Address iOS 26 Checkout Kit Compatibility Quickly

Executive summary:

• What: Update Checkout Kit for iOS 26 compatibility.
• Why: Prevent disrupted checkouts and lost sales.
• Who: Shopify Plus merchants using mobile apps.

What changed

Checkout Kit's current preloading feature will not work with iOS 26. This means customers on iOS 26 devices attempting to checkout through mobile apps will encounter blank pages and won't be able to complete transactions.

Why it matters

If unresolved, this could lead to lost sales as users abandon purchase processes due to technical issues. Updating ensures continuity in sales and customer satisfaction for merchants using Shopify Plus.

Role-specific impact

• Marketers: Maintain a seamless user journey to preserve conversion rates.
• Developers: Update the app to the specified Checkout Kit versions.
• Store admins: Collaborate with developers to ensure timely updates.

Use-case example

Real-world scenario & metric

Stikky, a Shopify partner, saw a 15% conversion increase after leveraging Checkout Kit. Maintaining an updated Checkout Kit version prevents downtime and supports metrics like these.

Implementation checklist

1. Identify current Checkout Kit version in use.
2. Download and implement Swift 3.3.1, Kotlin 3.5.1, or React Native 3.3.1.
3. Test the updated app on iOS 26 to ensure compatibility.
4. Confirm seamless transaction experience for users.

FAQ

Q: What if I don't update?
A: Customers on iOS 26 will face checkout failures, leading to sales loss.

Q: How urgent is this update?
A: Extremely urgent. Any delay can lead to significant cart abandonment.

Resources

For more details on using Checkout Kit, refer to Shopify's Checkout Kit documentation.

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