Launch Your Online Store in 5 Days
Build your Shopify storefront, publish your products, and prepare to make your first sale — even if you’ve never sold online before.
In just 5 days, you’ll go from idea to a live store
If you’ve been thinking about starting an online store but keep putting it off because it feels too complicated, too technical, or just too overwhelming—this challenge was built for you.
Over 5 days, we’ll walk you through every single step of building and launching a real, functioning Shopify store. No experience required. No big budget needed. Just a simple, day-by-day system that gets you from zero to launched—fast.
Here’s what you’ll accomplish
Day 1
Build Your Storefront
Create your Shopify account, choose your theme, and customize your store so it looks and feels like YOU. By the end of Day 1, you’ll have a real storefront with your name on it.
Day 2
Publish Your Products
Add your first 1-3 products, write descriptions that actually sell, and get your store stocked and ready for customers.
Day 3
Make Your Store Ready to Sell
Set up payments, test your checkout, add your policies, and connect your domain. By the end of Day 3, someone could actually buy from you.
Day 4
Create Your Marketing Plan
Build a simple, no-budget marketing plan to get your store in front of the right people — using the audience you already have.
Day 5
Launch Your Store
Remove the password page, share your store with the world, and make your first sale attempt. This is the moment everything becomes real.
What you’ll receive
When you sign up for the free 5-Day Shopify Challenge, here’s what lands in your inbox:
5 Daily Emails
Each morning you’ll receive a detailed, step-by-step email walking you through exactly what to do that day. No guessing. No overwhelm. Just clear, actionable steps that move you forward.
Daily Checklists
Your daily checklists delivered to your inbox will keep you on track from start to launch day. Work through it each day, check off your tasks, and watch your store come to life—one step at a time.
Step-by-Step Video Tutorials
Each day includes video walkthroughs so you can follow along visually and never feel lost in the process.
This challenge is for you if:
Ready to get started?
Sign up below, and your first email arrives immediately. In just five days, you’ll have a live online store ready to go.
Free challenge. No credit card required. Unsubscribe anytime.
Sponsored recommendation
Powered by Shopify
This challenge is proudly sponsored by Shopify—the commerce platform trusted by entrepreneurs, retailers, and global brands to sell online and in person.
Shopify makes it incredibly easy to build a professional online store—even if you’ve never done it before. With an intuitive online store editor, AI-powered theme generation, and everything you need to manage products, payments, and shipping in one place. Shopify is the platform I trust for my own stores.
And here’s the best part:
You can get started with Shopify completely free for your first 3 days, then pay just $1 a month for your first 3 months.
That means you can complete this entire 5-day challenge and launch your store for just $1.
What people are saying about Shopify
“Shopify Collective has been a game-changer for us. It allowed us to manage our print-on-demand and customizable product offerings seamlessly, fostering an ecosystem where our partners and customers both thrive.”
“Shopify is a no-brainer. It automates all the important work. It’s native to Shopify, so you don’t have to buy and learn new software, and there are no costs associated with it.”
“The ease of being able to work with the brands that you want was a big part of it. Getting retailers onboarded is straightforward for their team, and now our customers get a simpler shopping experience.”
About Pat Flynn
Since 2008, Pat has built multiple online businesses from scratch, including two Shopify stores: the SwitchPod (a tripod co-invented for content creators that generated over $400,000 in its first 60 days) and his Deep Pocket Monster store, built around his Pokémon YouTube channel that now gets over 10 million views per day.
He has helped over 50,000 students start and grow their online businesses through courses, podcasts, and a community at Smart Passive Income.
Ready to launch your store in 5 days?
Sign up below and your first email arrives immediately. No experience required. No big budget needed. Just five days of showing up—and a live online store waiting for you on the other side.
Free challenge. No credit card required. Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need any experience to participate?
Not at all. This challenge is designed specifically for people who have never sold online before. Every step is explained clearly and simply.
How much time does each day require?
Plan for about 30-60 minutes per day, including reading the email, watching the videos, and completing the tasks.
Do I need to pay for Shopify to participate?
Do I need to pay for Shopify to participate?
Shopify offers a free 3-day trial, then just $1 a month for your first 3 months—so you can complete the entire challenge for just $1. Start your free trial here.
What kind of products can I sell?
Anything! Physical products, digital downloads, print-on-demand merchandise, templates, courses—Shopify supports it all.
What if I fall behind?
No problem. The emails are yours to keep and you can work through them at your own pace. There’s no deadline and no pressure.
Will my store actually be ready to launch in 5 days?
Yes—if you complete each day’s checklist. Your store won’t be perfect (no store ever is on launch day), but it will be real, functional, and ready to make its first sale.