Shopify $1/Month for 3 Months (2026): How the Deal Works

By: Richard - Last Updated: August 7, 2026

Seen Shopify's $1 per month offer and wondering what you actually get?

Shopify currently advertises 3 days free, then $1 per month for 3 months on eligible plans.

It can be a useful way to test Shopify without paying the normal subscription price right away.

But the cheap first three months are only part of the decision. You should also check whether the offer appears for your account, what you can do during the free trial, and what the plan will cost after the promotion ends.

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What is the Shopify $1 for 3 months deal?

The offer has two stages.

1. Start with the free trial. Shopify currently advertises 3 days free.
2. Move into the promotional period. Eligible plans can then cost $1 per month for the next 3 months.

So the base Shopify subscription costs $3 across those three promotional months before any taxes or other charges that may apply.

After the promotion, the discounted price ends. Shopify says your admin will show the promotional rate and when standard pricing begins.

Check Shopify's current pricing page for the standard price in your location before you commit.

Who is eligible for the Shopify $1 deal?

Do not assume the promotion is available to every Shopify user.

Shopify describes promotional pricing as an offer for eligible merchants on eligible plans. Its Help Center also says trial length and promotional pricing can vary by store location.

The safest way to check is to start the trial and look at the offer shown inside your account before selecting a plan.

If you already have an older Shopify account or store, do not assume you can reopen it and receive the same promotion.

What can you do during the 3-day free trial?

The free trial is mainly there so you can set up the store and explore Shopify before paying for a plan.

You can add products and work on the design. You can also explore settings, connect apps, and prepare your payment setup.

Shopify says a new trial store initially has either a storefront password or an inactive checkout.

If you want customers to place orders, you need to choose a paid plan and set up a payment provider.

The good part is that choosing a plan during the free trial does not remove the time you have left. Shopify says subscription charges begin after the free trial ends.

Once the store is activated on a paid plan, you can sell during the $1 promotional period like you normally would on that plan.

You can read Shopify's free-trial documentation here.

How much can the Shopify $1 deal save?

The exact saving depends on your plan and billing cycle. Your country and the offer shown for your account matter too.

During the promotion, the base subscription costs $3 across the three promotional months.

To work out your own saving, compare that $3 promotional total with three months of the standard local price for the plan you would otherwise choose.

The normal price matters more if you plan to keep the store after the promotion.

What other costs can you still have?

The $1 offer reduces the Shopify subscription price covered by the promotion. It does not make the rest of the store free.

For example, you might still pay for apps or a domain. A premium theme, advertising, and other services can add more costs.

Shopify also notes that app charges created during the free trial can appear on your next invoice.

If you use a third-party payment provider, Shopify can also charge third-party transaction fees depending on your plan and payment setup.

What happens after the 3 promotional months?

The $1 price is temporary.

Shopify says promotional pricing changes to the standard rate for the selected plan and billing cycle when the offer ends.

Its free-trial documentation also notes that some promotional setups can require you to select a standard-rate plan to continue using the store.

Either way, check the plan details in your Shopify admin. That is where Shopify shows the promotional rate and the date standard pricing begins.

If you decide not to continue, remember that selecting a paid plan changes the cancellation process. Shopify says you need to manually pause or deactivate the store to avoid future subscription charges.

What about Shopify's sales credits?

You may also see Shopify advertising subscription credits based on sales.

This is a separate promotion from the $1 plan pricing.

Shopify says its Rewards Promotion is only available to certain new merchants.

For eligible merchants, the reward period runs for the first 6 months or until the plan's credit cap is reached.

Transactions processed through Shopify Payments can earn 1% back as subscription credits. Transactions through other payment providers can earn 0.5% back.

The maximum credit depends on the plan and country, so check the offer available in your market rather than assuming a fixed amount.

Shopify also says credits are added to an upcoming subscription bill after you reach the sales threshold shown for your market.

Because eligibility is limited, treat these credits as a possible extra rather than something you should build your Shopify decision around.

You can check Shopify's current promotions documentation here.

How do you get the Shopify $1 per month deal?

Here is the safest way to sign up:

1. Open Shopify's current trial offer.
2. Create your Shopify account and store.
3. Use the free trial to explore the dashboard and start setting up the store.
4. Check that the $1 promotional price appears for your account.
5. Choose the eligible plan and billing cycle that fit what you are building.
6. Check the standard price and the date it begins before confirming.

Shopify says you can start the free trial without a credit card. Billing details are needed when you move forward with a paid plan.

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Is the Shopify $1 deal worth it?

If you already want to test Shopify, the offer gives you a low-cost window to build and launch the store.

But a cheap introductory price is not a good reason by itself to choose an ecommerce platform.

The better question is whether Shopify still fits what you need once the promotion ends.

Before committing, check the normal subscription price and the apps you expect to need. Then look at payment costs and the rest of your store budget.

If those numbers still make sense, the $1 promotion is a useful bonus while you test Shopify.

What should you do after signing up?

If you decide to use Shopify, do not spend the promotional period only changing colors and themes.

Use that time to test the parts that actually decide whether the store can work:

1. Choose the product or product range you want to test.
2. Decide how orders will be fulfilled.
3. Check the supplier and realistic shipping times.
4. Work out your margin before advertising.
5. Build the important store pages.
6. Set up payments, shipping, and returns.
7. Test the checkout and place a test order.
8. Start with a marketing test you can afford to learn from.

Our guide to starting a Shopify store walks through the setup in more detail.

You can also read our Shopify free trial guide if you want a broader look at Shopify's trial options.

The bottom line

Shopify currently advertises 3 days free, then $1 per month for 3 months on eligible plans.

That makes the first few months inexpensive, but the offer is still temporary and can vary by location.

Check that the promotion appears for your account and review the standard price before selecting a plan.

If Shopify still fits your budget after that, the deal can give you a cheaper window to build and test your store.

Still unsure? Contact our team and we will point you in the right direction.