Store currency, measurement units, and language settings directly impact your success when selling outside the U.S. Here's what you need to know:

Language Settings

• Adjust site's built-in text language in Language and Region Settings
• Consider creating a multilingual site for international customers

Domain Selection

• Use location-appropriate domains (e.g., .com.au for Australia, .de for Germany)
• Choose from supported top-level domains for better local visibility

Currency Management

• Currency automatically matches your payment processor's linked bank account
• Select different currencies for overseas customers from supported options
• Defaults to USD if your currency isn't supported

Measurement Settings

• Change weight and dimensions to metric units in Language and Region Settings
• Customize shipping calculations based on selected measurement system

Legal Requirements

• Create a legal notice page for EU countries showing business information
• Follow country-specific mailing list regulations
• Disable automatic newsletter opt-in at checkout if required

International Shipping

• Connect to Easyship or Shippo for better international rates
• Create specific shipping zones for destination countries
• Access tracking and automatic returns through extensions

Tax Management

• Set up country-specific tax rules
• Configure provincial taxes for Canada (federal and provincial separately)
• Enable tax-inclusive pricing when needed
• Follow local VAT/GST requirements

GDPR Compliance

• Ensure data collection meets EU regulations
• Follow cookie consent requirements
• Maintain proper data handling procedures

Remember to verify all local requirements for your specific region, as regulations may vary by country.

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