Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about SpreeShop, answered in plain language.
Getting Started
What is SpreeShop and who is it for?
SpreeShop is a custom-branded apparel storefront platform for schools, sports teams, nonprofits, businesses, and churches. It lets you create a private or public online store where your community can browse and order custom-decorated apparel — without you managing inventory, handling payments, or running to the post office.
Do I need any technical experience to set up a store?
None at all. SpreeShop is designed for coaches, parent volunteers, school administrators, and small business owners — not developers. Setting up a store takes about 15–20 minutes. You choose your products, upload your logo, set your prices, and share the link with your community.
Is SpreeShop free to use?
Getting started is completely free. You can set up your store, configure your products, and invite your community at no upfront cost. SpreeShop earns revenue from the base cost of each product — you keep 100% of the margin above that cost.
How long does it take to launch a store?
Most stores are fully configured and ready to share within 30 minutes. If you already have your logo file and a product selection in mind, you can be live in under 15 minutes.
Can I run more than one store at a time?
Yes. You can manage multiple storefronts from a single SpreeShop account — useful if you run separate campaigns for different teams, grades, or fundraising goals simultaneously.
Pricing & Payments
How does SpreeShop pricing work?
Each product has a base cost (which covers production, decoration, and fulfillment). You set your own selling price above that base cost. The difference is your margin — which goes entirely to your organization. There are no monthly fees, no platform commissions taken from your margin, and no hidden charges.
How do I receive my fundraising revenue?
Fundraising payouts are processed via Stripe and deposited directly to your bank account on a regular schedule. You can view your balance, payout history, and upcoming deposits from your SpreeShop dashboard.
What payment methods can customers use?
SpreeShop accepts all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Amex, Discover), as well as Apple Pay and Google Pay on supported devices.
Can I offer free shipping or subsidize order costs?
Yes. You can configure flat-rate shipping, free shipping above a threshold, or absorb shipping costs into your product price. You can also set up subsidy codes that give specific buyers a discount — useful for need-based support or staff orders.
Does SpreeShop take a cut of my fundraising margin?
No. Unlike platforms that charge a percentage of your total sales revenue, SpreeShop only earns from the base product cost. Once you've covered the cost of producing and shipping the item, every dollar above that goes to your organization.
Storefronts & Customization
Can I make my store match my school or organization's branding?
Yes. You can customize your store's name, colors, logo, hero image, and welcome message. Your storefront will look like a natural extension of your organization's brand — not a generic white-label template.
Can I password-protect my store so only my team or community can order?
Yes. You can set your store to private (accessible only with a link or password), unlisted (accessible only to those with the link), or public (discoverable on SpreeShop). Most schools and teams use the private or unlisted options.
What products can I sell in my store?
SpreeShop's catalog includes t-shirts, hoodies, crewnecks, quarter-zips, polos, performance shirts, hats, tote bags, and more. Products are added regularly. You can sell as many or as few product types as you choose.
Can customers personalize their own items (add names or numbers)?
Yes. You can enable name and number personalization on eligible products. Customers enter their name or number at checkout, and the item is produced with that personalization included.
Can I set an ordering window with an open and close date?
Yes. You can configure your store to accept orders only during a specific date range — useful for seasonal spirit wear campaigns, uniform ordering, or event-specific merchandise. Orders placed after the close date are rejected automatically.
Orders & Fulfillment
How long does production and shipping take?
Standard production time is 5–7 business days after an order is placed or after your ordering window closes (for batch orders). Shipping adds 3–5 business days for standard delivery. Rush options are available for time-sensitive orders. Total typical delivery: 10–14 business days.
Do customers receive individual tracking information?
Yes. Every customer receives an order confirmation email and a shipping notification with tracking information when their order ships.
Can orders ship directly to customers, or only to one central location?
Both options are available. You can set your store to ship individually to each customer's address, or to batch-ship all orders to one central pickup location (popular for teams and schools). You can also offer customers the choice.
What happens if a product arrives with a defect or incorrect decoration?
SpreeShop stands behind every order. If a product arrives with a production defect or decoration error, we will reprint and reship the correct item at no cost. Contact support with a photo of the issue and we'll resolve it within 2 business days.
Can I track who has ordered and who hasn't on my team or roster?
Yes. Your SpreeShop admin dashboard includes an order management view showing every order placed, the customer name, items ordered, sizes, payment status, and fulfillment status. You can export this data as a spreadsheet at any time.
Fundraising & Group Orders
How does fundraising work on SpreeShop?
You set the selling price for each product above the base cost. The difference is your fundraising margin. If a hoodie costs $28 to produce and you sell it for $55, your organization earns $27 per hoodie sold — with no platform fees deducted from that margin. Payouts are processed directly to your bank account.
Is there a minimum order quantity for group orders?
No. SpreeShop supports individual on-demand orders with no minimums. This is one of our core advantages over traditional screen printing shops that require 24+ units per design. You can have one person order or 1,000.
Can I set a fundraising goal and track progress?
Yes. You can set a fundraising goal in your dashboard, and SpreeShop will display a real-time fundraising thermometer on your storefront. Your community can see how close you are to your goal, which drives additional orders.
How do I handle latecomers who want to order after my campaign closes?
You can reopen your store temporarily for a late-order window, or set up a secondary campaign at a slightly higher price point to cover the additional cost of a small run. You can also keep your store open indefinitely on an on-demand basis for supporters who want to order throughout the year.
Can SpreeShop help with school or district approval processes for fundraising?
SpreeShop generates detailed campaign reports including total revenue raised, number of orders, and per-product breakdowns — the documentation most districts require for approval of fundraising activities. Contact our support team if you need a specific report format for your district's requirements.
Still have questions?
Our team is happy to help. Reach out or start your free store and explore the platform yourself — no credit card required.