checkout extensibility

Shopify Plus Guide 2024: Upgrade Checkout Extensibility

Important News for Shopify Plus Merchants!!

 

Shopify has launched a new Checkout Extensibility. Checkout Extensibility is a suite of powerful features that makes checkout easy. It is a suite of APIs (apps and tools) that makes it easier for merchants to make low or no-code customizations and build custom checkout experiences.

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Understanding Checkout Extensibility and checkout.liquid:

As a Shopify Plus Merchant, you must have customized your checkout through checkout.liquid layout. Mostly, merchants use it to integrate data, add new components, change the checkout look and feel, and create custom integrations with third-party services. 

 

Why the Need to upgrade to Checkout extensibility?

 

Checkout.liquid is deprecated (not recommended to use) and it has not been updated with new functionality since 2021. Due to new security rules around the world, checkout.liquid is considered less secure than Checkout Extensibility. So, Shopify has decided to stop supporting it.

 

By August 13 of this year, Shopify is removing checkout.liquid customizations for the information, shipping, and payment pages. The deadline to upgrade Thank you and Order status pages is by August 28, 2025. Shopify Plus customers must switch from checkout.liquid to Checkout Extensibility by August 2024 or risk losing existing customizations.

 

Key Features of Checkout Extensibility:

Moving from checkout.liquid to Checkout Extensibility will provide you following key features:

 

Using branding APIs and advanced customization options, you can enhance your brand's presence with Checkout Extensibility.

 

With Checkout Extensibility, you will have complete control over the entire checkout experience. Checkout editor is a drag and drop interface which can quickly and easily edit the look of your checkout (by adding your logo, changing the background color, updating the font etc.). You can not only just customize the checkout, but also thank you and order status pages.

 

You can increase the checkout user experience with apps. Simply head over to the Shopify App Store to install those apps you want to add functionality to the checkout. This will increase conversion by over 1% according to Shopify.

 

ECOMZIER app developers use Shopify Functions to create apps that contain different functionality such as a new discount type. Merchants just need to install the app on their Shopify store, and app will do the work.

 

For making better marketing strategies, you need to track customer events. Checkout Extensibility have this feature named Shopify Pixels. Merchants can add and manage pixels by using Shopify pixels manager section.

 

The issue with checkout liquid was that it had additional scripts, which hackers used to inject keystroke script to steal credit card information. Shopify is now replacing it with Web Pixels API, which will make it more secure.

 

Checkout Extensibility includes Checkout UI Extension and ECOMZIER Shopify Expert Partners can create apps that can provide required features for Shopify checkout. You can install these apps in Shopify Admin and use these apps for a better checkout experience.

 

You, as a Shopify Plus Merchant will have access to new features like one-page checkout, bundled product offerings and stackable discounts. It will provide you more flexibility.

 

 

Shopify Plus merchants will be able to use all the Checkout Extensibility features and tools to build the checkout experiences they want.

 

Why Upgrade to Checkout Extensibility?

Here's why Checkout Extensibility should be on every Shopify Plus merchant's to-do list:

Customizations made through checkout.liquid are difficult to maintain but Checkout Extensibility works seamlessly. It can build custom elements for brand identity like progress bars, loyalty program integrations, and gift card options.

 

checkout.liquid showed security flaws because new features were not upgraded timely. Checkout Extensibility follows the latest security standards and provides a safe shopping experience for your customers.

 

Performance of Checkout Extensibility is much better than checkout.liquid as it converts up to 50% better than guest checkout. One page checkout Happy shoppers mean repeat business!

Who Can Use Checkout Extensibility?

 

This powerful feature is exclusively available for merchants on the Shopify Plus plan. If you run a high-volume store and want to scale while providing a unique shopping experience, Shopify Plus is the best option.

 

Steps to Upgrade to Checkout Extensibility

 You should start planning the upgrade to Checkout Extensibility now.

  • Review Your Current Customizations: Check any checkout customizations you have made using checkout.liquid.
  • Design Your New Checkout: Plan your perfect checkout process and what features you want in it.
  • Create Your Custom Checkout: This could involve coding yourself or working with a Shopify Expert Partner.
  • Test and Go Live: Test your new checkout thoroughly to make sure it works well for your customers.

 

Remember that the deadline is August 13,2024. If you have checkout.liquid customizations, you will need to upgrade to Checkout Extensibility before this date.

 

The Official Shopify Checkout Upgrade Guide is an excellent starting point when preparing for migration. For upgrading, you will require to replicate the checkout.liquid customizations in Checkout Extensibility. You might need help from a Shopify developer, and possibly some custom app development too.

 

Need Help? ECOMZIER can help in upgrading!

Upgrading your checkout can be a complex process. ECOMZIER, your trusted Shopify Plus expert, is here to help! We offer comprehensive consultation services to guide you through the entire process of migrating to Checkout Extensibility and creating a checkout experience that drives sales and customer loyalty.

 

You now have the opportunity to design your checkout process exactly how you want, while still benefiting from Shopify's secure and reliable system. Transitioning from the old checkout system (checkout.liquid) might seem challenging at first, but the advantages are definitely worth the effort.

 

You need to figure out what new tools can do and plan your switch carefully. This transition is a great chance for Shopify Plus merchants to enhance their checkout process, make it smoother, more personal and faster for customers. This change is not just about adapting but also about improving and optimizing the checkout process to better serve your needs.

 

Book a consultation with us or Contact us today to ensure a smooth transition and to take full advantage of the new features available with Checkout Extensibility.