New Processing Time Options in Shipping and Delivery
Shopify has introduced longer processing time options in the Shipping and Delivery settings, empowering merchants to manage customer expectations better. You can now set self-identified processing times of up to 40 business days or 8 weeks.
Why This Update Matters
- Improved transparency: Inform your customers of precise delivery timelines during checkout.
- Flexibility for sellers: Cater to operational needs with extended processing time settings.
- Enhanced customer experience: Build trust by providing accurate delivery expectations.
How to Update Your Processing Time
To customize your processing time settings, follow these simple steps:
- Go to your Shopify admin panel and navigate to Shipping and Delivery.
- Select the shipping profile you want to adjust.
- Set your processing time to a maximum of 40 business days or 8 weeks.
- Save your changes to ensure they reflect at checkout.
This feature also calculates expected delivery dates based on your defined processing time, allowing your customers to see clear delivery estimates.
Learn More
For detailed instructions on customizing processing times, visit the Shopify Help Center.