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Customer Portal Settings

Customize your customer portal trough this section

Updated over a week ago

In this Customer Portal Settings section, You can customize the customer portal which is shown by your customer at the time of visiting your page they use. So you can rename the labels here.

To set your customer portal please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Log in to your merchant portal for Appstle Subscription on Shopify.

Step 2: Click On Customization > Customer portal settings. Or follow the picture below...

Here are some options. A short Description of each section is given below…

  1. CUSTOMER PORTAL LABELS: In this section, you can modify all text labels to ensure they're clear and easily understood by customers in their preferred language. We recommend keeping labels simple and intuitive for the best user experience.

Available customization options include:

  • Product management labels

  • Payment information fields

  • Subscription cancellation wording

  • Upcoming order details

  • Shipping address fields

The Customer Portal in Appstle Subscriptions allows merchants to customize how subscription information appears to customers. The Labels section specifically controls the terminology and messaging throughout the subscription management interface.


Subscription Management Labels

This section focuses on order frequency and delivery settings, enabling you to modify text labels for a seamless customer experience. Below are the key customizable fields:

1. Order Frequency Settings

  • Order Frequency Text
    Controls how frequently recurring orders are displayed (e.g., "Every 2 weeks").

  • Order Frequency by [hi] (likely a placeholder for dynamic values)
    Adjusts phrasing when frequency is variable (e.g., "Deliver every [X] days").

2. Delivery Interval Settings

  • Delivery Interval Text
    Modifies how delivery schedules are worded (e.g., "Shipping every month").

  • Delivery Interval by [hi] (dynamic value placeholder)
    Customizes interval descriptions (e.g., "Ships every [X] weeks").

3. Edit Frequency Button Text

  • Edit Frequency Button Text
    Changes the CTA text for modifying subscription frequency (e.g., "Change schedule").

  • Edit Frequency by [hi] (dynamic value)
    Adjusts interactive buttons when customers modify delivery settings.


Why Customize These Labels?

  • Improve Clarity: Simplify language for better customer understanding.

  • Brand Consistency: Match your store’s tone (e.g., "Renew" vs. "Recharge").

  • Localization: Adapt terms for regional dialects (e.g., "Postcode" vs. "ZIP code").

Control how purchase choices appear to customers:

  1. Main Labels

    • "Subscribe & Save" (subscription option)

    • "One-Time Purchase" (single order)

  2. Supporting Text

    • Savings messages ("Save 20%")

    • Frequency options ("Every month")

  3. Buttons & Notes

    • Selection prompts ("Choose your option")

    • Disclaimer text ("Cancel anytime")

Why It Matters

  • Clear labels increase conversions

  • Consistent language builds trust

  • Flexible for different products

Payment & Billing Label Customization

Key Customizable Fields

Control how payment information appears to customers:

1. Amount Displays

  • Amount Text
    Label for base price (e.g., "Subscription Price" or "Recurring Amount")

  • Subtotal Label
    (e.g., "Subtotal" or "Order Summary")

  • Order Total Text
    Final amount label (e.g., "Next Charge" or "Upcoming Payment")

2. Payment Messaging

  • Update Payment Text
    CTA for payment method changes (e.g., "Update Card")

  • Billing Cycle Info
    (e.g., "Billed monthly" or "Renews every 30 days")

3. Error/Status Messages

  • Payment Failure Text
    (e.g., "Payment declined - please update details")

  • Success Confirmation
    (e.g., "Payment method updated successfully")

Customer Portal Configuration Section Overview

Core Functionality

The Configuration section provides centralized control over your customers' subscription management capabilities. This is where you define what actions subscribers can perform through their portal.

Key Configuration Options

1. Subscription Controls

  • Cancellation Permissions
    Enable/disable customer self-cancellation
    (Example: [ ] Allow customers to cancel subscriptions)

  • Pause/Resume Functionality
    Let customers temporarily pause subscriptions
    (Enabled by default: [x] Allow pausing)

  • Order Modifications

    • Immediate processing of next order

    • Upcoming order skipping
      (Both typically enabled by default)

2. Product Management

  • Subscription Edits

    • Product removal permissions

    • Order note capabilities
      (Essential for flexible subscriptions)

  • Fulfillment Controls
    Per-order skipping options
    (Useful for subscription boxes)

Technical Features

  • Real-Time Activation - Changes apply immediately

  • Granular Permissions - Enable features individually

  • CSV/JSON Support - For configuration backups

Best Practices

  1. Balance Control & Convenience
    Enable pausing/skipping but consider restricting cancellations

  2. Monitor Analytics
    Track how configuration changes affect retention

  3. Seasonal Adjustments
    Temporarily enable more controls during holidays

This section works in tandem with the Labels customization area to create a complete customer self-service experience.

Customer Portal Customization Section

Overview

The Customization section gives you granular control over the visual presentation and functional elements of your customer portal. This is where you tailor the interface to match your brand identity and optimize the user experience.

Key Customization Options

1. Visibility Controls

  • Element Hiding Options:

    • Order Now button (for prepaid contracts)

    • Resume Subscription button

    • Rescheduling interface

    • Time picker functionality

  • Navigation Customization:

    • Show/hide order notes

    • Toggle loyalty program displays

    • Product swapping controls

    • Past orders history tab

2. Visual Styling

  • Font Settings:

    • Use system default fonts

    • (Note: Additional font controls likely in Custom CSS section)

3. Layout Management

  • Section Organization:

    • Configure which portal sections appear

    • Reorder information hierarchy

Implementation Features

  • Toggle-Based Interface - Simple checkbox activation

  • Real-Time Previews - See changes before publishing

  • Mobile-Responsive - Changes apply across devices

Strategic Recommendations

  1. Brand Alignment:

    • Hide non-essential elements to reduce clutter

    • Maintain consistent UI with your main store

  2. Conversion Optimization:

    • Keep key actions (like resuming subscriptions) visible

    • Consider hiding complex options from new customers

  3. Seasonal Adjustments:

    • Temporarily highlight specific features during promotions

    • Modify visibility during high-volume periods

Manage Subscription Button Customization

Key Features & Implementation

The highlighted section provides three methods to integrate the Manage Subscription Button into your Shopify store:

1. Automatic Placement (Recommended)

  • The button automatically appears in supported themes

  • Requires no technical setup

  • Appstle handles optimal positioning

2. Manual HTML Placement

For unsupported themes:

html

<div id="appstle-subscription-manage-subscription-button-placeholder"></div>

  • Insert this snippet where you want the button to appear

  • Works in theme files like theme.liquid or customer-account.liquid

  • Gives precise placement control

3. Navigation Menu Integration

Alternative approach:

  • Add as a permanent menu item

  • Visible across all store pages

  • Configure via Shopify Navigation settings

Magic Link Customization Section

Key Features

The highlighted section enables password-free access to the customer portal through secure magic links. This streamlines the login process while maintaining security.

Customizable Elements

1. Magic Link Email Content

  • Retrieval Text
    "Access Your Account" (Default: "Retrieve Magic Link")
    The clickable text in the email

  • Email Address Field
    Label: "Your Email" (Default: "Email address")
    Placeholder: "your@email.com" (Default: "example@mail.com")

2. System Messages

  • Success Notification
    "Check your inbox!" (Default: "Email Triggered Successfully")
    Shown after requesting magic link

Implementation Benefits

  1. Frictionless Access - Customers bypass password entry

  2. Enhanced Security - Time-limited, single-use links

  3. Brand Alignment - Customize all customer-facing text

So that is all about the Customer Portal Settings. If you have any questions about this functionality or are looking for more features, you can reach out to us at subscription-support@appstle.com. Our 24x7x365 available experts will be happy to assist you further.

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