Your Crowdmade account settings are essential for managing your store, receiving payments, and connecting with other platforms. This guide will walk you through the key areas of your account settings, ensuring everything is set up correctly so you can focus on growing your brand.
1. General Settings
In the General Settings section, you can manage your basic account details:
- Email Address: Make sure your email address is up to date. This is where you’ll receive important notifications about your store.
- Profile Photo: Upload a profile photo that represents you or your brand. This image might appear in various places across your store and communications.
- Account Name: Your account name is often the name of your store. It’s how you’ll be identified within the Crowdmade platform.
2. Store Details
Your store’s details are crucial for branding and how your customers perceive your store:
- Public Display Name: This is the name of your store as it appears to the public. Make sure it reflects your brand identity.
- Store Banner Image: Upload a banner image that’s 1400px by 500px. This is a valuable space for branding, so choose an image that resonates with your audience.
- Store URL: Your Store URL is displayed here, ready to be copied and shared. Note that this URL cannot be changed, so be sure to use it consistently across your promotions.
3. Payment Details
Setting up your payment details is essential to ensure you receive your earnings:
- PayPal Email Address: Enter the PayPal email address where you’d like to receive payments. Crowdmade pays out earnings once a month on the 15th for the previous month’s sales.
- Full Legal Name: Provide your full legal name, which is required for tax reporting purposes.
- Birthday: Enter your date of birth. This information is necessary for compliance with tax regulations.
4. Integrations
If you’re a YouTube creator, you can connect your Crowdmade store to your YouTube Merch Shelf directly from your account settings:
- YouTube Merch Shelf: If you meet the YouTube channel partner requirements, you can easily authenticate and connect your YouTube channel by clicking the "Connect YouTube" button. This integration allows you to showcase your Crowdmade products directly on your YouTube channel, making it easier for your viewers to purchase your merchandise.
Keep Your Account Settings Up to Date
Managing your account settings is key to ensuring your Crowdmade store runs smoothly and efficiently. Take a moment to review and update these settings regularly, especially when there are changes to your payment information or branding elements.