What are Policy Links?
Policy links are direct pathways to essential store policies such as Terms of Service, Privacy Policy, Refund Policy, and Shipping Policy. These links are typically located in the footer section of your website and serve as a quick reference for customers seeking information about your business practices.
Why Add Policy Links to Your Shopify Store?
Adding policy links to your Shopify store is essential for a few key reasons. Firstly, they show customers that you are transparent and trustworthy, committed to being open about your business practices and ensuring customer satisfaction.
Secondly, having policy links helps you comply with legal requirements, protecting both you and your customers in case of any disagreements. Furthermore, easy access to policies builds customer confidence, letting shoppers know that their rights and interests are respected when they engage with your store.
In addition, well-organized policy links enhance the professionalism of your store, making it more reliable and credible to potential customers. By including policy links, you not only enhance the user experience but also create a foundation of trust that can lead to increased customer loyalty and satisfaction.
How to Create Policy Links
STEP 1
Login to your Shopify Admin.
STEP 2
Go to Settings and click on Policies.
STEP 3
In the Policies section, you will find various policies that you can add to your store, including:
Return and refund policy
Privacy policy
Terms of service
Shipping policy
Contact information
Click on the policy you want to add content to.
STEP 4
Click Save to apply the changes.
How to Display Policy Links on the Footer
STEP 1
Access your Shopify Admin's Theme Library to open the theme customizer.
STEP 2
Go to Sections, scroll down to Footer group, and select Footer.
STEP 3
Check the box to Show policy links on footer.
Final Step: Save Your Changes
After completing your customizations, click Save to apply the changes.