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Sign in / guest checkout

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Note that these examples refer to non-Shopify sites that have a dedicated Sign in / Guest checkout step. A Shopify-specific checkout section is coming soon!

💡 Ideas and tips

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Simply capture email first (no Guest or Sign In options)

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Skip the sign in step completely

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Show your Guest Checkout option first

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Style Guest Checkout as the primary button

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Show Sign In fields only on user action

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Assure Guests they can save their info to an account

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Show both options above the 📲 mobile fold

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Try a checkout button drawer 📲 on mobile

🫣 Cautions

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Be careful prioritizing Sign In over Guest Checkout

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Be careful showing the Order Summary expanded above the Shipping form

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Be careful placing both buttons side by side, below open fields

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Don’t use a “ghost Guest” button 👻

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Hide Guest Checkout below the mobile fold

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Don’t style your buttons exactly like form fields

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Don’t place Sign In button/link out of context

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Be careful offering free shipping only for registered accounts

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