Admin

[PraveenKumar123]

Hi everyone ,

"Is it possible in a Shopify store to display a role-based dashboard? For example, when an admin logs in, show the admin dashboard, and when a customer logs in, show the customer dashboard."

Help me 

[DaisyVo]

Hi @PraveenKumar123 

Yes, it's possible to create a role-based dashboard in a Shopify store, but it requires custom development. Here's what you need to know:

Admin Dashboard

Shopify's admin interface is already tailored for store owners and staff. If you're looking to customize or add more features for admins:

• Use Shopify's Admin API or custom apps to create a unique admin panel.
• For store staff, assign specific permissions through staff accounts in the Shopify Admin.

Customer Dashboard

For customers, Shopify doesn’t provide an out-of-the-box “dashboard” feature, but you can create one:

1. Custom Development:
   Build a custom section on your storefront using Liquid, HTML, and CSS. Add features like order history, wish lists, or loyalty points.
2. Apps:
   Use apps like Customer Hub or Flits to enable a personalized dashboard for customers.

How to Show Different Dashboards Based on Roles

• Redirecting Users: Use Shopify's Liquid and JavaScript to detect logged-in users and redirect them to specific pages. For example:
• Customers → /account
• Admins/Staff → Keep using Shopify Admin.
• Separate Portals:
  Alternatively, host a separate admin panel outside of Shopify for admin tasks using APIs while keeping customers on the storefront.

My Thoughts
Honestly, implementing role-based dashboards will require effort, especially on the customer-facing side. Shopify is super flexible with APIs, so the possibilities are almost endless if you have a developer or use apps.

If you need help with any specific part of setting this up, feel free to ask. I’m here to assist!

Best regards,
Daisy