- \n
- So you can connect the Meta Business Suite to your Spreadshop.<\/li>\n
- So you can give specific pages editing permissions for your ads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
How do I create and verify a domain in Meta Business Manager?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
- \n
- Open the Meta Business Suite on our Facebook business page<\/a>
\nSettings > Brand Safety > Domains > Add > New domain > Enter domain for verification<\/li>\n- Copy the generated meta tag \u2013 you\u2019ll find it after “content=” in the HTML<\/li>\n
- Open your Shop settings in the Spreadshop Partner Area:
\nMarketing > Meta > Insert a meta tag<\/li>\n- Return to Meta and click \u201cVerify Domain\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
Meta pixel<\/h2>\n
What is a Meta pixel?<\/strong><\/p>\n
A Meta pixel is an analytics tool. It measures user behavior on your website. This allows you to work out how effective your ad campaigns on Facebook are. After all, the tool tracks events such as page views, products added to shopping cart, purchases, scroll depth, time spent on the page, and much more.<\/p>\n
When you add a Meta pixel to your Spreadshop, you can track visits to your website and get helpful insights: for instance, on where traffic comes from, which device users are using, and demographic information.<\/p>\n
As a first step, then, the Meta pixel helps you analyze your customers. This allows you to create tailored advertising, optimize existing ads and ensure that your campaigns are shown to the correct target audience.<\/p>\n
How can I create and add a Meta pixel?<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n- \n
- Open the \u201cMeta Business Suite\u201d on the business Facebook page<\/a>
\nSettings > Data sources > Datasets > Add<\/li>\n- Create a name for your new data set > Copy the pixel ID<\/li>\n
- In the Spreadshop Partner Area, go to your Shop settings:
\nMarketing > Meta > Paste the Meta pixel<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nMeta Product Feed<\/h2>\n
What is a Meta Product Feed?<\/strong><\/p>\n
A product feed is a list of products combined with product information. It can be used to display information on Facebook and Instagram. You can use the feed to display product lists and to place ads for and retarget specific users.<\/p>\n
Users who visit your shop on Facebook or Instagram can click on the products there and purchase them straight from your Spreadshop.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s how to sync the product feed and create a catalog for your Spreadshop products on Meta:<\/strong><\/p>\n
\n<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
- \n
- Go to your Spreadshop Partner Area:
\nMarketing > Meta > Product feed > Copy product feed<\/li>\n - Open the \u201cMeta Business Suite\u201d
\nData sources > Catalogs > Add > Create a new catalog > Name catalog<\/li>\n - Click Type and select an option that suits your Spreadshop > Create<\/li>\n
- Choose the options you need for your Shop<\/li>\n
- In the Commerce Manager, click the following:
\nOpen > Data sources > Data feed > Next > Paste the product feed URL here > Upload<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
\nGet started with Meta Business Suite now and take your Spreadshop to a new level with marketing on Facebook and Instagram.<\/em><\/p>\n
The post Meta update \u2013 everything you need to know<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"There’s a new Meta update that changes the connection for your Spreadshop.\nPreviously, it was easy to simply link your Spreadshop to the Meta Business Suite and essentially set everything up with just one click. Now, you may have to set everything up manually again, but there\u2019s good news, too: control of your account is back in your own hands.\nAfter all, Meta has plenty of benefits for your Spreadshop: you can sell your products directly via the social networks and take a smart approach to running a modern e-commerce business. After all, your friends, family and followers are already on Facebook and Instagram, anyway.\nYou can also use the platform to reach new customers and expand your brand for free. Functions such as Facebook groups, targeted ads, and special merch drops with time-limited offers for individual products on Instagram can help you do this.\nThe latest Meta update doesn\u2019t change anything in this regard. We, too, are working constantly to improve Spreadshop.\nThat\u2019s why we\u2019d like to show you in this blog post how you can get the most out of the latest changes in the Meta Business Suite for your Spreadshop.\nWhat\u2019s new?\nThe latest update gives you back your full flexibility, allowing you to manage settings, changes, updates and your Meta Commerce activities based on your own personal needs. The manual processes let you take a tailored approach to Meta Commerce. You can also manage several shops and product catalogues, which facilitates a personalized and efficient workflow.\nVerifying your domain\nBefore you can use Meta Business Suite, you need to verify the domain of your Spreadshop.\nWhy is this important?\n\nSo you can connect the Meta Business Suite to your Spreadshop.\nSo you can give specific pages editing permissions for your ads.\n\nHow do I create and verify a domain in Meta Business Manager?\n\n\n\n\nOpen the Meta Business Suite on our Facebook business page\nSettings > Brand Safety > Domains > Add > New domain > Enter domain for verification\nCopy the generated meta tag \u2013 you\u2019ll find it after “content=” in the HTML\nOpen your Shop settings in the Spreadshop Partner Area:\nMarketing > Meta > Insert a meta tag\nReturn to Meta and click \u201cVerify Domain\u201d\n\nMeta pixel\nWhat is a Meta pixel?\nA Meta pixel is an analytics tool. It measures user behavior on your website. This allows you to work out how effective your ad campaigns on Facebook are. After all, the tool tracks events such as page views, products added to shopping cart, purchases, scroll depth, time spent on the page, and much more.\nWhen you add a Meta pixel to your Spreadshop, you can track visits to your website and get helpful insights: for instance, on where traffic comes from, which device users are using, and demographic information.\nAs a first step, then, the Meta pixel helps you analyze your customers. This allows you to create tailored advertising, optimize existing ads and ensure that your campaigns are shown to the correct target audience.\nHow can I create and add a Meta pixel?\n\n\n\n\nOpen the \u201cMeta Business Suite\u201d on the business Facebook page\nSettings > Data sources > Datasets > Add\nCreate a name for your new data set > Copy the pixel ID\nIn the Spreadshop Partner Area, go to your Shop settings:\nMarketing > Meta > Paste the Meta pixel\n\nMeta Product Feed\nWhat is a Meta Product Feed?\nA product feed is a list of products combined with product information. It can be used to display information on Facebook and Instagram. You can use the feed to display product lists and to place ads for and retarget specific users.\nUsers who visit your shop on Facebook or Instagram can click on the products there and purchase them straight from your Spreadshop.\nHere\u2019s how to sync the product feed and create a catalog for your Spreadshop products on Meta:\n\n\n\n\nGo to your Spreadshop Partner Area:\nMarketing > Meta > Product feed > Copy product feed\nOpen the \u201cMeta Business Suite\u201d\nData sources > Catalogs > Add > Create a new catalog > Name catalog\nClick Type and select an option that suits your Spreadshop > Create\nChoose the options you need for your Shop\nIn the Commerce Manager, click the following:\nOpen > Data sources > Data feed > Next > Paste the product feed URL here > Upload\n\n\nGet started with Meta Business Suite now and take your Spreadshop to a new level with marketing on Facebook and Instagram.\nThe post Meta update \u2013 everything you need to know appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2023-12-18T04:59:22-05:00","date_modified":"2025-11-19T15:45:58-05:00","authors":[{"name":"Theresa","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/ths\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ea68828585a056e2f80228c43cc09fa3?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Theresa","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/ths\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ea68828585a056e2f80228c43cc09fa3?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1702893381\/blog\/MicrosoftTeams-image_9\/MicrosoftTeams-image_9.png?_i=AA","tags":["Meta","meta pixel","Partner Area","product feed","update","verification","Featured Startpage Post","New Features","Toolbox Spreadshop"]},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=27389","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2023\/11\/30\/spreadapp-4-0-makes-your-partner-area-mobile\/","title":"SpreadApp 4.0 makes your Partner Area mobile","content_html":"
We\u2019re willing to bet SpreadApp is set to become your new favourite app. After all, with the latest version, you can now use nearly every feature and function of your Partner Area on your smartphone.<\/p>\n
<\/span><\/p>\n
The beta version of the new SpreadApp already gave you a sneak peak<\/a> at its new features. We gratefully received the feedback on our SpreadApp beta and have put it into action. Now you can discover the results for yourself. Download<\/a> SpreadApp 4.0 and connect it to your Partner Area now.<\/p>\n
Create and publish products with your smartphone<\/h2>\n
\n<\/picture>MP-3245_gfx_create_publish<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
With SpreadApp 4.0, you can create and publish new products for your Spreadshop<\/a> on the go or from the comfort of your sofa. Simply select a photo or graphics file on your smartphone, upload it, add metadata, and publish it on the sales channels of your choice.<\/p>\n
Here\u2019s how: first of all, open the SpreadApp and tap the picture frame icon in the middle of the bottom navigation bar to open the Designs section. Here, you\u2019ll find all the designs you\u2019ve already uploaded at a glance \u2013 just like in the design overview<\/a> in your Partner Area. Use the filter function to sort your designs by sales channels and publication status.<\/p>\n
You can also tap \u201c+\u201d in the top-right corner to upload more designs \u2013 from your photo albums, files or straight from your phone camera. Next, tap the new design in the overview, choose the sales channels where you\u2019d like to publish it, and add the metadata. Hit \u201cCreate\u201d in the top-right corner and you\u2019re all done!<\/p>\n
Edit sales channels<\/h2>\n
But that\u2019s not all! Want to open a new Shop in a few quick and easy steps or publish your designs on the Marketplace? No problem! Open the sales channels overview, tap \u201c+\u201d in the top-right corner and give your new sales channel a suitable name. Then you can activate and visit it straight away on your smartphone \u2013 just like all your other sales channels.<\/p>\n
Create and edit products across devices<\/h2>\n
The content in your SpreadApp and your Partner Area always syncs up \u2013 making life incredibly easy for you. This way, for instance, you can start creating and publishing products on your smartphone, then fine-tune the product selection in your Partner Area. Here\u2019s a rundown of all the new features of SpreadApp 4.0:<\/p>\n
Overview:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Sales and earnings at a glance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Statistics:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Detailed information on sales, credit and bestsellers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
Design area:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Upload and publish designs<\/li>\n
- Edit metadata<\/li>\n
- Organise designs<\/li>\n
- View design details<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Sales channels<\/p>\n
- \n
- Edit existing sales channels<\/li>\n
- Set up new sales channels<\/li>\n
- Activate and deactivate sales channels<\/li>\n
- Visit sales channels<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nHave you already installed the new version of SpreadApp on your smartphone? Let us know what you think and any other features and functions you\u2019d like to see in future.<\/em><\/p>\n
The post SpreadApp 4.0 makes your Partner Area mobile<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"We\u2019re willing to bet SpreadApp is set to become your new favourite app. After all, with the latest version, you can now use nearly every feature and function of your Partner Area on your smartphone.\n\nThe beta version of the new SpreadApp already gave you a sneak peak at its new features. We gratefully received the feedback on our SpreadApp beta and have put it into action. Now you can discover the results for yourself. Download SpreadApp 4.0 and connect it to your Partner Area now.\nCreate and publish products with your smartphone\n\nMP-3245_gfx_create_publish\n\nWith SpreadApp 4.0, you can create and publish new products for your Spreadshop on the go or from the comfort of your sofa. Simply select a photo or graphics file on your smartphone, upload it, add metadata, and publish it on the sales channels of your choice.\nHere\u2019s how: first of all, open the SpreadApp and tap the picture frame icon in the middle of the bottom navigation bar to open the Designs section. Here, you\u2019ll find all the designs you\u2019ve already uploaded at a glance \u2013 just like in the design overview in your Partner Area. Use the filter function to sort your designs by sales channels and publication status.\nYou can also tap \u201c+\u201d in the top-right corner to upload more designs \u2013 from your photo albums, files or straight from your phone camera. Next, tap the new design in the overview, choose the sales channels where you\u2019d like to publish it, and add the metadata. Hit \u201cCreate\u201d in the top-right corner and you\u2019re all done!\nEdit sales channels\nBut that\u2019s not all! Want to open a new Shop in a few quick and easy steps or publish your designs on the Marketplace? No problem! Open the sales channels overview, tap \u201c+\u201d in the top-right corner and give your new sales channel a suitable name. Then you can activate and visit it straight away on your smartphone \u2013 just like all your other sales channels.\nCreate and edit products across devices\nThe content in your SpreadApp and your Partner Area always syncs up \u2013 making life incredibly easy for you. This way, for instance, you can start creating and publishing products on your smartphone, then fine-tune the product selection in your Partner Area. Here\u2019s a rundown of all the new features of SpreadApp 4.0:\nOverview:\n\nSales and earnings at a glance\n\nStatistics:\n\nDetailed information on sales, credit and bestsellers\n\n\n\n\nDesign area:\n\nUpload and publish designs\nEdit metadata\nOrganise designs\nView design details\n\nSales channels\n\nEdit existing sales channels\nSet up new sales channels\nActivate and deactivate sales channels\nVisit sales channels\n\n\nHave you already installed the new version of SpreadApp on your smartphone? Let us know what you think and any other features and functions you\u2019d like to see in future.\nThe post SpreadApp 4.0 makes your Partner Area mobile appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2023-11-30T10:05:21-05:00","date_modified":"2025-08-06T12:36:00-04:00","authors":[{"name":"Theresa","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/ths\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ea68828585a056e2f80228c43cc09fa3?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Theresa","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/ths\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/ea68828585a056e2f80228c43cc09fa3?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1701354618\/blog\/MP-3245-blogpost\/MP-3245-blogpost.jpg?_i=AA","tags":["app","Design","mobile","Partner Area","product","smartphone","SpreadApp","New Features"]},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=26558","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2023\/03\/09\/spreadapp-beta\/","title":"SpreadApp BETA \u2013 More Features for more Sales","content_html":"
Your SpreadApp keeps growing and growing. Now you can upload designs, create and publish products and also analyze sales \u2013 all in one app and straight from your smartphone.<\/span><\/p>\n
SpreadApp has already told you about your sales, income, and bestsellers in the past. With the new SpreadApp beta version, we\u2019re taking a big step forward to make things possible that you could previously only do in your Partner Area. The new SpreadApp version is now available for download on iOS<\/a> and Android<\/a> in your app stores.<\/p>\n
Upload photos or import directly from camera<\/h2>\n
Your smartphone is more than just about calls, messages, and camera including a photo album. You use it as a device to tackle your projects. It\u2019s only natural that turning your smartphone into a Partner Area on the go is a consequential step. Many things that were previously only possible in the Partner Area will now also be available in the app:<\/p>\n
- \n
- Uploading saved files or photos<\/li>\n
- Importing photos directly from your smartphone camera<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n
<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Just upload a design or photo, add a title and suitable meta data<\/a> and select the sales channels to publish it on. As long as you have your smartphone on you, you can make changes wherever you are, so they go online directly. You can also edit all your already uploaded designs as well. All changes are immediately synchronized with your Partner Area.<\/p>\n
Your statistics will, of course, still available and you can edit the settings of your sales channels and your account data.<\/p>\n
And there’ll be more \u2013 soon<\/h2>\n
As the release note already shows, the new SpreadApp version is a beta release. This means that some features are not yet fully developed or available.<\/p>\n
\n<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
But you see where the journey is going – and you can help determine the route. In some places, the app contains previews of features that we think may come in handy for you. Would you agree?<\/p>\n
Your opinion counts! In the settings of the app, you will find a link where you can give us your feedback. We\u2019ll be sure to read everything and incorporate it into SpreadApp\u2019s further development. <\/em><\/p>\n
The post SpreadApp BETA – More Features for more Sales<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"Your SpreadApp keeps growing and growing. Now you can upload designs, create and publish products and also analyze sales \u2013 all in one app and straight from your smartphone.\nSpreadApp has already told you about your sales, income, and bestsellers in the past. With the new SpreadApp beta version, we\u2019re taking a big step forward to make things possible that you could previously only do in your Partner Area. The new SpreadApp version is now available for download on iOS and Android in your app stores.\nUpload photos or import directly from camera\nYour smartphone is more than just about calls, messages, and camera including a photo album. You use it as a device to tackle your projects. It\u2019s only natural that turning your smartphone into a Partner Area on the go is a consequential step. Many things that were previously only possible in the Partner Area will now also be available in the app:\n\nUploading saved files or photos\nImporting photos directly from your smartphone camera\n\n\n\n\nJust upload a design or photo, add a title and suitable meta data and select the sales channels to publish it on. As long as you have your smartphone on you, you can make changes wherever you are, so they go online directly. You can also edit all your already uploaded designs as well. All changes are immediately synchronized with your Partner Area.\nYour statistics will, of course, still available and you can edit the settings of your sales channels and your account data.\nAnd there’ll be more \u2013 soon\nAs the release note already shows, the new SpreadApp version is a beta release. This means that some features are not yet fully developed or available.\n\n\n\nBut you see where the journey is going – and you can help determine the route. In some places, the app contains previews of features that we think may come in handy for you. Would you agree?\nYour opinion counts! In the settings of the app, you will find a link where you can give us your feedback. We\u2019ll be sure to read everything and incorporate it into SpreadApp\u2019s further development. \nThe post SpreadApp BETA – More Features for more Sales appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2023-03-09T09:26:36-05:00","date_modified":"2025-08-06T11:33:53-04:00","authors":[{"name":"Cindy","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/citr\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/5978829f162ecdf081b8d71f049c11a0?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Cindy","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/citr\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/5978829f162ecdf081b8d71f049c11a0?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1678371866\/blog\/NL_Header_EN\/NL_Header_EN.png?_i=AA","tags":["Beta","Marketing","Partner Area","SpreadApp","New Features"],"summary":"The new SpreadApp version is now available for download on iOS and Android in your app stores. Read more<\/a>"},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=26542","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2023\/02\/08\/raise-money-for-your-local-animal-shelter\/","title":"Raise Money For Your Local Animal Shelter","content_html":"
\n<\/picture><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Looking to raise money for your local animal shelter? Try merch! Print on-demand platforms like Spreadshop<\/a> allow you to make custom merch at no cost to you.<\/span><\/p>\n
We know raising funds can be tough, and merch is a great incentive to attract donations. Supporters can get something extra AND feel good about helping a good cause.<\/span><\/p>\n
Merch allows you to build your brand and connect with people in your community. Keep your mission in mind when it comes to the marketing of your animal shelter. See how merch can play a big part in your fundraising!<\/span><\/p>\n
\nSomething Extra<\/h2>\n
Raising money for your local animal shelter is tougher than ever. Costs are rising at the grocery store and at the pump, and families don\u2019t have as much extra cash. Merch is a great \u201cget\u201d to help attract donations.<\/span><\/p>\n
And merch is more than just T-shirts now. Spreadshop<\/a> has 230 products that you can upload your personal designs onto. Put your shelter logo and other fun designs on tote bags, water bottles, stickers, sweats, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n
And make sure you let people know that 100 percent of the profits will go towards helping your shelter. That way, they\u2019ll feel even better about buying your merch!<\/span><\/p>\n
\nTurn Your Shelter into a Brand<\/h2>\n
Merch is more than just a great way to raise money; it can turn your shelter into a full-blown brand. Having your logo and colors on merch is a great way to solidify your message and connect with potential partners.<\/span><\/p>\n
We\u2019ve seen many animal shelters capitalize on their name and likeness with their merch. <\/span>People are more likely to donate to a cause they feel connected to. Creating merch with your branding builds a stronger sense of community and forms a connection with potential supporters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
It\u2019s going to boost brand recognition, overall. The more people see your logo and your colors, the more likely they are to remember you.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nMonetize Your Shelter<\/h2>\n
Ad campaigns work well for large corporations, but local animal shelters don\u2019t have that kind of cash. Merch is a useful promotional tool that costs a fraction of big budget ad campaigns. And Spreadshop<\/a> does all the heavy lifting for you! We\u2019ve got payments, production, fulfillment, and shipping covered. All you have to do is upload your designs.<\/span><\/p>\n
Merch is a personal promotional tool to raise money for your animal shelter. Get followers involved by doing giveaways on your social media. Ask people to follow you and comment for the chance to win merch. Photos of volunteers and supporters at events in your merch makes for authentic marketing material. This kind of content is going to be beneficial on multiple fronts. You\u2019ll increase social engagement, draw attention to your animal shelter, and bring awareness to new merch!<\/span><\/p>\n
Raise money for your animal shelter with merch. Open your own shop for FREE!<\/a><\/p>\n
The post Raise Money For Your Local Animal Shelter<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"Looking to raise money for your local animal shelter? Try merch! Print on-demand platforms like Spreadshop allow you to make custom merch at no cost to you.\nWe know raising funds can be tough, and merch is a great incentive to attract donations. Supporters can get something extra AND feel good about helping a good cause.\nMerch allows you to build your brand and connect with people in your community. Keep your mission in mind when it comes to the marketing of your animal shelter. See how merch can play a big part in your fundraising!\n\n\n\nSomething Extra\nRaising money for your local animal shelter is tougher than ever. Costs are rising at the grocery store and at the pump, and families don\u2019t have as much extra cash. Merch is a great \u201cget\u201d to help attract donations.\nAnd merch is more than just T-shirts now. Spreadshop has 230 products that you can upload your personal designs onto. Put your shelter logo and other fun designs on tote bags, water bottles, stickers, sweats, etc.\nAnd make sure you let people know that 100 percent of the profits will go towards helping your shelter. That way, they\u2019ll feel even better about buying your merch!\n\n\n\nTurn Your Shelter into a Brand\nMerch is more than just a great way to raise money; it can turn your shelter into a full-blown brand. Having your logo and colors on merch is a great way to solidify your message and connect with potential partners.\nWe\u2019ve seen many animal shelters capitalize on their name and likeness with their merch. People are more likely to donate to a cause they feel connected to. Creating merch with your branding builds a stronger sense of community and forms a connection with potential supporters.\u00a0\nIt\u2019s going to boost brand recognition, overall. The more people see your logo and your colors, the more likely they are to remember you.\n\n\n\nMonetize Your Shelter\nAd campaigns work well for large corporations, but local animal shelters don\u2019t have that kind of cash. Merch is a useful promotional tool that costs a fraction of big budget ad campaigns. And Spreadshop does all the heavy lifting for you! We\u2019ve got payments, production, fulfillment, and shipping covered. All you have to do is upload your designs.\nMerch is a personal promotional tool to raise money for your animal shelter. Get followers involved by doing giveaways on your social media. Ask people to follow you and comment for the chance to win merch. Photos of volunteers and supporters at events in your merch makes for authentic marketing material. This kind of content is going to be beneficial on multiple fronts. You\u2019ll increase social engagement, draw attention to your animal shelter, and bring awareness to new merch!\nRaise money for your animal shelter with merch. Open your own shop for FREE!\nThe post Raise Money For Your Local Animal Shelter appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2023-02-08T14:24:37-05:00","date_modified":"2023-02-15T15:29:51-05:00","authors":[{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1675883056\/blog\/1_2654792206\/1_2654792206.png?_i=AA","tags":["animal shelter","build your brand","fundraiser idea","fundraising","nonprofit","raise money","Selling Guide","Featured Startpage Post","New Features"],"summary":"We know raising funds can be tough, and merch is a great incentive to attract donations. Supporters get something extra AND can feel good about helping a worthy cause. Read more<\/a>"},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=26390","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2023\/01\/25\/make-money-from-your-podcast-make-merch\/","title":"Make Money From Your Podcast","content_html":"
\nThe best way to make money from your podcast? Make and sell your own custom merch<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n
Streaming platforms like Spotify<\/a> pay podcasters, and musicians, mere pennies. And we know how difficult it can be to connect with brands and solidify sponsorships.<\/span><\/p>\n
Merch allows you to build your own brand at no cost. And on your own time. Sell custom apparel and accessories with your logo and other designs directly to your listeners.<\/span><\/p>\n
See how merch can help you monetize and grow your podcast\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n
\nMore Money For Less<\/h2>\n
When merch is done right, it’s an easy way to make money from your podcast. It\u2019s FREE to make and sell your own merch when you use Spreadshop<\/a>. You can have your merch shop up and running in minutes! It\u2019s easy to upload designs and arrange the placement on your products. Spreadshop also allows you to customize the look of your site. Add a banner of your podcast logo across your homepage and feature your latest designs here, too.<\/span><\/p>\n
But your merch isn\u2019t going to sell itself. You\u2019ve got to promote it.<\/span><\/p>\n
One of the easiest and most effective ways to sell your merch is to mention it in the intro to your podcast. This is a great time to update new and returning listeners on podcast news, like official merch. Talk about your designs and what kind of products your followers can get them on, like T-shirts, stickers, mugs, etc. Point them to a link in your caption as your call to action.<\/span><\/p>\n
If you don\u2019t have the following to reach out to brands for sponsorship opportunities, merch can make you money right away. And why reach out to brands when you can just build your own?<\/span><\/p>\n
\nBuild Your Brand For FREE<\/h2>\n
Building a brand might sound overwhelming, but all you need is merch. With merch, you can turn your podcast into a <\/span>full blown brand for FREE<\/strong><\/span><\/a>. Establish your podcast logo and colors as part of your brand, like <\/span>Emily and the Kind Mind<\/a><\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n
The Kind Mind Project<\/strong>\u00a0is a podcast Emily launched to help women achieve personal growth through a better mindset. One of the podcast\u2019s mottos \u2013 to put more honey in my head, one drop at a time \u2013 made its way into Emily\u2019s merch line. Merch has allowed her to promote her message and give her podcast more credibility.<\/span><\/p>\n
If you do eventually want to work with brands, being able to point to your merch shop shows you care about your own brand. That initiative will look attractive to potential partners and help you make money from your podcast in the meantime.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nTurn Listeners into Supporters<\/h2>\n
We know how difficult it can be to <\/span>build your fanbase<\/a><\/strong>. That\u2019s why you need to launch your merch when it feels right. You don’t want to spend a lot of time on designs and promotion when the audience isn\u2019t there to support you.<\/span><\/p>\n
Once you\u2019ve established yourself online and start to attract a following, merch can help form a deeper relationship with your listeners. It\u2019s even better when you can get your followers involved with your merch. Ask them what kind of designs they would wear, what their favorite products are. Do they use coffee mugs or reusable water bottles more? These answers can inform what kind of merch you should be selling to get the most sales.<\/span><\/p>\n
Merch is not only a great way to make money from your podcast, but it\u2019s also a smart business move. You\u2019ll establish your podcast and be able to better connect with partners and listeners.<\/span><\/p>\n
So what are you waiting for? Monetize your podcast with merch TODAY!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n
The post Make Money From Your Podcast<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"The best way to make money from your podcast? Make and sell your own custom merch!\nStreaming platforms like Spotify pay podcasters, and musicians, mere pennies. And we know how difficult it can be to connect with brands and solidify sponsorships.\nMerch allows you to build your own brand at no cost. And on your own time. Sell custom apparel and accessories with your logo and other designs directly to your listeners.\nSee how merch can help you monetize and grow your podcast\u2026\n\n\n\nMore Money For Less\nWhen merch is done right, it’s an easy way to make money from your podcast. It\u2019s FREE to make and sell your own merch when you use Spreadshop. You can have your merch shop up and running in minutes! It\u2019s easy to upload designs and arrange the placement on your products. Spreadshop also allows you to customize the look of your site. Add a banner of your podcast logo across your homepage and feature your latest designs here, too.\nBut your merch isn\u2019t going to sell itself. You\u2019ve got to promote it.\nOne of the easiest and most effective ways to sell your merch is to mention it in the intro to your podcast. This is a great time to update new and returning listeners on podcast news, like official merch. Talk about your designs and what kind of products your followers can get them on, like T-shirts, stickers, mugs, etc. Point them to a link in your caption as your call to action.\nIf you don\u2019t have the following to reach out to brands for sponsorship opportunities, merch can make you money right away. And why reach out to brands when you can just build your own?\n\n\n\nBuild Your Brand For FREE\nBuilding a brand might sound overwhelming, but all you need is merch. With merch, you can turn your podcast into a full blown brand for FREE. Establish your podcast logo and colors as part of your brand, like Emily and the Kind Mind.\nThe Kind Mind Project\u00a0is a podcast Emily launched to help women achieve personal growth through a better mindset. One of the podcast\u2019s mottos \u2013 to put more honey in my head, one drop at a time \u2013 made its way into Emily\u2019s merch line. Merch has allowed her to promote her message and give her podcast more credibility.\nIf you do eventually want to work with brands, being able to point to your merch shop shows you care about your own brand. That initiative will look attractive to potential partners and help you make money from your podcast in the meantime.\n\n\n\nTurn Listeners into Supporters\nWe know how difficult it can be to build your fanbase. That\u2019s why you need to launch your merch when it feels right. You don’t want to spend a lot of time on designs and promotion when the audience isn\u2019t there to support you.\nOnce you\u2019ve established yourself online and start to attract a following, merch can help form a deeper relationship with your listeners. It\u2019s even better when you can get your followers involved with your merch. Ask them what kind of designs they would wear, what their favorite products are. Do they use coffee mugs or reusable water bottles more? These answers can inform what kind of merch you should be selling to get the most sales.\nMerch is not only a great way to make money from your podcast, but it\u2019s also a smart business move. You\u2019ll establish your podcast and be able to better connect with partners and listeners.\nSo what are you waiting for? Monetize your podcast with merch TODAY!\nThe post Make Money From Your Podcast appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2023-01-25T10:00:00-05:00","date_modified":"2026-01-12T09:36:38-05:00","authors":[{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1674657224\/blog\/1-7_2650027939\/1-7_2650027939.png?_i=AA","tags":["brand","make money","monetize your podcast","podcast","podcast design","Selling Guide","Featured Startpage Post","New Features"],"summary":"The best way to make money from your podcast? Make and sell your own custom merch! Merch allows you to build your own brand at no cost. And on your own time. Read more<\/a>"},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=26009","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2022\/11\/02\/top-5-merch-mistakes\/","title":"Top 5 Merch Mistakes Creators Make","content_html":"
\nMerch is a great way for creators to build their brand, but it’s not always a success. We’ve seen many creators fail with their merch launch because of simple mistakes. Knowing what your brand and your audience are both key to making sales.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
You need to be confident in yourself and sales will follow. Here are five tips to help you make your merch launch<\/a> a success:<\/span><\/p>\n
\nMerch is a Powerful Tool<\/h2>\n
If you’re a creator, chances are you’ve thought about merch at some point. Merch<\/a> is a great way to monetize your content and leverage your brand. The creator economy<\/a> is booming, and merch is a big part of that. Brand deals, ads, and services are also key ways to make money online.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
Consumers looking for this niche content are willing to pay money to be a part of a community dedicated to their passion. A creator’s brand should feel like an experience and can exist outside of the normal social channels.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
If you have at least 1,000 subscribers, you can start making money from your channel. Feature your merch directly below your videos using YouTube Product Shelf<\/a>! When you have these tools at your disposal, it\u2019s important you don\u2019t let them go to waste. You never know what\u2019s going to get someone to buy your merch, but you should know who you are and what you want to say to your audience.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nHave a Strong Identity<\/h2>\n
If you’re thinking about launching merch, it’s important to take some time to consider what you want your brand to represent. Who are you as a creator, and what do you want your content to say about you? It’s ok if you don’t have all the answers right away – this is something that can evolve over time.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
However, it’s important to have a general idea of the personal pillars of your brand before moving forward. This will help your audience connect with you and understand what you’re all about. Clueless Bushcraft<\/a> is a great example of a creator who knows exactly who he is and what he stands for. When you enter his merch shop, there’s no doubt what his brand is all about.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
So if you’re ready to launch merch, start by defining the core values of your brand. Then, lean into those values to create content that is truly representative of who you are as a creator.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nPut Your Followers First<\/h2>\n
If you want to be successful as a creator, it’s important to remember that all markets are conversations. That means you need to tap into the hearts and minds of your audience and create merch that speaks to their feelings and values. <\/span>One way to do this is by asking your audience for input on designs. This way, you’ll have an idea about who will support you and buy your merch when it’s released.<\/span><\/p>\n
Another tip is to focus on creating designs that are not only about you, but also appealing to the people who follow you. Remember, your personality is a big part of your channel, but it shouldn’t be the only thing! Make sure your merch reflects why people followed you in the first place.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nHave Quality Designs<\/h2>\n
We get it. It can be tough creating merch designs when you’re not a professional artist. When coming up with merch designs, consider what message you want to communicate with your designs. Make sure that they are cohesive with the overall aesthetic of your brand. If you’re unsure where to start, take a look at some professional merch designs for inspiration.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n
If you’re not a professional artist, don’t worry – there are still plenty of ways to create great merch designs. Canva<\/a> is a fun tool for beginners, and has a large stock library of images and graphics you can use. Plus, you can upload your brand colors and logos to help get you started!<\/span><\/p>\n
If you’re still struggling, find a designer through services like Fiverr<\/a> who can help bring your vision to life. Or try finding someone local. Ask around colleges in your area to see if there are any graphic designers eager to build their portfolio and gain experience.<\/span><\/p>\n
\nDrop Every Design At Once<\/h2>\n
Before you launch your merch shop<\/a>, there’s one important thing to keep in mind: Don’t drop all of your designs at once. We see a lot of creators make this mistake. <\/span>They drop all of their merch designs at once to generate interest in their shop. This might get you a lot of sales initially, but people will lose interest in your shop quickly. Spread out your merch drops to ensure people come back. Launching one to two new designs a month is perfect.<\/span><\/p>\n
We also hear from a lot of people that they’re waiting for the right time to drop their merch. But the right time doesn’t exist. You’ll just be prolonging yourself from doing anything. Do some research, come up with a plan, and launch your merch store when you’re ready.<\/span><\/p>\n
There’s no perfect time to launch your merch store. But these are definitely the top 5 mistakes among creators. We hope you keep this in mind for your next merch drop.<\/span><\/p>\n
Open up your own Spreadshop and start selling your own merch – It\u2019s FREE!<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n
The post Top 5 Merch Mistakes Creators Make<\/a> appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n","content_text":"Merch is a great way for creators to build their brand, but it’s not always a success. We’ve seen many creators fail with their merch launch because of simple mistakes. Knowing what your brand and your audience are both key to making sales.\u00a0\nYou need to be confident in yourself and sales will follow. Here are five tips to help you make your merch launch a success:\n\n\n\nMerch is a Powerful Tool\nIf you’re a creator, chances are you’ve thought about merch at some point. Merch is a great way to monetize your content and leverage your brand. The creator economy is booming, and merch is a big part of that. Brand deals, ads, and services are also key ways to make money online.\u00a0\nConsumers looking for this niche content are willing to pay money to be a part of a community dedicated to their passion. A creator’s brand should feel like an experience and can exist outside of the normal social channels.\u00a0\nIf you have at least 1,000 subscribers, you can start making money from your channel. Feature your merch directly below your videos using YouTube Product Shelf! When you have these tools at your disposal, it\u2019s important you don\u2019t let them go to waste. You never know what\u2019s going to get someone to buy your merch, but you should know who you are and what you want to say to your audience.\n\n\n\nHave a Strong Identity\nIf you’re thinking about launching merch, it’s important to take some time to consider what you want your brand to represent. Who are you as a creator, and what do you want your content to say about you? It’s ok if you don’t have all the answers right away – this is something that can evolve over time.\u00a0\nHowever, it’s important to have a general idea of the personal pillars of your brand before moving forward. This will help your audience connect with you and understand what you’re all about. Clueless Bushcraft is a great example of a creator who knows exactly who he is and what he stands for. When you enter his merch shop, there’s no doubt what his brand is all about.\u00a0\nSo if you’re ready to launch merch, start by defining the core values of your brand. Then, lean into those values to create content that is truly representative of who you are as a creator.\n\n\n\nPut Your Followers First\nIf you want to be successful as a creator, it’s important to remember that all markets are conversations. That means you need to tap into the hearts and minds of your audience and create merch that speaks to their feelings and values. One way to do this is by asking your audience for input on designs. This way, you’ll have an idea about who will support you and buy your merch when it’s released.\nAnother tip is to focus on creating designs that are not only about you, but also appealing to the people who follow you. Remember, your personality is a big part of your channel, but it shouldn’t be the only thing! Make sure your merch reflects why people followed you in the first place.\n\n\n\nHave Quality Designs\nWe get it. It can be tough creating merch designs when you’re not a professional artist. When coming up with merch designs, consider what message you want to communicate with your designs. Make sure that they are cohesive with the overall aesthetic of your brand. If you’re unsure where to start, take a look at some professional merch designs for inspiration.\u00a0\nIf you’re not a professional artist, don’t worry – there are still plenty of ways to create great merch designs. Canva is a fun tool for beginners, and has a large stock library of images and graphics you can use. Plus, you can upload your brand colors and logos to help get you started!\nIf you’re still struggling, find a designer through services like Fiverr who can help bring your vision to life. Or try finding someone local. Ask around colleges in your area to see if there are any graphic designers eager to build their portfolio and gain experience.\n\n\n\nDrop Every Design At Once\nBefore you launch your merch shop, there’s one important thing to keep in mind: Don’t drop all of your designs at once. We see a lot of creators make this mistake. They drop all of their merch designs at once to generate interest in their shop. This might get you a lot of sales initially, but people will lose interest in your shop quickly. Spread out your merch drops to ensure people come back. Launching one to two new designs a month is perfect.\nWe also hear from a lot of people that they’re waiting for the right time to drop their merch. But the right time doesn’t exist. You’ll just be prolonging yourself from doing anything. Do some research, come up with a plan, and launch your merch store when you’re ready.\nThere’s no perfect time to launch your merch store. But these are definitely the top 5 mistakes among creators. We hope you keep this in mind for your next merch drop.\nOpen up your own Spreadshop and start selling your own merch – It\u2019s FREE!\nThe post Top 5 Merch Mistakes Creators Make appeared first on The Spreadshop Blog.","date_published":"2022-11-02T12:38:54-04:00","date_modified":"2025-01-27T15:25:47-05:00","authors":[{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"}],"author":{"name":"Spreadshop","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/author\/dj-coffman\/","avatar":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/905193242830f4cd3627cf9cc4611dad?s=512&d=mm&r=g"},"image":"https:\/\/images.spreadshop.com\/images\/f_auto,q_auto\/v1667406373\/blog\/1-1_260434578c\/1-1_260434578c.png?_i=AA","tags":["creator tips","creators","merch brand","monetize your channel","Featured Startpage Post","New Features"],"summary":"We've seen many creators fail with their merch launch because of simple mistakes. Here are five tips to help you make your merch launch a success! Read more<\/a>"},{"id":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/?p=25485","url":"https:\/\/www.spreadshop.com\/blog\/2022\/07\/23\/5-ways-creators-can-prioritize-their-mental-health\/","title":"5 Tips: Creators Prioritize Mental Health","content_html":"
\nAs a creator, it’s important to prioritize your mental health. With the pressure to produce content and the anxiety that comes with it, it’s easy to burn out. Taking the time to recharge and revamp your channel will result in better content for your audience and a healthier you. Here are some tips on how to prioritize your mental health as a creator:<\/p>\n
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