Managing multiple shops in PrestaShop
PrestaShop includes a multi‑store feature that allows you to manage multiple shops from a single administration interface. On ruachost.com, this is useful if you operate several stores across different domains or subdomains and want centralized control.
Why Use Multi‑Store?
Section titled “Why Use Multi‑Store?”- Manage multiple shops without logging in separately.
- Share inventory, customers, and settings across shops.
- Customize themes, modules, and configurations per shop.
- Simplify administration with one unified dashboard.
Enabling the Multi‑Store Feature
Section titled “Enabling the Multi‑Store Feature”-
Log in to PrestaShop as the administrator.
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On the top menu bar, click Preferences → General.
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In the Enable Multistore field, select Yes.
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Click Save.
To view multi‑store settings, go to Advanced Parameters → Multistore.
Managing Multiple Shops
Section titled “Managing Multiple Shops”Once enabled, you can:
- Create new shops and shop groups → Organize stores by domain, subdomain, or category.
- Configure shared inventory → Decide whether shops share stock or manage it independently.
- Customize each shop → Apply different themes, modules, or payment methods per shop.
- Centralize administration → Manage all shops from one login session.
Important Notes
Section titled “Important Notes”- Multi‑store is available in PrestaShop 1.5 and newer.
- Always back up your site before enabling multi‑store.
- Some modules may not be compatible with multi‑store setups.
- Performance may vary depending on the number of shops and shared resources.