Quick Answer: Shopify’s $1/month for 3 months trial gives you full access to any plan — Basic, Grow, or Advanced — for just $1 per month.
That means you get 90 days to build, test, and launch a real store with zero limitations, before paying the regular monthly price ($39, $105, or $399). It’s not a free trial, but it’s the lowest-cost way to get started with a live, sellable store.
When I first saw Shopify’s “$1 for 3 months” offer, I thought it was too good to be true.
Was this a real deal or just another gimmick to get you locked into something expensive?
After testing it myself, digging through Shopify’s policies, and comparing it to other platforms, I can tell you exactly what you’re getting — and what to avoid.
This guide breaks it down clearly: what the offer includes, how it compares to the old free trial, how it stacks up against other platforms, and who it’s actually best for.