Will changing my store name cause legal issues?

[Doge1]

I created my store and just chose a name later i changed the name of the store. Now looking at a preview of my store i saw the name on my front page of the store. I want to know if the name i changed to would cause me problems where someone else also have the same name for their store also i am not registered as a business where i would have a legal claim to the name.

Thanks in advance 

[Zworthkey]

@Doge1 
You can't change the Store url of 'xyz.myshopify.com'.

Once you have created the name will be same,

if you want to change then u have to Buy the Domain,

[Iris]

Hi @Doge1 ,

Thanks for reaching out here. I'd love to help.

As @Zworthkey mentioned - once created, myshopify.com URL can't be altered. I wanted to pop in to provide extra context! You can't edit the URL because your Shopify account is tied to it. So it's kind of like a unique username or ID.

However, you don't need to go through the process of creating a new account as long as you intend to purchase a custom domain. I would definitely recommend getting a domain. Much like a storefront window, a good domain will create awareness and attract customers.

When you've added a custom domain and set it to your primary domain, your customers won't be able to see the .myshopify.com URL. Instead, you'll only need it for logging in to your account. You can follow the steps for setting up a primary domain here.

There should be a state website or a database in most countries where you can search business names and find out whether another business is already using the name you have chosen.

What led to the change for your business? Are you working on setting up a different brand than you had initially envisioned? 

Here is an excellent guide on the branding process.

Let me know if that helps!

[Doge1]

Hi Iris

Thanks for the reply. 

I have not sold anything yet from my store because im still in a research phase. I have found our state website registring company names and i am in the process of registering. Now i dont know what to call it. I dont want to give it a specific name that associate only with a certain niche i want it to be flexible. Any ideas guys would be appreciated. 

[Iris · Accepted solution]

No worries, I’m happy to help.

So you’re looking to start with a general store, allowing the winning product to guide you to the profitable niche, is that right?

Naming your business is a creative process so give yourself some time to think. That said, there are some pretty essential points that you should take into consideration:

• Keep it Simple and Straightforward
  When you’re looking for a memorable name for your business, you need to make it easy for people to remember.

• Choose a Future Proof Name
  You might want to add more products to your business in the future as it grows, so keep your options open when you’re choosing a name for your business.

• Convey Meaning
  Try to avoid business names like “Andrew’s Sports Store”. Instead, you could use words related to working out, like “Power Sports” or “Reflex Apparel”. These business names simply have more meaning – they evoke more emotion, which will go a long way in helping shoppers remember your business.

If you’re still struggling to develop a name for your business, don’t worry. You can always use a business name generator to point you in the right direction. You can enter a word that you like into a business name generator, and it’ll provide you with dozens of examples that you can use for your business name.

You can find a list of the best business name generators here. I hope that helps!