March 17, 2026

How to Display Free Shipping Progress Without Being On Shopify Plus

Displaying a free shipping message in Shopify is one of the simplest ways to increase your average order value. Instead of using a visual progress bar, many stores use dynamic text like: “You are $25 away from free shipping” This type of messaging is clean, effective, and works across any Shopify plan. In this guide, you will learn how to add a free shipping message in Shopify without Shopify Plus and how to use it to drive more revenue.

How to Set Up a Free Shipping Message with Checkout Plus

Follow these steps to create a dynamic message.

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Step 1: Create a new Shipping Customization

1a. Select the "Shipping Customizatons" on the home page

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1b. Select "Add Message to Shipping Method"

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Step 2: Configure Your Customizations & Set Your Free Shipping Threshold

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Configure Your Free Shipping Threshold
Use {{remainingAmount}} as a placeholder for your remaining amount in the message
Optionally add the condition to only show this when the total is less than the Free Shipping threshold

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Step 3: Save Your Changes and Preview Your Checkout!

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How to Set Product Quantity Purchase Limits in Shopify

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