Shopify is rolling out some major updates in 2025 that will impact your store operations, sales channels, and overall efficiency. Whether you run an online store, a brick-and-mortar business using Shopify POS, or a headless storefront, these updates will require action on your part to ensure smooth operations and continued growth.
In this blog, we’ll break down the most critical changes in Shopify’s February 2025 update and how you, as a Shopify merchant, can stay ahead of the curve.
🚨 Shopify POS Extensions Are Changing – Act Before February 28, 2025
If you use Shopify POS to sell in-store, this change directly affects you! Shopify is retiring its legacy POS extensions on February 28, 2025. This means that if your POS system relies on any third-party apps for:
✔️ Custom checkout buttons
✔️ Additional cart features
✔️ Product recommendations
✔️ Any extra functionality within Shopify POS
Then those features may stop working unless the apps are updated to Shopify’s new POS UI Extensions.
What Should Merchants Do?
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Check if your POS apps are affected – Contact app providers to ensure they are migrating to the new system.
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Update your POS system – Make sure you're using the latest version of Shopify POS.
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Test your checkout process – Run a test transaction to confirm that everything still works as expected.
🛠 Bottom Line: If you run a physical store and use Shopify POS, talk to your app developers NOW to ensure uninterrupted service before the deadline!
⚡ Shopify is Making Online Stores Faster & More Powerful
If your Shopify store is headless (meaning it uses a custom storefront), good news! Shopify’s latest Hydrogen update makes headless stores faster, more stable, and easier to manage.
What’s New?
✅ Better performance – Faster page loads mean improved customer experience and higher conversions.
✅ Smoother checkout process – More stable B2B features for wholesale stores.
✅ Improved international shopping – Language and currency updates make it easier for global customers to shop.
What Should Merchants Do?
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Check if your store runs on Hydrogen. If you’re unsure, ask your developer or agency.
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Ensure your store is updated to the latest Hydrogen version to benefit from speed and stability improvements.
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Test your checkout process to ensure no issues arise from the updates.
💡 Pro Tip: A faster store = more sales! Shopify’s speed updates can help lower bounce rates and improve your SEO ranking.
🔐 Shopify is Tightening App Security – What Merchants Need to Know
Starting February 2025, Shopify is cracking down on apps that request excessive permissions. This means:
✔️ Apps can no longer request unnecessary access to your store data
✔️ Shopify will remove excessive permissions from apps that don’t comply
✔️ Your store’s security and privacy will be stronger 💪
What Should Merchants Do?
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Review the apps you use – Remove any apps you don’t need.
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Check permissions – If an app asks for too much access, reach out to the provider or consider alternatives.
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Stay updated – Make sure you’re using the latest, secure versions of all apps.
🛡️ Bottom Line: These changes protect your store from data breaches and ensure apps follow strict security policies.
🏆 Why These Changes Are Good for Shopify Merchants
While change can feel overwhelming, these updates are actually great for your business!
🔹 Faster stores = higher conversions & SEO rankings
🔹 More secure apps = better data protection
🔹 Improved POS experience = smoother in-store sales
To make sure your store runs smoothly, talk to your developers or Shopify experts today!
Conclusion
Keeping up with Shopify’s constant updates can be overwhelming, but that’s where Xovak Studio comes in. We don’t just adapt to changes – we future-proof your Shopify store, ensuring it stays optimized, secure, and ahead of the competition.
✔ Seamless Shopify Updates – Stay ahead without worrying about downtime.
✔ Blazing-Fast Stores – Speed equals sales, and we make sure your store is lightning-fast.
✔ Shopify Plus & Headless Experts – Whether it’s a high-end Shopify Plus store or a custom Hydrogen build, we’ve got you covered.
✔ Flawless POS & App Management – No glitches, no surprises – just smooth operations.
✔ Top-Tier Security & Compliance – Your store stays safe and fully compliant with Shopify’s latest rules.
✔ 24/7 Shopify Support – Because your business doesn’t sleep, and neither do we.
✔ Custom Features & Revenue Growth – We don’t just build stores, we help them scale to 7-figure+ success.
If you want a Shopify store that’s highly optimized, high-performing, and always ahead of the game, Xovak Studio is the #1 choice for Shopify merchants.
