, through Aki's ongoing marketing consulting service, or as a standalone check-in. The handover documentation and staff training are there so your team isn't dependent on ongoing support, but it's available if you want it.

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