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You Built a Brand From Scratch. Your Bookkeeping Should Be Just as Sharp.

The free bookkeeping tool that helps Shopify store owners organize ordinary and necessary business expenses for Schedule C.

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Tax Deductions You May Be Missing

These are common Schedule C business expenses that shopify owners may be able to claim under IRC §162. Our template has them pre-loaded.

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Product Inventory

Line 38 (COGS)

Wholesale products, raw materials, manufacturing.

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Shopify Fees

Line 10

Shopify plan ($39-$399/mo), transaction fees, Payments.

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Shipping & Fulfillment

Line 22

Postage, fulfillment center, ShipStation, supplies.

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Paid Advertising

Line 8

Facebook/Instagram ads, Google Shopping, TikTok, influencer.

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Apps & Software

Line 18

Klaviyo, Privy, ReCharge, Judge.me, Shopify apps.

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Photography

Line 8

Product photos, models, lifestyle shoots, video.

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Contractors

Line 11

Web developer, designer, copywriter, social media.

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Packaging

Line 22

Custom boxes, inserts, tissue, branded unboxing.

How It Works

1

Download

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2

Categorize

Enter your bank transactions. Pick from the dropdown. ~30 min.

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Review

Schedule C summary auto-calculates your income, expenses, and tax.

4

File

Hand it to your Enrolled Agent. Or let Arc & Ledger prepare your return from $300.

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What's Inside

✓ Start Here tab with step-by-step instructions
✓ Business Info tab — your details, ready for filing
✓ Expense categories pre-loaded for your industry
✓ 500-row transaction tracker with dropdown categories
✓ Schedule C summary — auto-calculates your totals
✓ Monthly summary for quarterly estimated taxes

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Common Questions

What Schedule C deductions can Shopify store owners claim?+
Self-employed Shopify store owners may deduct ordinary and necessary business expenses under IRC Section 162. Commonly claimed deductions include product inventory (Line 38 COGS), Shopify fees (Line 10), shipping and fulfillment (Line 22), paid advertising (Line 8), apps and software (Line 18), product photography (Line 8), and contractor payments (Line 11). Your tax situation may vary, so consult a qualified tax professional for personalized guidance.
What is Schedule C?+
Schedule C (Form 1040) is the IRS form where sole proprietors and single-member LLCs report business income and expenses. It calculates your net profit or loss, which flows to your Form 1040. Shopify store owners use Schedule C to report online sales and deduct business expenses like platform fees, advertising, and fulfillment costs. Our free template is an organizational tool that categorizes expenses by the correct Schedule C line numbers.
How much tax do self-employed Shopify store owners pay?+
Self-employed Shopify store owners generally pay both income tax and self-employment tax (15.3% for Social Security and Medicare) on net profit. Your income tax rate depends on your total taxable income and filing status. The self-employment tax applies to net earnings over $400. You may also have state sales tax obligations. Consult a qualified tax professional to understand your specific tax obligations.
Do I need to file quarterly estimated taxes as a Shopify store owner?+
If you expect to owe $1,000 or more in federal tax for the year, the IRS generally requires quarterly estimated tax payments. Deadlines are typically April 15, June 15, September 15, and January 15. E-commerce revenue can fluctuate significantly, especially around holidays, so tracking expenses year-round helps you estimate quarterly payments more accurately.
Are Shopify plan fees and app subscriptions deductible?+
Shopify plan fees, transaction fees, Shopify Payments processing, and app subscriptions may be deductible as ordinary and necessary business expenses. Platform fees are commonly reported on Schedule C Line 10, while app subscriptions may be reported on Line 18. Keep records of all Shopify billing statements. Consult a qualified tax professional for your specific situation.
Should I hire an Enrolled Agent or do my own taxes?+
An Enrolled Agent (EA) is a tax professional who has passed a rigorous IRS exam and is authorized to represent taxpayers directly before the IRS. Unlike other preparers, EAs must pass a rigorous exam and complete continuing education annually. For Shopify store owners with inventory, multi-channel sales, and ad spend optimization, an EA can help ensure compliance and identify all eligible deductions. Arc & Ledger's team of Enrolled Agents specializes in Schedule C businesses.

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