Step-by-Step: How to Get Started with CustomCat
Getting started with CustomCat is fast and simple. Whether you're new to print-on-demand or a seasoned seller, follow the steps below to create your account and choose the right plan so you can start selling custom products today.
1. Visit CustomCat
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Go to customcat.com.
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Click “Start Selling” in the top right corner of the homepage.
2. Sign Up for an Account
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Choose to sign up using your email address.
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Agree to the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy, then click Sign Up.
3. Verify Your Email
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If you signed up using an email address, check your inbox for a verification code.
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Enter the code to confirm your email and unlock full access to your account.
4. Select a Subscription Plan
Once your account is verified, you’ll be prompted to choose a subscription:
- CustomCat LITE
Free Plan. Base level pricing.
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CustomCat PRO
Save 20–40% on every item in our catalog. Get access to exclusive PRO-only promotions throughout the year. -
Enterprise
For high-volume businesses. Reach out to our sales team to learn more and see if you qualify for deeper discounts.
💡 For this tutorial, we’ll continue with the CustomCat PRO plan.
5. Set Up Your Payment Method
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Enter your primary payment method for your subscription and order fulfillment.
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You can update this later in your account settings.
Store-specific payment settings will be covered in the next tutorial.
6. Complete Your Account Settings
After selecting your plan and payment method, you’ll land on your Account Settings page.
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Enter Your Account Address
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Upload Tax Documents (Optional)
If you’re selling on a marketplace like Etsy, Amazon, or eBay, you may qualify for tax exemption as a Marketplace Facilitator.
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Save Changes
Scroll down and click Save Changes to lock in your settings.
⚠️ Completing your account setup is required before connecting a store, creating products, or placing orders.
✅ All Set!
You’ve successfully created your CustomCat account and selected a plan. You’re now ready to start creating and selling custom products.
➡️ Next Steps
In our next tutorials, we’ll walk through:
For more help, visit Help.CustomCat.com for tutorials, FAQs, and live support.