Are you looking to create an ecommerce store on Limecube? The Limecube Shop provides a practical, fuss-free solution that places your products in front of customers quickly. Designed for efficiency and effectiveness without sacrificing quality, this help article guides you in creating and managing an e-commerce shop on Limecube.
Setting up your shop properly is crucial for ensuring smooth operations and maximising revenue.
Here are the key steps to setting up your shop:
This section is for when you don't have a shop on Limecube yet, and looking to set one up. If you already have the shop, you can skip this section.
To start selling on Limecube, first, create your shop. Here are the steps to setting up a Limecube shop:
Now, you are ready to start adding products. If your site is not live, add your shop to the navigation menu by clicking the three dots next to 'Shop' on the pages panel and selecting 'Show on menu'.
This help video below shows you the steps above for creating a shop.
Payment options are through Stripe, one of the largest payment platforms in the world. See below on how to set your Stripe account up.
Function | What it does |
Live API key: | This key is generated and provided by Stripe, under your Stripe account. It is required for going live with your shop. |
Test API key: | This key is generated and provided by Stripe, under your Stripe account. It is required for testing the shop fully. |
Select payment mode: | Test mode should be selected until your shop is ready to launch. Make sure you have tested your shop before launching! |
Select currency: |
This is the currency both your shop users will pay based on, and how Stripe will take payments. This is very important to make sure you get paid properly for your products.
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Tax label: | Where tax is applicable on your products, enter the tax type label here. E.g. VAT, GST etc. |
Tax percentage: | Enter the percentage of tax that is included in your product. At this time this only shows a label, and does not add or change the price of your product as entered in the product screen. |
Stripe supports many payment methods such as:
Find the full list of supported payment methods here.
By default, the following will be enabled:
To enable the other payment methods:
Once you logged into your Stripe dashboard, to change the supported payment methods, you can:
To set up shipping, go to the shipping tab. You have two options: local shipping zone or local and international shipping zone.
Shipping Options:
When setting shipping option(s), you can choose 1 option or multiple options to offer at checkout.
Shipping Selection:
Country Field:
International Shipping Zones:
This setup ensures that your shipping options are configured correctly for both local and international orders.
Note: We'll be continue adding new shipping methods in the near future. If you have a type you specifically need, please log a feature support request.
Customer order history is provided through Google Sheets, offering several benefits:
Google Sheets is a mandatory feature to protect against loss of order information due to missed emails or accidental deletion.
To sync your order history with Google Sheets:
Your order history is now synced with Google Sheets for easy access and tracking.
To view payment details:
You can also see detailed individual transactions in your Stripe account. Learn more here..
Item | Notes |
Name: | This is your product name that will show throughout your shop and order emails. |
URL: | The page URL for your product. It auto-populates based on the product name but can be edited. Keep it short and unique for best practices. |
Price: | Enter the product price without a currency symbol. The currency will automatically apply based on your 'Payment settings'. |
Description: | Write an engaging product description to attract buyers. Using the AI writer can help create effective descriptions. |
Image: |
Images upload to your websites file manager. We recommend sorting your images into folders, categorised to make them easier to manage and find. |
Sizes: |
Sizes are for when you have a product such as a dress or shoes that have different sizes available. As you enter a value in this field, a new row will automatically appear. |
Purchase options: |
Purchase options are used when you want to display a product, but control whether it can be bought or not. For example:
When you'd use these 2 statuses: Marking products as "Sold Out" or "Out of Stock" while still displaying them in your online store can serve several purposes:
By marking products as "Sold Out" or "Out of Stock" but keeping them visible, you're balancing marketing, transparency, and SEO considerations to maintain user engagement and drive future sales. Note: By default products are set as 'Available'. |
Purchase options: |
By default this will be set as 'Available', which allows people to buy multiple quantities of the item. If you have an item that is limited to 1 for unique pieces, change this value to 'Lock to single item'. |
Meta Title and Description: | These are for SEO purposes and help you rank better in Google. Click here to learn more about Meta Title and Descriptions. |
OG Title and Description: |
OG = Open Graph for social media. These settings are for Social Media platforms and properly sharing your product. Click here to learn more. |
To manage your shop admin, there are two ways to access it:
1. Through the Page Editor:
2. Through the Pages Menu:
The shop dashboard provides a summary of all products added to the shop. Key functions include:
Categories help organise a range of products, making it easier for shoppers to find what they need.
By default, a category is not published when first created. To make your category available:
Item | Notes |
Name: | This is your category title |
URL: | The page URL for your category. It auto-populates based on the category name but can be edited. Keep it short and unique for best practices. |
Description: | This is your category description that will show at the top of your category page. This description is optional. |
Meta Title and Description | These are for SEO purposes and help you rank better in Google. Click here to learn more about Meta Title and Descriptions. |
OG Title and Description |
OG = Open Graph for social media. These settings are for Social Media platforms and properly sharing your product. Click here to learn more. |
Password: |
If you wish to restrict this category and all the products in it, you can set a password. |
To have your categories show on the top site navigation menu like the screenshot above, make sure your category is 'Published':
And under your product edit screen, you have applied your category.
Testing is crucial when setting up your shop for the first time. Limecube allows you to use test credit card details in test mode to ensure everything works before going live. Test the following scenarios:
Testing scenarios | Card number to test |
1. Payment success | 4242 4242 4242 4242 |
2. Payment requires authentication | 4000 0025 0000 3155 |
3. Payment is declined | 4000 0000 0000 9995 |
For all scenarios:
The product summary/feed is the display showing all your products in a tiled summary view. The functions for this summary feed serve 2 purposes:
To add a shop feed to other pages:
You can repeat this process on any page where you want the feed to appear.
To adjust the settings of the feed:
Categories | This feature allows you to show all products, or filter by specific categories. Filtering can be useful for such product range pages, e.g. specials, or clearance. |
Number of products | This controls how many products will display in this area. |
Products per row |
This setting controls how many products will show per row. When activated, it will resize the product preview to fit the number of products required into the width of the section. Typically this is no more than 3 when placed in a medium-width section, or up to a maximum of 5 on a full-screen width section. |
Description | This setting controls whether the description will show or not show in the feed. |
Page numbers | This turns on/off the option to have page numbers and previous/next under your shop products for navigation. |
Image thumb | Controls whether the image thumb will display in this area |
Product spacing | Product spacing controls the space between products. |
Space around text | Controls spacing around the text in each product box. |
To manage your shop admin, there are two ways to access it:
1. Through the Page Editor:
2. Through the Pages Menu:
Refunds are processed directly through your Stripe account. Click here to learn how.
Limecube sends order emails to both the purchaser and the site admin. This does not constitute a valid tax invoice. To set up valid tax invoices, configure your Stripe account.
Terms and Conditions Page:
Examples:
Below are some examples you are free to use.
Welcome to [Your Shop Name]. These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of our website and services. By accessing this website, we assume you accept these terms and conditions. Do not continue to use [Your Shop Name] if you do not agree to all of the terms and conditions stated on this page.
Your privacy is important to us. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and protect your information.
We reserve the right to update these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of our website following any changes indicates your acceptance of the new terms and conditions.
These terms and conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Country/State], and you irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in that State or location.
Welcome to [Your Shop Name]. By using our website, you agree to these terms and conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use our website.
Please see our Privacy Policy for information on how we handle your data.
We may update these terms at any time without notice.
These terms are governed by the laws of [Your Country/State].
Welcome to [Your Shop Name]. These terms and conditions govern your use of our website and services. By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these terms. If you do not agree, please do not use our services.
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for details on how we collect, use, and safeguard your information.</p
Shipping and Returns Information:
Examples:
Below are some examples you are free to use.
We aim to process and ship all orders within [number] business days. Shipping times may vary based on your location and the shipping method selected at checkout. We offer the following shipping options:
Once your order has been dispatched, you will receive a confirmation email with tracking information.
We currently offer international shipping to the following countries: [List of countries]. Please note that international shipping times may vary and additional customs charges may apply, which are the responsibility of the customer.
If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return the item(s) within [number] days of receipt for a refund or exchange. To be eligible for a return, items must be in their original condition and packaging.
To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team at [email address] with your order number and reason for return. We will provide you with a return authorization and instructions on how to return your item(s).
The cost of return shipping is the responsibility of the customer unless the item is defective or incorrect. We recommend using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance for items of high value.
Once we receive your return, we will inspect the item(s) and process your refund within [number] business days. Refunds will be issued to the original payment method. Please note that shipping costs are non-refundable.
If you would like to exchange an item, please follow the return process and place a new order for the desired item.
We process orders within [number] business days. Shipping options include:
Tracking information will be emailed once your order ships.
Return items within [number] days for a refund or exchange. Items must be in original condition and packaging.
Contact us at [email address] with your order number to initiate a return.
Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility unless the item is defective.
Refunds will be processed within [number] business days to the original payment method.
At [Your Shop Name], we strive to process and ship all orders within [number] business days. Shipping options available include:
Once your order has been shipped, you will receive a confirmation email with tracking details. Please note that delivery times are estimates and may vary due to external factors.
We offer international shipping to a wide range of countries. Shipping times and costs vary by destination. Additional customs fees or taxes may apply and are the responsibility of the customer.
All shipped orders come with a tracking number. You can track your order using the tracking link provided in your shipping confirmation email.
We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase. If you are not happy with your order, you may return the item(s) within [number] days of receipt for a refund or exchange. Items must be in their original condition and packaging, with all tags and labels intact.
To initiate a return, please contact our customer service team at [email address] with your order number and reason for return. Our team will provide you with a return authorization and detailed instructions on how to return your item(s).
The cost of return shipping is the responsibility of the customer, except in cases where the item is defective or we made an error. We recommend using a trackable shipping service and purchasing shipping insurance for returns of high value.
Once we receive your return, we will inspect the item(s) and process your refund within [number] business days. Refunds will be credited to the original payment method. Please note that original shipping costs are non-refundable.
If you need to exchange an item, please follow the return process and place a new order for the replacement item. This ensures the desired item is reserved for you.
If you receive a damaged or defective item, please contact us immediately at [email address] with your order number and a photo of the item. We will arrange for a replacement or refund as quickly as possible.
If you have any questions about our shipping and returns policy, please contact our customer service team at [email address].
Payments and Security
Examples:
You are free to use this example below:
We only accept secure payments through Stripe, ensuring your transactions are safe and protected. Stripe is a leading payment processor that uses advanced encryption and security measures to safeguard your payment information.
Our website is protected by an SSL certificate, indicated by the padlock icon in your browser's address bar. This ensures all data transmitted between your browser and our server is encrypted, providing an additional layer of security for your sensitive information.
Placement:
Note: Any terms and conditions provided should be considered a starting point and not legally binding. It is your responsibility to ensure the legalities of your terms and conditions on your site. Limecube is not responsible for any consequences resulting from the use of these examples. They are meant solely as a guide and starting point.
Coupons are used to give discounts to customers purchasing from your store. Here's how to manage them:
Note: Coupons only discount the product prices and do not apply to shipping costs.
This option is for when you want to offer your customers the ability to pickup from your store. This feature gives you the option to ask for payment at checkout as normal, or let the customer pay in-store.
To activate this:
To delete your shop:
This process is irreversible for your shop, however you can still recreate a new shop if you need.
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