How to Set Up Delivery Date Options in Shopify

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HOW TO SET UP DELIVERY DATE OPTIONS IN SHOPIFY
OPTIMISING CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE WITH ACCURATE
DELIVERY DATES
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Importance of Delivery Dates in Shopify

• Delivery date transparency improves customer
  satisfaction Accurate delivery dates reassure
  customers when they can expect their orders,
  leading to a more positive shopping experience.
• Helps manage customer expectations Setting clear
  delivery timelines prevents misunderstandings and
  frustration, ensuring customers are informed and
  satisfied with the process.
• Boosts conversions and reduces cart abandonment
  Shoppers are more likely to complete a purchase
  when they know the expected delivery date,
  reducing hesitation and minimising the chances of
  abandoned carts.

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Why Offer Delivery Date Options?
Improved Customer Trust
Competitive Advantage
Enhanced Shipping Management
Providing an exact delivery date builds
confidence, making customers more likely to
proceed with their purchase.
Offering reliable delivery dates distinguishes
your Shopify store from competitors, giving you
an edge in the marketplace.
Delivery date options help streamline order
fulfilment, allowing you to better manage
shipping schedules and inventory.
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How to Offer Delivery Dates in Shopify
Use Shopify App Flare Delivery Date Picker
Schedule Delivery Option

• Flare enables customers to schedule specific
  delivery dates that work best for them, improving
  convenience and flexibility.
• Ideal for businesses offering time-sensitive or
  personalised delivery services.
• Add custom code for advanced control (for
  developers) Developers can further enhance the
  delivery date functionality by adding custom
  features specific to your stores needs.

• Flare allows customers to select their preferred
  delivery date during checkout.
• Easily customizable to fit your store's design
  and shipping policies.
• Offers features like setting delivery lead times,
  blackout dates, and limiting delivery
  availability based on order volumes.

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Steps to Set up Delivery Dates
Choose a Delivery Date App from the Shopify App
Store
Customise the Appearance and Functionality
Select Flare Delivery Date Picker from the
available apps.
Adjust how the delivery date picker looks and
operates on your cart page to match your stores
design.
Install the App and Configure Settings
Test the Delivery Date Picker
Set up all the functions which they ask such as
delivery days, lead times, blackout dates, and
many more based on your shipping policies.
Ensure the picker works smoothly and integrates
with your order fulfilment process for accurate
and timely deliveries.
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Optimising Delivery Date Features
Set realistic delivery timelines Base your
delivery dates on the capabilities of your
shipping carriers to avoid disappointments.
Allow customers to select preferred delivery
days Providing options for customers to choose
their desired delivery dates enhances their
shopping experience.
Incorporate same-day or next-day delivery options
when possible Offering expedited shipping can
attract more customers and boost sales,
especially for last-minute purchases.
Offer tracking updates Keeping customers
informed about their order status through
tracking updates provides peace of mind and
builds trust in your service.
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Benefits for Your Shopify Store
Increased Conversion Rates Delivery date options
significantly reduce hesitation to purchase, as
customers feel more confident about when they
will receive their orders. Fewer Customer
Inquiries Providing transparency around delivery
dates eliminates the frequent Where is my order
questions, allowing your support team to focus on
other customer needs. Enhanced Brand
Loyalty Consistently delivering on your promised
timelines builds trust with your customers,
encouraging them to return for future purchases
and fostering long-term loyalty.
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Case Studies

• Success Story Using Delivery Dates to Boost
  Sales
• Example A Shopify store implementing Flare's
  delivery date features reported a 15 increase in
  conversions and a 20 decrease in cart
  abandonment.
• Key Takeaway Clear delivery timelines
  significantly impact sales, enhancing customer
  experience and encouraging purchases.
• Source Flare Case Studies

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