How to set up an online store on Facebook?

Here is the translation of the Polish text:

Step 1: Create a business page (Fanpage)

To have a shop on Facebook, you need to have a business page (Fanpage). If you don’t have one yet:

  1. Log in to your Facebook account.

  2. Go to: https://www.facebook.com/pages/create/

  3. Choose page type: Business or brand.

  4. Fill in the required information and create your business page.

Step 2: Set up Facebook Commerce

To sell products on Facebook, you need to set up Facebook Commerce:

  1. Go to your business page settings.
  2. Click “Add a product catalog”.

Step 3: Create a product catalog

To create a product catalog:

  1. Click “Create a new product catalog”.
  2. Choose the products you want to add.

Step 4: Set up payment and shipping

To set up payment and shipping:

  1. Click “Add a payment method”.
  2. Choose your preferred payment option.

Step 5: Publish your shop

To publish your shop:

  1. Go to your business page settings.
  2. Click “Publish” to make your shop visible on Facebook.

Optional: Connect your Instagram account

To connect your Instagram account:

  1. Go to your Facebook page settings.
  2. Click “Connect with Instagram”.

Additional requirements and notes:

  • You must have a registered business.
  • Your company must be located in a country supported by Facebook Commerce (Poland is supported).
  • You must comply with Facebook’s trade policies and privacy policy.

What does a shop on Facebook offer?

  • Free product listing.
  • Integration with Facebook Ads.
  • Ability to label products in posts and videos.

Summary:

Element Required?
Facebook business page ✅ YES
Facebook Commerce setup ✅ YES
Product catalog ✅ YES
External e-commerce website ❌ NO (but recommended)
Registered business ✅ YES
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