Shopify recently announced a major update with new checkout functionalities for all merchants.

If you are on the Starter, Basic, Shopify, or Advanced plans, you can now enjoy an even faster, more functional One-Page Checkout with more payment provider options.

For those on the Shopify Plus plan, the new feature is Checkout Extensibility, a set of innovative tools for app-based checkout customizations. These improvements ensure a smoother shopping experience for your customers and greater efficiency for your business.

 

Benefits of the Update: New Shopify Checkout Features for Brazilian Merchants 🇧🇷

This update will be standard for all Shopify merchants (provided that the chosen payment method has already updated its Payment App to be compatible with the updated standard). Check out the updated roadmap for Shopify Gateways functionalities.

Previously, these features were only available for some payment methods or required customizations. Now, all merchants can take advantage of the checkout updates.

Mani Fazeli, Shopify's product director, said the updates will allow customer information to be autofilled more easily, while the ability to add extensions – such as loyalty programs, gift receipt options, or upsell opportunities – enables merchants to customize the page according to their individual needs.

New features and apps will be available for use at checkout, offering even more flexibility and functionality.

 New Shopify Checkout Features for Brazilian Merchants:

Below, we list a brief summary of the main new features of Shopify Checkout. To understand more details, check out our complete step-by-step guide. There, you can directly consult the topics of your interest, understand each feature in depth, and learn how to migrate to the updated version of the checkout, adapted to each type of merchant.

1) One-page checkout instead of 3 pages

Reduce complexity and accelerate sales with a simplified single-page checkout process.

 

2) Quick visual customizations

Anyone can play with unique color schemes and fonts and customize logo size and position.

3) Advanced visual customizations (Shopify Plus)

Create expressive, consistent, and accessible experiences for the checkout and its checkout apps.

 
4) Transparent Checkout (Shopify-approved payment methods)

Ensure a fluid payment experience with native forms or minimal redirects, depending on the provider and payment method.

• Credit card: Data entered in the native checkout or external redirect.
• PIX: External redirect with QR code and payment information will be shown automatically.
• Boleto: External redirect with barcode.

 

5) More payment option choices

Merchants will be able to install payment methods from more than one provider. The buyer will select the desired payment method directly in the native Shopify checkout.

 

6) Address autofill 

Increase checkout speed with selectable suggestions for input fields. Address autofill based on ZIP code.

To validate the entry of information such as street numbers and neighborhoods, use the Jataí app to customize fields and ensure your orders come with complete addresses (facilitating integration with ERP).

 

7) Integrated CPF Field

Fill in the CPF only once and enjoy automatic integration with payment systems, simplifying the purchase process and increasing efficiency.

8) Advanced bot protection (Shopify Plus)

Prevent bots from buying up your inventory during flash sales using scheduled bot protection and customizable test questions.

 

9) Checkout Extensibility (Shopify Plus)

Add new functionalities to your checkout, such as post-purchase pages, tracking pixels, and additional fields with advanced apps, customizing the buyer's experience and applying business rules.

 

Expansion of functionalities through public applications:

10) Automation, Customization, and Order Management with Jataí 

Jataí is a powerful tool that allows merchants to create custom fields in orders, facilitating the collection of specific and relevant information for the business. With automatic field completion, merchants can eliminate the need to manually correct orders, saving time and reducing errors.

Additionally, it is possible to add checkout rules, such as street number validation and alerts, and automate data entry. This automation facilitates integration with logistics, payment, and ERP systems.

 

11) Discounts by Payment Method with SavePay Pix

The SavePay Pix app allows you to offer discounts for payments via PIX, bank slip, or other chosen payment methods, encouraging their use due to reduced fees, increasing sales conversion and customer satisfaction.

  

12) Product Bundle Creation with Shopify Bundles

Free app to create weekly, monthly, or annual subscription plans, ensuring recurring revenue and customer loyalty. Ideal for consumables or services with constant replenishment.

 

13) Payment Method Customization with Hide Pay

Create subscription plans for products or services, ensuring recurring revenue and customer loyalty. Ideal for consumables or services with constant replenishment.

 

Click here to see our full article on essential Shopify checkout apps.

 

Complete Guide to the Shopify Checkout Update

Check out our detailed guide on the Shopify Checkout update to clarify any doubts about migration and adaptation for each type of merchant. You can search for specific topics, understand each feature in depth, and learn how to migrate to the updated checkout version.

Sources: We are trying to organize the information as much as possible, based on Shopify's articles, announcements, and documentation. When in doubt, always consult your payment method and the official Shopify documentation.

Our intention is to keep this guide as updated as possible. If you have observations, feedback, or would like to contribute, please contact us.

 

We can help you

Alce Rocks is not just an agency; we are a reference in Shopify Plus projects in Latin America and official Shopify partners since before its arrival in Brazil.

Your project can count on our consultancy at all stages: migration, planning, design, customized solution architecture, development, and continuous monitoring. In addition, we offer exclusive content, audits, apps, and migration packages to ensure you get the most out of everything Shopify has to offer.

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Consulting for High-Scale Merchants: Hire our specialized Shopify Plus consulting and count on complete support to optimize your checkout and maximize your sales.

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