Configure sales tax

Step 2 of the Set up my online store with a Websites + Marketing Commerce plan

Sales tax requirements vary by location and what you sell. Setting this up correctly protects your business and ensures compliance, helping you avoid unexpected issues during tax season.

Before launching your online store with your sales tax added:

• Place test orders from different states or countries where you sell your products.
• Verify tax amounts are calculated correctly.
• Check that tax-exempt products work properly.
• Ensure tax appears clearly in checkout.

Make sure you understand the basics about tax, and when you're ready, follow the steps for setting up tax.

That's it! Sales tax will now be added to your orders where it's required.