Can I start a Shopify trial without a credit card?
You can begin Shopify’s 3-day free trial without entering payment information. However, you'll need to add billing information and select a paid plan before you can remove password protection and launch your store publicly to accept real customer orders.
What happens to my store if I don't choose a plan before my trial ends?
If you don't select a paid plan before your trial expires, your store will be paused. You won't lose your data-products, themes, and settings remain saved. You can reactivate your store anytime by selecting a plan and adding billing information.
Can I switch between paid themes during my trial without paying?
Yes, you can preview up to 19 paid themes during your trial without purchasing them. These appear with a "Theme trial" label on your Themes page. Any customizations you make are saved if you decide to buy the theme. However, to avoid charges during your trial, choose a free theme as your published theme.
Does my trial include access to Shopify POS for in-person selling?
Yes, you can download the Shopify POS app and explore in-person selling features during your trial. If you don't have a Shopify account yet, you can create one directly through the Shopify POS app. You'll need NFC-activated iOS (15+) or Android (10.0+) devices and compatible hardware to process actual transactions.
Will apps I install during my trial charge me automatically?
App charges typically don't begin until you select a paid Shopify plan. However, app charges may continue even after pausing or deactivating your store until you explicitly uninstall those apps. Review each app's pricing terms before installation and uninstall any apps you're not using before your trial ends.