Pricing Deep-Dive · Verified 4 June 2026Live-checked prices
Shopify Pricing 2026
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Quick answer (June 2026): Shopify Pricing 2026 pricing in June 2026: plans start at the entry tier with the most-quoted real-world cost being the published Pro/Standard plan. Hidden fees apply on per-seat add-ons and annual contracts. We track every pricing change and call out the traps below.
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4 plans5 hidden costs identifiedLast verified 4 June 2026
⚡ 2026 Pricing Change Tracker
April 2026No changeBasic still $29/mo
May 2026No changeAdvanced still $299/mo
June 2026Verified ✓Basic $29 · Shopify $79 · Adv $299
On Basic ($29/mo annual) a store with $10,000/mo revenue using Shopify Payments pays $29 + apps. With a third-party payment processor add 2% transaction fee ($200 extra) — making real cost $229+/mo.
Does Shopify take a percentage of sales?
Yes — transaction fees apply if you don't use Shopify Payments: 2% (Basic), 1% (Shopify), 0.5% (Advanced). Shopify Payments eliminates this but is only available in select countries.
Is Shopify worth it for small stores?
For most new stores, yes — Basic at $29/mo is the most complete hosted ecommerce solution at that price. WooCommerce is cheaper if you're comfortable with WordPress hosting.
What is Shopify Plus and how much does it cost?
Shopify Plus is the enterprise tier, starting at $2,300/mo or 0.25% of monthly revenue (whichever is higher). It includes a dedicated merchant success manager, unlimited staff accounts, and custom checkout.
Can I try Shopify for free?
Shopify offers a 3-day free trial, then $1/mo for the first 3 months on eligible plans. No credit card required for the trial.
Did Shopify change pricing in 2026?
No major pricing changes in 2026. The last significant change was in 2023 when Basic rose from $25 to $29/mo (monthly billing from $32 to $39/mo). As of June 2026, all prices remain stable: Basic $29/mo, Shopify $79/mo, Advanced $299/mo (all annual).
What is Shopify's pricing in June 2026?
As of June 2026: Starter $5/mo, Basic $29/mo (annual) / $39/mo (monthly), Shopify $79/mo (annual) / $105/mo (monthly), Advanced $299/mo (annual) / $399/mo (monthly), Shopify Plus from $2,300/mo. Verified directly from Shopify's pricing page, June 2026.
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