How to create & manage a Multi-Store setup in DesignO?

A store setup defines how your DesignO environment functions for each business you manage — from basic store details to product visibility, order routing, and user access. Every configuration you choose directly impacts how smoothly the store operates and how efficiently your clients can work inside the system. 

Below is a complete step-by-step guide to add, configure, and manage a store in DesignO.

Step 1 - Open stores in DesignO dashboard

1. Log in to your DesignO admin. 
2. Click Stores (directly above Web-to-Print Setup).
   

You’ll see all stores registered in your account (example: Magento staging, WordPress site, etc.)

Use the list to confirm domains, platforms and current settings before adding new ones.

Step 2 - Add a new store

1. Click Add Store.
   
2. Fill the required fields:
   
1. Store Name - descriptive (e.g., DesignO Magento Staging) 
2. Store Code - short unique code (e.g., mag_stg) 
3. Store Domain / API URL - full domain or API endpoint used for integration 
4. Client IP Address - IP to be whitelisted / used for callbacks 
5. Currency - select from list (USD, INR, EUR, etc.) 
6. Store Language - pick from available languages; request addition for new languages if needed 
7. E-commerce Platform - choose Magento, Shopify, WordPress, or Other for custom dev 
8. Store Type - B2C or B2B
   
   
3. Save / Submit the new store entry.
   

Step 3 - Verify the store domain & connection 

1. After saving, check that the Domain/API URL is reachable and responding. 
2. If your store requires whitelisting, ensure the Client IP and any firewall rules are set on your store host. 
3. Do a quick product sync or API test (if available in your admin) to confirm communication. 
   

You can also manage multiple platforms from one place:

1. Once added, DesignO lets you manage stores built on different platforms (Magento, Shopify, WordPress) centrally. 
2. When adding products, you can choose which store(s) to import from. 
3. Libraries (images, templates, backgrounds, etc.) can be created per store so assets stay organized.
   

You can also assign content and images to stores as per your need:

1. Images and other assets can be assigned to:
   
1. All stores (global) OR
   
2. Selected stores (store-specific)
   
2. Use store-specific libraries to avoid cross-store clutter and accidental asset exposure.
   

Step 4 - Choose shared vs independent configurations 

1. You can either:
   
1. Use the same configuration across multiple stores (fast, consistent) OR
   
2. Manage each store individually (customized behavior per market or platform) 
   

Decide per business need, for example, price formats, currency, and language often require store-level customization. 

If you need any help or have any query with this step, feel free to reach us at support@designby.com

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