Can I use the Starter Plan at 17 years old?

Shopify Discussion

Topic summary

Eligibility to use the Shopify Starter Plan at age 17.

  • The original poster asks if they can use the $5, one-month Starter plan while 17+.
  • Reply clarifies Shopify’s terms of service (rules for using the platform) require store owners to be 18 or older; under-18 users cannot start a store.
  • Suggested option: ask a parent to register the store under their name, then update the account information once the user turns 18.
  • A link to a community post is provided for detailed explanation.
  • Outcome: Clear guidance that a 17-year-old cannot directly use the Starter plan; viable path is parental registration until reaching 18.
  • Status: No disagreement raised; discussion appears resolved. No media or code involved.
Summarized with AI on January 26. AI used: gpt-5.
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Since the shopfiy starter plan last for only a month worth 5 dollars,am I allowed to use it at the age of 17+?

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Hello! I am sorry to inform you that Shopify’s terms of service does not allow you to start a store if you’re under 18. This post can explain in detail. You could also ask your parents to start it up for you (register under their name) and update the info once you’re 18. Hole this helps!

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