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How to Remove “Powered by Shopify” from Your Store

Want to give your Shopify store a more unique and branded look? Many merchants love using Shopify, but some prefer a cleaner aesthetic for their storefront.

Removing the “Powered by Shopify” message from your footer is a simple way to enhance your brand identity and create a more professional look.

This article, based on research conducted across various Shopify help documents, community forums, and blog posts, will guide you through the process with easy-to-follow instructions and explore alternative solutions for customizing your footer.  

Methods for Removing “Powered by Shopify”

There are three primary methods for removing the “Powered by Shopify” message: through the theme editor, by directly editing the theme code, or by using a third-party app.

Method 1: Using the Theme Editor

This method is the easiest and doesn’t require any coding knowledge. Here’s how:

  1. Log in to your Shopify dashboard.
  2. Go to “Online Store” > “Themes”.
  3. Find the theme you want to edit and click the “…” button, then select “Edit default theme content”.
  4. In the “Filter items” search box, type “powered”. This will filter the settings and display the “Powered by Shopify” and “Powered by Shopify HTML” fields.
  5. In the “Powered by Shopify” box, enter a single space. This will remove the message from your storefront footer.  
  6. If your store is password protected, repeat step 5 for the “Powered by Shopify HTML” box. This ensures the message is also removed from the password page.
  7. Click “Save”.

Method 2: Editing the Theme Code

If the message persists after using Method 1, you might need to edit the theme code directly.

This method requires some basic understanding of HTML and Liquid, Shopify’s templating language.

  1. Log in to your Shopify dashboard.
  2. Go to “Online Store” > “Themes”.
  3. Find the theme you want to edit and click the “…” button, then select “Edit code”.
  4. In the “Sections” directory, click the footer.liquid file.
  5. Use Ctrl+F (or Cmd+F on a Mac) to find {{ powered_by_link }}.
  6. Delete this Liquid tag.
  7. Click “Save”.

Method 3: Using a Third-Party App

While there isn’t a dedicated app specifically for removing the “Powered by Shopify” message, some page builder apps offer footer customization options that can be used to achieve this.

Some popular page builder apps with this functionality include:  

  • Shogun Page Builder: This drag-and-drop builder allows you to customize various elements of your store, including the footer.
  • LayoutHub Easy Page Builder: LayoutHub provides pre-built templates and customization options to help you create unique pages and modify your store’s footer.
  • GemPages Page Builder & Funnel: GemPages is another drag-and-drop builder that offers a wide range of customization options, including footer editing.

Keep in mind that these apps primarily focus on broader theme and page customization, so removing the “Powered by Shopify” message is just one of their many features.

Alternative Solutions to Removing “Powered by Shopify”

Instead of completely removing the message, you can customize your footer with other elements that strengthen your brand:

  • Add a call to action (CTA): Encourage visitors to take specific actions, such as subscribing to your newsletter, following you on social media, or checking out your best-selling products.  
  • Highlight your brand’s tagline or unique selling proposition (USP): Reinforce your brand identity and make your store more memorable. For example, if your brand focuses on sustainable practices, you could add a tagline like “Committed to sustainable fashion.”  
  • Insert a copyright notice with your logo: Convey professionalism and reinforce trustworthiness. This is a standard practice for most online stores and helps establish your brand’s legitimacy.  
  • Showcase store policies or certifications: Boost customer confidence by displaying information about your return policy, shipping guarantees, or secure checkout badges. This helps address potential concerns and encourages customers to make a purchase.  
  • Add social media icons: Make it easy for customers to connect with you on social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.  
  • Include contact information: Provide customers with a way to reach you directly, such as your email address or phone number.  
  • Add a newsletter signup form: Grow your email list and stay in touch with your customers by offering them exclusive deals, updates, and content.  

You can also customize the footer by adding a custom message or link using the “Edit Languages” tool or the code editor.

Using the “Edit Languages” tool:

  1. From your Shopify dashboard, go to “Online Store” > “Themes”.
  2. Find the theme you want to edit and click the “…” button, then select “Edit languages”.
  3. In the “Filter translations” search box, type “powered”.
  4. In the “Powered by Shopify” field, replace the default text with your custom message or link. For example, you could add a copyright notice like “© 2025 Your Store Name. All Rights Reserved.” or a link to your “About Us” page.  
  5. Click “Save”.

Using the code editor:

  1. From your Shopify dashboard, go to “Online Store” > “Themes”.
  2. Find the theme you want to edit and click the “…” button, then select “Edit code”.
  3. In the “Sections” directory, click the footer.liquid file.
  4. Locate the line of code that contains {{ powered_by_link }}.
  5. Replace this line with your custom text or link using HTML code. For example, to add a link to your “About Us” page, you could use the following code: HTML<div class="footer-custom-text"> <a href="/about-us">About Us</a> </div>  
  6. Click “Save”.

Potential Issues with Removing “Powered by Shopify”

While removing the “Powered by Shopify” message is generally safe and doesn’t violate any Shopify policies, there are a few potential issues to be aware of:  

  • Theme updates: When updating your theme, the changes you made to remove the message might be overwritten. You’ll need to reapply the changes after each update. To do this, follow the steps outlined in Method 1 or Method 2, depending on how you initially removed the message.  
  • Third-party themes: The steps above apply to Shopify’s free themes. Third-party themes might have different methods for removing the message. You may need to contact the theme developer for assistance.  
  • Accidental code deletion: When editing the theme code, be careful not to delete any other code unintentionally. This could cause errors on your website. Always back up your theme before making any changes.  

Conclusion

Removing the “Powered by Shopify” message from your store’s footer can be a simple yet effective way to enhance your brand identity and create a more customized and professional experience for your customers.

Try out these methods and create a footer that reflects your unique brand identity!

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