Shopify Payments
Shopify Payments is Shopify's built-in payment processor that eliminates third-party transaction fees and enables accelerated checkout options (Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay). Available in most major countries, it provides the fastest checkout experience for Shopify stores.
Why It Matters for Shopify Stores
Shopify Payments enables Shop Pay, which converts at 50% better than standard checkout according to Shopify's data. It also enables express checkout buttons (Apple Pay, Google Pay) that let mobile users complete a purchase in one tap. For trust signals, having recognizable payment method icons (Visa, MC, PayPal, Apple Pay) visible on product pages before checkout reduces payment uncertainty — a common cause of cart abandonment.
How to Check Your Store
In Shopify admin > Settings > Payments, verify Shopify Payments is enabled (if available in your country). Check that payment icons display correctly on your product pages and checkout.
Use the free shopify checkout trust audit toolHow to Fix It
Enable Shopify Payments if not already active. Enable accelerated payment options (Shop Pay, Apple Pay, Google Pay). Add payment method icons to your product pages using a theme section or app.
Related Terms
Shopify Checkout
ShopifyShopify Checkout is the built-in, hosted checkout process that handles payment processing, address entry, shipping selection, and order confirmation.
Trust Badges
Trust & CROTrust badges are visual elements displayed on product and checkout pages that reassure buyers about the safety and reliability of their purchase.
Cart Abandonment
Trust & CROCart abandonment is when a shopper adds items to their cart but leaves the site without completing the purchase.
Conversion Rate
Trust & CROConversion rate is the percentage of store visitors who complete a purchase.
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