Adding and Managing Subscription Options on an Atlas-Powered Shopify Site

Atlas provides flexibility in enabling subscriptions on your Shopify-powered website, though it does not have built-in subscription features. To add and manage subscription options, you will need to integrate a third-party Shopify app with Atlas. Below is a comprehensive guide on how to set this up.

Introduction to Subscription Options on Atlas

If you wish to offer customers subscriptions on your site, this can be achieved through third-party Shopify apps. Once integrated, Atlas ensures seamless compatibility by offering specific tools to manage and display subscription options.

Benefits of Adding Subscription Options:

Enable recurring purchase options, increasing customer retention.
Allow customers to choose between one-time purchases and subscriptions within the same interface.

Setting Up Subscription Options

You will need a third-party Shopify app to enable subscription functionality. These apps help you create and manage subscription selling plans. Follow these steps:

Install a Third-Party Subscription App: - Search the Shopify App Store for subscription apps such as "Seal Subscriptions" or similar. - Install the app and configure subscription plans for your products through the app.
Enable Compatibility in Atlas Bundler Settings: - Atlas includes a subscription compatibility toggle in its bundler settings. Ensure this toggle is enabled to avoid conflicts between the bundler and the subscription app.

Offering Both One-Time and Subscription Purchases

To provide both one-time and subscription options for a product:

Create Selling Plans: Configure your selling plans for subscriptions in the third-party app. These plans define the subscription options customers will see.
Automatic Display: Eligible items in the cart will automatically display a subscription upgrade selector, allowing customers to choose between a one-time purchase or a subscription.
Customizing Customer Interface: Use Atlas's text override settings to modify the customer-facing text for subscription options, ensuring a user-friendly experience.

Note: Without a third-party subscription app, subscription options cannot be created or managed in Atlas.

Tips for a Seamless Subscription Experience

Regularly update your third-party app to ensure compatibility with Shopify and Atlas.
Test the subscription upgrade selector to confirm it functions as intended.
Customize text and visual settings for clear communication with customers.

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