Shopify Plus merchants, there’s a crucial update coming to how you customize your checkout pages!
Introducing Checkout Extensibility:
Shopify is replacing the traditional checkout.liquid system with a new suite of tools called Checkout Extensibility. This new system offers a wider range of options for building apps that allow low- or no-code customizations to your checkout experience.
Deadline to Upgrade:
August 2024 is the deadline for all Shopify Plus merchants to transition to Checkout Extensibility. The old checkout.liquid system will be phased out in stages:
- August 13, 2024: The Information, Shipping, and Payment pages will no longer be customizable using the old system.
- August 28, 2025: The Thank You and Order Status pages, including any customizations made with script tags and additional scripts, will be disabled.
Benefits of Checkout Extensibility:
Shopify Checkout has long been known for its speed and efficiency, but customizing the checkout experience has often been a challenge. Checkout Extensibility addresses this by offering a more user-friendly system for enhanced customization.
Preparing for the Upgrade:
With the August 2024 deadline approaching, it’s crucial for Shopify Plus merchants to begin planning their transition to Checkout Extensibility now. Here’s a recommended action plan:
- Review Current Customizations: Head to Settings > Checkout in your Shopify admin to access a report on your current checkout customizations. This report will give you a high-level overview of what needs to be rebuilt and offer guidance on how to do so using Checkout Extensibility.
- Define Project Scope: Evaluate your current customizations to determine which areas will be impacted by the switch and estimate the work required to update them.
- Build and Test Your New Checkout: Start building and testing your new checkout experience. You can customize the checkout, Thank You, and Order Status pages using apps or by editing your branding within Checkout Extensibility. You can also set up any optional pixels or additional features you might need.
- Deploy and Optimize: Once you’re satisfied with the changes, deploy your new checkout and continue optimizing it for the best customer experience.
While there’s still a year to prepare, starting the planning process now ensures a smooth transition to Shopify’s new Checkout Extensibility system. For further details on customizing and editing your checkout using Checkout Extensibility, you can visit the Shopify Help Center.
