Shopify Pricing & Transaction Fees (2026): Plans, Payments, Profit
Published on January 8, 2026
Source: Shopify pricing · Shopify Payments rates · Updated Jan 16, 2026
Shopify selling fees come from your monthly plan, payment processing, and (if you don’t use Shopify Payments) an extra transaction fee. This update summarizes official rates and how to model profit per order.
Quick update snapshot (2026)
Fee base = order total| Fee | Rate | Formula / note |
|---|---|---|
| Shopify Payments (Basic US) | 2.9% + $0.30 | order total x 0.029 + 0.30 |
| Third-party txn (Basic) | 2% | Applies if you do not use Shopify Payments. |
| Plan pricing | Varies | Check official pricing for your region. |
Accuracy note: Shopify rates vary by country and can change. Use the official sources below to confirm current numbers for your region and plan.
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Table of contents
1) Plan fees still matter for profit
Shopify plan pricing changes by region and billing cycle, so always confirm your exact plan cost on Shopify’s official pricing page. For profit modeling, allocate your monthly plan cost across expected orders to avoid overestimating margins.
2) Third-party transaction fees
Shopify’s pricing page notes that third-party transaction fees apply if you use a third-party payment provider. The current rates listed are 2% for the Basic plan,1% for the Grow plan, and 0.6% for the Advanced plan. If you use Shopify Payments, this additional transaction fee is typically 0%.
3) Shopify Payments processing rates
Shopify Payments processing rates vary by country, card type, and plan. Use the official Shopify Payments rates page to confirm the exact percentage and fixed fee for your region before finalizing pricing decisions.
US card rates (online, starting at): 2.9% + $0.30 (Basic),2.7% + $0.30 (Grow), and 2.5% + $0.30(Advanced).
4) A simple profit model
A clean way to estimate Shopify profit per order is:
Profit = Revenue - (processing fees + Shopify transaction fee) - (COGS + shipping + allocated plan cost)
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Use our calculator to estimate processing fees, optional transaction fees, and net profit per order.
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FAQ
When do Shopify third-party transaction fees apply?
They apply when you use a third-party payment provider instead of Shopify Payments. Shopify’s pricing page lists 2% (Basic), 1% (Grow), and 0.6% (Advanced).
Do Shopify Payments processing rates vary by country?
Yes. Shopify Payments rates depend on your country, plan, and card type. Always verify rates on Shopify’s official payments page.
Should I include my plan fee in per-order profit?
If you’re pricing for profitability, allocate your monthly plan cost across expected orders to avoid overestimating margin.
Is the extra Shopify transaction fee 0% with Shopify Payments?
Typically yes. If you use Shopify Payments, the additional transaction fee is generally 0%, but confirm for your plan and region.
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