
Customize Your Store's Checkout Experience: A Complete Guide
Cart and checkout settings allow you to create a streamlined purchasing experience for your customers. Here's how to customize your store's checkout process:
Basic Cart Settings
- Choose the 'Continue Shopping' destination page
- Enable 'Buy Now' option to skip cart and go directly to checkout
- Customize cart abandonment recovery emails
Checkout Configuration
- Set up checkout on your custom domain
- Configure minimum order amounts
- Customize order number sequences
- Add newsletter subscription options
- Set default shipping/billing countries
- Enable automatic address matching

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Additional Checkout Features
- Collect phone numbers
- Create custom checkout forms
- Add Return Policy
- Include Terms of Service
- Display Privacy Policy
- Set up gift card and promotion code fields
Styling Options
Cart Page Customization:
- Edit fonts through Site Style
- Modify background colors
- Customize button appearances
- Adjust text styles and headings
Checkout Page Styling:
- Match branding with your site
- Customize colors and typography
- Maintain consistent visual elements
Post-Purchase Communication
- Customize order confirmation emails
- Set up automated marketing campaigns
- Configure customer feedback surveys through Delighted integration
Important Limitations
You cannot modify:
- Direct collection item links
- Default checkout field text
- 'Continue Shopping' button text
- 'Checkout' button text
- Index page direct links
Additional Features
- Enable customer accounts
- Set up Link by Stripe for saved payment details
- Configure tax and shipping settings
- Add custom checkout form templates
- Create accessible commerce features
Best Practices
- Run test orders before launching
- Review all automated emails
- Ensure policies are clearly visible
- Keep the checkout process simple
- Maintain consistent branding throughout
For advanced customization needs, consider working with a certified Squarespace Expert.