US ONLY
AvaTax is a cloud-based tax compliance solution provided by Avalara, a leading provider of automated tax software and services. We use AvaTax in your store to calculate the Tax on orders placed in the store. In order to use Nettailer in the US correctly, you will require an account with Avalara to use AvaTax. Setting up an Avalara account to access their tax calculator involves several steps. Avalara provides a range of tax compliance and automation solutions, and the exact steps may vary depending on the specific service you're interested in. However, here is a general guide on how to set up an Avalara account and access their tax calculator:
Go to the Avalara website (www.avalara.com) in your web browser.
To create an Avalara account, you'll typically need to sign up on their website. Look for a "Sign Up" or "Get Started" button or link, and click on it.
You'll be asked to provide your personal and business information, including your name, email address, company name, contact number, and other relevant details. Follow the prompts to complete this step.
After you've filled out the registration form, Avalara may send you a verification email. Open your email inbox and click on the verification link provided to confirm your email address and activate your account.
Once your email is verified, you can log in to your newly created Avalara account using the credentials you provided during the registration process.
After logging in, you can access the Avalara tax calculator, which is often referred to as AvaTax. Depending on the specific services you've signed up for, you may need to navigate through the Avalara dashboard to find the tax calculator tool.
Once you've accessed AvaTax, you can start using it to calculate taxes for your business transactions. You will need to provide the following to Netset:
AvaTax Username
AvaTax Password
If you encounter any issues during the setup process or need assistance with using Avalara services, their customer support team is available to help. Contact information and support options should be available on the Avalara website or within your account dashboard. Please note that Avalara's interface and account setup process may evolve over time, so it's a good idea to refer to their official website or contact their support for the most up-to-date information and guidance on setting up your account and accessing the tax calculator.
When it comes to setting up your Nettailer store URL, two key DNS (Domain Name System) record types often come into play: A records and CNAMEs.
This document is your guide to determine which record type to use and help configuring your URL
A records map a domain directly to an IP address, while CNAME records map a domain to another domain.
A records are used for pointing a domain or subdomain to a specific IP address, whereas CNAME records are used for creating aliases or shortcuts to other domain names.
A records are typically used for the root domain (e.g., example.com) and subdomains (e.g., example.com), while CNAME records are primarily used for subdomains (e.g., shop.example.com).
A records are more efficient for domain resolution because they directly specify the IP address, while CNAME records add an extra step of resolving another domain name before finding the IP address.
In summary, A records will need to be used if you are using a root domain for your store, otherwise Netset recommends using a CNAME for Nettailer.
Replace XXX.XXX.XXX.001 with the IP address provided by Netset. If you don't have this information, please contact your Business Developer or Customer Success Team.
To set up an A record for the "Example.com" domain to point to the IP address "XXX.XXX.XXX.001," you'll need to access the DNS management panel provided by your domain registrar or hosting provider. Here are general instructions on how to do this:
Go to the website of the domain registrar where you purchased the "Example.com" domain and log in to your account. If you're not sure who your registrar is, you can perform a WHOIS lookup to find this information.
Navigate to the domain management or domain settings section of your account. The terminology may vary depending on your registrar, but you're looking for something like "Domain Management," "DNS Management," or "Manage Domains."
Locate the DNS settings or DNS management section for the "Example.com" domain.
Look for an option to edit or manage DNS records. In most cases, you'll find a table that lists existing DNS records for your domain.
To add a new A record, you typically need to provide the following information:
Name/Host/Alias: This should be left blank or set to "@" to represent the root domain (Example.com).
Type: Choose "A" or "A Record."
TTL (Time to Live): You can set this to a default value provided by your registrar.
Value/Destination/Points to: Enter "XXX.XXX.XXX.001" in this field.
After entering the information, save your changes. This action might be labeled as "Save," "Update," or something similar.
It may take some time (up to 48 hours) for DNS changes to propagate across the internet. You can use online DNS lookup tools to verify that the A record is correctly pointing to "XXX.XXX.XXX.001." Simply enter your domain name (Example.com) and check if the IP address matches.
Remember that the exact steps and terminology can vary depending on your domain registrar. If you encounter any difficulties, consult your registrar's support documentation or contact their customer support for assistance. Additionally, ensure that you have the necessary permissions and access to make DNS changes for the domain.
Replace XXX.netailer.com with the address provided by Netset. If you don't have this information, please contact your Business Developer or Customer Success Team.
To create a CNAME record for the "shop.example.com" subdomain and point it to "XXX.netailer.com," you'll typically need to access your domain registrar's or DNS hosting provider's control panel. Here are general instructions on how to do this:
Access the control panel or dashboard of your DNS hosting provider. This is where you manage DNS records for your domain "example.com."
Find the section for DNS management or DNS records. It might be called "DNS Settings," "DNS Management," "Domain Management," or something similar.
If you have multiple domains, select "example.com" or the domain you want to set up the CNAME record for.
Look for an option to add a new DNS record. It's usually labelled "Add Record," "Add DNS Record," or "Create Record." Select the type as "CNAME" or "Canonical Name."
You will typically see two fields to complete:
Name or Host: Enter "shop" (without the quotes). This is the subdomain you want to create.
Value or Points to: Enter "XXX.netailer.com" (without the quotes). This is the destination domain to which you want the subdomain to point.
TTL determines how long DNS resolvers should cache this record. The default value is usually fine, but you can adjust it if needed.
After filling in the details, look for a "Save," "Create," or "Add" button to save the CNAME record.
It may take some time for DNS changes to propagate across the internet. You can use online DNS lookup tools to check if the CNAME record has been updated correctly. This process can take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours.
Test Your Subdomain:
Once the DNS changes have propagated, you can test your subdomain by entering shop.example.com" in a web browser. It should resolve to "XXX.netailer.com."
Remember that DNS changes can take some time to propagate, so be patient if your subdomain doesn't immediately point to the desired destination. If you encounter any issues or if you're not comfortable making these changes yourself, consider reaching out to your DNS hosting provider's support for assistance.
Setting up Google Analytics 4 (GA4) requires several steps. Here's a basic guide to get you started:
Sign in to your Google Analytics account.
Click on the Admin icon (the gear icon) in the lower-left corner.
In the Property column, click on "Create Property."
Choose "Web" to add your Nettailer.
Give your property a name.
Choose a reporting time zone.
Enable or disable data sharing settings based on your preferences.
After creating a property, you need to set up data streams. Data streams are sources of data, such as a website, app, or other digital platforms.
Click on "Data Streams" in the property settings.
Click "Web" for the your Nettailer.
Follow the setup instructions provided for the specific data stream.
For web properties, you will receive a tracking code (also called Measurement ID) that you need to add to your Nettailer pages. You can do this by enabling GA4 and adding the GA4 measurment ID to your store @ Settings > Google Analytics
Once the tracking code is implemented, you can start collecting data in your GA4 instance. It may take a few hours for the data to populate in your reports. That's it! You've successfully added a GA4 instance for your online shop.
Ensure that you are compliant with data privacy regulations, such as GDPR and CCPA. You may need to implement consent management tools for user data collection and retention.
Remember that setting up GA4 is just the beginning. To get the most out of it, you'll need to regularly analyze the data, refine your tracking, and adapt your strategy based on the insights you gain from the analytics.