Are you looking for innovative ways to increase your Shopify store sales? The “Try Before You Buy” feature can revolutionize your customers’ shopping experience, enabling them to test products before making a full commitment. In this blog post, we’ll guide you through setting up this powerful feature using the TryOnify app. Follow these step-by-step instructions to implement it seamlessly.
Why “Try Before You Buy“?
Offering a “Try Before You Buy” option helps reduce purchase hesitation by providing a risk-free shopping experience. Customers pay a deposit to try the product and pay the remaining balance only if they decide to keep it. This feature:
- Boosts customer confidence.
- Reduces cart abandonment.
- Increases conversions and loyalty.
Let’s dive into how you can set up this feature for your Shopify store.
Step 1: Install the TryOnify App
- Go to the TryOnify app page on the Shopify App Store.
- Click the Install button to add the app to your store.
- Once installed, open the app to access its dashboard.
Step 2: Configure Trial Plans
- Navigate to the Trial Plans section in the TryOnify dashboard.
- Click New Plan to create a new trial plan.
- Set up your trial plan details:
- Title: For example, “Try 5 Days Before You Buy.”
- Prepaid Amount: Specify the deposit amount (e.g., $10).
- Trial Length: Define the trial duration (e.g., 5 days).
- Description: Add terms and conditions or any details customers should know.
- Click Save to finalize your trial plan.
Step 3: Assign Products to the Trial Plan
- After saving your trial plan, click Add Product.
- Select the products you want to include in this plan.
- Check the products you wish to apply the trial offer to and click Done.
- Ensure the trial offer is correctly assigned to the selected products.
Step 4: Enable App Embeds in Your Shopify Theme
- Go to Online Store > Customize in your Shopify admin.
- Navigate to App Embeds from the theme editor.
- Locate the TryOnify app embeds and toggle them on.
- Click Save to apply the changes.
Step 5: Test the Feature
- Visit your store’s product pages where you’ve added the trial plan.
- Check if the “Try Before You Buy” option is visible.
- Select the option and proceed to checkout.
- Verify that the deposit amount is correctly displayed, and the remaining payment is deferred.
If you encounter any issues, double-check your settings in the TryOnify dashboard or refresh the app embed settings.
Step 6: Manage Orders
- Access the Orders section in TryOnify.
- View all partially paid orders along with details such as trial length and payment status.
- Automatically charge customers the remaining balance if they decide to keep the product after the trial period ends.
Advanced Settings
TryOnify also offers additional settings to enhance your store’s functionality:
- Limit Trial Orders: Restrict the number of trial items per order.
- Customer Restrictions: Set tags to prevent certain customers from accessing trial plans.
- Automatic Payments: Enable automatic charging after the trial period.
- Global Instructions: Add terms and instructions visible to customers during checkout.
- Integrations: Use tools like Klaviyo for email campaigns or Slack for team notifications.
Benefits of Using TryOnify
- Risk-Free Shopping: Builds trust with hesitant customers.
- Customization: Create multiple trial plans tailored to different products.
- Seamless Integration: Works perfectly within Shopify’s ecosystem.
- Analytics: Monitor trial performance and customer behavior to optimize sales.
Conclusion
Adding a “Try Before You Buy” feature to your Shopify store is a game-changer for driving sales and enhancing customer satisfaction. The TryOnify app makes it simple and effective to set up this feature. With its 30-day free trial, you can test the app’s impact on your sales without any risk.
