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title: "How to create a new category"
url: "https://support.acendy.com/en/article/how-to-create-a-new-category"
language: "en"
last_updated: "2026-02-10T08:59:08.149Z"
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# How to create a new category

This article explains how to create a new category in your online store and how categories are used to structure your products in a clear and organized way. Categories make it easier for customers to find products and improve the overall structure of your store.

## What is a category?

A category is used to group and organize related products, for example by type, use case, or target audience.  
A product can belong to one or multiple categories at the same time.

## How to create a new category

1.  Go to **Products → Products** in the control panel
2.  Click **\+ Category**
3.  Enter:
4.  -   **Category name**
    -   **Category ID** (used in the URL – should not be changed later)
5.  Choose whether the category should be **visible in the online store**
6.  Click **Create new category**

## Optional settings

When creating a category, you can also:

-   Select a **parent category** (to create subcategories). [Read more about **Main categories and subcategories** here →](https://acendy.productfruits.help/en/article/adding-categories)
-   Set the **order/display position** in the menu
-   Add an **SEO title and meta description** for better visibility in Google

## Add products to a category

There are several ways to add products to categories:

-   Directly on the product
-   Via **Bulk edit**
-   From the **Product overview** by clicking a product and then selecting **Move**
-   -   You can also select multiple products at the same time

## Important to know

-   A product can belong to multiple categories at the same time
-   Multiple categories can have the same name, but not the same category ID
-   Categories without products can still be visible in the menu
-   Changes to categories are reflected immediately in the online store