What is Checkout Liquid?

If you are using Shopify as your store, you must already know what we will talk about, checkout.liquid is a code-based checkout system that requires direct access to a theme file to make changes. It renders the checkout page; allowing for the customisation of the checkout experience. It's a layout file located in the theme's layout directory and is used to render the checkout pages.

What's Happening?

Shopify decided to deprecate the checkout.liquid completely by August 28, 2025. The Information, Shipping, and Payment checkout steps on August 13, 2024, and for the Thank you and Order status pages on August 28, 2025.

Impact of Deprecation

• Custom Checkout Pages: Custom branding, scripts, and additional fields will be lost.
• User Experience: Reverts to default checkout appearance, losing custom navigation.
• Functionality: Custom payment gateways and shipping options will no longer work.
• Analytics and Tracking: Custom tracking scripts and integrations will be impacted.
• Third-Party Apps: Apps relying on checkout.liquid customizations may require updates.
• Developer Work: Significant efforts needed for migration and re-implementation.
• Customer Data: Custom data collection methods need alternatives.

Reasons for Deprecation

• Security: Standardized checkout reduces vulnerabilities and data breaches.
• Compliance: Ensures consistent adherence to regulatory standards.
• Performance: Optimized performance for a smoother checkout experience.
• Scalability: Easier management and updates with a unified system.
• Consistency: Provides a consistent user experience, building trust.
• Integration: Supports new technologies and integrations more easily.
• Maintenance: Focus on improving a robust and secure checkout process.
• Innovation: Enables rapid rollout of new features and enhancements.

Next Steps

To adapt to this change, Shopify Plus users need to migrate to checkout extensibility, which allows app-based, code-free customizations. The migration includes four basic steps:

1. Review the existing Checkout.liquid code.
2. Create a Draft Checkout.
3. Set up the Checkout Editor.
4. Set up Shopify Pixels for Analytics.

This must clear up all your doubts and queries about checkout.liquid getting depreciated. Happy Selling!