> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://storekit.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# 7. Test & Go Live

> Run through the pre-launch checklist, place a test order to verify your setup, and publish your storekit store so customers can start placing real orders.

Before launching, test your store to ensure everything works correctly. Then go live and start accepting real orders.

## Pre-Launch Checklist

Before testing, verify these are complete:

* [ ] Store details entered (name, address, phone number)
* [ ] Opening hours configured for each day
* [ ] Menu built with categories, products, and prices
* [ ] Fulfillment methods enabled (Pickup, Delivery, Dine-in)
* [ ] Payments set up and verification completed
* [ ] Printer connected (if using direct printing)
* [ ] Allergen information added (legal requirement in UK/EU)

## Testing Your Store

### Place a Test Order

1. Open your store URL: `order.storekit.com/your-store-slug`
2. Select a fulfillment method (you'll be prompted if multiple are enabled)
3. Browse the menu and add items with modifiers
4. Proceed to checkout
5. Enter customer details and complete payment
6. Verify the order confirmation page

<Info>
  Use a real card for testing - you'll receive the funds and can refund the test order afterwards. Test payments process the same as real orders.
</Info>

### What to Check

| Area              | What to Verify                                                     |
| ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| **Menu**          | Products display correctly with images, prices, descriptions       |
| **Modifiers**     | Required modifiers enforce selection, prices calculate correctly   |
| **Cart**          | Items add/remove properly, totals include modifiers and fees       |
| **Fulfillment**   | Pickup/delivery selection works, delivery zones validate correctly |
| **Pre-orders**    | Time slot selection works (if enabled)                             |
| **Checkout**      | Customer details form works, payment completes                     |
| **Dashboard**     | Order appears in your orders list immediately                      |
| **Printing**      | Ticket prints automatically (if using auto-print)                  |
| **Notifications** | You receive order notification email                               |

### Test Different Scenarios

* **Fulfillment types** - Test pickup, delivery, and dine-in separately
* **Pre-orders** - Select a future date/time if scheduling is enabled
* **Delivery zones** - Test addresses inside and outside your delivery area
* **Minimum orders** - Try checkout below minimum to verify the warning message
* **Payment methods** - Test cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay
* **Devices** - Test on mobile (primary) and desktop

## Refunding Test Orders

After testing, refund your test orders:

1. Go to **Orders** in the dashboard
2. Find the test order
3. Click **Refund**
4. Confirm the refund amount

Funds return to the original payment method within 5-10 business days.

[Learn more about refunds →](/guides/payments/refunds-payouts)

## Going Live

Once testing is complete:

### 1. Open Your Store

Your store is controlled by the **Open/Closed** toggle in the dashboard header. Make sure it's set to **Open** during your operating hours.

When closed, customers see a "Closed" message and cannot place orders (unless pre-orders are enabled with "Always open for pre-orders").

### 2. Share Your Store Link

Your store is available at:

```
https://order.storekit.com/your-store-slug
```

Share this link:

* On your website (add an "Order Online" button)
* In social media bios (Instagram, Facebook, etc.)
* On Google Business Profile
* Via QR codes printed in-store
* In email signatures and marketing materials

### 3. Add to Google Business Profile

Add your ordering link to Google so customers can order directly from search results:

1. Go to your Google Business Profile
2. Add the order link under "Order online"
3. Customers see an "Order" button in Google Search and Maps

[Learn more about Google Business Profile →](/guides/increasing-sales/google-business-profile)

## After Launch

### Monitor Orders

* Keep the dashboard open during service
* Enable browser notifications for new orders
* Set up email notifications as backup
* Configure auto-accept if you want orders confirmed automatically

### Review Analytics

Track your store performance:

* Order volume and revenue
* Popular products
* Peak ordering times
* Fulfillment method breakdown

### Gather Feedback

Enable [customer feedback](/guides/marketing/customer-feedback) to collect reviews after orders. Pay attention to:

* Customer questions or confusion
* Common modification requests
* Delivery time accuracy
* Any technical issues

### Iterate

Based on feedback:

* Adjust menu descriptions for clarity
* Tweak prep times based on actual performance
* Update product photos
* Add frequently requested modifiers
* [Snooze unavailable items](/guides/menu/availability-snoozing) rather than deleting them

## Need Help?

* Browse the [full documentation](/) for detailed guides
* [Contact support](/getting-started/contact-support) for assistance
* Check [system status](https://status.storekit.com) if experiencing issues

Congratulations - your storekit store is live!