Shopify Unite is Shopify’s biggest annual event, where we share updates and celebrate our partners. This year, due to COVID, it was held online only, and here’s a quick recap of the main topics.

Due to the recent COVID impact, Contactless-based features have been added. Some features have been launched now, and almost all features will be updated by the end of the year.

Installation

The installment function provided by Shop Pay allows customers to purchase products in installments without fees for Shop Pay payments.

Theme

• Express theme: Add free themes specialized for restaurants and offline stores
• An Add section menu will be created for each page, enabling Multi Page Editing.
• Enhanced subscription payment functionality and added upselling & cross-selling features

Tipping

Ability to receive tips on the checkout page. Tips received can also be donated.

Multi store Domains

Multiple domains can be set up in one store

Shopify POS(Point of sale)

POS Update: Integrate apps within the POS, add staff management features, integrate with pickup functionality (Buy online pick them up in store)

Other updates

Shopify Ping: Ping is Shopify’s native chat app, currently available only on iOS, but will be updated to be available on Android later this year.

Local Delivery: Added local delivery option where merchants deliver directly to you

Shopify Fulfillment Network: Announced in 2019, currently offers limited service, but plans to expand service areas in the future

Online store Performance Dashboard: Features to measure performance, such as site access speed, will be added.

Shopify Balance: A financial solution for SMBs that will offer a credit card with the ability to add a merchant's logo