Pausing your Shopify store deactivates checkout and stops all sales. However, all of your store data, products, and customer information will be saved for when you resume.
Can I pause a Shopify Plus store?
No, Shopify Plus stores cannot be paused. You would need to fully cancel the Shopify Plus plan if you want to temporarily close the store.
Will I still be billed while my Shopify store is paused?
No, you will not be billed for your Shopify subscription fees while the store is paused. However, any third-party apps or services would need to be canceled separately.
Is there a limit to how long I can pause my Shopify store?
No, there is no time limit for how long you can keep your Shopify store paused. It can remain inactive for as long as you need.
Can I still access my store's admin while it is paused?
Yes, you can still log into your store's admin panel and access all areas even while the store is paused. This allows you to work on backend details.
How do I resume my Shopify store after pausing?
When you're ready to resume operations, simply log back into your admin, go to account settings, and click "Resume store." Just reactivate payments and you'll be back up.
