Enhance Your Shopify Store with Remote Products
Discover the Update: Real-World Impact in Plain English
Starting October 9, 2025, Shopify introduces a groundbreaking option for selected merchants: remote products. Imagine running a storefront where you can seamlessly sell products originating from other stores. This innovative feature allows more varied product offerings without requiring inventory updates, making it easier to showcase diverse items.
For customers, this means access to a wider array of choices in one click. Consider a boutique clothing site that can now offer accessories fulfilled by partner shops directly on its sales page.
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Technically, integrating remote products requires no immediate theme updates, but app developers should be aware of how app integrations might react, especially those using Shopify Functions for cart operations. Remote product images in collections and search will feature small badges denoting their origin.
To visually differentiate remote products in your cart, use this example Liquid code, which sorts remote from local products:
{% assign items_with_remote_details = cart.items | where: 'product.remote_details' %}
{% assign items_without_remote_details = '' | split: '' %}
{% for item in cart.items %}
{% unless item.product.remote_details %}
{% assign items_without_remote_details = items_without_remote_details | concat: item %}
{% endunless %}
{% endfor %}
Sold by {{ shop.name }}
{% for item in items_without_remote_details %}
{% endfor %}
Sold by other stores
{% for item in items_with_remote_details %}
{% endfor %}Business Growth Unleashed: What This Means for Merchants
Remote products unlock potential for businesses to expand their market presence without traditional inventory constraints. Merchants can diversify product listings by including popular items from other sellers. This strategy doesn’t just attract more traffic; it optimizes sales by providing more comprehensive shopping experiences.
Additionally, strategic partnerships can flourish, enabling mutual growth. For instance, a local artisan might partner with a larger retailer to gain visibility, while the retailer benefits from exclusive, curated products that enhance brand appeal.
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